#51 The Grief Cycle - Introduction

Today, we’re exploring separation through a couple of metaphors. If you’re in the thick of it, think about your separation as a game. And the question is: what kind of game are you playing? Because some games leave you drained, and others… well, they might actually give you a chance to rebuild. Download the BERKMAN Blueprint.

The grief cycle is a series of stages we move through as we process loss. Separation and divorce trigger the same stages because we’re grieving the end of a partnership, a future we envisioned, or even a lifestyle we thought would last. Want to move forward ? Download the BERKMAN Blueprint for FREE.

Acceptance, in a way, is about finding peace with the reality you’re in, even if it’s not the reality you originally wanted. So, let’s break down what reaching acceptance looks like, why it’s important, and how you can begin to get there. Download the BERKMAN Blueprint for healthier, more hopeful separation for FREE.

In this episode, we’ll cover what depression looks like during separation, why it’s a normal part of the grief process, and, most importantly, how to handle it when it shows up. For a healthier separation download the BERKMAN Blueprint: https://www.divorcecowboy.com.au/copy-of-the-workbook

In this stage, many men find themselves trapped in the “what ifs” and “if onlys.” You might be thinking, “If only I had done this differently,” or even saying, “Please come back!” It’s a difficult stage to be in because bargaining often feels like grasping at straws, trying to reverse a decision that’s already been made. Going through separation? Download the BERKMAN Blueprint: https://www.divorcecowboy.com.au/copy-of-the-workbook

In today’s episode, we’re diving into a powerful and often misunderstood emotion—anger. Specifically, we’re talking about the anger men feel during separation. For more visit: https://www.divorcecowboy.com.au/

Denial is a natural and common part of the grief cycle, especially when dealing with separation or divorce. It’s something we all go through, but recognizing and managing it is crucial if you want to move forward and thrive. For more info visit: DivorceCowboy.com.au

If you're in the early stages of separation this episode is a must listen. What if you and your ex could agree on a way to make separation a little smoother, and less painful? It’s all about taking a pause, and setting some ground rules with a little help from the Healthy Separation Agreement. For your own free copy of the Healthy Separation Agreement email: [email protected]

Disagreement can turn into conflict. In this episode I'll share a way to minimise the conflict, by using "Tactical Empathy" (From Chris Voss). For more visit: https://www.divorcecowboy.com.au/

In this episode I'm talking with Billy, my co-parent about what has worked for us and how we do life. Hi, I'm Tamir Berkman, a relationship and separation coach. 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a FREE chat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