Alex Westerman Creative Director

Tag: relationship grief

The Illusion of the Present: Curating the Artifacts of a Dead Relationship

The Illusion of the Present: Curating the Artifacts of a Dead Relationship

Key Takeaways This article examines the psychological toll of emotional taxidermy following a sudden divorce. I explore how curated domestic spaces trap us in a static identity. The Illusion of the Present: Curating the Artifacts of a Dead Relationship I…
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Fading Shared Memories: The Pain of Remembering Alone

Fading Shared Memories: The Pain of Remembering Alone

Key Takeaways ​I reflect on the fragile nature of personal history throughout this article. My fading shared memories disappear quickly without David present. Shared experiences anchor our past firmly in reality. Consequently, we need others to validate our daily existence.…
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