Let's Talk About Grief With Anne
126 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratingsGrief is messy. It's the opposite of linear. It can be dark and wacky, lonely or not, love-filled or seemingly lacking - but it is so very alive. No two people experience this process in quite the same way. These episodes are conversation starters for dealing with dying, death, and grief, part therapy and part storytelling in disguise. They'll shine a light, giving you hope and understanding of how others have managed their grief. Also, they are an insightful guide to life's many losses. You don't have to struggle alone? Please connect [email protected] at https://www.understandinggrief.com
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Jonathan Fleece - Why End-of-Life Conversations Matter
April 06, 2024 10:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBHello listeners, thank you for joining us. We'll discuss end-of-life conversations and their importance. I hope you agree that you need to be aware of this! However, I am certain others will think, "Oh, I don't need to listen to this. I don't need this yet." Please, before you go, I would love you to stick around just a little bit longer to hear what my guest, Jonathan Fleece, has to say about his company, Empath Health, one of the country's largest not-for-profit health systems, delivering...
Dr. Keith McNally - Rising Above Feelings of Worthlessness
March 16, 2024 10:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBWelcome everyone to our heartfelt space, where we weave hope, wisdom, compassion, and an understanding into the fabric of our conversation about one of life's most profound challenges - grief and loss. We recognize that few experiences come as deeply as the pain of losing a loved one, especially when the loss comes at the hand of a silent battle with inner demons. Today, we're going to be stepping into that realm often shrouded in silence and taboo, the heart-wrenching topic of suicide. W...
Dr. Paul Martin - How Rituals Illuminate the Intricate Path of Grief and Healing
March 02, 2024 11:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBHello, everyone. I'm thrilled to be here today with our guest, Paul Martin, a highly respected psychologist renowned for his clinical expertise in working with bereaved clients. Today, we will be discussing rituals and how they can support us during this time of grief. Paul has authored a compelling book on the profound impact of that topic which explores how unique expressions of loss and meaningful acts of mourning can guide individuals through the grieving process. With his wealth o...
Kim Sorrelle - Finding Light in Grief: Embracing Love and Resilience After Loss
February 17, 2024 11:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBHello, everyone and I'm so grateful you're joining us today. Once more, I am honored to introduce our remarkable guest, Kim Sorrelle. She's the author of two books and a speaker whose life shows great resilience in the selfless pursuit of love and light through many dark times. Her first book was Cry Until You Laugh, and her latest one is Love Is. It's not just a narrative about a journey that searches for the essence of love amidst profound loss. And I can't help but think how timely, K...
Harnessing Positive Intelligence: A Game-Changing Approach to Navigate Grief
February 03, 2024 11:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBWelcome to our show today, listeners. This is Anne, your host. In today's episode, I want to talk to you about mental fitness, grieving a loss, and the support of Positive Intelligence. I will introduce you to something that you may find rather alarming or fascinating. But anyway, we're going to be talking about the saboteurs and the sage. So, I hope you'll stay with me as we continue our journey into healing! Here's what we talk about: Positive Intelligence equips individuals wi...
Jason Pike - Beyond the Battlefield: A Soldier's Story of Survival and Inspiration
January 13, 2024 11:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBWelcome, listeners. And I'm thrilled to introduce our next guest, retired Lieutenant Colonel Jason Pike, a decorated combat veteran. He's the author of A Soldier Against All Odds, and I hope you'll stick around for this very inspiring conversation. In his captivating memoirs, Jason shares his remarkable journey of resilience and triumph, and he has faced imaginable adversity while serving his country, and it didn't all come from the enemy. A pivotal moment in Jason's life occurred when his f...
Matthew Brackett - Finding the Essence of the Holidays
December 23, 2023 11:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBWelcome, listeners, to a very special holiday episode. Today, we're going to be delving into a topic that's near and dear to my own heart as I attempt to find the essence of the holidays. We will be exploring the true meaning and experiences surrounding this joyous season and how you may be able to cope, especially when you're grieving. Hello, I'm Anne, your host, and today we have a very special guest joining us, Matthew Brackett. He's a remarkable individual with a device background of in...
