EOLC dispatch - Overwhelmed by the News? Processing Collective Grief around Death and Dying in a Time of War

Send us Fan MailIn this weekly dispatch, Wakil David Matthews and Sam Lee Zemke explore collective grief amid war and global conflict. Why do events happening thousands of miles away feel so personal? Why does constant exposure to tragedy leave us exhausted, anxious, or numb?This episode addresses:- What collective grief really is- The emotional impact of repeated exposure to war news- How to cope with constant bad news without disconnecting- Spiritual grounding practices in times of crisis- Community support and shared reflection as tools for resilienceWe address the current state of global affairs, focusing on recent events in Ukraine, Iran, and the Israel Gaza war. We discuss the emotional impact of these world news headlines and how they contribute to feelings of fear and sadness. This conversation explores the broader geopolitical context and the collective anxiety many feel.For death-positive workers, creators, caregivers, and anyone navigating grief and loss, this conversation offers language, perspective, and practical tools for staying grounded while staying informed.If you’ve been doomscrolling, feeling helpless about world events, or wondering whether it’s normal to grieve global conflict, this episode is for you.Support the showWe very much want to hear your thoughts. Please join us on Substack for our community chat.This podcast helps anyone dealing with loss. It can guide you with end-of-life planning and death-positive resources. Check out our introductory episode to learn more about Annalouiza, Wakil, and our vision/mission to normalize and destigmatize conversations about death, dying, grief, and loss.You can find us on SubStack, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and BlueSky. You are also invited to subscribe to support us financially. Anyone who supports us at any level will have access to Premium content, special online meet-ups, and one-on-one time with Annalouiza or Wakil.And we would love your feedback and want to hear your stories. You can email us at [email protected] want to be transparent that we use AI tools to help us with titles, show notes, editing, and introductions....