Podcasts about grief support

 From Grief to Healing: How Breathwork Helps You Release Pain & Find Peace with Brenda MundtWhat do you do when your world changes in an instant—and the life you knew is gone?In this deeply moving and hope-filled episode, I sit down with Brenda Mundt—transformation coach, Grief Recovery Method Specialist, 9D breathwork facilitator, podcaster, and founder of Energized Life Wellness—to explore the journey of grief, healing, and the powerful role of somatic practices like breathwork.Brenda shares her personal story of profound loss after her husband passed away from COVID. What followed was not just grief, but layers of trauma—watching him battle illness, being unable to be by his side for 11 long days, and then finally being allowed to be present at the moment of his passing. In the aftermath, Brenda also faced major life changes, including selling her home and rebuilding life on her own.But even in the darkest moments, there were tender mercies.Brenda shares how she discovered the Grief Recovery Method—a turning point that not only helped her heal but inspired her to become certified so she could guide others through their own grief journeys.She also introduces us to the powerful world of 9D breathwork, a form of active breathwork that works on a somatic level to help release trapped emotions, process grief, and even address generational trauma.We talk about why grief isn't something to “get over,” but something to move through—and how tools like breathwork can help you feel lighter, clearer, and more at peace.Some experiences are difficult to explain… and breathwork is one of them. As Brenda shares, it's something you truly have to experience for yourself.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why grief is more than just emotional—it's also physical and stored in the bodyThe hidden layers of trauma that can accompany lossWhat the Grief Recovery Method is and how it helps people healHow active breathwork (9D breathwork) works as a somatic healing toolThe connection between breath, emotional release, and mental clarityHow breathwork can help release deeply held and even generational traumaWhy experiencing breathwork is the key to understanding its powerAbout Brenda Mundt:Brenda Mundt is a transformation coach, Grief Recovery Method Specialist, 9D breathwork facilitator, podcaster, and the owner of Energized Life Wellness. After experiencing profound personal loss, she has dedicated her life to helping others navigate grief and rediscover peace, clarity, and purpose.

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Send us Fan MailDeath can be one of the clearest teachers we have—but only if we stop treating it like a distant problem.In this episode, I'm joined by ritualist and death educator Shaina Garfield, founder of Leaves With You and one of the co-facilitators of the Beyond the Veil Retreat, to talk about green burial, grief, and the surprisingly life-giving practice of planning a sacred return to Earth.We begin with Shaina's nonlinear path into this work: being diagnosed with chronic Lyme disease in college, discovering holistic healing, and following a design question that led her to create her first macrame coffin. Shaina shares why handweaving a biodegradable coffin can become so much more than an environmentally conscious funeral option—it can be a communal ritual in which every knot holds prayers, beauty, love, and memory.From there, we explore Shaina's deeply personal essay, The Return to My Earth, and the moment she realized that healing was not about transcending or escaping her body. It was about coming home to it.We talk about letting go of the lives we thought we would have, learning to hold gratitude and longing at the same time, and recognizing when the search for healing becomes another way of searching for something wrong with us.Shaina shares how plant medicine ceremony has served as a form of threshold training, why the real ceremony begins after the ceremony, and why integration and physical action matter more than continually chasing the next cure, treatment, or spiritual breakthrough. She also offers guidance for anyone curious about connecting with guides, ritual, and the unseen—even if plant medicine is not part of their path.And because this is the Ode to Joy podcast, we make space for the joy woven through it all: dance breaks, trees, water, gardens, laughter, daily acts of offering, and the practices that help us stay openhearted while living with pain and uncertainty.If you are curious about death-positive living, end-of-life planning, ritual, chronic illness, green burial, or what it means to return fully to your body and the Earth, this conversation offers both grounding and permission.Subscribe to the podcast, share this episode with someone who may need it, and leave a review so more people can find the conversation.Three Shaina Truths1. The equation of becoming requires both giving away and receiving.Whenever we cross a threshold and become a new version of ourselves, something must be released. Letting go creates the space into which the next chapter can arrive.2. Medicine is not necessarily a cure—it can be a key.No teacher, ceremony, treatment, or spiritual practice can walk the path for us. The key may open something, but we are still responsible for building the door, walking through it, and integrating what we have learned into our everyday lives.3. Our death can become our final offering to the Earth.Preparing for our sacred return is not only about deciding what happens after we die. It asks us to consider what we are cultivating within our bodies, our relationships, and our lives right now.Standout Quotes from Shaina“It's important to witness what is witnessing you, because what we're seeking is also seeking us.”“The equation of becoming means having to give away in order to receive.”“The ceremony is great, but it's really the integration and the action that make it real.”“Plant medicine is not a cure—it's a key. I'm the one who has to build the door and walk through it.”“Death is a key to experiencing more joy.”“We're looking at our death only to inform our life here today.”“We should consider every day lost on which we have not danced at least once.” —Friedrich NietzscheJournaling PromptsWhat am I being invited to give away so that I can receive what is trying to enter my life?Where has my desire to heal, grow, or improve quietly become a search for something wrong with me?What would it mean for me to return to my Earth—to my body, my needs, my limits, and the physical reality of my life?If I knew I were going to die tomorrow, what would feel complete—and what would I wish I had tended to more lovingly?How might I treat one ordinary act today—washing the dishes, preparing food, walking outside, or caring for my body—as an offering?What expectations about my life, my body, or the person I thought I would become am I ready to grieve and release?What would my own sacred return to Earth look and feel like? What does imagining it teach me about how I want to live now?Where is life already inviting me into the dance—and what keeps me from joining it?Resources MentionedShaina Garfield and Leaves With You⁠Read Shaina's essay, ⁠The Return to My Earth⁠Follow Leaves With You on InstagramLearn more about the Beyond the Veil RetreatExplore green burial and environmentally conscious end-of-life options in your local areaIn This EpisodeChronic illness as an initiation into healing, death work, and the EarthShaina's journey from industrial designer to ritualist and death educatorCreating biodegradable macrame coffinsWeaving prayers, memories, and love into a burial vesselReturning to the body after years of spiritual explorationWhen the healing journey becomes another form of self-rejectionHolding gratitude for the present while maintaining a vision for the futureThe equation of becomingLife as a series of thresholdsPlant medicine, responsibility, lineage, and discernmentWhy integration matters more than chasing spiritual experiencesConnecting with guides and the unseenLearning to live with death rather than treating it as a distant problemDance as prayer, embodiment, and connection to creationGreen burial as a physical and spiritual offeringUsing death to inform how we live todayShaina's offering at Beyond the VeilConnect with ShainaShaina Garfield is a ritualist, death educator, designer, and founder of Leaves With You. Her work helps people reconnect with death, grief, ceremony, and the natural world through ritual containers, death education, green burial exploration, and biodegradable macrame coffins.At the Beyond the Veil Retreat, Shaina will facilitate The Sacred Return to Earth, an exploration of green burial, the spiritual dimensions of decomposition, and how envisioning our return to the Earth can transform the way we live today. Support the showBuy your copy of Elena's book "Grieve Outside the Box"Follow on IG @elenabox

WHO THIS EPISODE HELPSAnyone grieving the loss of a child, supporting someone through addiction, living with complicated grief, carrying guilt after loss, or struggling with the silence and stigma surrounding substance use disorder. This episode is also for parents, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and anyone searching for hope after unimaginable loss. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GETA deeply honest conversation about losing a child to addiction, breaking through shame, learning to carry grief instead of outrunning it, and discovering that healing doesn't mean forgetting. Katie shares practical ways she's survived the darkest days through community, creativity, movement, vulnerability and continuing her relationship with her son, Nicholas. DESCRIPTIONBefore there was addiction, there was Nicholas.That simple truth becomes the foundation of one of the most honest conversations ever shared on Grief Is Not A Dirty Word.Katie Rizzo joins Nick Gaylord to tell the story of her son Nicholas—not as an addict, but as a shy, funny, athletic young man who loved soccer, superheroes, his brothers, and his family. Together they explore the devastating reality of addiction, the stigma families face after an overdose, and why addiction should be treated as a medical condition instead of a moral failing.Katie speaks openly about the six-year battle to save her son, the day everything changed forever, the crushing weight of parental guilt, and how she's slowly learned to give herself the same grace she so freely gives other grieving parents.The conversation also explores Katie's powerful "Trimesters of Grief" framework, why movement and creativity became essential to her healing, the importance of continuing to say a loved one's name, and how grief doesn't have to disappear in order for hope to exist.This is a conversation about love, addiction, shame, resilience, and learning that the people we lose never stop being part of our lives.THIS EPISODE ANSWERS How do you survive losing a child to addiction?  Why is addiction a disease instead of a moral failure?  How do parents cope with guilt after losing a child?  Why do grieving families need us to continue saying their loved one's name?  Can grief and joy exist at the same time?THIS EPISODE ANSWERS How do you survive losing a child to addiction?  Why is addiction a disease instead of a moral failure?  How do parents cope with guilt after losing a child?  Why do grieving families need us to continue saying their loved one's name?  Can grief and joy exist at the same time?KATIE'S LINKSWEBSITE:  https://www.katierizzo.comCONTACT: https://www.katierizzo.com/contactINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/katierizzo007/Support the showGIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.griefisnotadirtyword.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefisnotadirtyword Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griefisnotadirtyword TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefisnotadirtywordYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-gaylord/

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Today, I interview Beth Erlander, a grief expert and therapist who spent years believing she had to stop being a caregiver before she could truly support other caregivers. Although she had helped people through grief for more than 26 years, Beth hesitated to focus on this work because she was still living it herself. In our conversation, she didn't think she was ready, and she wasn't sure she had enough distance from her own experience to guide others through theirs. She shares what helped her stop waiting, why she finally became comfortable with not having all the answers, and how her own experience gave her a deeper understanding of the people she felt called to serve. We also explore why grief is more than death loss, how it can show up in life's transitions, and what it means to give grief a voice.Today, Beth helps those who unexpectedly find themselves caring for a spouse or partner navigate the emotional realities of caregiving. Through her professional experience and her own journey, she is creating programs that help caregivers feel seen, understood, and supported while navigating a grief that often goes unrecognized.__________________Beth Erlander, LPC, grief expert and seasoned therapist with over 26 years of experience. She works with grief and loss issues from any kind of sudden life transition. Yet the main focus of her work is serving those who find themselves thrust into the role of being the caregiver for their spouse or partner.Her memoir, Life Upside Down: The Fall That Transformed Our Lives, Lifting Me Through Grief Love and Quadriplegia speaks to the journey of being her partner's caregiver for the past 13 years.Beth is a Creative Grief Support Practitioner, Art Therapist and EMDR practitioner. She is currently training in Somatic Experiencing, Peter Levine's work where she is gathering more tools to equip grievers to navigate the overwhelming experience of grief in the body.Beth runs an online program called The Wheel of Grief, which gives grievers a map to navigate the wild terrain of loss. She co-leads grief rituals and ceremonies, both online and in person. She is also a Cowry Shell Diviner taught to her by the late and great Elder Malidoma Somé.__________________Find BETH here:Book: https://crowflowpublications.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betherlander_grief2joy/Support the showI'm Dr. Doreen Downing and I help people find their voice so they can speak without fear. Get the Free 7-Step Guide to Fearless Speaking https://www.doreen7steps.com​.

