Book Review: The Grieving Brain by Mary-Frances O'Connor, PhD

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Summary:

In this episode of Growth from Grief, host Susan Andersen reviews key insights from the book 'The Grieving Brain' by Mary Frances O'Connor. In the book Dr O'Connor explores the neuroscience behind grief, highlighting the importance of understanding how our brains process loss and the practical applications of these insights in supporting those who are grieving. Sue explores how this book has impacted her own healing and how she incorporates this information into her work with students.

Takeaways

• Grief is an overwhelming wave, while grieving is how it evolves over time.
• The brain expects our loved ones to return, creating a conflict in understanding loss.
• Grief can trap us in regret, but healing begins in the present moment.
• Returning to the present helps us integrate our loss and emotions.
• Love shapes our brain, and our loved ones remain part of our mental wiring.
• Grief doesn't disappear; we learn to live with it over time.
• Understanding the science of grief can provide comfort and insight.

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