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Apr 2021
23m 32s

Psychology of Atheist Funerals

HEALTHLINE MEDIA
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How do families and friends of an atheist or nonbeliever mourn their passing when the majority of our traditions are religion-based? Additionally, can someone build a community without religion — and is it even important to do so? Today’s guest is a “non-theist chaplain.” Join us as we find out what that means as he explains that atheism and ritual are not m ... Show More
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