The suffering and trauma experienced by the human race may have left a deep sense of grief in many individuals. Despite its pain, allowing oneself to feel and process this grief can lead to significant personal growth and healing.
The speaker shares how facing their own mortality at a young age led to hidden gifts and a positive outlook on life.
The speaker shares the story of someone who passed away due to the effects of stress and how it acted as a reminder to manage stress levels and take control of our lives.
Author Pauline Boss offers six non-linear guidelines to cope with grief, drawing inspiration from the writings of Viktor Frankl and psychologist Dennis Klass, who introduced the theory of continuing bonds for mourners to maintain a relationship with the deceased. Two of the guidelines, Meaning and New Hope, encourage individuals to find purpose in their loss and imagine a future that includes it.
The speaker highlights the importance of grieving, feeling, and healing when coping with trauma. They emphasize the need for individuals to feel their emotions rather than suppressing or medicating them, and to allow themselves to grieve in a healthy way.