David Kessler

David Kessler

Biography:

David Kessler is one of the world’s foremost experts on grief and loss. His experience with thousands of people on the edge of life and death has taught him the secrets to living a happy and fulfilled life, even after life’s tragedies. He is the author of six books, including the new bestselling book, Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief. He co-authored two books with Elisabeth Kubler Ross, including On Grief and Grieving, updating her five stages of grief.

His first book, The Needs of The Dying, received praise from Saint (Mother) Teresa. David’s personal experience as a child witnessing a mass shooting while his mother was dying in a hospital helped him begin his journey. For most of his life, David has taught physicians, nurses, counselors, police, and first responders about the end of life, trauma, and grief. He facilitates talks, workshops, and retreats for those experiencing grief. However, despite his vast knowledge on grief, his life was turned upside down by the sudden death of his twenty-one-year-old son. It inspired him to write his newest book, Finding Meaning. He is the founder of grief.com, which has over five million visits yearly from 167 countries.

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  • Grieving & Loss / ET Experiences

    Grief expert David Kessler discussed the best and worst practices in handling grief and loss. Followed by Nancy Thames, a former Dept. of Defense employee and contactee, who revealed her personal experiences.More »
  • Malibu Fires / Dealing With Loss

    Robert Kerbeckdiscussed startling information about the 2018 Malibu fires. David Kessler gave advice on grief and loss.More »
  • Abbey Stories / Grief & the Afterlife

    In the first half, a former brother in the Alexian Novitiate Monastery in Wisconsin, Patrick Rick, discussed a possession case and exorcism which took place at the original Alexian Brothers Hospital in St. Louis in 1949. In the latter half, grief expert David Kessler spoke...More »
  • Life Extension / Dying Process

    In the first half of the show, Durk Pearson & Sandy Shaw discussed life extension and health supplements. In the latter half, thanatologist and grief expert David Kessler talked about what happens when we die.More »