Send us Fan MailSomething wild happens when your life hits a season you can't “power through.” I'm sharing a personal update I've been living inside of lately: pregnancy, the humbling first trimester, and what it forces me to release when my usual productivity stories stop working. If you're a mom, a caregiver, a go-getter, or anyone moving through change, this is for the days when success looks like making it to bedtime and calling that sacred.We talk about tiny rituals as spiritual practice and realistic self-care. Not the fantasy of two uninterrupted hours, but the two-minute practices that bring you home: lighting a candle, making tea, watering a plant, stepping outside barefoot, taking five deep belly breaths, or putting your legs up the wall. I share how these micro-rituals build steadiness, protect your peace, and help you reorient when your nervous system is loud and your mind is spinning.Then we go deeper into community as medicine. I reflect on the kind of relationships that don't just validate you, but actually help you remember who you are. That also means grieving false belonging, noticing where familiarity isn't alignment, and trusting your nervous system before your thoughts catch up. We unpack expansion vs contraction, boundaries around gossip, and why nature is such a powerful teacher when you're tempted to hurry.If you're craving depth and ceremony, I also share details on the Beyond the Veil retreat (July 25 to 26 at Woodmont Day Camp in upstate New York) and what we're creating together with shamanic journeying, grief wisdom, and sacred space. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs it, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show.✨ Three Elena TruthsYour nervous system often recognizes what belongs long before your mind catches up.Tiny daily rituals have the power to keep you connected to yourself when life won't make space for long spiritual practices.Every meaningful life requires grieving the relationships, expectations, and identities that no longer align with who you're becoming.

WHO THIS EPISODE HELPSAnyone navigating grief after the death of a child or loved one, survivors of domestic violence, families searching for missing loved ones, advocates, first responders, and anyone looking for hope after unimaginable trauma and loss.WHAT LISTENERS WILL GETA deeply personal conversation about grief, healing, child loss, resilience, advocacy, and how one family's unimaginable tragedy became a mission that is helping save lives and supporting families across the country.DESCRIPTION:Most people know how Gabby Petito's story ended. Far fewer know how her family's story continued.In this special bonus episode of Grief Is Not A Dirty Word, Nick Gaylord republishes one of the most powerful conversations from the podcast's original Our Dead Dads series as the Gabby Petito Foundation prepares for its 2026 Charity Golf Event. Nick sits down with Gabby's mother, Nichole Schmidt, and bonus father, Jim Schmidt, for an intimate conversation about parenting, unimaginable child loss, grief, trauma, resilience, and the decision to transform heartbreak into purpose. Together with Joe Petito and Tara Petito, they have spent the past five years building the Gabby Petito Foundation into a nationally recognized voice for domestic violence awareness, missing persons advocacy, prevention, education, and support for families facing their darkest moments. Rather than allowing grief to define them, they have chosen to let Gabby's legacy inspire meaningful change. This conversation is not about the headlines—it is about healing, hope, and the extraordinary impact that can grow from love that never ends.This episode answers: How do parents survive the unimaginable grief of losing a child?  How has the Gabby Petito Foundation helped families affected by domestic violence and missing persons cases?  What was Gabby Petito like beyond the headlines?  How can grief be transformed into purpose and advocacy?  What can each of us do to help prevent domestic violence and support families experiencing traumatic loss? Key Takeaways: Grief doesn't disappear, but purpose can help carry us forward.  Every act of advocacy has the potential to save lives and change families forever.  Healing doesn't mean leaving a loved one behind—it means carrying their legacy forward.  Domestic violence awareness begins with education, conversation, and recognizing warning signs before it's too late.  Communities of compassion, volunteers, and supporters make life-changing work possible for families experiencing grief and trauma.Support the showGIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.griefisnotadirtyword.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefisnotadirtyword Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griefisnotadirtyword TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefisnotadirtywordYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-gaylord/

What does it look like to stay present for someone in grief? Not just in the immediate aftermath, but in the months that follow. My guest, Kelly Edmondson, is a nurse, a bereaved mother, and a grief counselor who is redefining what compassionate support looks like after loss. As the Founder of Timely Presence, Kelly helps grieving families feel remembered through meaningful heirloom-quality gifts intentionally delivered on emotionally significant days. Drawing from her clinical background in trauma nursing and her personal journey through loss, Kelly brings a rare blend of emotional intelligence, professional experience, and lived understanding to the grief space.  Her work centers on presence, remembrance, and the belief that no one should navigate the first year after loss alone.   CONNECT WITH KELLY Website - https://thetimelypresence.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-edmondson/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thetimelypresence/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TimelyPresence   CONNECT WITH DEBI Website – https://www.debironca.com Instagram - @debironca Email – info@debironca.com Free Group Coaching - https://debi.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/group-coaching YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DebiRoncaOfficial Amy Throw | Stylist & Image CoachI style women in clothes they love & build opportunities they believe in https://www.cabionline.com/?pws=styledwithsoul   Check out my online course! Your Story's Changing, Finding Purpose in Life's Transitionshttps://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-program The Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Sellerhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBD Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-call

Some seasons of life don't come with clear answers.Maybe you're waiting on news or facing a tough decision. Maybe everything feels uncertain and your mind won't stop trying to solve tomorrow before today is even over.This meditation is an invitation to loosen your grip on needing to know. You don't have to have all the answers tonight. You don't have to make every decision today. For just a few minutes, allow yourself to rest in the space between what has been and what comes next, trusting that clarity can arrive in its own time.When you don't know what's next, press play.Send us Fan MailFor those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude.We Didn't Plan For This Special SeriesThis series exists because so many of you reached out and said, “I didn't plan for this either.”If you've gone through a diagnosis, a loss, a life change, a career shift, a divorce, becoming a caregiver, moving, starting over — we want to hear your story.EMAIL US: WDPFTPodcast@gmail.comYou don't have to have it figured out. You just have to be willing to share honestly.How Yoga Changed My Life a PodcastSend Us Your Stories!If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you! These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn't plan for, and what helps them along the way.If you'd like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok:...

Grief doesn't always arrive when we expect it.Sometimes it's a song on the radio, a photograph, or a memory that suddenly brings a wave of emotion crashing in.This guided meditation isn't about fixing, understanding, or making grief smaller. It's about creating space and allow yourself to move through it one breath at a time.Whether your loss is recent or years old, grief has a way of showing up when it needs our attention. When it does, you don't have to fight it. You don't have to push it away. You only need to breathe and let the wave move through. We didn't plan for this. But we're here. And for now, that's enough.When grief shows up uninvited, press play.Send us Fan MailFor those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude.We Didn't Plan For This Special SeriesThis series exists because so many of you reached out and said, “I didn't plan for this either.”If you've gone through a diagnosis, a loss, a life change, a career shift, a divorce, becoming a caregiver, moving, starting over — we want to hear your story.You don't have to have it figured out. You just have to be willing to share honestly.How Yoga Changed My Life a PodcastSend Us Your Stories!If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you! These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn't plan for, and what helps them along the way.If you'd like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged...

WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone navigating grief, trauma, divorce, childhood loss, PTSD, depression, emotional healing, or non-death grief experiences that still carry lasting pain.WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: A powerful conversation about grief beyond death, childhood trauma, emotional validation, mental health, resilience, healing after divorce, and how loss can shape the course of an entire life.DESCRIPTION:Dr. Gregory T. Obert spends his career helping people work through trauma, PTSD, depression, grief, and emotional pain, but long before becoming a psychologist, he was a teenager struggling through the collapse of his parents' marriage and the loss of the life he thought he knew. In this deeply personal conversation with Nick, Dr. Greg shares how childhood grief, depression, and emotional isolation shaped his future. He discusses the often-overlooked grief that accompanies divorce, family dysfunction, autism within families, and the loss of expected relationships. Together, Nick and Dr. Greg explore why society struggles to recognize non-death grief and how trauma extends far beyond the experiences most people associate with PTSD. They examine the importance of emotional validation, the damage caused when children's feelings are dismissed, and the role supportive adults can play in healing. Dr. Greg also reflects on the therapist who changed his life, the mentor who helped shape his future, and the experiences that ultimately led him into psychology. This episode is an honest, insightful exploration of grief, trauma, resilience, mental health, and the healing power of being truly seen and heard.This episode answers: Can divorce cause grief and trauma even when nobody dies?  How does childhood grief affect mental health later in life?  What is the difference between trauma and PTSD?  Why do people dismiss non-death grief experiences?  How can therapy help someone process grief, loss, and emotional pain? Key Takeaways: Grief is not limited to death and can emerge from divorce, family changes, lost relationships, and disrupted expectations.  Children often recognize emotional problems long before adults realize they do.  Emotional validation can be life-changing for someone struggling with grief or trauma.  Trauma exists on a spectrum and does not always meet the criteria for PTSD.  Healing often begins when people stop minimizing their pain and allow themselves to address it honestly.DR. GREG'S LINKS:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drgtobert/X: https://x.com/DrGTObertGet Real with Heather & DavidExploring conversations for an intentional life.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showGIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.griefisnotadirtyword.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefisnotadirtyword Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griefisnotadirtyword TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefisnotadirtywordYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-gaylord/

