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Grieving the Loss of Derrick Rose

By Megann Horstead

Mar 26, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose (1) passes around Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) during the first quarter of a basketball game at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose (1) passes around Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) during the first quarter of a basketball game at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 31, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul Pierce (C) battles for the loose ball with Chicago Bulls forward E Twaun Moore (R) and guard Derrick Rose (L) during the third quarter at Staples Center. The Clippers won 120-93. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports /

Step 4 – “Depression”, reflection, loneliness

Just when you may think you should be getting on with your life, a phase of sadness and reflection will likely overtake you.

This is a normal stage of grief, so do not be “talked out of it” by other well-meaning fans. Encouragement from others is not helpful to you during this stage of grieving.

During this time, you finally realize the true magnitude of your loss and it depresses you.

You may isolate yourself on purpose, reflect on things Rose did and focus on memories of the past. You may sense feelings of emptiness or despair.

Next: Step 5

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