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Mentioned in 15 episodes
Finding Meaning
The Sixth Stage of Grief
Book • 2019
In this groundbreaking book, David Kessler journeys beyond the classic five stages of grief to discover a sixth stage: meaning.
Drawing from his professional expertise and intensely personal experiences, including the sudden death of his twenty-one-year-old son, Kessler provides insights, collective wisdom, and powerful tools to help those experiencing loss.
He argues that finding meaning beyond the traditional stages of grief can transform grief into a more peaceful and hopeful experience.
The book emphasizes the importance of witnessing grief and finding ways to honor loved ones, ensuring their legacy continues through the living.
Drawing from his professional expertise and intensely personal experiences, including the sudden death of his twenty-one-year-old son, Kessler provides insights, collective wisdom, and powerful tools to help those experiencing loss.
He argues that finding meaning beyond the traditional stages of grief can transform grief into a more peaceful and hopeful experience.
The book emphasizes the importance of witnessing grief and finding ways to honor loved ones, ensuring their legacy continues through the living.
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Mentioned in 15 episodes
Mentioned by 
Chris Williamson in relation to his views on grief and the need for a witness during the grieving process.
Chris Williamson in relation to his views on grief and the need for a witness during the grieving process.
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#920 - Dr John Delony - Why Do We Date People That Need Fixing?
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Ryan Holiday as a grief expert whose insights on dealing with loss were shared in a Daily Stoic podcast episode.
Ryan Holiday as a grief expert whose insights on dealing with loss were shared in a Daily Stoic podcast episode.
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Stoic Parenting Principles | Essential Lessons From 2024
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as a book with powerful reminders for parents to stay present and grateful for their children.
Ryan Holiday as a book with powerful reminders for parents to stay present and grateful for their children.
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Carry These Stoic Parenting Lessons Into 2025
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Esther Perel when discussing the stages of grief and the importance of witnessing someone's grief.
Esther Perel when discussing the stages of grief and the importance of witnessing someone's grief.
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Esther Calling - Grief is Like a Fingerprint
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Dan Harris as his new book, exploring the concept of finding meaning as a sixth stage of grief.
Dan Harris as his new book, exploring the concept of finding meaning as a sixth stage of grief.
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Why We're All Grieving - and How To Deal With It | David Kessler
Mentioned by John Deloney in the context of finding meaning in difficult experiences.
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My Husband Throws Temper Tantrums
Mentioned by David Thomas as a helpful resource for understanding grief and finding meaning in loss.
Where Did TJ Go? Navigating Grief and Loss with Tatum Green and David Thomas- Episode 959
Mentioned by Lauren Zonfrillo as a helpful book on dealing with grief, covering practical aspects like handling social media and belongings of the deceased.
Lauren Zonfrillo - Grief: The Shittest Greatest Gift
