30. Grief, Song and Ceremonies of Mourning - with Alexandra “ahlay” Blakey
Lifeworlds
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The Power of Communal Grief
This chapter examines the role of grief and mourning ceremonies across cultures, emphasizing communal practices and music as vital components in honoring collective sorrow. It highlights the work of a grief facilitator who revives ancient mourning traditions and discusses the emotional healing that can occur through communal singing. Through personal reflections and historical insights, listeners are encouraged to rethink societal taboos around grief and embrace it as a radical act of love and connection.
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