Good Grief: Recent Episodes
Nikki Smith
Demystifying and destigmatizing grief with compassion and humor. We'll dive into all the ins and outs of grief and loss and meet some guests along the way. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikkideathdoula/support
I’m starting season 3 with a conversation with my new good friend Anthony Scott of My Last Farewell. His enthusiasm and passion for what he does is obvious and I’m sure you’ll love him as much as I do after this!
You can find Anthony here: https://mylastfarewell.com/(apologies for my terrible sound quality on my end! But at least the true star of this episode sounds great)
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I had a lovely conversation with Carol Hamilton from the Feminist Podcast Collective on the loss of her parents. Carol hosts the podcast Mission: Impact. Where she facilitates whole-brain equity-focused strategic planning, evaluation design, and organizational assessments for nonprofits and associations.
You can find her podcast here: https://pod.link/missionimpact
She is also a consultant for non-profits and you can get more info on that here: https://www.gracesocialsector.com/
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It’s my 100th full episode1 I’m so thrilled to have come this far. Here’s to 100 more.
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70% of Americans want to die at home but only 30% do. What gives? How can we get our wishes at end of life?
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TW: mentions of addiction and some cursing.
I had another great conversation this week. Becky Mollenkamp is a feminist coach for small business owners who are ready to make a big leap in business but also want to check out of hustle culture. She lost her brother very suddenly in 2010 to an overdose. We shared so many similar stories in our sibling loss here and I’m so happy to share with.
You can find Becky at:
https://beckymollenkamp.com
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I had another lovely conversation with the up and coming author Jessica Waite.
When life handed her a riveting, horrifying and surprisingly beautiful story, Jessica Waite transformed herself into a writer. Now she harnesses the healing potential of storytelling to help others find their way back to joy and connection. Jessica is the creator of endlesstories.love, a website for bereaved people to keep memories alive. Her memoir “The Widow’s Guide to Dead Bastards” is coming out with Simon & Schuster July 30.
You can find Jessica here: Jessicawaite.work
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TW: Language and mentions of abuse
I had another great conversation here with Vanessa Joy. Vanessa is an Autistic, ADHD trans woman that survived nearly four decades of familial abuse. She is now the head of her own podcast, Transcending Humanity, a professional photographer, and a leader in the Ohio Equal Rights organization working on amending the Ohio Constitution to enshrine equality, and stop hateful legislation.
You can find Vanessa here:
Personal stuff: https://linktr.ee/vanesstradiolPodcast: https://linktr.ee/transcendinghumanityOhio Equal Rights: https://www.ohioequalrights.com/
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I’m not a funeral director and neither are you. Unless you are. Anyway, a lot goes into planning a funeral so let’s talk about all the choices we need to make and how we can make this as painless as possible!
Mentioned in the episode:
https://theamateursguide.com/2024/06/10/how-to-plan-a-funeral/
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Have you ever lost someone you worked with? It’s a complicated grief to be certain. Let’s talk about it.
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I had a beautiful conversation with a lovely human. Steff Glallante shares her story of losing her father just a few short months ago. Her grief is new and raw and she was so brave to share this with us. You can find Steff on her website: http://www.steffgallante.com/ and on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/steffgallante/
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Welcome to Season 2!! So happy to be back! What does death positive mean? And why does it sound so icky? Spoiler: IT’S NOT! We’ll dive into what this movement is and what is means to be ok with death.
Mentioned in the episode:
https://theamateursguide.com/2024/04/21/nobody-likes-dealing-with-death/
https://www.orderofthegooddeath.com/death-positive-movement/
deathcafe.com
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I had a hilarious conversation with my new friend Steve Case. CONTENT ADVISORY; CURSING AHEAD!
Steven Case is that snort-laugh you hear at the back of the church during the prayer on Sunday morning.
A 30 year veteran of youth ministry, speaker, workshop leader, and writer Steve Case can interpret the musings of a 17th Century Monk, create moving monologues based on God's closest encounters in the scriptures or create laugh-out-loud fart jokes in ways that would make any back-row church lady scowl.
You are allowed to laugh and you are allowed to pray and these two things need not be at odds with each other.