What does it take to keep a family business thriving for more than two centuries?In this powerful episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich sits down with Howard McComas IV, seventh-generation leader of McComas Funeral Home, to discuss a remarkable family legacy that has served Harford County since 1808.But this conversation goes far beyond funeral services.Howard shares lessons learned from helping families through grief, the importance of relationships, how funeral traditions are evolving, and why community involvement remains at the heart of everything the McComas family does. From honoring veterans and first responders to supporting families before, during, and after loss, Howard offers a perspective that is both deeply personal and incredibly inspiring.You'll learn:• How McComas Funeral Home has remained family-owned for 218 years • Why relationships are the foundation of lasting success • The changing role of funerals and celebrations of life • The importance of grief support and healthy healing • How veterans and first responders are honored through special programsResources:• McComas Funeral Home: McComasFuneralHome.comIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who would appreciate this conversation. And as always, join the conversation by reaching out to Rich Bennett.Send us Fan MailCelebrate the Magic of Words in Bel Air, Maryland!https://bookfairatbelair.org/Harford's Heart MagazineKEEP IT LOCAL WITH HARFORD'S HEART maryland's lifestyle magazine for harford county!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTokSponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCastSubscribe by Email

Have you ever walked into a room and completely forgotten why you were there? Do you constantly find yourself trying to remember where you put your keys? Since Brian's unexpected passing in January, Adrienne has found herself forgetting appointments, losing her train of thought mid-sentence, rereading emails multiple times, and wondering if something was actually wrong with her. As it turns out, she's not alone.In this episode, Adrienne explores the very real experience often called widow brain or grief brain—the memory lapses, brain fog, difficulty concentrating, and decision fatigue that so many people experience after a major loss.She shares her own struggles navigating grief, probate, finances, parenting, and everyday life while trying to function with what sometimes feels like 97 browser tabs open at once.Along the way, she explores cognitive overload and what has helped her cope. Learning that forgetting things may not be a sign that you're failing—it may be a sign that your brain is working overtime to adapt to a life you never expected.If you've ever wondered why grief makes even simple tasks feel harder, this conversation is for you.Because sometimes healing looks a lot less like moving on and a lot more like walking back into the room to remember why you went there in the first place.Send us Fan MailFor those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude.We Didn't Plan For This Special SeriesThis series exists because so many of you reached out and said, “I didn't plan for this either.”If you've gone through a diagnosis, a loss, a life change, a career shift, a divorce, becoming a caregiver, moving, starting over — we want to hear your story.You don't have to have it figured out. You just have to be willing to share honestly.How Yoga Changed My Life a PodcastSend Us Your Stories!If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you! These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn't plan for, and what helps them along the way.If you'd like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged...

Send us Fan MailIn this mini series episode, I revisit number four in the top ten most listened-to episodes: my third conversation with Meghan Riordan Jarvis — psychotherapist, podcast host, TEDx speaker, and author — on the essential questions about grief, loss and trauma.Meghan joins me for the third time, and this conversation goes deepest. We explore the intersection of grief and trauma, what neuroscience and bioscience tell us about what grief actually does to the body and brain, and the questions that every griever asks but rarely finds answered clearly. Meghan's book Can Anyone Tell Me? Essential Questions About Grief and Loss is the springboard — and it is the resource I wish every griever had access to.Two professionals, one conversation, and the questions that matter most.Listen to the original episode: Episode 95 — Meghan Riordan Jarvis | The Essential Questions About Grief, Loss and TraumaAlso listen to: E41 — How a Therapist Deals With Grief and Trauma  |  E49 — Review of Trauma and Grief ModalitiesIf this podcast is helping you, please consider leaving a 5-star review — it helps more people find this content when they need it most.Chapters:00:00 Welcome00:49 Today's episode01:27 Welcome to the Mini Series02:50 Top 10 - Number 403:45 About Meghan Riordan Jarvis04:27 Can anyone tell me? 06:06 Essential questions about grief06:47 What resonated with me07:35 Why it resonated with listenersSupport the show

WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone navigating parental loss, caregiver grief, anticipatory grief, dementia, cancer, young adult grief, motherhood after loss, guilt after death, or major life transitions while grieving.WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Practical insight into surviving the loss of both parents before 30, navigating grief while raising a young child, coping with caregiver responsibilities, managing grief triggers, and learning why community and support matter during bereavement.DESCRIPTION:Nick Gaylord welcomes returning guest Annie LaBeth for a deeply honest conversation about what happened after her first appearance on the podcast. After previously sharing the story of losing her father, Annie returns to discuss the devastating loss of her mother following a rapid decline involving throat cancer, strokes and dementia. Together, they explore caregiver grief, anticipatory grief, medical advocacy, guilt, trauma, and the emotional collision of becoming a mother while losing her own mom. Annie shares the realities of handling end-of-life decisions, selling her childhood home, navigating healthcare systems and raising a daughter without parental support. The conversation also examines grief triggers, resentment, healing, therapy and the complicated emotions that follow major loss. Through humor, vulnerability and hard-earned wisdom, Annie offers hope to anyone facing parental loss, family caregiving responsibilities or grief during major life transitions. This episode is a powerful reminder that grief changes us, but we do not have to carry it alone.This episode answers: What is it like to lose both parents before age 30?  How do you cope with becoming a parent after losing your own parents?  How do you handle guilt after making end-of-life decisions for a parent?  What are the biggest grief triggers after losing a mother or father?  How can caregivers advocate for loved ones with dementia and cancer? Key Takeaways: Grief often evolves when multiple losses occur during major life transitions.  Caregiver guilt is common, even when you did everything possible.  Building a strong support system is essential during grief and caregiving.  Parenthood can create a deeper understanding of your own parents and their sacrifices.  Healing does not mean moving on. It means learning how to carry loss differently.As discussed in the interview, listen to "First Time On Earth" by Alex Warren on Apple Music, Spotify or wherever you get your music.Support the showGIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.griefisnotadirtyword.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefisnotadirtyword Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griefisnotadirtyword TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefisnotadirtywordYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-gaylord/

The casseroles arrive. The flowers fill the house. For a few weeks, people show up.And then they don't.For most grieving people, the silence that follows the funeral is one of the loneliest parts of loss — and one of the least talked about. In this episode, Brian sits down with Kelly Edmondson, a trauma nurse, grief counselor, and Shining Light mother who lost her son Darius on January 3rd, 2023. Kelly spent years delivering devastating news to families in the ER. She thought she understood grief. Then it happened to her.What she discovered — in the gap between clinical knowledge and lived experience — became the foundation for Timely Presence, a year-long grief support service that sends meaningful, curated gifts on the days that hit the hardest: the first birthday, the first Mother's Day, the first wedding anniversary without your person.This conversation is for anyone who has ever wanted to show up for someone grieving but didn't know how — and for anyone who has felt the world move on while they were still standing in the wreckage.In this episode:How Kelly's son Darius lived — and what his life continues to meanWhat a career in trauma nursing teaches you about grief that lived experience still catches you off guardHow to deliver heartbreaking news with compassion and clarityWhy people go silent around grievers — and why silence does more damage than an imperfect wordWhat not to say (and what actually helps)How Timely Presence fills the gap in grief support after the funeralThe first gift Kelly ever sent — and the prisms it left dancing on a wallAbout Kelly EdmondsonKelly Edmondson is a nurse, grief counselor, and the founder of Timely Presence — a year-long grief gift service designed to show up for the bereaved on the dates that matter most throughout the first year of loss. Drawing from her background in trauma care and her own journey through child loss, Kelly created a service that didn't exist before: one that remembers, so the people around you don't have to carry it alone.

WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS:Anyone struggling with suicide grief, PTSD, sexual trauma, survivor shame, unresolved loss, complex grief, childhood trauma, ambiguous grief, or the long-term effects of living in survival mode.WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET:A powerful conversation about trauma recovery, grief healing, nervous system regulation, suicide loss, resilience, boundaries, and how healing remains possible even after decades of pain and silence.DESCRIPTION:Erika Shershun joins Nick Gaylord for a deeply personal conversation about grief, trauma, suicide loss, healing, and resilience. Erika shares the story of losing her father to suicide at age fifteen, the devastating impact of growing up without emotional support, and how unresolved grief shaped much of her life. She also discusses surviving multiple sexual assaults, discovering how trauma remained stored in her body for decades, and the moment she realized survival mode had been controlling her life. Together, Nick and Erika explore PTSD, ambiguous grief, nervous system dysregulation, boundaries, trauma-informed care, and the realities of healing after profound loss. Erika reflects on the later suicide of her brother, the lessons she learned through her own recovery, and the work she now does helping survivors reclaim their lives. This episode offers hope, practical insight, and an honest look at what healing truly requires. If you've ever felt trapped by grief, trauma, shame, or silence, this conversation will remind you that healing is possible and that you are not aloneTHIS EPISODE ANSWERS: How does suicide loss affect a child for the rest of their life?  Can trauma stay trapped in the body for decades?  What happens when grief and trauma go unprocessed?  Why do survivors often remain stuck in survival mode?  Is it ever too late to heal from trauma and grief? KEY TAKEAWAYS: Trauma can remain stored in the body long after the original event has passed.  Healing does not erase painful memories, but it can remove their power to control daily life.  Unexpressed grief often resurfaces physically, emotionally, and psychologically.  Recovery is rarely linear, but meaningful progress is always possible.  Boundaries, self-awareness, and trauma-informed support are critical parts of healing. Support the showGIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.griefisnotadirtyword.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefisnotadirtyword Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griefisnotadirtyword TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefisnotadirtywordYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-gaylord/

