Tag: grief
How Philosophy Can Help Us Grieve
Navigating the Wake(s) of Loss: How Philosophy Can Help Us Grieve Marisa Diaz-Waian, International Journal of Applied Philosophy 28:1 (2014): 19-48. ABSTRACT: How might approaching loss philosophically help us grieve? What does it mean to approach something philosophically? Why might such an approach be advantageous to studies of grief? In…
My Mom the Magician Superhero: Showing Up & Being There
Growing up without a father can be difficult & painful. Comedian, storyteller, actor, and philanthropist, Anthony Griffith, shares his story about life without a dad, the superpowers of his mom (his magician superhero), and the kinds of thinking you have to “put away” when growing up. Listen to his moving…
Grief vs Depression
Grief & depression are not the same thing. You can grieve without being depressed and without your grief leading to depression. However, the distinction is a sticky one and can walk a fine line. For these reasons and more…therapists and medical professionals have avoided categorizing those who have just lost…
Can Yoga Help With Grief?
Dealing with loss can be challenging. It can drain you physically and mentally. While regular exercise might seem like the last place to turn (especially when you’re already zapped of energy)…this article in the U.S. News & World Report suggests that nothing could be further from the truth. Why? Exercise…
Can Philosophy Help Us Deal With Death?
When it comes to death, philosophers’ have often focused their attention on what death means for the person who has died. But what about those who are “left behind”? Julian Baggini – philosopher, author & founding editor of The Philosopher’s Magazine — discusses three dimensions of death: what death means…