Dr. Carl Nassar - A Journey through Grief and Trauma, Seeking Connection Amidst the Chaos
December 16, 2023 11:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBWelcome, listeners, to another Let's Talk About Grief podcast show. Today, we will be delving into the complexities of navigating grief and trauma in today's fast-paced world. How do we stay connected when we often feel so disconnected? I'm thrilled to have Dr. Carl Nassar as our guest today. He's a distinguished expert who brings a unique perspective to this very subject. He has a background in engineering and a Doctorate from McGill University. Dr. Nassar combines technical expertise wit...
Lisa Sugarman - The Truth Behind a Loved One's Death
December 09, 2023 11:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBWelcome to our podcast, dear listeners. I'm Anne, your host. And today, we have a really thought-provoking topic to delve into - suicide. And I'm privileged to have Lisa Sugarman as our guest. Lisa is an incredible parenting author, a syndicated columnist, and a survivor herself of suicide loss. Lisa is also a crisis counselor with the Trevor Project. We recognize that suicide, unfortunately, is a tragic occurrence that can leave us feeling bewildered and grappling for the answers that ques...
Donna Stoneham - It's Never Too Late to Heal a Difficult Relationship
December 02, 2023 11:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBHello and welcome listeners to our show today. I'm Anne, your host and author of Grief's Abyss, a grief coach, and a mental fitness coach. You can pop onto my last recording to find out what a mental fitness coach is all about. Our topic today, listeners, is the loss of a mother, our mums. And we know this can be an immensely challenging experience, especially around the holidays or special occasions. Whether you've had a tumultuous relationship with mum, their loss in our lives is really ...
Julie Ryan - Navigating Holiday Triggers
November 25, 2023 11:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBHello, and welcome listeners to another Let's Talk About Grief podcast episode. I'm your host, Anne Debutte, and author of Grief's Abyss: Finding Your Pathway to Peace. Today, with my guest, Julie Ryan, we're going to be sharing some ways that you may be able to navigate the holiday season that we're both very aware can be triggering and can make you want to hide under the bed close until the spring. We both experienced loss and are willing to share - if that may be helpful as we carry o...
Unlocking Personal Growth and Healing: Transformative Power of Positive Intelligence in Grief Coaching
November 18, 2023 11:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBHello, and welcome listeners to the podcast today. I have something a little bit different for you. We will, of course, touch on grief as usual. But what I wanted to share is a way of how you may be able to move through your grief and life in general so that you can view your world differently. Whether you're grieving or not, learning this potentially new approach can certainly support you in navigating many of life's challenges. And you know, I am so excited to share this information with...
Kelly Cervantes - Journey of Resilience: Life, Love, and Epilepsy
November 11, 2023 11:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MBWelcome listeners to our podcast. Today, we have the privilege of hosting the incredible Kelly Cervantes. Kelly is not only an award-winning writer but also a passionate advocate for those navigating the complex world of parenting a child with epilepsy. She is the current Board Chair for the nonprofit group CURE Epilepsy and is the host of their bi-weekly podcasts. Many of you may already be familiar with her inspiring blog, inchstones, where she fearlessly shares the ups and downs, joys, ...
Velma Gallant - Turning Divorce as a Gateway to Self-Discovery
November 04, 2023 10:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBWelcome listeners to the Let's Talk About Grief Podcast. Our topic today is slightly different from where we normally go. But it's equally as important. It's about divorce. All too often, the person going through a divorce doesn't recognize the emotional turmoil. Their feeling is that of grief. The relationship is over, but a death hasn't occurred. But indeed, a death has. We just don't speak about it in those terms. It's the death of dreams and hopes of a future with that person that actu...
Theo Boyd - Discovering Purpose After Loss
October 28, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBWelcome, listeners, to another Let's Talk About Grief podcast episode. This is where we often dive deep into the profound emotions and transformative power of navigating our grief. Our topic today is about multiple deaths and losses experienced within a short period of time. How does someone find the strength even to catch their breath and resurface amidst the receding waters of grief, only to be hit by subsequent waves of sorrow? I'm certain our next guest may have some answers. I'm reall...
Ahmard Vital - When Grieving Turned Into an Inspiration
October 21, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBWelcome, listeners, to the Let's Talk About Grief show. Today, I am truly humbled and honored to introduce our next guest, Ahmard Vital, a motivational consultant, international speaker, and author of I Am More Than Enough. He's empowering people globally with his inspiration, guidance, and tips for self-development. Ahmard provides audiences with the tools needed to achieve personal success, utilize willpower determination, and have them develop strategies that will allow all ages to achi...