Steve Case is available for workshops, keynotes and conferences to speak to groups of all ages on humor and the scriptures. Feel free to shoot him an email at steve.case.speaks@gmail.com
He's also on Instagram @Eyes_up_with_Milo
You can find his books here:
https://www.amazon.com/stores/Steven-Case/author/B07RXL954N?fbclid=IwAR1O0Lw5dY5KvoBhilkNEoNXzhyyy-4SETXLeIFcn6aqJ1UCH4cT2cAgdCo&ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
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No worries, I'm not going anywhere! But some changes are coming.
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I had a great conversation with Cleo on her use of poetry to navigate her grief over the loss of her mother to Alzheimer’s at only 28 years old. You can find Cleo here:
cleochilds.com
Cleo Childs is releasing her spoken word poetry album "Moving With" on May 15th. This album will be the culmination of two and a half years of writing about the journey of grief she experienced after losing her mom to Alzheimer's when she was 28 years old. Her mother was an English major in college and her grandmother, who is also one of her editors, was an English teacher for 30 years so she came by her grief processing tool of writing poetry naturally. With this spoken word poetry album, she hopes to show the path her grief took from having her mother, losing her mother, and the peace and acceptance she feels now. She also hopes to give an authentic and honest look at what her grief felt like so other people going through grief don't feel alone and feel community in their grief.
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A very happy Mother's Day to you.
Susan's Book: https://a.co/d/gKDXcbr
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We know dogs feel grief, but so do many in the animal kingdom. But the grief of elephants is broad and complex. Let's dive in!
Mentioned in the Episode:
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/05/17/science/elephants-mourning-grief.html
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ku_GUNzXoeQ
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A couple of death doulas have recently been challenged on their work. What does that mean for the rest of us?
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Thank you for your patience as I had no time for a full episode. But I didn't want to leave you with nothing!
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An episode dedicated to just hospice! What is it, what is it not?! Why are so many people scared of the word itself. Let’s dive in.
Mentioned in the episode:
https://theamateursguide.com/2024/03/29/does-morphine-speed-up-death-at-the-end-of-life/
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We love our furry companions and they love us too. So much so they feel grief as much as we do! How can we support them in their grief? Let’s talk about it!
Mentioned in the episode:
https://www.newsweek.com/dogs-feel-grief-too-heres-how-we-can-help-them-1842564
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I’m always saying we need to take care of ourselves and give ourselves some breaks when we can. Well here are 7 GREAT ideas for some self care and connection.
mentioned in the episode:
https://bemorewithless.com/comfort-and-connection/
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I had a great conversation with my long time friend Tori about her struggles with chronic disease and pain and the grief involved in losing the life you one thought you’d have.
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This week a lovely conversation with a fellow death doula, Emily who shared her story of the grief associated with the ending of her marriage. We talk divorce, pet loss, woo-woo and everything in between! (TW: small mention of pet death)
You can find Emily here:
www.GuidedTransitionsOhio.com
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555991639169
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Everyone’s two most favorite topics!! (Don’t worry no politics here) But unfortunately these go hand in hand. So buckle up buttercup, we’re gonna get some tips on how to handle the green before you’re under the green. See what I did there?
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This week my dear friend Andrew from Our Last Meal and I are doing a little feed swap. I really love his show and appreciate him and what he's doing and want to share it with all of you. Andrew is a kind and compassionate man who helps people share their stories of grief, love and the meals we share. Please check him out at https://www.ourlastmeal.com. He's on all the socials at @ourlastmealpod
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I am often asked “what do I say to them?!” when a loved one is dying. Or “can they hear me?” Let’s find out the answers to these and other questions about approaching someone who is dying.
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I sat down to have a great conversation with another grief specialist, Hope Reger of Grief2Hope. She shares her story of how she turned tragedy into an opportunity to help.
You can find Hope here:
https://www.grief2hopesupport.com/
https://www.facebook.com/Grief2Hope2020/
https://www.instagram.com/grief2hope2020/
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What happens when an expected death comes suddenly? Was it expected or not? Let's discuss this paradox a bit.Mentioned in the episode:
https://whatsyourgrief.com/the-paradoxical-grief-of-anticipated-sudden-death/
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I had an amazing conversation on grief with Tony a professional in Men's Grief! You can find Tony's podcast "Grief, let's talk about it." here: https://www.youtube.com/@griefletstalkaboutit
And you can find more about Tony and his non-profit here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/527361677914845/?mibextid=oMANbw
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-lynch-8035b6173
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We're all a little scared of dying. Heck, I face it all the time and it still scares me! It's normal. But how can we cope with this innate fear?
