Whenever we have a loss, we experience grief. Because grief can be such a strong emotion, it can leave us feeling overwhelmed and confused. The Hospice Foundation of America offers this list of myths and realities about living with grief.

Myth 1:	We only grieve deaths.
Reality:	We grieve all losses.
Myth 2:	Only family members grieve.
Reality:	All who are attached grieve.
Myth 3:	Grief is an emotional reaction.
Reality:	Grief is manifested in many ways.
Myth 4:	Individuals should leave their grieving at home.
Reality:	We cannot control where we grieve.
Myth 5:	We slowly and predictable recover from grief.
Reality:	Grief is an uneven process, a roller coaster with no timeline.
Myth 6:	Grieving necessitates detachment.
Reality:	We never fully detach.
Myth 7:	Grief finally ends.
Reality:	Over time most people learn to live with their loss.
Myth 8:	Grievers are best left alone.
Reality:	Grievers need opportunities to share their memories and grief and to receive support.

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