Ronald Kimmons - Sibling Loss and its Emotional Toll
October 14, 2023 14:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBWelcome listeners as we dive into another profound and often overlooked topic, and that's sibling loss. Uncovering the profound power of writing as a tool for navigating grief, we sit down with author Ronald Kimmins, who beautifully intertwines his personal experience of loss with the compelling narrative of his fantasy novel, Wild River. A raw, honest and deeply moving journey, we delve into the ripple effects of Ronald's sister's sudden death on his family, understanding that grief is no...
Donna Tashjian - Turn Your Baggage Into Luggage
October 07, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBWelcome, listeners, to another podcast episode. Today, we have the privilege of hosting our remarkable guest, Donna Tashjian. Donna's not only an experienced coach with over 25 years of expertise. She's also an ordained minister, author, founder, and host of You Were Designed For Greatness podcast. She's also an inspirational storyteller. And her journey towards empowerment and resilience has indeed been shaped by so many of the stories we've heard from our other guests by numerous chall...
Krishma Tule Arora - Journey Through Grief: Confronting Cultural Beliefs and Finding Healing
October 01, 2023 15:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBHave you ever wondered about the impact of cultural beliefs on grief and loss? You're in for a profound exploration today as we engage with our guest, Krishma Tule Arora. Krishma will take us on a deeply personal journey, discussing her experience of losing her young child, and the mental health implications this had on her as a member of an immigrant family. We will pull back the layers on how cultural beliefs and stigmas around therapy can hinder the healing process and the delicate subjec...
Krishma Tuli Arora - How Cultural Beliefs Impacts Recovery
October 01, 2023 15:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBWelcome, listeners, to another episode of our show. Today, we'll be discussing grief and loss through the lens of the culture and beliefs of an immigrant family. We'll be exploring how the beliefs of the younger generations raised in the US are often at odds when confronted by their families, culture, and identity, that are steeped in traditions of the origin. Our guest today is Krishma Tuli Arora. And I'm so grateful that we have her here because this is something we've not spoken about. ...
Susan Gold - From Darkness to Light: What Freedom from Trauma Brings
September 23, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBWelcome to today's show, where we dive deeper into more transformative journeys and inspiring stories. In today's episode, we are honored to introduce our special guest, Susan Gold. Susan is a remarkable author whose latest memoir, "Toxic Family: Transforming Childhood Trauma into Adult Freedom," was recently published! Congratulations, Susan, as you've officially become a book mama! Susan shares her personal experiences of overcoming a difficult childhood and finding freedom in adulthood...
John Jarman - Hidden Trauma: Why It Matters and How to Recognize It
September 16, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBIn our previous conversation, we mentioned that we needed more discussions to help us understand childhood trauma. Today, with our next guest, we will be delving a little deeper into it. Additionally, we will continue our journey with grief. I appreciate our next guest's willingness to share his experience on both of these topics. Our guest for this episode is John Jarman, whose powerful memoir delves into his personal struggles, triumphs, and the profound transformation he experienced th...
Collin Kingsmill - Planned Passing
September 09, 2023 17:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBOn the show today, we’re going to be discussing a rather contentious, difficult topic, but it is one that Canada adopted. We’re going to be talking today about assisted suicide – and that’s when a person chooses their exit. How does the person’s decision affect their family? And how does their family cope with moving through the grief? These are just a few of the questions that we’ll be discussing with our guest today. We have Collin Kingsmill with us, and he’s willing to share his experien...
Dr. Gina Moffa - Therapists Deal with Losses Too
September 02, 2023 10:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBToday's topic is a particularly poignant one as we delve into the world of motherless daughters. Our special guest today is Dr. Gina Moffa, who is not only a licensed psychologist based in New York but has a grief and trauma-informed practice. She is also somebody who has personally experienced the loss of her mother. And this is certainly a club no one chooses to join. But it's important to shed light on the many challenges it can bring because it's not only the death itself, but it's man...
