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Why is grief so unique?

I’ve often wondered why grief affects us so differently. Why is it that some people seem to quickly process a death and move along without a hiccup? Personally, I doubt it’s as easy as that for them, but I’ve definitely seen the full spectrum of responses. Why do some grievers get stuck? Why do others subvert or ignore their feelings? Is it personality type? The nature of the relationship to the deceased? Life history or past experiences?