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A haitus | #51

The Pole • 159 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Grief Emotions
  1. The author is taking a break from writing due to a personal loss and the need to deal with the aftermath, like paperwork and planning.
  2. They have mixed feelings about sharing their emotions with others, feeling torn between desiring understanding and feeling uncomfortable with conventional expressions of sympathy.
  3. The author values genuine connections and sharing experiences with others, but also struggles with the idea of receiving generic or obligatory responses.

Letters from an Unlikely Friendship (redux)

if not, Paris • 353 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Grief Memory
  1. The importance of being radically present in life and avoiding getting lost in memories or the past.
  2. Reflecting on the impact of aging and death on relationships, memory, and the importance of cherishing the present moment.
  3. Embracing the idea of living in the present, learning from elders, and being mindful of not sacrificing present happiness for future concerns.

Ghost Lap

The Commonplace • 1042 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23
⚔ Fiction Short Story Memories Loss Grief Video Games
  1. The protagonist reflects on his father's life and premature death, feeling the weight of unfulfilled potential.
  2. Returning to his childhood home after facing job loss and relationship troubles, the protagonist grapples with feelings of failure and uncertainty about the future.
  3. Finding an old PlayStation console sparks memories of bonding with his father through a video game, eventually leading to a poignant realization about letting go of past victories.

Loving amidst loss

Cozy Philosophy • 79 implied HN points • 19 Apr 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Grief Support Therapy Creativity Inspiration
  1. The author shares a heartfelt reflection on navigating loss and grief, finding a balance between supporting loved ones and self-care.
  2. Art and writing can aid in processing emotions during difficult times, serving as a means of expression and release.
  3. Community support and therapeutic help are highlighted as valuable resources for coping with heavy emotions and embracing different perspectives.

That Other Me

Painful Signs, Or, Joel's Substack • 119 implied HN points • 19 Feb 24
📚 Literature Epic Narrative Grief Characters Audience
  1. Achilles' lament for Patroklos in Iliad 19 explores the impact of Patroklos' death on others, showcasing themes of personal loss and grief.
  2. Achilles expresses a collapse of identities with Patroklos and projects the loss of a single person onto his living father and son, illustrating a narrative of replacement and surrogacy.
  3. Grief is associative and unpredictable, touching not only the mourner but also the internal and external audiences, encouraging reflection on personal losses and the importance of responding to others' suffering.

Health Huddle: Where You are the Guru

Are You Okay? • 379 implied HN points • 29 Dec 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Connection Friendship Grief Routine Volunteering
  1. Human connection is essential for health and well-being. Reach out, reconnect, and stay connected to others.
  2. Establishing a meaningful routine, engaging in volunteer work, and developing personal interests are crucial for a fulfilling retirement.
  3. In times of grief, making an effort to stay connected with friends and accept invitations, even if it feels uncomfortable, can help with the healing process.

Emailing the Dead

Opaque Hourglass • 239 implied HN points • 20 Aug 23
🎭️ Culture Communication Digital Grief
  1. Consider emailing a deceased person with a simple hello or a request, as a way to reach out and possibly connect with their surviving loved ones.
  2. The act of sending an email to the deceased could offer a small but meaningful connection between the sender, the departed, and those left behind.
  3. Although the recipient may not physically receive the message, it might provide a gateway for emotional connection and remembrance for those grieving.

Achilles' Wicked Deeds

Painful Signs, Or, Joel's Substack • 59 implied HN points • 22 Mar 24
📚 Literature Classics Mythology Grief Rituals Sacrifice
  1. Evaluation of epic actions requires understanding ancient cultural context and avoiding anachronism
  2. The sacrifice of the twelve Trojan youths by Achilles in the Iliad highlights extreme grief and excessiveness in the narrative
  3. The depiction of human sacrifice in the Iliad serves to characterize Achilles as an individual separate from traditional, civilized society

One Nation, Under Lunacy

Slack Tide by Matt Labash • 224 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Belief Doubt Music Grief Transformation
  1. Our society is going through a period of collective insanity with disturbing events and conflicts.
  2. Finding solace and promoting mental well-being can be achieved through activities like using a steam room and engaging with thought-provoking content, such as books.
  3. Exploring faith, doubt, and deeper questions through literature and music, like the work of Nick Cave, can lead to personal growth and introspection.

Story Two

Stories From The Rail • 599 implied HN points • 06 Nov 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Death Grief Society Tragedy
  1. Death brings a unique smell that affects senses differently, imprinting memories with a lasting impression.
  2. Being a grownup in moments of crisis means handling difficult situations and protecting others, even if it's emotionally challenging.
  3. The normalization of death and tragic events in society is a reflection of systemic issues and regrets a lack of accountability for those responsible.

In Your Post-Election Feelings

Save Our Happy Place • 11 implied HN points • 08 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Grief Mindfulness Self-care
  1. It's important to allow yourself to feel your feelings after an election. Skipping this step can lead to feeling numb and unmotivated later.
  2. Finding ways to connect with yourself and others can help during tough political times. Compassion for yourself and empathy for others can provide comfort.
  3. Processing grief can lead to clearer thinking and a renewed sense of hope. Taking time to reflect can prepare you for future challenges.

Personal Grief Creates Heroes. Collective Grief Creates Revolutions

Anxiety Addiction & Ascension • 98 implied HN points • 03 Oct 23
📖 Philosophy Existentialism Spirituality Adversity Grief Revolution
  1. Personal grief is often an individual experience, and it can be uniquely isolating, but it can also strengthen us as we navigate through it alone.
  2. Adversity, whether from personal loss or external challenges like tyranny, can be faced with practical steps that bring order to chaos, making us stronger and more capable.
  3. Collective grief, experienced together during challenging times, can lead to a shared resilience and solidarity that can fuel movements and revolutions.

