When experiencing grief or hardship, how can we move forward? On this week's show, writer Nora McInerny shares ideas on navigating the most difficult parts of life ... and living life fully in the face of loss.

-- When Nora McInerny's husband died in 2014, people around her expected her to eventually "move on." She explains why that is terrible advice -- and shares stories of hardship and healing from her podcast "Terrible, Thanks For Asking."

Nora McInerny and Manoush continue their conversation about life's "rough edges" with a look at psychologist Susan David's ideas on toxic positivity and why we try so hard to suppress difficult emotions. Nora introduces TED Speaker Maysoon Zayid, who candidly shares her experiences living with cerebral palsy.

Nora McInerny and Manoush reflect on the crisis of financial hardship with a look at the TED Talk of Sajay Samuel. Nora ends the hour by sharing her advice for people going through the most painful and difficult moments of their lives.