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Another look back at a prior episode!I say it at the top of every episode. So what is it I do? We'll take a quick break from grief to learn more about this quasi-new profession and what it means.
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A look back at a prior episode.
Grief actually plays a big role in recovery from addiction. But can also big a big cause. Let's dive in!
If you need help with addiction please call the National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Mentioned in the episode:
https://www.hazeldenbettyford.org/research-studies/addiction-research/grief-and-addiction
https://oxbowacademy.net/educationalarticles/grief_add_recov/
https://whatsyourgrief.com/i-did-not-kill-my-husband/
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We're going about grief all wrong. What can we do to improve our outlook on love and loss?
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I know, talking about death stinks, but we HAVE to do it!! Why? Let's find out.
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It's uncomfortable. It's awkward. But we need to have these conversations with our parents and elder loved ones.
Mentioned in the episode: https://theamateursguide.com/2023/11/29/6-uncomfortable-but-necessary-questions-to-ask-your-older-parents/
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A little revisit of my special Christmas episode form last year. It think it bears sharing again.
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A look back at my episode from last year. The holidays can amplify our grief. How can we cope with loss during "The most wonderful time of the year"?
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I had a great conversation with my dear friend Kari, the music therapist.
Kari O'Briant has been practicing as a board certified music therapist for more than 13 years. She has worked with a variety of clinical populations in that time; currently she supports individuals and families in early intervention and pediatric palliative care. Originally from Virginia, Kari received her bachelor's in music therapy from Radford University and her master's in music therapy from Temple University. She lives in Massachusetts with her husband, son, and best dog Reshi.
mentioned in the episode:
https://youtu.be/jbTrbySS3fU?si=jcd4IsoV9OepV1Oq
https://www.musictherapy.org/
https://www.wfmt.info/
https://voices.no/index.php/voices/index
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1448567981950429
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I talk a lot about honoring our loved ones to remember them after they are gone. But what does that look like? What can we do?
Mentioned in the episode:https://whatsyourgrief.com/64-ways-to-honor-deceased-loved-ones/
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I was so happy to bring Andrew back on for another great conversation. Andrew discusses the loss of his grandmother, her cornbread, and the impact of her on his family.
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Grief can do a number on our minds, but it can affect us physically too! Let's talk about it.
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I had another beautiful conversation with Kami of the new non profit here in Columbus, Let the Light In, on pregnancy loss. Obviously TW: pregnancy loss and miscarriage.
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What is grief like months or years down the road? How does it change over time? Let's find out!
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A little rewind for you today, as it felt appropriate to re-air this on the day before dia De Los Muertos!What is Day of the Dead? Let's learn about a beautiful annual celebration honoring those we've lost.
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Are you dealing with aging parents along with children and maybe even grandchildren? Well welcome to the crappiest generation! Let's discuss what it means to be here and what we can do to alleviate some of the stress.
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If you're a pet parent eventually you may be facing this decision and it's not always straightforward. But we can at least make an informed decision.
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I had an AMAZING conversation on grief and faith withe Nicole. She's a burnout coach with a history in ministry.Nicole Havelka:
She is a burnout coach and mindfulness teacher with more than 20 years of experience. She founded the Defy the Trend coaching community to help helpers, caregivers, activists and artists a place to recharge their creativity, focus on what’s important and make time to really, truly rest. Learn more about Nicole and try her free anti-burnout community any time: defythetrend.com/community.mentioned in the episode:
https://www.npr.org/series/169065270/losing-our-religion
https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2022/09/13/how-u-s-religious-composition-has-changed-in-recent-decades/
https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2016/08/24/why-americas-nones-left-religion-behind/
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Feeling gratitude during grief feels weird, doesn't it? Do you ever feel a little bad about feeling grateful for things when you've suffered a loss? That's perfectly normal and ok!! Let's talk about.
Mentioned in the episode:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2733324/
https://www.brainbalancecenters.com/blog/gratitude-and-the-brain-what-is-happening
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Felicity is a professional Cuddler! And in this new world of social distancing, human contact is more precious than ever. Let's hear all about it.