Love, Loss, and Dad's Death's Bar Mitzvah

Ladyparts • 299 implied HN points • 08 Dec 21
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Love Loss Grief
  1. The post reflects on the author's experience of grief on the anniversary of their father's death, highlighting the intensity and impact of loss.
  2. The importance of allowing oneself to fully feel and express grief, especially on significant dates like anniversaries.
  3. The tradition of lighting candles as a way to commemorate loss and to acknowledge the ongoing pain of grief.

On Mallarmé’s Tomb for Anatole—Or What to Do With Absence

Vremya • 139 implied HN points • 27 Jun 22
📚 Literature Poetry Grief Memory Existentialism
  1. Loss is hard for everyone, and it's normal to feel surprised or guilty about moving on after someone we love dies. Grief doesn’t always feel the way we expect it to.
  2. Thoughts of those we lost can be fleeting, and life goes on with daily distractions. It's a struggle to balance remembering them with living our own lives.
  3. Creating something in memory of a loved one, like a poem or a piece of art, can help to honor their memory and deal with the absence they left behind.

A open letter from Daniella

Ben’s Blog 🏉 🧠🧑‍💻 • 54 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Wellness Mindfulness Grief
  1. Cancers can have causes beyond lifestyle choices, like genetics or unknown factors. It's important to raise awareness and fund research for rare cancers with no clear causes.
  2. Even in tough times, focus on cherishing every moment and finding joy in the little things. Enjoy life and don't let anyone steal your happiness.
  3. Express gratitude for the love and happiness in your life. Embrace the people and things that bring you joy, and remember to spread love and positivity.

The Pleasure of (Virtual) Immortality

The Apéritif • 1 HN point • 08 Jul 24
🎭️ Culture Grief Technology Philosophy Consumerism
  1. Digital memorials are changing how we remember loved ones. Instead of just gravestones, people can now share memories and stories online, making it easier for family and friends to connect with their memories.
  2. There's a worry that technology might take away the natural process of grieving. If people rely too much on digital ways to remember, they might find it harder to truly feel and work through their emotions.
  3. Using AI to connect with the deceased can create confusion about grief. While it seems comforting, it could prevent people from accepting loss and understanding the importance of real emotions in the healing process.

Life is hectic

Midwest Humble • 6 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Grief Caregiving Family Life Changes
  1. Life can be unexpected and challenging, with milestones like having a baby and dealing with family health issues happening simultaneously.
  2. In difficult times, developing strong support systems, delegating tasks, and allowing others to lead can be crucial.
  3. Grief can come in unexpected moments, but there is also room for growth and new beginnings amidst the challenges of life.

Ambiguous Loss

effectiviology • 2 HN points • 19 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Loss Coping Grief Techniques
  1. Ambiguous loss occurs when someone loses connection with a loved one in a way that feels unclear and lacks resolution.
  2. Ambiguous loss can happen when a person is physically absent or present but psychologically unavailable.
  3. To cope with ambiguous loss, it's helpful to acknowledge it, use 'both-and thinking,' and focus on what you can control.

Celebrating the Dead

The Flawed Yogi Report • 19 implied HN points • 05 Nov 21
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Celebration Grief Memories
  1. Celebrating and honoring the dead through rituals and remembrance can help us appreciate and keep their memories alive.
  2. Grief for lost loved ones can be a transformative experience, leading to personal growth and self-reflection.
  3. Reflecting on the lives of those who have passed can inspire us to live meaningfully, fostering kindness and appreciation for each other.

Avenging Adelita

cruiseandpaul • 0 implied HN points • 08 Sep 23
📚 Literature Thriller Psychological Suspense Grief
  1. The story follows Tom McKeever seeking revenge on the university faculty for his wife's death.
  2. The book combines elements of psychological thriller with layers of complexity despite its brevity.
  3. The narrative is described as a suspenseful train ride, suitable for a quick read while traveling.

Talking grief and Goodreads with "Seeing Ghosts" author Kat Chow

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 24 Aug 21
🎭️ Culture Literature Memoir Writing Grief Family
  1. Writing a book can be a profound process of navigating grief and loss, shaping personal identity, and connecting with family history.
  2. Publishing a memoir can be a vulnerable experience as the book's narrative becomes open to interpretation and projection by readers.
  3. A memoir reflects a part, not all, of the author's life, offering a narrative with a collection of memories that mirror the complexity of grief.

A hundred hairpin heartbreaks

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 07 May 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Grief Pets Mental health Support Emotions
  1. The author is taking a break from their newsletter due to the loss of their dog, wanting more time to process their emotions and reevaluate their priorities.
  2. During a crisis, the author's instinct is to seek and absorb information to cope, but sometimes the search for answers may lead to feelings of heartbreak.
  3. The author highlights the importance of acknowledging and grieving the loss of pets, sharing resources and personal experiences to help others going through similar situations.

Blasts and baes and wtfs

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 14 Sep 15
🎭️ Culture Internet Social media Grief Personal essays
  1. The internet and internet slang can contribute to English proficiency by teaching when to use casual language and when to be formal.
  2. Social media is filled with personal essays that may lack authenticity, flooding feeds with stories that may be exaggerated or disconnected.
  3. The development of the middle-finger emoji was a complex process involving Unicode and Apple.