Bearing Witness to Grief and Healing | Burlington News

When Bob lost his partner Ruth in the 9/11 attacks, their final words—“I love you”—echoed as a haunting farewell. A journalist who’s covered trauma from Mumbai to Berkeley, she reveals how bearing witness to grief reshapes us, making us braver and more present. Bob found solace in teaching, returning to his classroom just two weeks after her death to share his pain—and unlock empathy in others. Their stories remind us: through listening, we heal; through shared suffering, we connect. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3e29fb1084e67edf