Christy Albright
Organization, information, and learning sciences researcher and educator who studies grief and psychological capital; co-author and practitioner with experience in curriculum, facilitation, and nonprofit leadership.
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Nov 10, 2025 • 39min
758: How to See What Others Miss, with Kirstin Ferguson
Kirstin Ferguson, a top management thinker and author, joins Christy Albright and Rissa Sorensen-Unruh to dive into the intricate nature of grief. They clarify definitions like bereavement and mourning, and explain anticipatory grief's impact, especially in institutional settings. The trio explores how grief is nonlinear and influenced by personal relationships, advocating for compassion in supportive environments. They introduce the HERO model—hope, efficacy, resiliency, and optimism—as essential tools for navigating grief, emphasizing self-compassion and curiosity as vital skills.
Nov 13, 2025 • 42min
Teaching, Learning, and the Lessons of Grief
In this conversation, Christy Albright, a researcher in learning sciences with a theological background, and Clarissa Sorensen-Unruh, a chemistry faculty member focused on pedagogy, delve into the complexities of grief in educational contexts. They explore anticipatory grief and its implications for faculty and students. The discussion touches on how grief can shape resilience and psychological capital, offering strategies for educators to support themselves and their students. Personal anecdotes reveal how grief remains a lifelong companion, emphasizing the importance of compassion in learning environments.
