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Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeToday's guest on the How to Deal with Grief and Trauma podcast is Dr. Richard Blake. Richard and I first met as colleagues during a year-long holistic counselling course. Over the months, we not only connected through the rich and layered material being taught, but also on a more personal level. What immediately stood out to me was Richard's thoughtful, inquisitive nature—his ability to question what many simply accept as truth, and his willingness to dig deeper into the human experience. I've always appreciated the way he sees the world, with both curiosity and compassion. His perspective brings depth and nuance to conversations around healing, and I'm grateful to have him here today to share his insights into grief, trauma, and the transformative potential of truly being with what is.About this week's guestDr. Richard Blake holds a PhD in Transpersonal Psychology and was the lead investigator on the largest randomised controlled trial ever conducted on Conscious Connected Breathwork. He specialises in using altered states of consciousness—including breathwork, nature immersion, plant medicine, and ketogenic nutrition—as tools for deep trauma healing and nervous system regulation. A passionate advocate for evolving the field of mental health, Dr. Blake believes in moving beyond relying solely on medication and talk therapy to embrace holistic, somatic, and biohacking-based approaches. His work is grounded in both rigorous scientific research and personal experience.As the co-host of the RUNGA Radio podcast, he also emphasises the critical role of intentional community in healing and personal transformation.IG: @the_breath_geekWebsite: www.runga.coGlobal Professional Breathwork Alliance: https://breathworkalliance.com/Support the showFind support: Offers - free and paid Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a text+++ Check out the new Podcast with Tori Press: What the Mental Health?! https://bit.ly/PodWTMH +++HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich.Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeIn this special celebration episode, host Nathalie Himmelrich pauses to honour a heartfelt milestone: three years of How to Deal with Grief and Trauma, featuring over 100 powerful episodes and more than 60,000 downloads from listeners around the world.From humble beginnings to a global community, Nathalie reflects on the podcast's journey, the deeply personal stories shared by guests, the healing ripple effects, and her profound gratitude to everyone who has walked this path alongside her.This is more than a milestone—it's a love letter to every listener, every guest, and every grieving heart that's found resonance and connection in these conversations.Whether you've been here from the start or just discovered the show, this episode is an invitation to pause, breathe, and remember: you are not alone.In this episode, Nathalie shares:The origin story of the podcast and its missionReflections on the most powerful moments and voices sharedThe impact of the podcast on clients, guests, and the broader communityMessages of thanks to listeners, supporters, and fellow travellersHer hopes and vision for the future of the showSupport the showFind support: Offers - free and paid Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a text+++ Check out the new Podcast with Tori Press: What the Mental Health?! https://bit.ly/PodWTMH +++HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeToday's guest on the podcast is Theresa Bruno. As the podcast continues to grow, I often receive guest suggestions, but Theresa stood out. It was her presence and authenticity on her Soul Talk podcast that truly sparked my interest. There was something about the way she held space for difficult conversations that resonated deeply with me. Theresa brings a grounded, soulful approach to grief, healing, and transformation—one that blends vulnerability with strength. I know her voice and story will touch many of you listening.About this week's guestTheresa Bruno is an author, speaker, coach, and the host of The Soul Talks Podcast.  A trained classical pianist and accomplished entrepreneur, she previously led a successful marketing firm and founded Jordan Alexander Jewelry, a high-end jewelry brand with a devoted celebrity following. Her designs have adorned icons such as Oprah, Julia Roberts, Jennifer Hudson, Pink, and Michelle Obama, who named her one of her favourite designers.When Theresa lost her husband to suicide, the loss reshaped her perspective on success, resilience, and what it truly means to rebuild. She found herself navigating survival, grappling with grief, searching for meaning, and ultimately discovering a deeper purpose. Now, Theresa is dedicated to helping others find their way through loss and transformation. Through her writing, speaking, and coaching, she offers a compassionate, real-world approach to healing and reinvention. She is a regular guest on television, radio, and podcasts and is the author of the book, He's Not Coming Back: Rewriting Life After Loss—A Path to Healing.Website: www.soultalkswiththeresa.comYouTube: www.youtube.com/@SoulTalkswithTheresaIGSupport the showFind support: Offers - free and paid Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a text+++ Check out the new Podcast with Tori Press: What the Mental Health?! https://bit.ly/PodWTMH +++HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeToday's guest on the How to Deal with Grief and Trauma podcast is Colin Campbell. I first heard about Colin through a former guest who was deeply moved by an article he had written. Her words piqued my curiosity, and when I finally read Colin's piece, I immediately understood why—it was powerful, honest, and deeply human. We later crossed paths through mutual colleagues, and it became clear that we shared not just a passion for helping others navigate grief, but also the personal experience of child loss. That shared bond drew me to connect with him more personally, and I knew I wanted to invite him onto the podcast. Colin brings a heartfelt and courageous voice to conversations around grief, and I'm honoured to have him here today to share his story, insights, and the wisdom he's gained on his journey through unimaginable loss.About this week's guestColin Campbell is a writer and director for theatre and film. He was nominated for an Academy Award for Seraglio, a short film he wrote and directed with his lovely and talented wife, Gail Lerner. He has taught Theatre and/or Filmmaking at Chapman University, Loyola Marymount University, Cal Poly Pomona University, and to incarcerated youth. His book, Finding the Words: Working Through Profound Loss with Hope and Purpose, was published by Penguin Random House in 2023. He wrote and performs, Grief: A One Man ShitShow which premiered at the Hollywood Fringe Festival and ran for a month at New York's Theatre Row. His writing has appeared in The Atlantic, The Los Angeles Times, and ModernLoss.com. Most recently, he was a keynote speaker at The Compassionate Friends' National Conference.Website: colincampbellauthor.comIG: @colincampbellwriter Support the showFind support: Offers - free and paid Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a text+++ Check out the new Podcast with Tori Press: What the Mental Health?! https://bit.ly/PodWTMH +++HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich.Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.____________________________________________________________________________Have you ever noticed how grief reshapes your entire social landscape? Some friends rush in while others quietly slip away, and sometimes the most unexpected people become your anchors through the storm.This deeply human exploration of friendship during grief introduces us to the powerful metaphor of "firefighters" and "builders." Firefighters are those who show up immediately during a crisis with urgency and dedication. They bring meals, stay up with you through sleepless nights, and hold space while you fall apart. Builders arrive later, bringing tools, patience and steady presence to help reconstruct your world when the initial flames have died down.What's particularly illuminating is recognising that few people serve effectively in both roles. This understanding helps release unrealistic expectations of our support network while appreciating the unique contributions different friends make to our healing. We explore the unexpected connections formed through shared grief—relationships that transcend small talk and connect soul to soul. These profound bonds often form quickly with people we might never have met otherwise.We also delve into the painful secondary losses when friends disappear after trauma, the complex grief of mourning relationships with people still living, and the concept of "shelving" friendships—temporarily pausing rather than permanently ending them. The most valuable companions are those who sit beside us without trying to fix us, who witness our pain rather than trying to solve it. If you're navigating changing relationships through grief or supporting someone who is, this episode offers both validation and a framework for understanding these complex social dynamics. Remember, even in your darkest moments, you're neveSupport the showFind support: Offers - free and paid Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episode and guestToday, I have the honor of introducing someone very special—Steve, a 65-year-old man living in the UK. He has been married to Lindsay for 40 years and has three grown-up children and five grandchildren. His life changed significantly when Lindsay died suddenly nearly two years ago. Steve was a client of mine for several years following the heartbreaking, sudden and unexpected loss of his Lindsay. Steve's journey through grief is exemplary because he diligently put himself out to understand grief, to learn to live with it and integrate the loss of his companion of a lifetime into a meaningful life. I invited him to share his story because it offers much insight.When we began working together, Steve was recently widowed. From the beginning, he wanted to grow not because of his loss but despite it and embrace life yet again. Over the time we worked together, I've had the privilege of witnessing his incredible transformation—how he embraced his own grief and walked alongside the grief of his three adult children. We worked through the difficult emotions, and he ultimately rebuilt his life in a way that honors his late wife's memory while also opening himself up to new love.Support the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich.Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.____________________________________________________________________________Tomorrow is Mother's Day.And as much as the world tells us it's a day for breakfast in bed, flowers, greeting cards, and family gatherings, I want to take this space to speak to those of you who might feel heavy-hearted, conflicted, or even empty as this day approaches.While Mother's Day can bring moments of joy and gratitude, for many, it also amplifies pain, longing, and what is missing.Whether you are a mother whose child has died… A daughter whose mother is no longer living… A woman who longed to be a mother and never got the chance… Or someone navigating estrangement, complicated relationships, or generational trauma with your mother or your children… This episode is for you.Here are some compassionate Mother's Day gifts:May We All Heal CardsAffirmation and Reflection CardsBe gentle with yourself.Hold space for your heart.And remember, love never dies.With Love, NathalileSupport the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeWelcome back to How to Deal with Grief and Trauma. Today, we're reconnecting with Betsy Winter, our guest from Episode 96. She shared her powerful story of resilience through grief after the loss of her daughter Eliza. This time, Betsy returns to explore a deeply personal and transformative topic: developmental trauma. If you're new to DT, you might like to check out E66, where I explain the basics, explain how DT manifests, etc.Today, Betsy and I will explore how early adverse experiences shaped her life, their impact on emotional well-being, and her healing journey. Betsy offers unique insights into uncovering hidden trauma, navigating relationships, and embracing recovery. Her candid reflections and hard-won wisdom remind us that healing is possible, no matter how early the wounds were formed. Stay tuned for a heartfelt conversation about vulnerability, growth, and the path toward lasting emotional freedom.About this week's guestBetsy Winter is an experienced mind-body coach and somatic practitioner known for her effective methods in helping individuals transform profound loss and unresolved trauma into deep healing and embodied change. Read her full bio here. Website: betsywinter.com/IG: @betsywinter.mbcFB: www.facebook.com/betsywinter23Resources mentioned in this episodeIFS: Internal Family SystemsNARM: Neuro Affective Relational ModelIf you're looking for support, check for a therapist who is trained in dealing with trauma (or at least trauma-informed) and somatically trained in modalities such as Somatic Experience or somatic relational modalities dealing with Developmental Trauma (also called Complex Trauma).Support the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeWelcome back to How to Deal with Grief and Trauma. Today, I have the honor of introducing someone very special—Jen, who was a client of mine for several years following the heartbreaking loss of her daughter. Jen's journey through grief is nothing short of inspirational, and I've invited her to share her story because it offers so much hope and insight.When we began working together, Jen was deeply immersed in the overwhelming pain of her loss. But over the time we worked together, I've had the privilege of witnessing her incredible transformation—how she embraced her grief, worked through the complex emotions, and ultimately rebuilt her life in a way that honors her daughter's memory.About this week's guestJennifer is a mom of three, two living and one angel. She is a board-certified family medicine physician, dedicating