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Dr Jaydee tells us all about his relationship with his father and how it lead to his path to becoming a Doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine.
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https://freestylehealing.com/
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You hear me talk a lot about how I love nature and the outdoors. Studies have shown it can boost your mood! But how?
Mentioned in the episode:
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-019-44097-3
https://e360.yale.edu/features/ecopsychology-how-immersion-in-nature-benefits-your-health
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Almost everyone will say they'd rather die at home in their own bed. How feasible is this and what all makes it possible? It's not as simple as you'd think!
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I wanted to re-post my most popular episode this week!
It's hard to find the right words sometimes, isn't it? How do you talk to someone who is grieving without sticking your foot in your mouth? Let's talk about it!
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/14/smarter-living/what-to-say-and-what-not-to-say-to-someone-whos-grieving.html
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Tommy, from the Post Humpday Podcast shares his amazing journey through addiction, loss, grief and sobriety, and what life after all this is like.
Check out the PHD podcast!
https://www.instagram.com/posthumpday/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK_iGWnKfHgzfqFojG4Armw
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Angelina is no stranger to loss, losing both her grandfather and father to same disease. We talked about love, loss and what it's like to have a big Italian family.
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What is collective grief? And what can we do about it? Let's find out!
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Angry about your loss? Totally ok. Feeling a little ragey somtimes? That's ok too!! Anger can be good for us. Let's find out why.
Mentioned in the episode:
https://www.survivornet.com/articles/dirty-jobs-star-mike-rowes-mom-peggy-rowe-got-really-angry-after-her-breast-cancer-diagnosis-how-she-found-healing-in-local-support-group/
https://whatsyourgrief.com/anger-in-grief-makes-you-angry/
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Bekah of The Yooman Podcast and I had a beautiful conversation about the sudden death of a dear friend and delaying grief.
Definitely check out The Yooman Podcast! https://yoomanpodcast.podbean.com/
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TW: There are mentions of suicide in this episode.
I sat down and had a lovely conversation with a beautiful soul who endured SO much. We discussed broke families, abusive relationships, sibling loss and coming out on the other side.
You can find Pamela's book here: https://a.co/d/5suknSd And check out Pamela's website: http://hypnobreakthrough.com/
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Stop trying to heal your grief! Wait, what?
Mentioned in the episode: https://whatsyourgrief.com/stop-trying-to-heal-from-grief/
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This week we're diving into the interesting phenomenon of shared death experiences and how they impact grief.
Mentioned in the episode:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33813876/
https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2014/12/us/shared-death/#:~:text=Symptoms%20of%20a%20near%2Ddeath,bed%20coincidences%2C%E2%80%9D%20researchers%20say
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We all seek comfort, it's instinct. But can we have too much? Let's find out!
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Another subject under the giant umbrella of disenfranchised grief. Megan talks about the traumatic and sudden loss of her stepchild, the painful stereotyping of stepmothers, and learning to cope with PTSD. I cannot thank Megan enough for sharing her story.
Mentioned in the episode: check out our good friends at It's All Been Done Presents https://www.iabdpresents.com/radio-hour-podcast
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Sometimes some knowledge about scary things can make them less scary and take the sting out of grief. So let's look at some common myths about dying.
Mentioned in the episode: https://www.today.com/health/hospice-nurse-common-misconceptions-death-rcna88538
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Sorry!!! I don't have a new episode this week so here is one of my faves back from my early days.
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Failure to plan is planning to fail. Getting a plan in place for those bad days can really lessen the blow. Let's make our plan!
Mentioned in the episode: https://whatsyourgrief.com/a-grief-care-plan-your-foundation-for-support/
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Denial=bad, acceptance=good. Right? Well not really. Let's see why.
Mentioned in the episode:
https://inelda.org/acceptance-denial-and-related-responses-to-death/
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A terminal diagnosis can be terrifying, and a lot of emotions flying all over the place. How can you support someone who is facing this scary new future? Let's dive in!
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Everybody huuuuuurts, sometimes.... emotional pain is real. And it SUCKS. But why do we hurt? And what can we do about it?
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A bonus episode for Mother's Day. A story by Susan Morrell from her book On Falcon Wings. You can get your copy of Susan's book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1960399403
This story was read with permission from Susan.
