Understanding Loss and Grief

What are the two main types of losses discussed in the video?

• Visible and Invisible

• Tangible and Intangible

• Emotional and Financial

• Physical and Symbolic

Why is it important to name symbolic losses?

• To create new rituals

• To better understand our needs

• To prevent future losses

• To avoid physical losses

What is a common challenge with symbolic losses?

• They have built-in support systems

• They are easily forgotten

• They are always visible

• They often go unrecognized

What is the first step in addressing grief according to the video?

• Talking to friends

• Acknowledging that you are grieving

• Seeking professional help

• Ignoring the grief

Why is it important to reflect on your loss history?

• To relive past experiences

• To understand loss patterns and responses

• To forget about the past

• To compare with others

What is one of the best things you can do for self-care?

• Work without breaks

• Always say yes to others

• Create sacred time for yourself

• Avoid setting boundaries

How can you maintain your mental and physical health?

• Neglect one realm

• Focus only on physical health

• Ignore both realms

• Balance both mental and physical health

What should you do when your body needs rest?

• Ignore it and keep working

• Feel guilty for resting

• Allow yourself to be still

• Exercise more

What has this year taught us about losses?

• The importance of naming losses and showing compassion

• We all have shared access to resources

• Losses are not important

• All losses are the same

What is a key takeaway regarding resources and healing?

• Everyone has equal access to resources

• Time to heal is not important

• Resources and time to heal are crucial

• Healing happens instantly