Mindless to Mindful

Election Grief and Ambiguous Loss: Finding Hope in Uncertainty


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In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that’s affecting so many people right now: election grief. With the recent presidential election stirring up powerful emotions, many are experiencing a deep, unresolved sadness that’s hard to put into words. Drawing from the concept of “ambiguous loss” by Dr. Pauline Boss, we’ll explore what it means to grieve something that feels intangible—like the vision for our country or a sense of security. Join me as I share my own experience processing this election’s outcome and how I found a sense of resolve in an otherwise uncertain time. We’ll discuss: What “ambiguous loss” means and why it’s so difficult to navigate How to cope when you’re grieving the loss of a future you hoped for The role of hope as a cognitive-behavioral process and a powerful antidote to despair I hope this episode brings you some peace, solidarity, and tools for moving forward with purpose.

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