her professional life to comprehensive care for all of her patients, and is passionate about continuous and lifelong learning. She spends her private life exploring the world around us, near and far, with her children and wonderful husband. Jennifer's daughter, Neve, passed in 2022 at the age of 9 weeks. Jennifer carries the memory of her daughter's sweet and kind soul with her in every facet of her life, and considers it to be the greatest honor to have known, held, and to continue to love her.Support the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeWelcome to today's episode of How to Deal with Grief and Trauma. I'm thrilled to be joined by Brittany Piper, a fellow practitioner in somatic healing. Britt and I share a deep commitment to body-based trauma recovery, both being trained in Somatic Experiencing® and Polyvagal Theory – no surprise given we both share a dedication to nervous system regulation and somatic healing. I'm sure that this will create a rich foundation for today's discussion. Together, we'll first hear Britt's personal story and how she became who she is today. Then together we explore how the body holds and processes trauma, the role of polyvagal theory in grief and healing, and practical ways to reconnect with safety and resilience after loss and trauma.  About this week's guestBrittany Piper is an internationally renowned speaker, author, Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, and expert in sexual violence prevention and trauma-informed care. Over the past 13 years, she has delivered more than 400 programs across three continents. Her work has been recognized by the U.S. Army, the Department of Justice, the Laura Bush Institute for Women's Health, Cosmopolitan, Elite Daily, and others. As a rape survivor and leading advocate on sexual violence prevention, Brittany speaks to tens of thousands each year. She is also a forensic neurobiology expert, conducting trauma-informed trainings with the U.S. Army and Sex Crimes Detectives. Creator of @healwithbritt and founder of the internationally acclaimed Body-First Healing Program, Brittany continues to inspire and lead in the field of trauma recovery.Website: www.bodyfirsthealing.comIG: @healwithbrittTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@healwithbritt Support the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a textWelcome again to the How to Deal With Grief and Trauma Podcast Season 11.HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich.Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.I'm really excited about the episodes that are coming your way. Starting next week, new episodes will begin to drop on Mondays. Some will come to you weekly, others every second week — it'll depend a little on my current workload, but rest assured, the content is coming, and I think you'll find it both supportive and insightful.This season, we'll continue to explore how grief and trauma show up in our lives — how they intertwine, unfold, and evolve — and how we can begin to understand them in a way that fosters healing and growth.You'll hear solo episodes from me with reflections, tools, and guidance to help you navigate your own experience. And, as always, there will be guest interviews, where people share their personal stories of loss and healing — their unique ways of living with and through grief and trauma.There are two upcoming episodes I'm especially honoured to share with you — interviews with some of my former clients. These conversations are truly special. I've had the privilege of walking alongside them in their healing process, and now, you'll get to hear their reflections, in their own words, on their journey so far. It's incredibly moving, and I believe it will offer a deep sense of hope and connection for so many of you.So stay tuned — Season 11 officially kicks off next Monday.If you'd like to receive updates to never miss an episode and receive special invitations, only sent out to newsletter subscribers, please sign up for the weekly newsletter on nathaliehimmelrich.com.Thank you for your support and please rate the show.Blessings, Nathalie HimmelrichYour Podcast HostSupport the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Alexa talks with author and therapist Nathalie Himmelrich about the healing power of writing, how grief informed her six books, and why authors don't need to be marketing experts to make an impact. They dive into book inspiration, business alignment, and how storytelling serves as a bridge between pain and purpose.

Send us a textHow to Deal with Grief and Trauma - 100th Episode / 50'000 DownloadsKey Takeaways:1. Milestones: Celebrating 100 episodes and a total of 50'000 downloads2. Guest feedback: Highlighting the most touching feedback received.3. What is Grief and Trauma?4. Invitation: Let me know what this podcast has meant to you or how you've found hope in unexpected places.Suggestions on How to Implement Further:- Visit Podcast Website: Find all episodes and guest information here. - Share the Podcast: Encourage friends and family to listen and subscribe.- Rate and Review: Leave a review on your podcast platform to help others discover the podcast.- Engage on Social Media: Follow and interact with the podcast for updates and discussions.Support the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeThis week, I have the pleasure of welcoming Betsy Winter to the podcast. Betsy and I were connected through Kiley Hanish, whom you might remember from our recent "Grieving Parents: A Decade Later" series. When Kiley introduced us, she mentioned that Betsy and I share a passion for supporting those navigating grief and trauma and a deep appreciation for somatic approaches to healing. "You two speak the same language," Kiley said, and she couldn't have been more right.Betsy's work dives into the body's innate wisdom and ability to guide us through some of life's most challenging moments. Our conversation promises to explore themes of resilience, connection, and the transformative power of listening to the body. If you're curious about how somatic practices can support healing after loss or trauma, you'll want to lean in for this one. About this week's guestBetsy Winter is an experienced mind-body coach and somatic practitioner known for her effective methods in helping individuals transform profound loss and unresolved trauma into deep healing and embodied change. She believes in understanding individuals rather than pathologizing them, viewing each person as the expert of their own experiences. Her client-centred approach is aimed at those seeking self-discovery, deep healing, and sustainable change. Betsy is also a key contributor to the pregnancy and infant loss community, significantly involved in the creation and growth of RTZ HOPE's support groups, retreats, and provider resources. Her work is deeply influenced by the brief life of her daughter, Eliza, who was diagnosed with a severe heart defect and trisomy 18 at 31 weeks and stillborn at 41 weeks, and by her own journey of uncovering and healing from layers of unresolved complex trauma from early childhood neglect and abuse.Website: betsywinter.com/IG: @betsywinter.mbcFB: Support the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeToday on the podcast I'm speaking with Keem Fares again, the mother of Karina, a spirited intelligent young gymnast, who died in a freak accident when she was 12 years old. In our conversation, we look back over a decade since Karina's death, from the early grief to when we worked on the book Surviving My First Year of Child Loss in 2017 to now, 10 years after Karina's death and the year that Karina would turn twenty. I highly recommend listening to the first episode (S3E25) with Keem, where she beautifully describes how grief has affected her life, her relationship, and her faith and how it has evolved from pure survival to how she experiences it now. About this week's guestKeem Fares is a non-profit professional who holds a leadership position in financial operations. Originally from Mexico herself, she met her husband in Cairo, Egypt, where they lived for 15 years before moving to San Diego, California in 2011.Keem struggles to rediscover herself after the accidental death of her 12-year-old daughter, Karina, in 2015. She finds joy in her son Mark, and together with her husband, they rely on their faith in hope. They established Karina's Joy Foundation to perpetuate Karina's joyful spirit and giving nature through youth scholarships and acts of kindness.  Keem's link: InstagramResources mentioned in this episodeAnother episode with Keem: S3 E25 How Grief Evolves From SurvivalSupport the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeI've spoken to today's guest Tori in S4 E39 so I recommend listening to her personal story there. For today's episode, I invited Tori to speak with me about her experience, who is living just miles from where wildfires in California have recently devastated an entire community. Together, we talk about what it's like to be so close to this kind of tragedy, the emotional impact on both survivors and those supporting them, and what we can do to help.About this week's guestTori Press is an artist, author, and anxious human being. She spent 10 years as a graphic designer before quitting to create some space in her life. In 2016 she bought herself a set of markers and began drawing pictures inspired by her yoga practice, mental health struggles, and everyday life. This decision started her on an extraordinary adventure of self-discovery and human connection. Her drawings help her cultivate mindfulness, gratitude, and self-acceptance–and she hopes they do the same for others! She is the author of two books: How to Feel Better, a companion and workbook for dealing with tough times (including grief and loss), and I Am Definitely, Probably Enough (I Think).Tori's links: Website | InstagramResources mentioned in this episodeAnother episode with Tori: S4 E39 When Grieving Dad Equals the Loss of a Challenging RelationshipSupport the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a textEpisode summary introductionHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeI've spoken to today's guest, Shelby in S3E29 so I recommend listening to her personal story there. For today's episode, I invited Shelby back to speak about the topic of loss and/or trauma, at least for some, experienced following the most recent new election of the American president or how she worded it in one of her newsletters: “Thoughts for election despair” and how it affects her. Upon my invitation to speak with her for the podcast, Shelby wrote to me: “Full disclosure: I'll be coming with my progressive perspective as a woman, queer person, and grief business owner, so I really can't speak to the perspective of anyone who's overjoyed at Trump's return to office.”About this week's guestShelby Forsythia (she/her) is a grief coach, author, and podcast host. In 2020, she founded Life After Loss Academy, an online course and community that has helped dozens of grievers grow and find their way after death, divorce, diagnosis, and other major life transitions.Following her mother's death in 2013, Shelby began calling herself a “student of grief” and now devotes her days to reading, writing, and speaking about loss. Through mindfulness tools and intuitive, open-ended questions, she guides her clients to welcome grief as a teacher and create meaningful lives that honor and include the heartbreaks they've faced. Her work has been featured in Huffington Post, Bustle, Newsweek, and The Oprah Magazine. She considers herself a politically progressive, honoring her identities as a queer woman and grief guide.Shelby's links: Website | Instagram Resources mentioned in this episodeOther episode with Shelby:  S3 E29 Mother-loss as a Young Adult Support the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeThis week, I'm speaking with Meghan R. Jarvis again, who was a guest in seasons four and five. We speak the same professional language and, together, discuss the intersection of grief and trauma. Meghan just published another book called Can Anyone Tell Me? Essential Questions about Grief and Loss offers hopeful lessons on loss informed by rigorous neuroscience and biophysical science, communicated to readers in manageable, understandable bites and profound real-world stories.About this week's guestMeghan Riordan Jarvis, MA, LCSW, is an author, podcast host, TEDx Speaker, and psychotherapist specializing in trauma, grief, and loss. After experiencing PTSD following the deaths of both of her parents within two years of each other, Meghan began speaking on a larger scale about the importance of understanding grief and supporting grievers. Founder of Tacking Point Partners, Meghan, and her team consult regularly with companies addressing grief in the workplace. Meghan's “Grief is My Side Hustle” platform includes her popular podcast of the same name, her blog, and her free grief writing workshop “Grief Mates.” Meghan's links: Website | InstagramResources mentioned in this episodeOther episodes with Meghan:  S4 E41 How a Therapist Deals With Grief and TraumaS5 E49 Review of Trauma and Grief ModalitiesSupport the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeAs the holiday season approaches, emotions around grief and trauma can intensify, especially during family gatherings. Tune into this episode with one of our favourite guests on the podcast, Rachel Tenpenny McGonigle (E1, E50 and E88) to gain insights into dealing with grief and trauma and explore effective ways to manage Christmas and grief. We will delve into how to navigate family gatherings when you as a member are dealing with recent loss and/or trauma. We aim to offer a safe space where you as the listener can find solace, learn, and empower yourself through shared experiences and professional guidance.About this week's guestHelping people through grief is Rachel's passion. After her twin baby daughters Aubrey and Ellie died in 2008, she made a promise to them that she'd learn how to heal after loss and share what she learned with everyone who wants to heal too. Rachel has spent over a decade making good on her promise and has helped hundreds of clients build a meaningful and purposeful life after loss.Find out more on Rachel's website: thegriefgal.comResources