Lives of the Unconscious. A Podcast on Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy Episode 26: Grief. The path through the realm of shadow.
May 22, 2022
Explore the impact of grief on human experience, including the struggle between inner and outer realities and the complexities of mourning. Delve into the concept of mourning in psychological development and the various coping mechanisms individuals use in response to loss. Discover how grief fluctuates, the significance of linking objects, and the blurred boundaries of reality. Understand the complexities of grief and mourning, the transformative nature of the mourning process, and the therapist's role in supporting patients through grief and detachment.
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Grief vs. Mourning Explained
- Grief is the emotional pain of loss, while mourning is the active effort to cope with it.
- Mourning is a complex, non-linear process that bridges inner and outer realities.
Complicated Grief and Depression
- Grief usually lessens over time but can become complicated and cause mental illness.
- When mourning freezes, depression or melancholia may develop where neither pain nor joy is felt.
Orpheus Myth as Mourning Symbol
- The myth of Orpheus and Eurydice symbolizes mourning's complex emotional journey.
- Orpheus's tragic loss reflects the tension between longing and acceptance during grief.