Michelle Hord - Unthinkable Loss: Navigating the Uncharted Territory of Grief
August 26, 2023 10:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBToday’s episode is a difficult but very important one. It’s about coping with the loss of a child when the unthinkable occurs. Our guest today is Michelle Hord, the author of a new book, The Other Side of Yet: Finding Light in the Midst of Darkness, in which she shares her journey of navigating the imaginable loss of her own daughter, Gabrielle. Michelle D. Hord is an inspirational speaker, author, and media executive. As the President of Hope Warrior, Inc., and former Vice President of...
Donna Conley - How a Nightmare Turned Out to be Childhood Trauma
August 19, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBIn today’s episode, we’ll be discussing the origins of unresolved grief in childhood trauma and the unique impact of sibling loss. We’ll dive into this topic, exploring how unresolved grief can manifest and how our guest worked through hers. Today, our guest is Donna Conley, who’s had a successful career in HR and is the author of a national bestseller called Wild Moon Healing. She’s an energy coach, amongst many other modalities, and she’s currently working towards her goal to become a ful...
Shirley B Novak - Dealing with the Death of an Ex-Spouse
August 12, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBToday we’re going to be discussing remaining resilient when navigating life’s challenges. Regardless of what the challenges are, it could be a death, divorce, job loss, or a tragic accident out of your control. Why do some of us crumble under the weight while others trudge through regardless, seemingly unscathed? We’ve often spoken about divorce but not have that when an ex-spouse dies, what unexpected emotions can arise, and how children or even adult children handle divorce after a loss....
Jeanne Demers and Natalie Glynn - "Tapping" Into Unresolved Grief and Stuck Emotions
August 05, 2023 10:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBToday’s topic is going to be around grieving unresolved grief. How can you recognize if you may have some lingering, unresolved grief? We’re also going to be passing a modality called EFT and how it benefits grief. Stay tuned, as we will be doing some demonstrations too! I am absolutely thrilled and excited to speak with my two guests on the show, Jeanne Demers and Natalie Glynn, who are the co-creators of Choose Your Life Coaching, which uses cutting-edge tools and modern psychology and ...
Zane Landin - Positivity from Grief
July 29, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBAs you know, we've often spoken about the death of a parent before on our podcast. And today we're continuing with this discussion. And this one centers around the time of COVID. And how that impacted on a family or a person's ability to feel the grief and be supported. As we know the death of a parent can certainly leave us feeling untethered and uncertain as to how to move forward. How do we navigate life without a parent to guide us is among just one of the many, many questions we're of...
Sara Bader - The Book of Pet Love and Loss
July 22, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBIn past episodes, we’ve spoken about pet loss. However, this time our discussion is a little different. We’ll be looking at the grief experienced by familiar cultural figures and the bond that they had with their pets. Yes, we’ll also be talking about the grief that’s felt when our gentle, loyal companions are no longer in our lives. Our guest today, Sara Bader, has experienced profound grief over losing her 13-year-old cat. And she, too, searched and looked for answers from others that cou...
Dr. Lee Warren - Healing from a Grieving Neurosurgeon's Perspective
July 15, 2023 10:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBOn today’s show, we’re going to be discussing the tragic death of an adult child that’s been deemed a homicide. And it’s one where many questions never get answered, we’ll hear how our guest found himself enrolled in the graduate school of human suffering. After the tragic loss of his son, as a man of science and faith, he discovered a unique perspective on grief and trauma. I’m truly honored to introduce you to our guest today, Dr. Lee Warren. He’s not only an award-winning author of Hope ...
Zoya Bokhoor - Feeling is Healing
July 08, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBOur topic continues with a theme that’s been threading throughout many of our episodes, and that is child death. As parents, we’re supposed to care, love and protect our children. And when one of them dies, it’s out of order. We’re the ones that are meant to die first. Our guest today is Zoya Bokhoor, whose career changed as she journeyed through her own grief after the death of her son, Roy. And I’m truly fascinated at how many of us who’ve experienced a death and found a way to move forwa...
Tracee Dunblazier - You Don’t Have to be Happy All the Time!
July 01, 2023 10:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBI’m really excited to be speaking on this topic of transformative grief. For those of you who have followed us for a while, you’ll discover that the majority of my guests have been transformed by their own grief. And I have to include myself here and pinch myself because who would have thought, I certainly didn’t expect all this when I was going through my own grief 12 years ago, that I ended up actually transforming my life, from working in a hospital to training as a grief coach. And now I...