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Noah is a young man living with Spina bifida. I had a very lovely conversation with him on the challenges of making keeping friends with a disability, and the feelings of isolation it can bring. But this hasn't stopped this happy Big Brother enthusiast! Let's hear all about his trials and even learn about sled hockey!
You can find Noah on Twitter at @noahmussay
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Another one to put in the umbrella of disenfranchised grief, grief in the elderly is often glossed over, but can be the most devastating. What is it and how can we help our elders cope?
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Assumptions on grief can make grieving even harder. Let's talk about why and what we can do about it!
Mentioned in the episode:
https://whatsyourgrief.com/grief-assumptions-and-grief-myths
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TW: child loss
I sat down to talk with Josie on the loss of her son, Rhett who died at the age of 3 after a battle with undiagnosed neurological problems.
I don't have children, but I can imagine no worse loss than the loss of a child. Join us as we talk about the grief and pain involved in this unbearable grief.
Join the conversation on her Facebook page Rhett's Legacy: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063555547869
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I had the most amazing chat with Kara Long, found of The Memory Collective.
You can find Kara here: https://thememorycollectiveco.com
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"When it rains it pours." "Things always happen in threes." When the hits just keep on comin' it can feel unbearable. So what is compound grief and what can we do about it? Let's find out.
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I had a great conversation with Andrew from the Our Last Meal podcast. It was nice to talk with someone else who is passionate about destigmatizing grief! Please check out Andrew's show, I can guarantee you will love it.
https://www.ourlastmeal.com
https://www.instagram.com/ourlastmealpod
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I've said it again and again, we need to face our grief. We need to mourn. This list says it all, but as always your grief is your own and there is no wrong way to mourn.
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So I'm jumping on the bandwagon here to see what chat GPT has to say about grief and grieving. I was quite surprised with the results!
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Just a quickie on Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio and Memorials. THIS CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR THE MOVIE
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Yes we're diving in to those (in)famous staged of grief from the Elisabeth Kubler-Ross in her book "On Death and Dying." And yes, I am biased!
Mentioned in the episode:
https://www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/health-history/its-time-let-five-stages-grief-die
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This was one of the most honest and beautiful portrayals of grief I have seen. I cannot recommend this series enough!!
https://www.netflix.com/title/80998491
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/After_Life_(TV_series)
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I had a lovely chat with the lady behind the facebook support group "your Grief Matters". If you'd like to see the video of our conversation you cand o so by becoming a Patron at my Patreon. Details below.
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I say it at the top of every episode. So what is it I do? We'll take a quick break from grief to learn more about this quasi-new profession and what it means.
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Grief actually plays a big role in recovery from addiction. But can also big a big cause. Let's dive in!
If you need help with addiction please call the National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Mentioned in the episode:
https://www.hazeldenbettyford.org/research-studies/addiction-research/grief-and-addiction
https://oxbowacademy.net/educationalarticles/grief_add_recov/
https://whatsyourgrief.com/i-did-not-kill-my-husband/
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Come hear me stammer out big fancy words that explain why we grieve the way we do. What are our differences and what do we all have in common?
Mentioned in the episode:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK217844/
https://theamateursguide.com/how-different-cultures-deal-with-grief-and-mourning/
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It's pretty similar to Anticipatory Grief, but it's its own beast. What it is and how do we deal with it?
Mentioned in the episode:
https://whatsyourgrief.com/ambiguous-grief-grieving-someone-who-is-still-alive/
https://www.ambiguousloss.com/
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Navigating the workplace while grieving presents so many challenges. And how can you help a co-worker who suffered a recent loss? All that and more in today's episode.
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We're going there! Yes, this is a thing and it's real and just as painful as any other form of grief.
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A new year is here. What do you have planned?
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Just a little story I'd like to share with you that has sat in my heart for years.
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An intriguing story that's made it's rounds on the internet that I wanted to share with you tonight.
Original story here:
https://www.reddit.com/r/Glitch_in_the_Matrix/comments/30t9kd/repost_a_parallel_life_awoken_by_a_lamp/
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Ugh. Is there anything worse than bureaucracy? Well, try navigating it while grieving. Let's look at what to expect so maybe we can head this off at the pass.