mentioned in this episodeOther episodes with Rachel: S1 E1 Why and How Healing Is Possible S5 E50 Cultivating Healing Versus Coping MechanismS9 E88 Grieving Parents 10 Years LaterSupport the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeWelcome to a special series of podcast episodes in honor of the 10th anniversary of my first book, Grieving Parents: Surviving Loss as a Couple, published in 2014. To mark this milestone, I'm reconnecting with the same parents I initially interviewed for the book, offering a unique opportunity to revisit their stories and gain a deeper understanding of their journeys—now, with the perspective of a decade. The month of October was Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, this series is dedicated to showcasing how grieving parents have coped with their loss and trauma over the years. These episodes aim to offer a long-term view of life after the loss of a pregnancy or infant, providing comfort, insight and hope to those who may still be navigating their grief.Additionally, I'm excited to offer Healing Steps, my audio course, at 25% off. I decided to extend this offer for another two months until the end of December. Use the coupon code HSOCT24 to access the course and begin your journey toward healing.About this week's guestAlexa Bigwarte is Kathryn's mother. Here is what Alexa shared in response to the biggest things that have changed about your grief over the 10 years: “Everything. My loss was relatively new when we first talked, now it's been almost 13 years. I see grief through a different lens. It's not raw anymore; my focus is completely on healing and continuing to heal, not staying stuck in the pain.”Alexa Bigwarfe is an author, speaker, publishing consultant, and community builder. Her writing career began after her infant daughter passed away at two days old, and she turned to writing for healing. Her first book, Sunshine After the Storm, A Survival Guide for the Grieving Mother, has helped thousands of grieving mothers. Her most recent tool for grieving mothers, Sisterhood of the Healing Hearts: Permission to Thrive, A 6-Month Guided Journal for GSupport the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeI first encountered Tina Hedin through her poignant article 'We Didn't Know It Was the Last Time' in The New York Times, where she shared the heart-wrenching story of her daughter Kiki's death. The raw emotion and profound grief expressed in her writing resonated deeply with me, touching a place of empathy and connection that few pieces ever have. Tina's ability to articulate the indescribable pain of losing a child, while also conveying a sense of resilience, left a lasting impact on me. Her story moved me personally and inspired me to invite her as a guest for the podcast.About this week's guestTina Hedin has reinvented herself many times. From punk rocker to textile designer, graphic artist to homeschooling mom, from entrepreneur to writer, she has let curiosity lead her evolution.In the early 2000s, Tina, her husband Eric, and their young daughter Kiki, left suburban Florida to travel America. They lived and worked on the road for four years, eventually settling in New Hampshire.In 2023, Kiki died at the age of 25 from a food allergy reaction. Following Kiki's death, Tina closed her small business and focused on writing as a way to learn to live with grief.Recently, Tina and Eric returned to a nomadic life, traveling the US full-time in an RV, and volunteering in state parks.Tina has been published in the New York Times and writes about travel and learning to live with grief in her Substack newsletter Letters From Turkey Town.Substack: Letters From Turkey TownFB: www.facebook.com/tina.hedin.7/Resources mentioned in this episodeColin Campbell: What Losing My Two ChilSupport the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeI first connected with today's podcast guest Whitney through her heartfelt and courageous posts on Instagram. Her vulnerability in sharing her journey through grief deeply resonated with me because we both realized, through our own traumatic experiences, that there isn't enough conversation around grief and trauma. Like her, many of my clients aren't prepared for the overwhelming emotions they face, making the process even harder. This shared understanding fuels my work every day—I show up to talk about grief because I don't want anyone to feel the same sense of isolation or confusion that so many do. And so does Whitney. Both of us are passionate about creating more space for these conversations and ensuring others know they aren't alone in their journey.About this week's guestWhitney Lyn Allen is first and foremost mama to her sons, Jackson (6) and Leo (2). She practiced law as a medical malpractice defense attorney for ten years before her husband had a severe reaction to a bee sting and sustained a severe brain injury, subsequently resulting in his death. Whitney decided to turn her pain into purpose and followed her new calling to serve others who are also experiencing grief and trauma and share her vulnerable and personal grief journey with others. She is the author of the book about grief and life after loss titled, Running in Trauma Stilettos, an Amazon Best Seller. Whitney is also a certified grief educator and provides grief coaching to those ready for their transformation and growth after loss. She shares the empowering message that there is so much beauty in life, even after losing a loved one. Website: whitneylynallen.comIG: @whitneylynallenTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@whitneylynallenWhitney's upcoming book (published in 2025): Support the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Welcome again to the How to Deal With Grief and Trauma Podcast Season 10.HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich.Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.Today marks a significant milestone as we step into the 10th series of the podcast, and this season we celebrate a landmark achievement—our 100th episode! Let's have a look back at the most popular episodes so far:E4 Turiya Hanover | The Loss of Significant Partners in LifeE51 James Fish Gill | Bringing Loving Awareness To Your Pain Part 1E1 Rachel Tenpenny | Why and How Healing Is PossibleE64 Turiya Hanover | Grief, Trauma, Essence, Connection and SafetyE40 Nathalie Himmelrich | Trauma and Its Impact on the Nervous SystemThis season, we're welcoming back grieving parents who shared their stories with me over a decade ago during the interviews for my first book, Grieving Parents: Surviving Loss as a Couple. That book recently celebrated its 10th anniversary, and as we hear from these parents again, we'll learn how their journeys have evolved over the years and how they continue to live with loss and love.This season, I'll explore how our nervous system processes traumatic loss and what happens when grief and trauma intertwine. I'll share some more insights from Polyvagal Theory and how this understanding can help you partner your body to regulate itself. Season 10 of the podcast will restart next Monday with episode #91. If you'd like to receive updates to never