Grief: deep sorrow, especially caused by loss. As an anti-Trump supporter, November 8, 2016 was a day full of grief for me and many others. It was a very interesting experience to go vote for the very first time and watch the election results unfold, but all of this emotion was not expected. Excitement and nervousness filled the air until it was determined that Donald Trump would be the next President of the United States. Then came grief, and the unexpected tears along with it.

Here are the 5 stages of grief I went through as an anti-Trump supporter after the 2016 presidential election results:

1. Denial

This is DEFINITELY not happening, It's just a joke, right?

When the election results came in, it felt like being in a different world. It did not feel like a reality.

2. Anger

Why would anyone vote for this man?!

When anger set in, there was a realization that it wasn't directed specifically at Trump, but at the people who voted for him and those who did not vote at all. Maybe it was more of the frustration due to lack of understanding and being fearful for those who may be very affected by Trump's presidency that truly made me angry.

3. Bargaining

Maybe if we... No, that wouldn't work.

With the feeling of helplessness after anger, there was the urge to do something about this. But, what can be done?

4. Depression

Again I ask, why would anyone vote for him?!

Many people were literally brought to tears once Trump was announced the winner. People are terrified of what a Trump presidency can bring. I personally am not scared for myself, but for the different communities that may be heavily affected by this.

5. Acceptance

Ok, maybe he won't be terrible. Maybe he will focus on the social issues.

Acceptance is a tricky concept for this situation. It is hard to fully accept Trump as president for many, many reasons. However, hope needs to be applied. I hope that the prejudice and discrimination will be able to stop under his presidency. I hope that Trump does well.