Published Jan 26, 2016

Episode 18: The Paradox of Forgiveness

Explore the intricate balance between societal healing and personal cost in post-war Sierra Leone as Shankar Vedantam and Andriela Dubey delve into the paradox of forgiveness through emotional reconciliation ceremonies that knit communities while reopening individual psychological wounds.

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Dexa/Shankar Vedantam

Episode 18: The Paradox of Forgiveness

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Forgiveness and Healing

Healing Through Forgiveness

Forgiveness and Reconciliation

Forced Betrayal

Reconciliation After War

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Reconciliation Ceremonies

Challenges of Forgiveness

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Episode 18: The Paradox of Forgiveness

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Reconciliation CeremoniesThe reconciliation ceremonies in Sierra Leone have significantly strengthened community ties but also highlighted the psychological challenges of forgiveness. Andriela Dubey explores the complex interplay between societal healing and individual psychological distress.

Reconciliation Ceremonies

Challenges of ForgivenessThe emotional challenges of forgiveness are explored through traditional ceremonies that foster community cohesion but can also reopen psychological wounds. Andriela Dubey examines the balance between societal benefits and personal costs in these reconciliation processes.

Challenges of Forgiveness

Post-War Sierra LeoneShankar Vedantam explores Sierra Leone's challenging path to reconciliation after a brutal civil war. The episode examines the complexities of forgiveness and the societal efforts to rebuild trust and governance.

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