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The wild edge of sorrow

Book • 2015
Francis Weller's "The Wild Edge of Sorrow" offers a profound and compassionate exploration of grief and its transformative potential.

Weller moves beyond conventional understandings of grief, delving into its multifaceted nature and its capacity to lead to personal growth and deeper self-understanding.

He emphasizes the importance of embracing and honoring our sorrows, rather than suppressing or avoiding them.

The book explores various forms of grief, including the loss of loved ones, relationships, and dreams, and provides guidance for navigating these challenging experiences.

Weller's work encourages readers to view grief not as an obstacle but as an opportunity for profound transformation and connection to the human experience.

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Mentioned in 13 episodes

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Nate Hagens
as the author of multiple bestselling books on grief, ritual, and community.
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The Lost Art of Grieving: Grief as Ritual, Resistance, and Resilience with Francis Weller
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Tami Simon
as an underground classic, inviting readers into an apprenticeship with sorrow.
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Francis Weller: Our Apprenticeship with Sorrow
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Connor Beaton
as the author of several books on grief and ritual.
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Francis Weller - Initiation (And Society Without It)
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Francis Weller
as one of his books.
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#113 Ancient Rhythms: Pat McCabe & Francis Weller
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Beatrice Adler-Bolton
, discussing the cultural taboo of grief and amnesia.
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Collapse w/ Dean Spade (02/22/24)
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Connor Beaton
to provide insight into grief.
31 snips
Men's Work Sessions - Four Stories, Four Strengths, Four Struggles
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Agnes Kowalski
when discussing the spiritual side of grief.
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55 - The Alchemy of Grief: Agnes Kowalski on Transforming Loss Through Journaling
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John Onwuchekwa
as a highly respected figure in the grief world.
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Learning Grief with Hope- John Onwuchekwa | 449
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Barrett Brooks
as a book that explores the multifaceted nature of grief and its impact on personal growth.
14 snips
Andy Crissinger: The Art of Asking Better Questions
Recommended by a girl in Texas Hill Country and resonated with Kate immediately.
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Embracing the Darkness as Fertile Ground: An Exploration of Grief and Community with Francis Weller
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Joli Hamilton
when discussing the stages of grief in relation to relationship changes.
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194 Reimagining Relationships
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Kate Kavanaugh
in a discussion about grief and the loss of community.
The Complexity of Simplicity with Jill Winger
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Adam Young
when discussing the concept of being an elder in the village and using power on behalf of the wounded and marginalized.
170 Make Sense of Your Story: Dan Allender Interviews Adam
Recommended by Alyssa Felder as a worthy read if you want to read about grief.
Elissa Felder & Sonia Hoffman: How the Jewish Burial Society Cares for the Dead [Loss 2/3]
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Greta Morgan
as a book that informed her relationship with grief, where grief and aliveness are like sacred sisters.
Forum from the Archives: Have You Lost Something That Once Defined You?
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Carmen Cool
as a source of inspiration for her grief work and workshops.
97 - MMC Carmen Cool
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Dr. Diana Hill
as the book written by her guest,
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Francis Weller
, who she interviewed before about it.
Grief Rituals For Uncertain Times with Francis Weller
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Alexa Permanish
as inspiration for Ale's album and is also taking his course on grief.
30. Grief, Song and Ceremonies of Mourning - with Alexandra “ahlay” Blakey

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