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Bridges Over Walls

The Wall of Grief w/ Hannah Wachter, Grief Recovery Coach

Oct 6, 2023
Grief Recovery Coach, Hannah Wachter, discusses how to create safe spaces for grieving people in Christian communities. The podcast explores the damaging effects of loneliness and isolation, the different types of grief, the personal experiences of grief from the speaker, and the power of tears and acceptance of emotions.
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  • Loneliness is a significant threat to our health and society, linked to heart problems, strokes, dementia, depression, anxiety, and premature death.
  • Grief is a leading cause of isolation, and Christian spaces need to shift their mindset to genuinely support and understand grief.

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Loneliness is a significant threat to our health and society

Loneliness is not just a feeling; it is considered one of the greatest threats to our overall health and society. The US Surgeon General's report on loneliness highlights the well-established link between loneliness and various health issues such as heart problems, strokes, dementia, depression, anxiety, and premature death. The report even compares the health risks of loneliness to smoking 15 cigarettes a day.

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