Grief
The 3 worst things you can say after a pet dies, and what to say instead
The 3 worst things you can say after a pet dies, and what to say instead The loss of a pet can be just as painful and valid as human loss, but it often gets minimized or dismissed by society, leading to “disenfranchised grief” that feels invisible and isolating. When responding to someone who has […]
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It is becoming easier to create AI avatars of the deceased − here is why Buddhism would caution against it
It is becoming easier to create AI avatars of the deceased − here is why Buddhism would caution against it Buddhism cautions against creating AI avatars of the deceased as it may distort reality and intensify attachment to an illusion, potentially deepening suffering. Grief can be a catalyst for compassion in Buddhism, but it’s essential […]
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Thunderbolts* is Marvel’s latest attempt at clawing out of an existential void
Thunderbolts* is Marvel’s latest attempt at clawing out of an existential void Marvel’s latest movie, Thunderbolts*, attempts to address the studio’s recent struggles with multiversal storytelling by focusing on a straightforward action flick. The film dabbles in themes of grief and reflection, but its story is mostly predictable and lacks surprises. Despite its familiar set […]
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Listen: What are the hidden dangers of grief?
Listen: What are the hidden dangers of grief? In a new podcast episode, a psychologist examines the stress that loss has on the body—and how society can help. When we lose someone close to us, we often say we have a broken heart: But what if that’s not just a metaphor? In her new book, […]
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