miss an episode and receive special invitations, only sent out to newsletter subscribers, please sign up for the weekly newsletter on nathaliehimmelrich.com.Thank you for your support and please rate and follow the show.Blessings, Nathalie HimmelrichYour Podcast HostSupport the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeWelcome to a special series of podcast episodes in honour of the 10th anniversary of my first book, Grieving Parents: Surviving Loss as a Couple, published in 2014. To mark this milestone, I'm reconnecting with the same parents I initially interviewed for the book, offering a unique opportunity to revisit their stories and gain a deeper understanding of their journeys—now, with the perspective of a decade.In recognition of October being Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, this series is dedicated to showcasing how grieving parents have coped with their loss and trauma over the years. These episodes aim to offer a long-term view of life after the loss of a pregnancy or infant, providing comfort, insight and hope to those who may still be navigating their grief.Additionally, I'm excited to offer Healing Steps, my audio course, at 25% off this month. Use the coupon code HSOCT24 to access the course and begin your journey toward healing.About this week's guestKiley Hanish is Norbert's mother. Kiley shares with us: “Ten years ago, I was just at the beginning of my healing journey. Everything has changed since then. I have processed my loss, integrated into my being, found community with other loss parents, and become an advocate for change through Return to Zero: HOPE.” (Check out the link.)Resources mentioned in this episodeThe Land After Loss metaphor appears in another episode (E81 and 82) and is part of my audio-guided course Healing Steps (https://bit.ly/HealingSteps). Support the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeWelcome to a special series of podcast episodes in honour of the 10th anniversary of my first book, Grieving Parents: Surviving Loss as a Couple, published in 2014. To mark this milestone, I'm reconnecting with the same parents I initially interviewed for the book, offering a unique opportunity to revisit their stories and gain a deeper understanding of their journeys—now, with the perspective of a decade.In recognition of October being Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, this series is dedicated to showcasing how grieving parents have coped with their loss and trauma over the years. These episodes aim to offer a long-term view of life after the loss of a pregnancy or infant, providing comfort, insight and hope to those who may still be navigating their own grief.Additionally, I'm excited to offer Healing Steps, my audio course, at 25% off this month. Use the coupon code HSOCT24 to access the course and begin your journey toward healing.About this week's guestMartina Sandles is Hannah's mother, who would have been 39 years old this year. Here is what she shares with me all these years later: “Quite a few of my friends had weddings or became grandparents and are involved with a little once again. I am grieving the lost dream of all those milestones we didn't get to experience with her, and I still wonder what kind of woman she would have been and what path in life she would have chosen. We could see characteristics emerging and loved her personality, traits I feel we need in the world. It is more a dream of the 'what ifs' and wishing that her siblings would have had a big sister to go to or who would have modelled things for them. Hannah, and my/our living with her till her death, has shaped me and my development so much, I wonder what parts of me would have lived on in her. Not that this is passed on consciously, but by living with each other, sharing values and ways of living.”Support the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeWelcome to a special series of podcast episodes in honor of the 10th anniversary of my first book, Grieving Parents: Surviving Loss as a Couple, published in 2014. To mark this milestone, I'm reconnecting with the same parents I initially interviewed for the book, offering a unique opportunity to revisit their stories and gain a deeper understanding of their journeys—now, with the perspective of a decade.In recognition of October being Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, this series is dedicated to showcasing how grieving parents have coped with their loss and trauma over the years. These episodes aim to offer a long-term view of life after the loss of a pregnancy or infant, providing comfort, insight and hope to those who may still be navigating their own grief.Additionally, I'm excited to offer Healing Steps, my audio course, at 25% off this month. Use the coupon code HSOCT24 to access the course and begin your own journey toward healing. (https://www.griefandtraumaacademy.com/healing-steps-course)About this week's guestHelping people through grief is Rachel's passion. After her twin baby daughters Aubrey and Ellie died in 2008, she made a promise to them that she'd learn how to heal after loss and share what she learned with everyone who wants to heal too. Rachel has spent more than a decade making good on her promise and has helped hundreds of clients build a meaningful and purposeful life after loss.Resources mentioned in this episodeOther episodes with Rachel:  S1 E1 Why and How Healing Is Possible S5 E50 Cultivating Healing Versus Coping Mechanism Support the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeI first encountered Mary Catherine McDonald through her powerful presence on social media, where she consistently shares insightful perspectives on trauma and healing. Her way of showing up with authenticity and clarity immediately drew me in. I was further captivated when I heard her speak in several podcasts and at a recent online trauma conference, where her depth of knowledge and her insights left a lasting impression. Mary Catherine's ability to articulate the complexities of trauma while offering hope and practical guidance has encouraged me to invite her onto the podcast as a guest.Her definition of trauma, which I love, is:Trauma is an unbearable emotional experience that lacks a relational home.About this week's guestMary Catherine (MC) McDonald, PhD, is a research professor and life coach who specializes in the psychology of trauma, stress, and resilience. She has been researching, lecturing, and publishing on the neuroscience, psychology, and lived experience of trauma and stress for over a decade. She is passionate about destigmatizing trauma, stress, and mental health issues in general, as well as reframing our understanding of trauma in order to better understand and treat it.Website: alchemycoaching.lifeIG: @mc.phdTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@mc.phdResources mentioned in this episodeEpisode with Deb Dana: bit.ly/PodDebEpisode with Dr Mary-Frances O'Connor: bit.ly/PodMaryEpisode about Grief Dreams: bit.ly/PodJoshuaSupport the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeWelcome to today's episode of our podcast where we look at how to build resilience when dealing with