Send us Fan MailIn this mini-series episode, I revisit number nine in the top ten most listened-to episodes of this podcast: my conversation with David Kessler on the question that almost every grieving person asks — how long does grief last?David Kessler is one of the world's foremost experts on grief and loss, the author of six books, including Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief, and the founder of grief.com. He co-authored two books with Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, and his work has reached millions of people across the globe. In this conversation, we explore the five stages of grief, the sixth stage of meaning, and what healing from grief actually looks like — and does not look like.If grief has made you wonder whether you will always feel this way, this episode is for you.Listen to the original episode: Episode 75 — David Kessler | How Long Does Grief Last? and you can find all of David's information, including the links to his website and book, on the same link.If this podcast is helping you, please consider leaving a 5-star review — it helps more people find this content when they need it most.Chapters:00:00:00 - Welcome00:00:49 - Today's episode00:01:27 - Welcome to the Mini Series00:02:50 - Top 10 - Number 900:02:58 - About David Kessler00:03:27 - David's publications00:06:43 - What resonated with me00:07:23 - Why it resonated with listenersSupport the show

In today's episode, Gina responds to a listener question regarding grief and anxiety. Gina offers strategies for coping with the generally disturbing combination of grief and anxiety, particularly in the case of losing someone close to you. Gina underlines the particular emotions that are exhibited when experiencing grief as well as techniques that can be used to enhance and maintain support and self-care.Stillpoint Fridays is my once-a-week Friday note — a slower, more personal reflection that's different from what I share on the podcast.If you'd like a quiet place to land as the week winds down, you can join here: http://eepurl.com/bR2F9P or on our website anxietycoachespodcast.com and sign up for the newsletter.Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our community Group Coaching Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program1:1 Coaching Learn more about our One-on-One CoachingIf you prefer to listen AD-FREE, try our Supercast premium access membership:Learn more about anxiety What is anxiety?Free Guided Meditation for Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for AnxietyQuote:Grief and gratitude are kindred souls, each pointing to the beauty of what is transient and given to us by grace.-PATRICIA CAMPBELL CARLSONChapters0:28 Grief and Anxiety Support3:47 Common Grief Emotions5:48 Facing Fear and Sadness8:17 Physical Effects of Grief10:17 Self-Care and Support13:20 Letting Feelings Flow15:41 Grief and GratitudeSummaryIn this episode we respond to a listener who is dealing with long-term anxiety and the recent death of her older brother. We focus on how grief can intensify anxiety and panic, and we discuss ways to stay supported during this time.We explain that grief is individual and does not follow a fixed timeline. We note that people may grieve differently depending on the relationship, the type of loss, and their own resilience. We also say that grief can apply to many kinds of losses, not only death.We then describe common grief reactions, including shock, numbness, anger, sadness, fear, and anxiety. We mention that physical symptoms can include insomnia, fatigue, and changes in appetite, and we encourage listeners to notice these responses without judging them.We offer practical ways to cope, including meditation, short stress breaks, music, aromatherapy, prayer, and other calming rituals. We also encourage maintaining social support, reaching out to others when needed, and paying attention to sleep, exercise, food, and rest.We close by encouraging journaling, doodling, crying, and other forms of emotional release. We emphasize that allowing feelings to move through can help the nervous system settle and support a return to calm.#Grief, #Anxiety, #PanicAttack, #Loss, #Bereavement, #Mourning, #MentalHealth, #EmotionalWellness, #GriefSupport, #AnxietyRelief, #OvercomingPanic, #ShockAndNumbness, #GriefAnger, #DealingWithSadness, #OvercomingFear, #DealingWithUncertainty, #InsomniaRelief, #Fatigue, #SelfCare, #DailyRoutine, #StressManagement, #StressRelief, #Meditation, #Mindfulness, #StressBreaks, #Aromatherapy, #PetTherapy, #InspirationalQuotes, #SocialSupport, #TherapyWorks, #GriefCoaching, #SupportGroups, #PhysicalHealth, #ExerciseForMentalHealth, #Journaling, #CreativeRelease, #EmotionalExpression, #LetItFlow, #CopingMechanisms, #HealingJourney, #NervousSystemRegulation, #EmotionalRelease, #AnxietyCoachesPodcast #GinaRyan #ACPSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone navigating traumatic grief, overdose loss, child loss, spouse loss, pet loss, complicated grief, anger in grief or surviving after devastating family tragedy.WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: A brutally honest conversation about grief, rage, survival, grief brain, addiction loss, codependency, trauma, emotional numbness and what it actually looks like to keep living after losing the people you love most.DESCRIPTION:In this deeply raw and unfiltered episode, Nick Gaylord sits down with grief educator and author Kym Hinchey to talk about the unimaginable losses that changed her life forever. Kym shares the story of losing her son Adrian to an accidental overdose after years of addiction struggles and losing her husband John just three months later to what she believes was a broken heart. Together, Nick and Kym dismantle the myths society teaches about grief, including the dangerous idea that grief follows neat stages or has an expiration date. They explore grief rage, grief brain, trauma, survivor's guilt, pet loss and the emotional isolation grieving people often experience. Kym also opens up about the promise she made to her surviving son to stay alive and how that promise ultimately became the foundation for rebuilding her life. This conversation is honest, painful, compassionate and filled with the kind of truth grieving people rarely hear out loud. This episode answers: What does grief after overdose loss really feel like?  How do you survive losing both a child and spouse?  Why does grief create anger, numbness and brain fog?  What is grief brain and why does grief affect the body physically?  Why do grieving people feel pressure to hide their pain? Key Takeaways: Anger is a normal and necessary part of grief.  Grief changes who you are permanently.  There is no timeline or checklist for healing.  Grief affects the body, brain and immune system.  Honest conversations about grief help people survive it.Website:  https://agriefsupport.com/My Story Page: https://agriefsupport.com/my-story-%26-tools-for-youInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/agriefsupportFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/agriefsupportSubstack: https://agriefsupport.substack.com/Grief.com Directory Listing: https://grief.com/grief-certified-peer-to-peer/name/kym-hinchey/Support the showGIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.griefisnotadirtyword.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefisnotadirtyword Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griefisnotadirtyword TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefisnotadirtywordYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-gaylord/

What happens when life completely shatters the future you thought you were supposed to have?In this deeply moving episode of Casa De Confidence, Julie DeLucca-Collins sits down with author, former nun, end-of-life doula, and recovery advocate Gina Economopoulos for a conversation about grief, faith, addiction, healing, and learning how to rebuild after devastating loss.Gina shares her incredible journey from growing up in a loving Greek and Italian family, to joining a convent for 12 years, to losing her mother to cancer, surviving heartbreak, navigating alcoholism and recovery, and ultimately discovering her purpose as an end-of-life doula.This episode is emotional, raw, compassionate, and deeply human.If you have ever struggled with:grief and lossaddiction or recoveryfaith and spiritualitycaregivingfear of deathrebuilding after heartbreakfinding purpose after pain…this conversation will stay with you long after it ends.

Does love truly transcend the veil? In this moving episode of Radio Medium, Laura Lee connects with a caller, Angie, from Texas who discovered a mysterious military trunk, leading to a profound revelation about a soul's desire to be remembered. Through a powerful psychic reading, Laura bridges the gap between worlds to deliver spirit messagesfrom a departed partner struggling with the weight of past addictions.Witness a journey of grief healing as a father offers an unexpected apology and a heartfelt "Happy Birthday" to the son he left behind. This episode provides deep spiritual guidance for anyone seeking comfort in the afterlife and validation that our loved ones never truly leave us. Tune in for an intuitive reading that proves there is always a chance for forgiveness and transformation, even from the other side.

WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone navigating sibling grief, survivor's guilt, traumatic loss, unresolved family trauma, or the lifelong emotional weight of grief after a sudden death.WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: An honest conversation about long-term grief, therapy, trauma recovery, toxic family dynamics, survivor's guilt, healing after sudden loss, and what it means to carry love and pain decades after losing someone.DESCRIPTION:Thirty years after losing her sister Regina in a tragic car accident, Lisa Spychalski returns to Grief Is Not A Dirty Word for one of the most vulnerable conversations Nick Gaylord has ever hosted. Released intentionally on the 30th anniversary of Regina's death, this episode explores the lasting impact of sibling loss, survivor's guilt, unresolved trauma, and complicated family relationships. Lisa opens up about the hidden reason she went to Florida before the accident, the emotional burden she carried for decades, and how therapy finally helped her begin reclaiming herself. Nick and Lisa discuss toxic relationships, grief anniversaries, signs from loved ones, emotional healing, and the reality that grief never truly disappears with time. Lisa also shares how keeping Regina's memory alive through stories and family connections continues to shape her life today. This is a raw, deeply human conversation about grief, guilt, healing, and learning to finally put yourself first after years of emotional pain.This episode answers: How do you cope with survivor's guilt after losing a sibling?  What does long-term grief feel like after 30 years?  Can therapy help with unresolved grief and trauma?  How do toxic family relationships affect grief recovery?  Why do grief anniversaries still hurt decades later? Key Takeaways: Long-term grief can remain emotionally intense even decades later.  Therapy can help people process unresolved trauma and grief.  Survivor's guilt often keeps people trapped in “what if” thinking.  Setting boundaries with toxic relationships can become part of healing.  Keeping a loved one's memory alive through stories helps preserve connection.Support the showGIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.griefisnotadirtyword.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefisnotadirtyword Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griefisnotadirtyword TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefisnotadirtywordYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-gaylord/

In Part 3 of our continuing conversation, Jim Ellermeyer welcomes back returning guest Joanna Lowe for an unfiltered discussion about grief, anger, trauma, survival, and the complicated reality of healing after profound loss. Joanna opens up about the experience of widowhood, the emotional isolation of grief, and the well-meaning things people say that often miss the mark. She discusses the importance of allowing yourself to fully feel emotions instead of hiding them, how friends and family supported her during suicidal ideation, and the ways grief reshaped her relationship with her daughter. The conversation also explores: How to support someone who is grieving without smothering them Why “How are you?” can feel impossible to answer Anger toward God, loved ones, and life itself Trauma, emotional honesty, and parenting through grief The balance between needing solitude and needing connection Why every person experiences grief differently Joanna also discusses her one-woman show Widow, which she is bringing to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and how storytelling can help teach people how to truly love and support those who are grieving. Joanna's work: The Occasional Epiphany by Joanna Lowe Cup A Joe Productions Facebook Subscribe to Fishing Without Bait on your favorite podcast player. Support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes: Fishing Without Bait Patreon Pick up our book: Learn to Fish Without Bait: A 365-Day Mindfulness Journal and Adult Coloring Book

