Our Existential Flight from Death - and Wisdom on Connecting to Grief
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the profound insights of Death Thought Leader Kevin Toolis in this 17-minute TED talk that challenges our societal fear of death. Delve into ancient rituals and cultural practices that embrace mortality with acceptance rather than fear. Discover how Irish Wakes, Greek and Roman folklore, and other traditions have historically provided closure and respect for the deceased. Learn how reconnecting with these customs can help us confront our own mortality and find comfort in the natural cycle of life and death. Gain valuable perspectives on viewing death through the lens of community, tradition, and acceptance, ultimately conquering the existential dread surrounding our inevitable fate.
Syllabus
Our existential flight from death - and wisdom on connecting to grief
Taught by
TEDMED
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