Karla McLaren - Grief is a Supportive Emotion
June 24, 2023 10:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBIn this episode, we’re talking about grief itself. How many of us know what to do when we're experiencing grief? Certainly, it isn't something that's taught or modelled very often. So, it's natural we flounder in its midst. I'm certain there'll be a deeper understanding of grief and its purpose by the end of our time together today. Our guest, I’m thrilled to say, is Karla McLaren, who has a master’s in education, an award-winning author, a social science researcher, and an empathy expert. ...
Edward Miskie - Getting the Life You're Supposed to Have
June 17, 2023 10:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBToday we’re going to be discussing a grief that is felt and is present even when there isn’t a death of someone we love. Instead, it’s the death of the life and the world we thought we had when we’re given a terminal health diagnosis. And this not only affects the person but also their loved ones. Our guest today is Edward Miskie, a writer, producer, and performer, who is now celebrating 10 years of surviving a rare type of cancer! Here’s what (and who) we talk about: Blazing through ...
Judy Lipson - Sisters, Skating, and Support
June 10, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBToday we’re going to be talking about unresolved grief. Grief can be sneaky, and it often shows up when we least expect it. That’s why it’s important to know the events behind the grief to understand its nature. But we experience grief in many different forms throughout our lives. Unfortunately, we don’t always recognize or have the language to understand or communicate these emotions. It’s not uncommon for a few unfortunate events to snowball into something much more serious, like illness ...
Noémi Beres - Healing Through Art: A Daughter's Journey of Grief
June 03, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBIn this episode, we feel the kind of grief at the death of beloved family members, especially those of our parents and the matriarchs of our family. Our parents teach us about love and how to survive in the world, but it’s our grandparents that teach us about unconditional love. Today, our guest, Noémi Beres will share her experience with her two losses, the death of her dad and that of her grandmother, and how she’s used art to cope with her grief. Here's what (and who) we talk about:...
Maribeth Decker - People Grieve for Pets Too!
May 27, 2023 10:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBSociety doesn’t seem to recognize our need to grieve for our pets. That’s about to change. Our guest today, Maribeth Decker, is an intuitive animal communicator, a medical intuitive energy healer, and the founder of Sacred Grove. She is the author of Passing in Peace: Comfort for Loving Humans During Animal Transitions. Maribeth supports us humans to connect to our pets and move gracefully through these transitions. Here's what we talk about: How did Maribeth’s journey towards communi...
Suzanne Jabour - Creating a Grief Friendly Workplace Culture
May 20, 2023 10:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBLosing a loved one, as we know, is never easy. And it can be especially tough when the person grieving is also trying to balance the duties and responsibilities of their job, especially with the emotions that they are experiencing. In today's episode, we will be delving into grief in the workplace with our guest, Suzanne Jabour. Here's what we talk about: Grief can be very patient. It can wait for years! The importance of talking about grief, even if you don’t know what to say. How ...
Lindsey Rogers-Seitz - A Love Reborn After A Love Was Lost
May 13, 2023 10:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBThis episode is particularly challenging emotionally, as we are exploring the unimaginable tragedy of losing an infant due to "Hot Car Syndrome" (heat stroke). Thankfully, we have a remarkable guest with us today who wants to create awareness around this tragedy and shed light on this very tender topic. Here’s what we talk about: Lindsay’s life-changing experience helped her find peace. The grief process and mental illness. Grieving is hard enough without court cases and authorities ...
Chloe Detrick - Life is too Short - Pursuing Dreams After Loss of Best Friend
May 06, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBOver the past few weeks, we’ve been delving into death that is well-recognized and supported by our communities. Now I’d like to spotlight and explore one of the losses that isn’t. That’s why I’m happy to be discussing with Chloe Detrick the topic of disenfranchised grief, which, unfortunately, the death of a friend comes under. Here’s what we talk about: Defining disenfranchised grief. Chloe’s experience of losing her friend and helping with the memorial. The value of having frien...
Darren Evans - After Cloud, an App for Your Digital Legacy
April 29, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBHow many times have you picked up an old photo with people in it that you have absolutely no idea who they are? Perhaps your parents or close relatives have died. And there’s no one in your family to ask. Thanks to technology, there’s a way – an app, to be exact, to get these answers. Our guest, Darren Evans, tells us about the app After Cloud. Here’s what we talk about: How Darren got into creating After Cloud. They had no idea who some of the people were in their photo album! How does ...