In Part 3 of our continuing conversation, Jim Ellermeyer welcomes back returning guest Joanna Lowe for an unfiltered discussion about grief, anger, trauma, survival, and the complicated reality of healing after profound loss. Joanna opens up about the experience of widowhood, the emotional isolation of grief, and the well-meaning things people say that often miss the mark. She discusses the importance of allowing yourself to fully feel emotions instead of hiding them, how friends and family supported her during suicidal ideation, and the ways grief reshaped her relationship with her daughter. The conversation also explores: How to support someone who is grieving without smothering them Why “How are you?” can feel impossible to answer Anger toward God, loved ones, and life itself Trauma, emotional honesty, and parenting through grief The balance between needing solitude and needing connection Why every person experiences grief differently Joanna also discusses her one-woman show Widow, which she is bringing to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and how storytelling can help teach people how to truly love and support those who are grieving. Joanna's work: The Occasional Epiphany by Joanna Lowe Cup A Joe Productions Facebook Subscribe to Fishing Without Bait on your favorite podcast player. Support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes: Fishing Without Bait Patreon www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait Pick up our book: Learn to Fish Without Bait: A 365-Day Mindfulness Journal and Adult Coloring Book

Fluent Fiction - French: Healing with Art: A Family's Journey in Montmartre Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-05-17-22-34-01-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le soleil brillait doucement sur les rues pavées de Montmartre.En: The sun shone softly on the cobbled streets of Montmartre.Fr: L'air était doux, parfumé par les premières fleurs du printemps.En: The air was gentle, scented by the first flowers of spring.Fr: Mais dans le cœur de Lucien, le soleil avait du mal à percer.En: But in Lucien's heart, the sun struggled to break through.Fr: Artiste passionné, père dévoué, il se sentait perdu depuis la mort de sa femme.En: A passionate artist and devoted father, he felt lost since the death of his wife.Fr: Ses deux filles, Chloé et Émilie, luttaient également pour trouver leur équilibre.En: His two daughters, Chloé and Émilie, were also struggling to find their balance.Fr: Lucien marchait avec ses filles le long des rues animées, à la recherche d'un apaisement.En: Lucien walked with his daughters along the bustling streets, searching for solace.Fr: Chloé, 14 ans, traînait derrière avec son cahier de dessin sous le bras.En: Chloé, 14, lagged behind with her sketchbook under her arm.Fr: Sa passion pour la peinture lui donnait un refuge, mais elle se sentait seule dans son chagrin.En: Her passion for painting provided her a refuge, but she felt alone in her grief.Fr: Émilie, la plus jeune, sautillait gaiement de trottoir en trottoir.En: Émilie, the youngest, skipped merrily from sidewalk to sidewalk.Fr: Son énergie était sans fin, mais elle cherchait désespérément l'attention de son père.En: Her energy was endless, but she was desperately seeking her father's attention.Fr: En passant devant le Sacré-Cœur, Lucien décida qu'aujourd'hui serait consacré à sa famille.En: Passing by the Sacré-Cœur, Lucien decided that today would be dedicated to his family.Fr: Il avait pris un jour de congé, décidé à renouer les liens qui semblaient se déchirer.En: He had taken the day off, determined to mend the bonds that seemed to be unraveling.Fr: La place du Tertre, avec ses artistes et ses couleurs vivantes, était l'endroit parfait pour cela.En: The Place du Tertre, with its artists and vibrant colors, was the perfect place for this.Fr: Là, parmi les toiles et les rires, Émilie regardait émerveillée tandis que Chloé jetait des regards intéressés aux tableaux exposés.En: There, amidst the canvases and laughter, Émilie looked on in wonder while Chloé cast interested glances at the paintings on display.Fr: Lucien les fit asseoir à une table d'un café en plein air.En: Lucien sat them down at an outdoor café table.Fr: "Aujourd'hui, nous profitons de chaque instant", leur dit-il avec un sourire, bien décidé à retrouver la chaleur de leur unité.En: "Today, we enjoy every moment," he told them with a smile, resolute in his goal to rediscover the warmth of their unity.Fr: En dégustant des crêpes, une émotion vint troubler Chloé.En: While savoring crêpes, an emotion stirred within Chloé.Fr: Doucement, elle dit : "Maman me manque."En: Softly, she said, "I miss mom."Fr: Lucien, surpris, lui prit tendrement la main.En: Surprised, Lucien gently took her hand.Fr: "À moi aussi, Chloé."En: "I miss her too, Chloé."Fr: Voyant la peine dans les yeux de sa sœur, Émilie s'approcha et dit : "Papa, tu peux m'apprendre à peindre comme toi et Chloé ?"En: Seeing the pain in her sister's eyes, Émilie approached and said, "Papa, can you teach me to paint like you and Chloé?"Fr: Sa curiosité, doublée d'un besoin de se connecter, était palpable.En: Her curiosity, coupled with a need to connect, was palpable.Fr: Lucien rit, le cœur plus léger.En: Lucien laughed, feeling lighter at heart.Fr: "Bien sûr, ma chérie.En: "Of course, my dear.Fr: Nous commencerons dès ce soir."En: We'll start this evening."Fr: Il sentit que le lien qui semblait fragile se renforçait peu à peu.En: He felt the bond that seemed fragile was gradually strengthening.Fr: En rentrant chez eux à la tombée de la nuit, quelque chose avait changé.En: As they returned home at nightfall, something had changed.Fr: Il n'y avait plus cet écran de tristesse entre eux.En: The barrier of sadness between them had lifted.Fr: À la maison, Lucien installa des chevalets pour chacun.En: At home, Lucien set up easels for everyone.Fr: Ils s'adonnèrent à la peinture, laissant les couleurs exprimer leurs émotions.En: They engaged in painting, letting the colors express their emotions.Fr: Ce soir-là, sous les étoiles parisiennes, une nouvelle tradition venait de naître.En: That evening, under the Parisian stars, a new tradition was born.Fr: Chaque soir de semaine, la famille se retrouverait pour peindre ensemble, parlant, riant, guérissant peu à peu les blessures laissées par la perte.En: Every weeknight, the family would gather to paint together, talking, laughing, and gradually healing the wounds left by their loss.Fr: Lucien se sentait plus proche, plus présent pour ses filles, et une nouvelle aventure artistique et familiale commençait.En: Lucien felt closer, more present for his daughters, and a new artistic and familial adventure was beginning.Fr: À Montmartre, à la lumière des lampadaires, une nouvelle harmonie se dessinait dans le cœur de cette famille, et l'art devenait le pont entre leur peine et leur amour retrouvé.En: In Montmartre, under the glow of street lamps, a new harmony was taking shape in the heart of this family, and art became the bridge between their pain and their rediscovered love. Vocabulary Words:the sun: le soleilshone: brillaitcobbled streets: rues pavéesgentle: douxscented: parfuméthe heart: le cœurdevoted: dévouéthe death: la mortbalance: l'équilibrebustling: animéessolace: apaisethe sketchbook: le cahier de dessinrefuge: refugegrief: chagrinthe sidewalk: le trottoirthe attention: l'attentionmend: renouerbonds: les liensunraveling: se déchirerthe canvases: les toileslaughter: les rireswonder: émerveilléeglances: regardsthe café: le caféemotion stirred: émotion vint troublercuriosity: curiositépalpable: palpablelight-hearted: le cœur légereasels: chevaletsengaged: s'adonnèrent

Send us Fan MailThis is the first of a two-part episode. Check out part 2: 189 What a Death Doula Knows About Grief That Most of Us Don't (2/2) | Sierra CampbellWhat does someone who has spent more than three decades sitting with the dying actually know about grief, and what can that teach the rest of us about living?Today's guest is an elder caregiver, end-of-life doula, and founder of a leading end-of-life education platform. She began working in care at sixteen, opened her own home care services by twenty-one, and has since supported hundreds of people through the final chapter of their lives. As a two-time cancer survivor, she brings both professional expertise and lived experience to one of the most avoided conversations of our time.Chapters00:00 Welcome03:10 Sierra's life story07:10 What facing death taught me08:49 The effect of unresolved generational trauma10:09 Presence in being with the dying15:52 When the support we get is not the support we need24:11 Grief of not being able to be a mother28:18 What do people grieve most at the end of their life31:05 Families who are not prepared for a loved one's death34:17 Anticipatory grief34:48 Being prepared for someone dying40:51 Being present when people dieWhether you are grieving a loss, supporting someone who is, or simply carrying an unspoken awareness that you are not prepared for what lies ahead, this conversation offers grounding, clarity, and practical perspective.About our guestAn experienced elder caregiver and end-of-life doula, Sierra Campbell is the founder of Choose Nurture. With more than three decades of experience in the field, Sierra is a leading voice in end-of-life reform. She combines her professional background with her personal journey as a cancer survivor to educate and support ageing adults and their loved ones.choosenurture.com IG: choosenurtureTED talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sLENQbRSlsResources mentionedBook - Stephen Levine: One Year to LiveIf this episode was useful to you, please take a moment to leave a five-star review. It helps this podcast reach the people who need it most.Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis is the second of a two-part episode. Check out part 1: 188 What a Death Doula Knows About Grief That Most of Us Don't (1/2) | Sierra CampbellWhat does someone who has spent more than three decades sitting with the dying actually know about grief, and what can that teach the rest of us about living?Today's guest is an elder caregiver, end-of-life doula, and founder of a leading end-of-life education platform. She began working in care at sixteen, opened her own home care services by twenty-one, and has since supported hundreds of people through the final chapter of their lives. As a two-time cancer survivor, she brings both professional expertise and lived experience to one of the most avoided conversations of our time.In this episode, we coverWhat the dying most commonly grieve about their lives, What unprepared families carry long after a loved one is gone, What accumulates in the body of a caregiver who witnesses death repeatedly, and Why talking about death is, in her words, talking about life.Chapters00:00 Welcome00:49Second part episode02:49 Death is a great teacher03:44 Letting go or continuous bonds?08:44 Your wishes for your death012:51 How not to fix, save or heal017:48 Medical-assisted death05:32 Secondary gains in grief0Teaching Death Doulas - What surprises them the most?Whether you are grieving a loss, supporting someone who is, or simply carrying an unspoken awareness that you are not prepared for what lies ahead, this conversation offers grounding, clarity, and practical perspective.About our guestAn experienced elder caregiver and end-of-life doula, Sierra Campbell is the founder of Choose Nurture. With more than three decades of experience in the field, Sierra is a leading voice in end-of-life reform. She combines her professional background with her personal journey as a cancer survivor to educate and support ageing adults and their loved ones.choosenurture.com IG: choosenurtureTED talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sLENQbRSlsIf this episode was useful to you, please take a moment to leave a five-star review. It helps thSupport the show

