Send us a text Summary In this conversation, Susan Andersen explores the intricate relationship between gratitude and pain, emphasizing that while gratitude can serve as a bridge to hope, it is often misinterpreted in our culture as a remedy for grief. She highlights the importance of acknowledging pain and sorrow without the pressure to feel grateful, as this can invalidate genuine emotions. Takeaways It's hard to be grateful when you're in so much pain.Tiny, small pieces of gratitude can be...
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Send us a text Summary In this conversation, Susan Andersen explores the intricate relationship between gratitude and pain, emphasizing that while gratitude can serve as a bridge to hope, it is often misinterpreted in our culture as a remedy for grief. She highlights the importance of acknowledging pain and sorrow without the pressure to feel grateful, as this can invalidate genuine emotions. Takeaways It's hard to be grateful when you're in so much pain.Tiny, small pieces of gratitude can be...
Finding Life After Loss: Conversations on Growing through Grief
Growth from Grief
51 minutes
4 weeks ago
Finding Life After Loss: Conversations on Growing through Grief
Send us a text Summary In this episode of Growth from Grief, Susan Andersen speaks with Reverend Krysia Burnham, a hospice chaplain, about her journey from journalism to chaplaincy, the importance of grief support, and the role of hospice care. They discuss personal experiences of loss, the significance of community in grief, and innovative approaches to healing, including expressive writing workshops. The conversation emphasizes the need for open discussions about grief and the potential for...
Growth from Grief
Send us a text Summary In this conversation, Susan Andersen explores the intricate relationship between gratitude and pain, emphasizing that while gratitude can serve as a bridge to hope, it is often misinterpreted in our culture as a remedy for grief. She highlights the importance of acknowledging pain and sorrow without the pressure to feel grateful, as this can invalidate genuine emotions. Takeaways It's hard to be grateful when you're in so much pain.Tiny, small pieces of gratitude can be...
