Grief doesn’t follow a schedule - and it doesn’t wait for therapy appointments.
In this episode of the podcast, Joel sits down with John Kammer, founder of Guardian Angels, an AI-powered grief support and reflective journaling platform designed to complement therapy, not replace it.
After experiencing profound personal loss, John spent years avoiding his grief - until he finally faced it. That journey led him to build Guardian Angels: a tool grounded in Worden’s Four Tasks of Mourning, designed to help people process grief through structured reflection, guided journaling, and compassionate dialogue - even in the middle of the night.
In this conversation, we explore:
-Why grief is more than just loss - it’s a response to change
-How AI can be used responsibly in the most vulnerable moments
-The difference between “getting over” grief and integrating it into your life
Why men struggle with vulnerability - and why healing requires it
-How journaling as a dialogue (not a monologue) can unlock clarity
-The future of grief support, memory preservation, and ethical AI
This episode is especially powerful for anyone who:
-Has lost a loved one and feels stuck
-Avoided grief for years and doesn’t know where to start
-Struggles with vulnerability, especially men
-Is curious about the positive, human-centered use of AI
🕊️ Guardian Angels offers a 7-day free trial and flexible monthly plans for those ready to do the work - at their own pace.
🔗 Learn more: https://guardianangels.ai
📌 Links and resources mentioned are in the show notes.
If this episode resonates with you, consider sharing it with someone who may need it - healing often starts with a conversation.
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