I can still remember the bitter grief I suffered when my father died all those years ago; I didn’t know what I could do to get back to normal - everything seemed to change for the worse. Grief is unfortunately something we all go through. However, this means there are some great life lessons we can learn from those who have gone through the grieving process to enjoy full lives again, at peace with the world and able to reflect fondly on their loved ones.
So here are some powerful TEDx talks from five brave women who have each suffered the loss of someone important. Listen to their stories and reflect, then you may have begun to sow the seeds of your own cure for grief.
Is a Loved One Dealing with Trauma? Here’s What You Can Do
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The Psychology of Decision Fatigue and How to Avoid It
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Feeling Down? Here's What You Should and Shouldn't Eat
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INTERACTIVE: Click on the Colorful Birds to See Them!
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A Smarter Approach to Measuring Body Mass Index
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Get Inspired by Dr Dyer's 6 Life-Infusing Essential Ethics
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This Video Taught Me How to Mend My Own Marriage Problems
When a loved one doesn't realize they have hurt us and we don't let them know, we start a terrible cycle of sulking. Here's how to avoid this marriage problem.
This Story Will Touch Your Heart and Make You Think
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Tailing the Cat: A Timeline of Black Cats' Misfortune
In this article, we are tracing the timeline of black cats and luck.
These Are the Golden Rules of Happiness...
Let these simple lessons serve as a gentle reminder on how to live your life to its fullest potential.
Let These Life Quotes Reach Deep into Your Beautiful Soul
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These Wise Creatures Have Some Advice For You...
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Let Your Thoughts Bloom Like Beautiful Flowers
We need to nurture our thoughts just as we nurture beautiful flowers. We must learn all the lessons we can in order to become better people, one step at a time.
20 Wonderful Life Quotes for Women’s Month
These 20 thoughtful quotes span centuries of phenomenal women thinkers, so let's honor them and ourselves by reading them thoughtfully.
Shocking! Here's What Your Wedding Vows SHOULD Say
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7 Heroes in History Who Confronted Disaster With Kindness
The touching and inspirational stories of the acts of kindness of these people will restore your faith in humanity and lift your spirits
The Wisdom of Africa: Proverbs From Ancient Continent
African proverbs carry years of wisdom and offer astute observations about life. Let these beautiful words inspire you too.
Everyone Needs to Know the Magic They Make You Feel
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5 Zen Parables With Profound Life Lessons
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The Stories Behind These Pictures Will Brighten Your Day
These pictures and the stories behind them prove that there is a lot of good in humanity yet.
This is How You Read a Palm: A Simple Guide
The art of palm reading considered one of the oldest mystical arts in the world. Get to know yourself and others with the help of this simple guide!
One Thing I Want To Remember: It's in the Valleys I Grow...
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After Reading This, You’ll Want to Call Your Best Friend...
Some people come and go in our lives, but real friends are part of the permanent cast. Get inspired by these wise words about those special people in your life.
Poem on the Outlook on Life: Remember and Forget
What should you remember in life? What must you forget? Take my words on this.
What Makes a Friend True? A Beautiful Answer
These words reminded me what friendship is all about, and how lucky I am to have great people in my life.
These 15 Tips Will Make You Loved, Happy & De-Stressed
Here are 15 easy to understand tricks that will change you life, making your happier, more liked and less stressed. You've got to try these!
10 Tips for Success by Spiritual Teacher Robin Sharma
Robin Sharma, the author of "The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari," shares his 10 tips for success in this article!
Spiritual Teacher Explains: How to Connect Your Awareness
In this lecture, Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche, a spiritual Buddhist leader from Nepal, will explain how to connect to your consciousness to achieve personal results.
TODAY Is YOUR Day - Make it a Beautiful One!
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7 Warning Signs of Low Self Esteem and Lack of Confidence
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12 Forgotten Aesop's Fables and the Lessons They Teach
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You Can See Inside a Woman's Heart Through Her Tears
The touching words give true insight into the significance of a woman's tear. A man who loves a woman will be able to relate to these touching words too.
Being This Thankful Really Makes Your Life Better
There's no emotion more sublime than thankfulness.
When Things Go South, Remember These 20 Universal Truths
When things look bleak and hope feels like a distant memory, remember these 20 inspiring truths that all of humanity shares.
Share This Message with Someone Who Needs to Hear It
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Quote Collection: 40 Beautiful Thoughts About Life...
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10 Things No One Can Take Away from You
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Famous Quotes and Sayings That Are Grossly Misunderstood
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May Your Life be Blessed with Strength and Courage
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What Life Are You Living? Take a Moment to Reflect...
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From 7 to 75 - These People Want to Give You Advice
Every age has some wisdom to it. There is child wisdom that we forget as we get older, and there is old wisdom that young people haven't understood yet. This video shows you a little bit from every age.