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Resilience in the Face of Unimaginable Grief: A Conversation with Dr. Lucy Hone

Jul 30, 2024
Dr. Lucy Hone, an international authority on resilience, shares her journey from profound personal loss to becoming a leading expert in grief management. She discusses how her research helped her navigate the tragic death of her daughter, challenging common myths about grief. Lucy emphasizes the importance of personalized resilience strategies and open conversations about loss in the workplace. She offers practical advice for leaders to support grieving employees and introduces her successful 'Coping with Loss' program to build resilience in teams.
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  • Dr. Lucy Hone emphasizes that resilience can be developed through personalized coping strategies, rather than being a fixed trait, essential for managing grief.
  • Open conversations about grief in the workplace, accompanied by empathetic support, are crucial for helping grieving employees navigate their challenges and maintain productivity.

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Understanding Grief in the Workplace

Grief can significantly impair cognitive function, affecting decision-making processes, especially in those who have experienced a loss. It is essential for team leaders to approach grieving employees with empathy, recognizing that a standard expectation of a quick return to productivity is unrealistic. A structured plan should be developed to support employees in the short, medium, and long term as they navigate their grief. Encouraging open conversations about loss in the workplace can enhance productivity and morale, helping to mitigate the negative impacts of bereavement.

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