Hello Esther, your reflection on the evolution of grief through different stages of life resonates deeply, reminding me of the psychological insights shared by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, who outlined the five stages of grief in her groundbreaking 1969 work "On Death and Dying." The idea that our understanding and experience of grief transforms as we encounter loss is profound, yet I find it particularly intriguing how societal expectations often shape the way we express that grief. In certain cultures, including many across Africa, outward expressions of grief can be heavily influenced by communal rituals, which dictate the ways in which we are allowed to mourn. It's fascinating to consider how such practices can either provide solace or create additional pressure during an already tumultuous period. Grief, after all, is as much a communal experience as it is a personal one, weaving together the fabric of our shared human experience.