Navigating Grief and Cynicism, and the Courage of Dante

Navigating grief and loss is seldom easy, but the courageous writings of Dante Alighieri offer some wisdom and strength to help do so while avoiding cynicism.

Filmed May 2022 in Tuscany, Italy, by Sattva Photo.

© David Whyte

[rajatsaxena]

Your voice is very peaceful. Impact wise David

[MovingImagesTributes]

I feel it difficult to avoid cynicism even while “staring absence in the eyes”.

[deardaughter]

Can you help me with this then? I’ve broken three therapists with my loss. Idk who’s strong enough, wise and knowledgeable enough to help me.

[hilpei]

I didn't used to be a cynic, it's hard not to with the culture as it is... I know it's my mind, my choice of where I put my attention. Still...