EP 34: Francis Weller & Tyler Lapkin
Grief is not just something to endure—it’s an initiation into deeper connection. Our guest in this episode, Francis Weller, is a psychotherapist, writer, and soul activist who has dedicated his life to restoring the sacred work of grief. His book The Wild Edge of Sorrow has touched thousands, and his work integrates psychology, mythology, and indigenous wisdom to help us rediscover the power of ritual and communal healing. Tune in as we explore the profound role of grief in personal and collective transformation.
The Podcast With A Thousand Faces · Francis Weller, Tyler Lapkin, Joseph Campbell Foundation
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Show Notes
Francis Weller has spent his life restoring the sacred work of grief and deepening our connection to the soul. A psychotherapist, writer, and soul activist, Francis weaves together psychology, mythology, alchemy, and indigenous wisdom to show us how grief is not just personal but profoundly communal. His bestselling book, The Wild Edge of Sorrow, has guided thousands in embracing loss as a path to renewal. Through his organization, WisdomBridge, and his work with the Commonweal Cancer Help Program, Francis helps others navigate sorrow with ritual, story, and deep remembrance. In this conversation, we explore how grief can serve as an initiation into a richer, more connected life—and why reclaiming lost rituals of mourning is essential to healing both ourselves and the world.
For more information about Francis visit: https://www.francisweller.net/
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The Podcast With A Thousand Faces is hosted by Tyler Lapkin and is a production of the Joseph Campbell Foundation. It is produced by Tyler Lapkin. Executive producer, John Bucher. Audio mixing and editing by Tristan Batt.
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