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The Holidays are hard already. Drop a big ol' pile of grief on top of that and it can be unbearable. How do we get through this time of year? Let's find out.
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So what does it mean to grieve someone who doesn't even know you? And is it ok to grieve a celebrity's passing? Of course!! Let's talk about it.
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Grief can feel so overwhelming. But why?
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What is Day of the Dead? Let's learn about a beautiful annual celebration honoring those we've lost.
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Finally! I keep telling everyone you need to process your grief. Well now we can work on how.
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A poem. My Rachel McKibbens
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Rituals for our dead can be a beautiful way to grieve. Let's learn about some amazing rituals from around the world.
Mentioned in the episode:
https://theamateursguide.com/how-these-5-death-rituals-from-around-the-world-honor-the-dead/
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Hurricane Ian just devastated a big chunk of the west coast of Florida. Thousands of lives have been ruined. How do we cope as a nation?
Mentioned in the episode:
https://store.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/d7/priv/sma17-5035.pdf
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3619160/
https://www.apa.org/topics/disasters-response/recovering#
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Are you coping well with your grief? Maybe, maybe not. Let's talk about 7 warning signs that maybe you need to process your grief.
Mentioned in the episode:
https://youtu.be/l2mQlbka-Rg
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TRIGGER WARNING This episode we look at warning signs and how to help someone who may be considering ending their life. If this subject is too difficult for you please skip this one and tune in next week. Take care of yourself!
National Suicide Prevention hotline in the US is 988, or 800.273.8255
Mentioned in today's episode:
https://qprinstitute.com
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What's the difference and how are they treated? The answer might surprise you! Or not. Let's talk about it!
Mentioned in the episode:
https://theamateursguide.com/grief-vs-depression/
https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2012-13598-002
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Pre-grieving, as I call it. What is is, what to expect and what to do about it.
Mentioned in the episode:
https://www.verywellhealth.com/understanding-anticipatory-grief-and-symptoms-2248855
https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2022/03/11/anticipatory-grief-meaning-coping/
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It's a little self-serving but let's talk about the grief felt after a big life event. Because I'm absolutely feelin' it right now.
Mentioned in the epsiode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Long_Trail
https://thetrek.co/post-trail-depression-not-think/
https://appalachiantrail.org/official-blog/post-trail-depression-what-its-like-how-it-happens-how-to-get-over-it/
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Is grief a mental disorder or just a part of being human? I have feelings on this one. Big feelings.
Mentioned in the episode:
https://www.psychotherapynetworker.org/magazine/article/2666/is-prolonged-grief-a-disorder/395923c8-3622-4bf5-8f91-edf0cd61424c/oim
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Spoiler alert: you won't forget the ones you love when they're gone.
Mentioned in the episode:
https://www.amazon.com/Bearing-Unbearable-Love-Heartbreaking-Grief/dp/1614292965
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What's the difference? Let's find out!
Mentioned in the episode:
https://theamateursguide.com/sitting-shiva-and-los-nueve-dias/
https://theamateursguide.com/the-act-of-mourning-itself-is-a-final-destitute-version-of-love/
https://thetrek.co/appalachian-trail/taking-grief-to-the-trail/
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What is survivors Guilt and how can we work through it? Let's find out!
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Siblings are often referred to as "The Forgotten Mourners". It's a complicated grief that unfortunately many of us share.
Mentioned in the episode:
https://www.compassionatefriends.org
https://www.facebook.com/groups/21358475781/about
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Losing a beloved pet is no small grief. In some ways it's harder than human loss. But either way it's grief and it's a hard one.
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Have you ever asked yourself. "Self, am I crazy?" Guess what? You're not. Let's find out why.
Article mentioned:
https://www.heart.org/en/news/2021/03/10/how-grief-rewires-the-brain-and-can-affect-health-and-what-to-do-about-it
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Dis-a-whut? Let's look at some "unconventional" grief, shall we? Because any grief is grief. And it's ok!
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Just thought I'd introduce myself!
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It's hard to find the right words sometimes, isn't it? How do you talk to someone who is grieving without sticking your foot in your mouth? Let's talk about it!
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/14/smarter-living/what-to-say-and-what-not-to-say-to-someone-whos-grieving.html
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How do we talk to kids about grief? Let's find out.
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It's a trailer. Which is odd since it goes in front of everything....
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