grief, loss or trauma. When people hear the word, they often think of strength, bouncing back quickly, or being unaffected by hardship. But in the context of grief, loss, and trauma, resilience can look very different—it's not about avoiding pain or pretending that everything is okay.What is Resilience?Resilience is the ability to continue functioning, even when life feels overwhelming. It's about adapting to change and hardship in a way that allows you to keep moving forward, even if it's at your own pace. It doesn't mean you won't feel the sadness, anger, or pain. In fact, resilience means you allow yourself to feel those emotions and still find a way to live through them.In this episode, I want to share with you five practical ways to continue building resilience, no matter where you are in your journey of healing. These are simple, easy-to-follow steps that can help strengthen that inner part of you that's already doing the work of surviving, processing, and adapting.Remember, building resilience is a process, and there's no rush. Take it day by day, and trust that you have the inner strength to weather the storm. Resources mentioned in this episodeEpisode 40: Trauma and Its Impact on the Nervous SystemSupport the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeDeb Dana's influence first started with her publications and her online workshops, through which she allowed me insights into Polyvagal Theory from a therapist's standpoint. Then, I had the privilege of meeting Deb personally during the Polyvagal Conference in Berlin, an experience that deeply impacted me personally and professionally. Her work on the Polyvagal Theory resonated with me profoundly, offering new insights into the connection between the nervous system and emotional well-being. Deb's compassionate approach and groundbreaking research helped me understand the importance of creating safety and connection in therapeutic settings. Her influence has shaped my practice, allowing me to support my clients more effectively, while also guiding my own journey towards greater self-awareness and emotional resilience.In this episode, Deb shares how she dealt with the recent death of her husband Bob and takes us through how we can trust our nervous system to guide the way through grief. About this week's guestDeb Dana, LCSW, is a clinician, consultant, author and speaker. Her work is focused on using the lens of Polyvagal Theory to understand and resolve the impact of trauma. She delves into the intricacies of how we can use an understanding of the organizing principles of Polyvagal Theory to change the ways we navigate our daily lives.  Deb is well known for translating Polyvagal Theory into a language and application that is both clear and accessible and for her significant contribution pioneering Rhythm of Regulation® methodology, tools, techniques and practices which continue to open up the power of Polyvagal Theory for professionals and curious people from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life.Deb's published work includes The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation, Polyvagal Practices: Anchoring the Self in Safety, the Polyvagal Card Deck, and Anchored: How to Befriend Your Nervous System Using Polyvagal Theory.Website: www.rhythmofregulation.comSupport the Show.Find support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeWelcome to today's episode of our podcast. Inspired by a clip I saw on Instagram where Elizabeth Gilbert speaks about the two distinctly different experiences, I feel it's important to say a bit more.  We're going to dive into understanding the intricacies of emotional health, specifically focusing on the differences between grief and depression. These are often conflated, but they are distinct experiences that require different approaches for effective support and management. I've personally wrestled with both grief and depression at different stages of my life. My journey through these challenging emotional landscapes taught me a lot, and I hope to share some of that insight with you today.Resources mentioned in this episodeEpisode 40: Trauma and Its Impact on the Nervous SystemSupport the Show.Find support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeToday I have the pleasure of speaking with Stephanie, who I know from a community we both are a part of. I also had the pleasure of reading her book on a specific form of grief, a topic that interests me due to personal reasons. So today we're going to dive into a very widely experienced topic, but not as widely spoken about or understood. Ambiguous grief stands for the grief that is experienced after the loss of a relationship with someone but not through death. I can't wait to hear Stephanie telling us all she's got to know since her own personal experience with ambiguous grief.About this week's guest Joshua Black Stephanie Sarazin is a writer, researcher, and ambiguous grief guide, who aims to support those grieving the loss of a loved one who is still living, but no longer as they once were. Her work began with her own experience of mid-life trauma, which sparked an ambitious journey— spiritually and around the world—to understand, name, and heal the grief she found within her. Her efforts revealed a first-of-its-kind definition for “ambiguous grief,” whereby grief is onset by the loss of a loved one who is still living and wherein the experience of hope presents in the grieving process. She is the author of Soulbroken: A Guidebook For Your Journey Through Ambiguous Grief, which won the 2023 Nautilus Books Gold Award in the category of grief and loss.Website: www.stephaniesarazin.comIG: @stephing_thruLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniesarazin/Resources mentioned in this episodeStephanie's book Soulbroken: A Guidebook For Your Journey Through Ambiguous GriefSupport the Show.Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich.Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeIn this episode, I will highlight commonly used metaphors for grief and trauma. Metaphors can offer a way to articulate complex emotions and experiences and offer a unique perspective to support those coping with loss and trauma.Of the 10 most commonly used metaphors, I describe five in more detail this week and the remaining five can be found in episode 81. Which one of the grief metaphors described do you relate to the most and why? Do you have any other metaphors that helped you navigate your grief and trauma? Let us know! Write a comment here on the blog.  The Top 10 Metaphors for Understanding Grief:The Ocean of GriefThe Darkness of GriefGrief as a JourneyThe Weight of GriefThe Seasons of GriefThe Wound of GriefThe Dance of GriefGrief as a CakeGrief as a LanguageGrief as a Foreign CountryResources mentioned in this episode·      IG Post about the Grief Crystal: bit.ly/GriefCrystalSupport the Show.Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeIn this episode, I will highlight commonly used metaphors for grief and trauma. Metaphors can offer a way to articulate complex emotions and experiences and offer a unique perspective to support those coping with loss and trauma.Of the 10 most commonly used metaphors, I describe five in more detail this week and the remaining five in the next episode. Which one of the grief metaphors described do you relate to the most and why? Do you have any other metaphors that helped you navigate your grief and trauma? Let us know! Write a comment here on the blog.  The Top 10 Metaphors for Understanding Grief:The Ocean of GriefThe Darkness of GriefGrief as a JourneyThe Weight of GriefThe Seasons of GriefThe Wound of GriefThe Dance of GriefGrief as a CakeGrief as a LanguageGrief as a Foreign CountryResources mentioned in this episode·      IG Post about the Grief Crystal: bit.ly/GriefCrystalSupport the Show.Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