Have you lost a child to the fentanyl crisis and now find yourself raising a grandchild while navigating profound grief, financial upheaval, and relentless societal judgment? Are you searching for understanding, practical support, and a community that truly sees the struggles and resilience of grandparents in kinship care? You're not alone.I'm Laura Brazan, host of 'Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity.' In this episode, we sit down with guest Laurel Exner, a grandmother who survived the unimaginable loss of not one, but two children to fentanyl overdoses. Laurel shares her raw, inspiring journey—how she and her husband built a sanctuary for their traumatized grandson, managed the crushing administrative and financial weight of kinship care, and learned to overcome the shame and isolation that so many of us feel.If you're yearning for practical resources, emotional healing, or simply a sense of community and hope, this podcast brings together real stories from grandparents who are living it, expert insights on trauma and childhood grief, and strategies to help you protect both your home and your heart. Tune in and join a supportive movement 2.7 million strong. You don't have to walk this path alone—together, we will nurture, survive, and thrive.Send us Fan MailJolene Thiessen has been with us since the beginning of our podcast. She wrote in to thank us for our 100th episode! She looked for help online and found us- the only podcast that came up when she searched for help. I live to help these children have better lives and to be sure that all our pain doesn't go to waste for you grandparents and kinship caregivers out there! I love hearing your stories and comments. Keep sharing! Your stories make a difference. In this special pre-roll segment, I'm sharing a moving letter from a member of our community, Laurel. Her story of loss, resilience, and raising her grandson after the unthinkable is a raw reminder that none of us are walking this path alone.We want to hear from you. If Laurel's story resonates with you, or if you have a journey of your own to share, join our private community. Your story might be the exact lifeline someone else needs to hear today. Thank you for tuning into today's episode. It's been a journey of shared stories, insights, and invaluable advice from the heart of a community that knows the beauty and challenges of raising grandchildren. Your presence and engagement mean the world to us and to grandparents everywhere stepping up in ways they never imagined.Remember, you're not alone on this journey. For more resources, support, and stories, visit our website and follow us on our social media channels. If today's episode moved you, consider sharing it with someone who might find comfort and connection in our shared experiences.We look forward to bringing more stories and expert advice your way next week. Until then, take care of yourselves and each other.Want to be a guest on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity? Send Laura Brazan a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/grgLiked this episode? Share it and tag us on Facebook @GrandparentsRaisingGrandchilden Love the show? Leave a review and let us know!CONNECT WITH US: Website | Facebook 

WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: People navigating suicide loss, childhood grief, traumatic loss, complicated grief, mental health struggles, depression, anxiety and anyone trying to better understand the long-term impact of losing a parent or loved one to suicide.WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: An honest conversation about grief, suicide stigma, mental health awareness, childhood trauma, healing after loss and how vulnerability and open conversations can help people feel less isolated in their grief journey.DESCRIPTION:In this deeply emotional episode of Grief Is Not A Dirty Word, host Nick Gaylord sits down with author, mental health advocate and suicide loss survivor Lisa Sugarman for a powerful conversation about grief, trauma and the lifelong impact of losing a parent to suicide. Lisa shares the heartbreaking story of losing her father at just 10 years old, believing for 35 years that he died of a heart attack before learning the truth about his suicide later in life. Together, Nick and Lisa explore childhood grief, mental health stigma, suicide loss, survivor guilt, depression and the silence that so often surrounds traumatic loss. Lisa opens up about how that revelation reshaped her understanding of grief, mental illness and her father himself. The conversation also highlights the importance of vulnerability, emotional honesty and creating safe spaces for people to talk openly about grief and mental health. Lisa discusses her work with The Trevor Project, her platform The Help Hub and her podcast The Survivors Podcast, all focused on supporting people through trauma, crisis and loss. This episode is a raw and compassionate reminder that grief does not disappear when ignored and that nobody should have to suffer in silence. This episode answers: How does losing a parent to suicide affect a child later in life?  What happens when you discover the truth about a loved one's suicide decades later?  How can people better support someone grieving a suicide loss?  Why is suicide still so stigmatized in grief conversations?  What are the long-term mental health effects of unresolved grief and trauma? Key Takeaways: Silence and avoidance can deepen grief and emotional isolation.  Suicide loss survivors often carry complex layers of grief, anger, guilt and confusion.  Honest conversations about mental health and grief create safer spaces for healing.  Vulnerability helps normalize difficult conversations around suicide and depression.  Grief cannot simply be ignored or “gotten over” without emotional consequences.Go to Lisa's EPISODE page on www.griefisnotadirtyword.com for all of her links.Support the showGIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.griefisnotadirtyword.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefisnotadirtyword Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griefisnotadirtyword TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefisnotadirtywordYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-gaylord/

In Part 2 of our conversation with Joanna Lowe, we move into a deeply personal and profound discussion about grief, trauma, and what it means to rebuild a life after devastating loss. Joanna shares the story of losing her husband just months after their marriage—a loss that didn't just take a partner, but reshaped her entire world. She opens up about experiencing prolonged grief disorder, losing years of her life to trauma, and the physical, emotional, and neurological effects that followed. This conversation explores: The reality of grief beyond what society expects How trauma impacts the body and mind The loss of identity, faith, and emotional connection Why “I know how you feel” can be harmful The importance of sitting with pain instead of trying to fix it This is not a conversation about “moving on.” It's about learning to exist again. Beyond her personal journey, Joanna continues to create across multiple platforms:

In this deeply reflective Mother's Day episode of The Estranged Heart podcast, Kreed explores motherhood not simply as a role, but as an evolving identity - one that changes across the lifespan in ways many women are never emotionally prepared for. From the intensity of early caregiving to the shifting terrain of adolescence, adult independence, estrangement, reconciliation, and everything in between, this conversation examines the often invisible grief that emerges when motherhood changes shape.Together, we explore the emotional complexity of developmental separation, ambiguous relational grief, the hidden challenges of reconciliation, and the ways identity disruption can quietly shape maternal behavior. Most importantly, this episode invites a deeper question: If motherhood is meant to evolve, what does it mean to remain connected to yourself as the role changes?This is a conversation about grief, identity, emotional maturity, and the woman who continues becoming beneath every version of mother she has ever been.Key TakeawaysMotherhood is not a single transformation; it is a lifelong identity evolution.Grief can emerge not only from estrangement, but from healthy developmental transitions and changing family roles.Emotional pain does not automatically make our interpretations accurate or our behaviors relationally helpful.Reconciliation does not always restore emotional ease, certainty, or maternal confidence.Becoming more fully yourself is not abandoning motherhood - it may be one of its most mature invitations.Chapters00:00 The Complexity of Mother's Day06:50 The Evolution of Motherhood10:01 The Invisible Labor of Motherhood12:43 Navigating Developmental Changes16:10 The Emotional Landscape of Estrangement18:53 Reconciliation and Its Challenges22:03 The Impact of Uncertainty24:51 Grief and Its Many Forms27:49 The Journey of Self-Discovery30:46 Finding Balance in Motherhood33:47 The Invitation to Evolve37:09 Grief Support and Moving ForwardResources & SupportFacebook Support Group (facilitated by Kreed) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroupOne-on-One ServicesPrivate coachingConsultingMediation servicesConnect with Kreed:Website: theestrangedheart.comEmail: hello@theestrangedheart.comSupport the work: Buy Me a Coffee (donation platform)Disclaimer: Kreed Revere is not a licensed therapist. Nothing in this podcast should be considered or taken as therapy. If you need therapeutic support, please seek out a therapist near you.

If you've been wishing for grief support but assumed coaching was out of reach financially, this message is for you. Mom Goes On offers needs-based scholarships so widows can access the coaching, tools, and community they need to rebuild life after loss. Inside Mom Goes On, you'll find live coaching, practical grief tools, emotional support, and a community of widows who understand exactly what you're going through. If money has been holding you back, don't count yourself out. To apply, click on the Work with Me tab on my website and apply for Mom Goes On. When you complete the application, check the box that says you're interested in the scholarship: https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/#work-with-me

In honour of Mental Health Awareness Month, we're revisiting some powerful insights from IN-Q on the connection between creativity, expression, and mental wellness. Welcome to this week's ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed. If you've been struggling with anxiety, burnout, loneliness, or emotional overwhelm, this conversation explores how creative expression, vulnerability, and storytelling can become powerful tools for healing and resilience. We talk about the deeper causes behind the current mental health crisis, and a new, realistic perspective on happiness and fulfillment.  IN-Q is an Emmy-nominated poet, multi-platinum songwriter, world renowned keynote speaker, best-selling author of Inquire Within and The Never Ending Now Poetry journal. IN-Q has written songs with artists like Selena Gomez, Miley Cyrus and Mike Posner, and he was named to Oprah's SuperSoul 100 list of the world's most influential thought leaders. He hosts writing workshops around the world, and works with brands like Nike, Spotify, Google and Lululemon to help their teams tell their stories and find their authentic voice. Follow IN-Q on Instagram and his website in-q.com. Get IN-Q's book Inquire Within and The Never Ending Now Poetry Journal.  Listen to our full episode here!  Tune in every Monday for an expert dose of life advice in under 10 minutes. Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

