FamilyLife Blended® con Ron L. Deal
Hidden Loss
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Sometimes, loss is hidden just below the surface.
Some unwanted transition resulted in a blended family. Sometimes that loss is hidden, especially to the adults. Emily has been in her stepson’s life since he was two so she assumes he won’t be affected by loss. But in time he may grieve all the complications of his parent’s divorce. Loss is revealed over time and developmental stages bring new losses to the surface for children. Don’t let your feelings define a child’s. Empathize and when hidden losses are uncovered, help them grieve.