How to Deal with Grief and Trauma - 2nd Anniversary Special Celebrating Two Years of Healing ConversationsKey Takeaways:1. Milestones: Celebrating 80 episodes over the past two years.2. Noteworthy Guests: Highlighting episodes with Turiya Hanover, Chris Young, Fish James Gill, Julia Samuel, Dr Mary-Frances O'Connor, and David Kessler.3. Community Impact: Acknowledging the invaluable support and engagement from listeners.4. Future Plans: Announcing exciting new topics and episodes for the upcoming year.Suggestions on How to Implement Further:- Visit Podcast Website: Find all episodes and guest information here. - Share the Podcast: Encourage friends and family to listen and subscribe.- Rate and Review: Leave a review on your podcast platform to help others discover the podcast.- Engage on Social Media: Follow and interact with the podcast for updates and discussions.Support the Show.Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeI have known Trish for a couple of years. From the beginning, it was obvious: that Trish and Mr. Benjamin had a deep connection. Benjamin was part of everything and everywhere she went. He supported her in every way possible. They were inseparable. It comes as no surprise that Benjamin's death just five months ago left her in despair. Trish's heart was broken, and her life was missing the most essential ingredient: Her most trusted friend and companion, Golden Retriever Benjamin. About this week's guest Patricia A. Muehsam, MD, a pioneer in the synthesis of science, holistic health, and contemporary spirituality, has been a thought leader in the alternative medicine movement. She forged new ground that led to the establishment of the Office of Alternative Medicine at the National Institutes of Health in the USA, endeavors that transformed the landscape of healthcare options today. Dr. Trish has distinguished herself as a practitioner, educator, research scientist, and award-winning author. She founded the American Medical Colleges' first initiative in alternative medicine, leading medical schools throughout the United States and the world to add courses in the field. Her original bioelectromagnetic research investigated distant healer phenomena and homeopathy. Dr Trish's award-winning book, Beyond Medicine: A Physician's Revolutionary Prescription for Achieving Absolute Health and Finding Inner Peace, has been hailed as the “only health and healing book you may ever need.” She offers health consultations, mind-body healing sessions, online courses, and communities of support.Website: www.transformationalmedicine.orgResources mentioned in this episodeDr Trish's book: Beyond MedicineSupport the Show.Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeI know Joshua from being the host of his podcast called Grief Dreams where you can find him talking to numerous people about their grief dreams that they had after one of their deceased loved ones passed, as well as pets. I found the topic of grief dreams fascinating as I had my own series of grief dreams following the death of my mother which came one after, not every night, but every so often and they were like different episodes in the series on Netflix, and they lasted for months. And maybe we're going to talk about this a little bit more, but I'm interested in what Joshua can tell me about his view and his research about it. If you haven't heard of Joshua, don't worry because in today's episode, I'm going to ask him all the questions that you might interested in as well. Let's see where this takes us today. About this week's guest Joshua Black, PhD, is a grief and bereavement researcher, speaker, and host of the Grief Dreams Podcast. Most of his published work has focused on dreams and continuing bonds after loss, including prenatal and pet loss. As one of the leading academic experts in grief dreams, which can be dreams of the deceased, Dr. Black has directed his efforts to raise awareness about this fascinating phenomenon through media interviews, speaking engagements, and workshops. In addition to his website (Griefdreams.ca), you can find him active on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram (@griefdreams). Dr Black currently works as the Bereavement Initiative Manager for the BC Centre for Palliative Care, where he is leading bereavement-related research. His long-term research goals are to continue to serve and raise awareness of those who are bereaved and who are not being provided the necessary grief support.Website: www.griefdreams.caIG: @griefdreamsResources mentioned in this episodeGrief Dreams PodcastSupport the Show.Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeYou might remember Amber as my guest from episode number 27 where we spoke about the way she dealt with the loss of her husband, Tim, when she was just 32 years old. Since then, a lot has happened in Amber's life and today we are going to talk about the accidental trauma she had to deal with just over 6 months ago. She survived a fall from a zipline, but she will tell us more about this in her own words. What inspired me to ask Amber to be my guest again is the way she is dealing with trauma and grief. She is a beacon of light and a living model of finding joy in life and admitting its hardship. I admire her and her ability to pick herself off, dust herself off and start all over again – as in Nat King Cole's song. About this week's guest Amber Jackson is a single mom of four (one with special needs) and a divorce survivor, cancer widow, fun-seeker, and lover of all things having to do with kitchen dance parties and cheesecake. She is a certified public speaker and loves speaking to women and teens about finding joy in the unexpected. Life's challenges haven't stopped her from living life to the fullest. Amber is a self-proclaimed life enthusiast and is determined to see everything that life has to offer, including the bad, as something she can learn from. She has a huge appreciation for life and all the things that make one happy. She believes that all lights twinkle, that there can be magic laced in music and there is strength in even the smallest of breaths.IG: @enjoyinghollandAmber's first episode: Life as a Young Widow with Four ChildrenResources mentioned in this episodeIf you need personal support dealing with your trauma, please visit Nathalie's website for more resources: https://nathaliehimmelrich.com/Support the Show.Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website