We use the word grief to describe the deep, aching sorrow that follows loss—but does it really capture what we feel? In this episode, we explore the complicated relationship between language and emotion, focusing on the word grief—where it fits, where it falls short, and why some cultures don’t even have a direct translation for it. This episode is a conversation for anyone who has felt the ache of loss and wondered: Is there a better word for this?
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