What if the words we speak to ourselves and others influence our lives more than we realize? Would you change your language? Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Judy Goodman, CPC, CSRC, CRC as we explore the power of our words and how conscious language can heal, connect, and transform our lives. Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET 1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! Listen live at: https://www.kmet1490am.com/Internationally recognized, Judy Goodman may possibly be one of the most gifted teachers, and motivational speakers today.  She is an Author, Certified Professional Coach, Certified Relationship Counselor, Addiction Recovery Coach, Motivational Speaker, works in Grief Support, and is a Hypnotherapist.  Her award-winning audiobook, Journey… the Quest of the Soul,  has been downloaded in 23 countries.  She was born with a gift of seeing beyond the ordinary view of most people; Judy works and teaches 'beyond conventional wisdom.' Her access to the workings of the physical world and 'the other side' is absolutely amazing. She works and teaches without the limits usually associated with the most talented.  A 'go-to person' for many people!   She may be without peer in her experience of the events and workings of the physical and spiritual realms. This extraordinary combination of gifts is very unique.  https://judygoodman.com/To learn more about the show and interview opportunities contact us at: https://www.mariannepestana.com 

In this best of presentation, Kris Kington Barker talks with Jamie Metzger, Director of Grief Support and Education for Hospice SLO County. Loss, especially the death of a loved one, is among life's greatest stressors. It can affect us in physical, cognitive, emotional, behavioral, social, spiritual, and practical ways. Kris and Jamie will discuss different types of grief, researcher findings that can be helpful to people who are grieving, and tips for how to provide support for the bereaved.Hear the conversation Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX

WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone navigating grief tied to identity loss, fractured relationships, or societal division.WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: A powerful perspective on grief, uncertainty, and emotional conflict beyond death.DESCRIPTION:This episode of Grief Is Not A Dirty Word explores a different kind of grief—one rooted in division, identity loss, and uncertainty. Nick Gaylord sits down with Mark Davis to unpack how grief shows up when trust erodes, relationships fracture, and the world feels unstable. Together, they examine the emotional toll of speaking up, the personal cost of conflict, and the grief that comes from losing a sense of safety and belonging. Mark shares his journey from a middle-class upbringing to stepping into a public role, revealing how loss shaped his perspective long before politics entered the picture. This conversation goes beyond headlines, focusing instead on human experience, emotional resilience, and the unseen grief many people carry today. It's a raw look at what happens when personal values collide with the world around you. If you've felt disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure of where you stand, this episode will resonate deeply.This episode answers: Why does political division feel like grief and emotional loss?  How do you handle losing relationships over beliefs or values?  What are people grieving right now beyond death and loss?  How do you speak up when it costs you personally and emotionally?  Can a divided society heal from identity loss and fractured trust? Key Takeaways: Grief isn't limited to death—it includes loss of identity, trust, and stability  Division creates emotional distance that mirrors personal grief  Speaking up often comes with real personal and relational consequences  Financial stress and uncertainty are major sources of modern grief  Healing begins with recognizing shared humanity beneath disagreementSupport the showGIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.griefisnotadirtyword.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefisnotadirtyword Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griefisnotadirtyword TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefisnotadirtywordYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-gaylord/

What if the grandmother who raised you never truly left? In this deeply moving episode of Radio Medium Laura Lee, Penelope calls in all the way from South Africa and her beloved granny shows up immediately from the other side. From herbal healing traditions to a confirmation of Penelope's own intuitive gifts, this spirit message is one you won't forget. Laura Lee connects Penelope with her grandmother's spirit in a live psychic medium reading that touches on inherited healing abilities, the courage to relocate and start over, and the truth that we already know what our souls need — we just need confirmation. Whether you're grieving a loved one, searching for spiritual guidance, or curious about what lies beyond, this episode will leave you feeling seen, held, and inspired to trust your own intuition.

If you died tomorrow, would your children be grieving you… or cleaning up chaos?It's a hard question—but an important one.In this episode of the You Are Dope Podcast, we talk about the conversations many families avoid until it's too late. From wills and life insurance to passwords, debt, funeral wishes, and unresolved family tension, too many children are left to sort through confusion while trying to mourn.We break down the key questions kids should ask their parents now—and the things parents should handle now so their children don't have to carry unnecessary stress later.This episode is about love, responsibility, preparation, and leaving peace instead of problems.We also discuss: where important documents should be kept  final wishes and funeral planning  family communication after death  emotional closure and things left unsaid  how to protect your children from chaos later 

WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Grieving parents, anyone navigating child loss, and those supporting someone through deep grief and trauma.WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Honest insight into grief processing, how to show up for someone in loss, and how to break the silence around death and healing.DESCRIPTION:In this powerful episode, Nick Gaylord sits down with Kelly Edmondson to explore the unimaginable grief of losing her son, Darius, to sudden unexplained death in epilepsy (SUDEP). Kelly shares the raw reality of child loss, the shock of sudden death, and the emotional aftermath that reshapes identity and life itself. Together, they unpack why silence around grief is more damaging than grief itself and how honest conversation creates space for healing. Kelly opens up about the importance of speaking directly about death, the role of support systems, and what grieving people truly need. The conversation also dives into societal discomfort around loss, the failure of traditional bereavement norms, and the long-term impact of unprocessed grief. Nick guides the discussion with empathy and clarity, reinforcing the mission of Grief Is Not A Dirty Word. This episode is both a tribute to Darius and a roadmap for navigating grief with honesty, connection, and courage.This episode answers: How do you cope with the sudden loss of a child?  What should you say to someone who is grieving a major loss?  Why is silence harmful in the grieving process?  How can you support someone dealing with child loss and trauma?  What does healthy grief processing actually look like over time? Key Takeaways: Grief is not the problem—silence is what isolates and damages healing.  Saying the words “dead” and “died” helps process reality, not avoid it.  Support matters more than perfection—showing up is everything.  Unprocessed grief can manifest as physical, emotional, and mental health issues.  There is no timeline for grief, and traditional expectations often fail grieving people.Website / Businesshttps://thetimelypresence.com https://www.thememorybox.coLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-edmondsonInstagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/the.kellyedmondsonInstagram (Business): https://www.instagram.com/thetimelypresenceFacebook (Business): https://www.facebook.com/TimelyPresenceSupport the showGIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.griefisnotadirtyword.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefisnotadirtyword Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griefisnotadirtyword TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefisnotadirtywordYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-gaylord/

184 Hospice Explained: Lisa Snyder on Legal Psilocybin Facilitation, Grief Support, and Designing End-of-Life Conversations Host Marie Betcher, a registered nurse and former hospice nurse, interviews Lisa Snyder, a state-licensed psilocybin facilitator in Oregon and member of the Portland Grief House Death Collective. Lisa shares how losing both parents to cancer led her to found the Losing Your Parents online community and to support others through grief, trauma, and life transitions. She explains why guided psilocybin "journeys" emphasize preparation, trust, and "set and setting," and discusses potential benefits for PTSD, depression, anxiety, and end-of-life anxiety, while noting legal-model limitations and timing considerations for terminally ill clients. Lisa describes death doula training, the importance of normalizing truthful end-of-life planning conversations, and balancing a dying person's wishes with survivors' needs. She outlines Oregon's medical screening process and key contraindications, and provides her website and email for inquiries. 00:00 Welcome and Disclaimer 00:29 Meet Host and Guest 02:36 Lisa's Story and Work 03:36 Who Psilocybin Helps 04:14 Journey vs Trip and Facilitation 05:28 Set and Setting Explained 07:02 Psilocybin at End of Life 09:58 Designing Your Death 14:51 Lisa's Parents and Hospice Memories 17:30 Why Death Doula Training 21:34 Cannabis and Other Supports 23:18 Siblings and Shared Grief 25:49 Starting the Death Conversation 27:37 Advocacy and Family Dynamics 29:49 Funerals Are for the Living 33:09 How to Reach Lisa 33:57 Medical Screening and Safety 37:02 Death With Dignity and Closing lisa@liberadiate.com https://liberadiate.com/   If you want to help, you can donate to help support Hospice Explained at the Buy me a Coffee link   https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice  Hospice Explained Affiliates & Contact Information Buying from these Affilite links will help support this Podcast.  Maire introduces a partnership with Suzanne Mayer RN inventor of the  cloud9caresystem.com,  When patients remain in the same position for extended periods, they are at high risk of developing pressure injuries, commonly known as bedsores. One of the biggest challenges caregivers face is the tendency for pillows and repositioning inserts to easily dislodge during care.(Suzanne is a former guest on Episode #119) When you order with Cloud 9 care system, please tell them you heard about them from Hospice Explained.(Thank You) Marie's Contact Marie@HospiceExplained.com www.HospiceExplained.com   Finding a Hospice Agency 1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency, 2. choose Find provider 3. Choose Hospice 4. then add your zip code This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.

