Irvin Yalom: Existential Meaning Making & Confronting Death

Irvin Yalom: Confronting Death & Other Existential Issues

In this video Dr. Irvin Yalom describes working with a client struggling with symptoms of death anxiety and risk avoidance following the death of his close friend. Dr. Yalom encourages counselors to help clients to explore what specifically about the experience of death is so frightening.

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Confronting Death & Existential Meaning Making

When faced with the potential of death during a plane crash, Ric Elias finds himself reflecting upon on how he can live a more meaningful and purpose filled life. He describes learning that everything can change in an instant and that life is too short to postpone connections and experiences with the people who matter.

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