'After Life' Explained
- Currently in its third season, After Life is the Ricky Gervais-starring Netflix series that has captivated viewers by how it tells the story of spousal loss.
- Coping with the loss of a spouse to cancer can be helped by connecting with a psychologist or social worker who can support you through your grief in a professional environment.
- When a spouse has cancer, the diagnosis can impact a marriage in different ways.
Me during all 35 minutes of episode 6 of season 3 #AfterLife pic.twitter.com/FiVxJa4MS7
— Nanna (@maistromama) January 16, 2022
#AfterLife3 episode 6 has me wrecked. Give it all the prizes pic.twitter.com/N0pILzbsqt
— StormyBlue and VaxxedAF (@StormyBluePup) January 16, 2022
Some fans quoted the show’s most poignant moments and impactful pieces of dialogue, like this one when Tony says, “There are angels, by the way. They wear nurse’s uniforms, and work hard to pay the rent on their houses. Some work for charities because they can’t look the other way. Some have four legs and bark. But whatever they look like – they all save lives.”
"There are angels, by the way.
They wear nurse's uniforms, and work hard to pay the rent on their houses. Some work for charities because they can't look the other way. Some have four legs and bark.
But whatever they look like – they all save lives."
♥ #afterlife #afterlife3 pic.twitter.com/Nk84NoGkoT
— Mon (@MSVanh) January 15, 2022
And viewers loved the show’s soundtrack, too.
When Joni Mitchell started playing on #afterlife 😠pic.twitter.com/IBlvCyUuq5
— Nicolle Allen (@nicolleallen) January 14, 2022
Coping with Loss of a Spouse
Losing a loved one to cancer is never easy. The five stages of grief will likely be experienced, and healing takes time. Grief looks different for everyone; be gentle with yourself throughout the grieving, coping, and healing processes.
Related: "Therapy Saved My Life": After Losing A Loved One, Don't Be Afraid To Ask For Help
Many people find therapy to be a helpful addition while going through grief. A talented therapist or mental health professional can help you release your emotions in healthy ways while allowing for growth as well.
Losing a spouse to cancer is a traumatic and devastating event. Know that support is out there for you, though, and that your loved ones will do what they can to help. When you’re struggling, reach out for help you don’t have to suffer in silence.
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How A Cancer Diagnosis Can Impact a Marriage
When a couple faces a cancer diagnosis together, it can be life-altering. Cancer deeply impacts an individual’s life, as well as the lives of loved ones around them.
Actress and melanoma survivor Jill Kargman believes that a cancer diagnosis can be very telling for a romantic relationship. She says in an earlier interview, "I think cancer is a great way to find out if you're with the love of your life or a shithead."
"I think it presses the fast forward button on getting to the bottom of that answer, because a lot of people in middle age are kind of at a crossroads, waiting for their kids to fly the coop," says Kargman. "And I think if you're with someone who is not supportive and kind of emotionally checked out or doesn't tell you you're still beautiful with that, this might not be your person."
Jill Kargman on Relationships and Cancer
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