Most providers interrupt their patients within 18 seconds. What if the next few minutes of silence could tell you more than the next hour of testing? In Part 2 of the Your Health Values Series, Jamie  sits down again with members of the Your Health Experience Team — Rebecca, Jennifer, Whitney,  and Carlos — to go beneath the surface of "patient-centered care" and look at what empathy really demands in the pressured, everyday moments of healthcare. This isn't a conversation about being nice. It's a conversation about seeing people — patients, families, and colleagues — for everything they're carrying, even when they're hiding it behind a smile. In this episode: Why empathy is officially non-negotiable at Your Health — and what that looks like in practice The difference between emotional empathy and "empathetic sternness" (and why both save lives) How to recognize when a patient or colleague is carrying something deeper than their symptoms The real threat of empathy fatigue — and how to keep giving without burning out The two "holy times" in healthcare where empathy matters most What patients actually say when they feel truly seen If you've ever wondered whether the extra 60 seconds is worth it, this episode will show you why it's everything. Press play — and then try it on your very next interaction. www.YourHealth.Org

In this episode of The Broken Pack: Stories of Sibling Loss, Dr. Dean talks with Dr. Valerie Lentine, a surviving sibling and physical therapist. Valerie's only sibling, her younger brother, Andy, died suddenly in 2022 at 22 years old. Three years in, Valerie opens up about what it has meant to walk through sudden loss, the identity shift she captures in her own words when she describes feeling like "half of myself," and what it takes to keep Andy close. In this episode you will:Hear Valerie describe who Andy was, the ordinary morning that changed everything, and what a surviving sibling carries out of a hospital. Learn why a surviving sibling who is also an only sibling faces a specific kind of grief, and why sibling grief so often ends up at the bottom of the grief hierarchy. Be inspired by how a surviving sibling carries her brother forward, and hear her name a long-term fear many surviving siblings know but rarely say out loud.Content Warning: This episode discusses sudden traumatic loss, traumatic brain injury, and the withdrawal of life support.Connect with Valerie Lentine:Instagram: @val_lentine (https://www.instagram.com/val_lentine) TikTok: @valerielentine22 (https://www.tiktok.com/@valerielentine22)Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you would like more information or to share your own sibling loss story, please contact Dr. Angela Dean at contact@thebrokenpack.com or go to our website, thebrokenpack.com. Please like, subscribe, and share! Please follow us on social media:Facebook:  @BrokenPackInstagram:  @thebrokenpack TikTok: @the_broken_packYouTube: @thebrokenpackSign-up for Wild Grief, our newsletter: https://thebrokenpack.substack.com/ Thank you!Angela M. Dean, PsyD, FT, GTMRCredits:The Broken Pack: Stories of Sibling Loss  is produced by Not Done Here Media"If Tomorrow Starts Without Me" © ℗ 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026     Performed by Fuji Sounds (feat. Joe Mylward)      Written by Joe Mylward and Brian Dean     Licensed for use to The Broken PackNow available on all streaming platforms including Apple Music & Spotify: ...

WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone navigating sudden loss, widow grief, or traumatic death without closureWHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Real insight into grief processing, trauma recovery, and rebuilding life after lossDESCRIPTION: Nick Gaylord sits down with Lynn Stone for a deeply personal conversation about sudden loss, widow grief, and life after unexpected death. Lynn shares the moment everything changed when her husband Brian passed away overnight, and the shock, trauma, and grief that followed. Together, they unpack the realities of grief fog, parenting through loss, and the emotional aftermath that doesn't end after the funeral. The conversation explores how people respond to grief, what helps, what hurts, and why most of us get it wrong. Lynn also opens up about PTSD, dating after loss, and the unexpected challenges that come with rebuilding life. Nick and Lynn challenge common grief clichés and offer real, practical ways to support someone in mourning. The episode closes with Lynn's mission to help others prepare for death through planning, conversation, and awareness.This episode answers: What happens emotionally after sudden, unexpected loss of a spouse?  How do you cope with widow grief and trauma after sudden death?  What should you say or not say to someone who is grieving?  How do you help children process grief after losing a parent?  Why is death planning important and how do you start? Key Takeaways: Sudden loss creates trauma that extends far beyond the moment of death  Grief doesn't end after the funeral, it evolves over time  Most people unintentionally say the wrong things to those grieving  Consistent support after the first few weeks matters most  Planning for death reduces chaos and emotional burden for loved onesCONTACT LYNN:Website:  www.authorlynnbstone.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/authorlynnbstoneInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorlynnbstone/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authorlynnbstone/BOOK:‘Til Death Do Us Part: A Practical Guide to Preparing for the Inevitable:  https://a.co/d/9dSBzjRPRODUCTS:Single Point of Failure Vulnerability Risk Assessment (FREE): https://forms.gle/z7KLWkugrKK4hJPb9Resistant Conversation Toolkit: www.authorlynnbstone.com/storePODCAST:The Flip Side of DeathSupport the showGIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.griefisnotadirtyword.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefisnotadirtyword Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griefisnotadirtyword TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefisnotadirtywordYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-gaylord/

You finally feel like you can breathe again… like maybe, just maybe, something inside you is shifting. And then you come home from the grief retreat, back into the quiet, back into your life. And that sense of peace you felt just days ago doesn't stay the way you hoped it would. If you've ever wondered why those moments don't seem to last… you're not alone. In this episode, we're going to uncover what's really happening in those moments—why support feels so powerful in the room, why it changes when you leave, and what it actually looks like to begin carrying that steadiness into your everyday life. Inside this conversation, you'll discover…

WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone navigating grief, addiction recovery, trauma, or struggling with identity and self-worth.WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: A powerful, honest look at grief, sobriety, healing, and what it takes to rebuild your life.DESCRIPTION: In this deeply personal episode, Nick Gaylord sits down with Faith C to explore the intersection of grief, addiction, trauma, and recovery. Faith shares her journey through alcoholism, emotional sobriety, and the long process of rebuilding identity and self-worth. Together, they unpack the hidden grief behind addiction, including loss of self, connection, and trust. Faith opens up about childhood emotional abuse, food addiction, and the pressure of perfectionism. This conversation goes beyond sobriety and into the ongoing work of healing and self-acceptance. Nick guides the discussion with depth and clarity, creating space for real, human moments. This episode is a powerful reminder that recovery is not about perfection, but about staying present and continuing the work. If you are navigating grief, trauma, or addiction, this conversation will meet you where you are.This episode answers: What does grief look like in addiction recovery?  Can you heal trauma and addiction at the same time?  Why do people in recovery still struggle with identity and self-worth?  How does childhood trauma impact addiction and grief later in life?  What actually changes after getting sober and what doesn't? Key Takeaways: Sobriety removes the substance, but healing the underlying grief takes ongoing work  Addiction is often rooted in a deep need for connection and validation  Emotional sobriety is just as important as physical sobriety  Trauma and grief can resurface in recovery and require intentional healing  Self-worth grows through honesty, connection, and consistent inner workSupport the showGIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.griefisnotadirtyword.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefisnotadirtyword Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griefisnotadirtyword TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefisnotadirtywordYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-gaylord/

182 The Timely Presence: Year-Long Grief Support and Showing Up After Loss Host Marie Betcher, a registered nurse and former hospice nurse, interviews Kelly Edmondson, RN, a bereaved mother and certified grief counselor who founded The Timely Presence, a year-long grief support service. Kelly shares formative experiences with death in trauma ICU, including an 18-year-old dying on Christmas as his family arrived, and later the death of her son Darius in 2023, which led her to focus on supporting people through milestone days. She explains how The Timely Presence provides one-time-purchase collections tailored to relationships (parent/child, spouses/partners, infant pregnancy loss, and other close relationships), delivering 3–6 heirloom-quality personalized gifts over a year, ending on the loss anniversary, with reminders to the gift giver. Kelly discusses practical gift examples, expanding interest in pet loss, and guidance for supporting grieving people: say the loved one's name, listen without trying to fix grief, avoid comparisons, and recognize grief has no timeline. 00:00 Welcome and Disclaimer 00:44 Meet Kelly Edmondson RN 02:15 Christmas ICU Turning Point 05:18 The Call That Changed Everything 07:27 Mother's Day and Finding Purpose 10:37 Building The Timely Presence 15:07 How the Service Works 17:28 What's Inside the Gifts 21:08 Grief Counseling and Pet Loss 23:58 Say Their Name and Remember 30:29 What to Say to Grievers 34:14 Where to Find Timely Presence 35:52 Closing Thanks and Subscribe https://thetimelypresence.com/shop/   If you want to help, you can donate to help support Hospice Explained at the Buy me a Coffee link   https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice  Hospice Explained Affiliates & Contact Information Buying from these Affilite links will help support this Podcast.  Maire introduces a partnership with Suzanne Mayer RN inventor of the  cloud9caresystem.com,  When patients remain in the same position for extended periods, they are at high risk of developing pressure injuries, commonly known as bedsores. One of the biggest challenges caregivers face is the tendency for pillows and repositioning inserts to easily dislodge during care.(Suzanne is a former guest on Episode #119) When you order with Cloud 9 care system, please tell them you heard about them from Hospice Explained.(Thank You) Marie's Contact Marie@HospiceExplained.com www.HospiceExplained.com   Finding a Hospice Agency 1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency, 2. choose Find provider 3. Choose Hospice 4. then add your zip code This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.

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Join my “Who am I supposed to be now?” Masterclass with Archangel Gabrielle Friday, Feb 27 (donation-based). Zoom, or in-person in Wheaton with lunch, and get clear on who God needs you to be now and in this next chapter. REGISTER TODAY: https://www.angelwellnesscenter.com/who-am-i-supposed-to-be-now TODAY'S EPISODE: Beautiful soul, this is a powerful live coaching moment inside Rewrite Your Story. Kelsey shares how her grandmother continues to guide her through dreams, and how stepping into spiritual gifts can bring up the most common block for empaths: lack of confidence and the fear of “am I making this up?” Julie shows how confidence is built through training, practice, and learning to read energy without absorbing it. You will learn why oneness is the new way of healing, how to hold a higher vibration without taking on other people's pain, and how to rewrite the story that questions your intuition. You are not going crazy. You are learning to trust what God already placed within you. Short Episode Chapters (00:00) Kelsey shares her rewritten story and connection to angels (02:45) The real block: confidence, comparison, and feeling “not enough” (04:15) Why energy training builds clarity and confidence (06:10) Empaths and energy: learning to read without absorbing (09:45) Creating stillness to reconnect with your own energy (11:05) Oneness consciousness and the new way of healing (12:50) Playing offense: holding a future vision without knowing the how (14:20) Practice opportunities and how sessions build validation (17:55) Rewriting the healer story: “Am I making this up?” (19:30) Closing encouragement and next steps Work with Julie and Your Angels Book a session: theangelmedium.com Angel Membership: theangelmedium.com/angelmembership Angel Reiki School Certification: theangelmedium.com/get-certified Rewrite Your Story, Empath, Empath Healing, Confidence, Self Trust, Intuition, Angel Messages, Angel Signs, Oneness, Oneness Consciousness, Energy Healing, Energy Reading, Spiritual Gifts, Mediumship, Spirit Guides, Divine Guidance, Healing Journey, Nervous System, Emotional Overload, Boundaries, Clearing Energy, Grief Support, Trauma Healing, Spiritual Awakening, Soul Purpose, Co-Creation, Faith, God's Guidance, Angel Reiki School, Angel Membership, Pray and Be Wealthy, Spiritual Growth, Inner Peace, Alignment, Miracles, Authentic Purpose