In a brand new essay, Prof. Kathleen Higgins explores the profound disorientation caused by grief and examines how aesthetic experiences—such as rituals, art, and storytelling—can serve as powerful tools for reorientation. Drawing on Stegmaier’s insights into the nature of orientation, Higgins argues that engaging with aesthetic practices helps individuals regain their footing after loss, fostering a renewed sense of meaning and connection.
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