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“As Tears Go By” by Marianne Faithfull: How a poignant song gained gravitas through the artist's life experiences -
“The Sea” by John Banville: An astounding representation of the grieving mind
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Author Archives: Hannah Harris (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
Alex Grey’s Mystical Vision of Death
In "Dying," a mystic artist looks beyond the physical
Alex Grey is widely recognized as one of the foremost artists working in spiritual and esoteric themes. The driving force behind his work is beyond aesthetic; in his own words, “[he tries] to find the core truths in all the … Continue reading
Aokigahara and Suicide in Japan
A look at Japan's "Suicide Forest" and the effects of isolated depression
The Japanese mindset regarding suicide differs greatly from the outlook held by much of the rest of the world. The predominant belief in Japan holds that suicide can actually be a means of taking responsibility for an adverse life situation — a … Continue reading
“Charlotte’s Web” by E.B. White
A classic children's book addresses death and grieving
In his classic children’s book Charlotte’s Web, E.B. White spins an enthralling tale about the unlikely friendship between a wise, composed spider and a kindly but confused pig. The book also helps children by addressing death and grieving in a healthy way. Readers become … Continue reading
Posted in The Next Chapter
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Performance Artists on Mortality: “Edge” and “Near Death”
Performance artists Marilyn Arsem and Vela Phelan explore the space between life and death in their work
On April 21, 2013, a group of performance artists gathered in Boston for “Near Death,” an experience built around the notion that “Life is as much a part of near death as death itself.” Performance art offers a unique opportunity to make use of space, … Continue reading
“To the well-organized mind, death is but the next great adventure.”
- J.K. Rowling
Posted in A Rite of Passage
Tagged Adventure, Death, J.K. Rowling, mind, Next Great Adventure, Quotes
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