Aly Bird - How to Support Grieving Loved Ones Better
April 22, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBWe're going to be discussing death of a spouse and how to cope when your world is turned upside down. Aly Bird, who's lived this experience, realized the importance of support from friends and family after her husband died tragically. Here's what we talk about: Having a relatively positive "outlier experience" as a widow and stepping up for those who aren't getting enough support The need for communities to step up for grievers. Consistently be there for them! How do you do "perfect" gri...
Dr. Jennifer Kaplan - From Sibling Death to Service and Support
April 15, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBOur discussion today is again about sibling loss. We speak with Dr. Jennifer Kaplan as we look at it through her lens, a sister whose brother sadly died during her childhood. Her grief not only shaped her life, but it would also lead her into the field of social work and bereavement services. As part of her doctoral thesis, she developed the Inventory of Youth Adaptation to Loss (IYAL), a strength-based outcome instrument, through her partnerships with dozens of children’s bereavement progr...
Stacy Francis - Wisdom of Wealth for Widows and Women
April 08, 2023 10:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBGrief doesn’t always have to be directly related to death. In this episode, we speak with Stacy Francis. Why are so many women not engaged with money? It’s 2023 – it’s time for women to make financial decisions independently. 80% of women will end up alone the stats show us. Stay tuned! Here’s what we talk about: A piece of history that contributes to the reason why many women are giving their power away when it comes to money. Reasons WHY women need to have an understanding of money....
Tara Storch - How to Outlive Yourself with Gifts of You & Donor Families Grief
April 01, 2023 10:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBIn this episode, we speak with Tara Storch. She shares how their daughter’s passing has changed her life’s trajectory in a significant way. From the five lives that her daughter saved through organ donation, Tara has taken that inspiration to start the national foundation, with her husband Todd. Taylor’s Gift is to create more awareness and help more people, and also to be there for donor families in their grief. Stay tuned! Here’s what we talk about: Have you ever thought about organ ...
Colin Campbell - Channeling Grief & Rage After a Double Tragedy Into Something Great
March 25, 2023 10:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBIn this episode, we speak with Colin Campbell. He shares what he learned about grief after a drunk driver killed both of his children in a tragic car accident. He discusses the importance of doing something bigger than yourself and how to properly support someone who is grieving. Stay tuned! Here’s what we talk about: Finding meaning and purpose after a devastating loss Ways of maintaining support as we grieve How to integrate grief into your life Rituals to deal with grief The sign...
Robert Pardi - Using Grief & Love to Re-Imagine Life
March 17, 2023 10:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBIn this episode, we speak with Robert Pardi. He shares how he became his wife’s shield during her cancer journey, the realizations and lessons he gained from writing his first book, and how we can use grief and love to reimagine life. Stay tuned! Here’s what we talk about: What prompted Robert to write his first book, "Chasing Life," and what it's all about? Learning the power and sustainability of love vs. anger Why you should find hope in the moment instead of the future; living in ...
Ani Naqvi - Standing Strong Against the Waves of Tragedy
March 10, 2023 11:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBIn this episode, we speak with Ani Naqvi, a survivor of the 2004 tsunami, which has undoubtedly affected thousands of lives. We’ll be exploring how she navigated through this event (and all the changes it brought to her life) to become a better person for herself and others. Stay tuned! Here’s what we talk about: Life is not just getting a job, getting married, having kids, then dying! Ani’s recounting of the events of the 2004 tsunami. “I just didn’t want to die.” Her recovery process...
AJ Coleman - A Day in the Life of a Single Dad Raising a Toddler: Widowhood and its Challenges
March 04, 2023 11:00 - 53 minutes - 36.4 MBIn this episode, we speak with AJ Coleman. He shares how he navigated experiencing hearing loss, job loss, crippling anxiety, and widowhood. Stay tuned! Here’s what we talk about: Fighting through a spiral of chaos of raising a newborn, moving, finding a job, and dealing with his wife’s cancer Picking up the pieces and coping with his wife’s passing - “Every day is a good day, no matter the circumstances.” Going through the odd experiences of being a single father Being a better person ...