Grief—When Life Hurts the Most

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Grief accompanies us throughout our lives How do we cope with grief when we lose someone we love? And how can we find comfort when we’re struck by the pain of loss—again and again? Based on his research, he provides Maja O'Connor, a professor of psychology at Aarhus University, offers a nuanced perspective on grief as a fundamental emotion that does not disappear but moves within us—like the waves of the North Sea: unpredictable, powerful, and recurring. You'll gain insight into how our understanding of grief has shifted from fixed stages that one "had to go through" to a more flexible approach that allows for individual ways of grieving The lecture also explores why some people experience a more entrenched and debilitating grief, and what can help. Complex grief is like a solar eclipse, where the loss fills everything. Those who find themselves in this situation should be offered the right treatment so that the sun can shine again. Learn more about the nature of grief—and how we can live with it.