Genevieve Keeney-Vazquez, the president and CEO of the National Museum of Funeral History, interviews Bridget Caletka, a grief counselor with Mosaics of Mercy.

During this conversation, they talk about the importance of face-to-face communication in a technology-driven society. From the stages of grief to the various forms of grief, Genevieve and Bridget explore the topic of grief and societal attitudes from it.

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Takeaways

1.) There are different types of counselors, such as psychologists and licensed professional counselors, who provide talk therapy and address mental health struggles.

2.) In a technology-driven society, face-to-face communication is becoming less common, leading to a loss of interpersonal connection and empathy.

3.) Grief is a natural response to loss and can take many forms, including the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, or the end of a relationship.

4.) The stages of grief, as described by Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, include denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance, although they may not occur in a linear fashion.

5.) Grief is a universal experience, and it is important to recognize and support individuals who are grieving.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Different Types of Counselors
06:14 Exploring the Stages and Forms of Grief
32:12 Favorite Exhibits at the National Museum of Funeral History
42:08 The Importance of Supporting Those Who Are Grieving