In this deep dive, Dani and Erin discuss grief. This episode is very special for many reasons, throughout the season Erin has talked about how grief is one of their favorite feelings, so they had been looking forward to recording this episode with Dani. During the recording, Erin’s grandfather died; he was hit while walking by a drunk driver. Erin found this out right after we got done with recording, their brother had called them during. Erin also edited this episode. 

It was special to discuss grief while this all occurred. Dani and Erin remind listeners that grief is a universal human experience, but it’s depths and nuances often go unexamined. We get into the intricate facets of grief, shedding light on how we process, cope with and understand this misunderstood emotion/experience. 

Key Highlights:

• The Nature of Grief; We begin by contemplating the very essence of grief. What does it mean to grieve, and how do we navigate this emotional terrain, especially in a society that frequently undervalues the expression of emotion

• Unacknowledged Grief; One of the challenges we face is the tendency to overlook or suppress our grief. There are numerous aspects of life that call for mourning, but we often struggle to give ourselves permission to do so.

• Diverse Sources of Grief; Grief is not confined to the loss of loved ones; it extends to various life transitions, such as divorce, job loss, or even positive changes like marriage, graduation, and moving. We explore how even joyful events can evoke feelings of grief.

• The Non-Linear Path of Grief; Grief doesn't follow a linear trajectory. It is characterized by fluctuating intensities, with moments of profound emotion followed by periods of relative calm. We discuss the significance of creating spaces to process our feelings of grief.

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