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Sit, Lay, RestHealing in the Grief Portal: Lauren’s Journey with Alfie, Squishy, and Plant Allies | Sit, Lay, RestWelcome back to Sit, Lay, Rest. In this episode, host Liz speaks with Lauren about the tender, often solitary path of grieving a beloved pet. Lauren shares her experience of loving and losing her dogs, Alfie and Squishy, and how this heartbreak led her unexpectedly toward healing with the help of flower essences and herbalism.Together, Liz and Lauren discuss how pet loss often leaves us with little room or language to process our emotions—and how finding support in the non-human world, from the intuitive bonds with animals to the gentle vibration of plants, can make it...
2025-12-2524 minSit, Lay, RestGood Grief: Understanding How We Heal After Losing Beloved Pets | Sit, Lay, RestIn this heartfelt episode of Sit, Lay, Rest, guest E.B. Bartels—author of "Good Grief"—opens up about the complexities of losing treasured animal companions. Drawing from her own experiences of pet loss starting at a young age, E.B. shares how these moments shaped her curiosity about grief rituals around animals and inspired her to research how people from various backgrounds mourn their pets.Listeners are guided through stories of personal essays, family rituals, and cultural practices surrounding pet death—from scatterings of ashes in meaningful places to the comfort found in memorial boxes and framed...
2025-11-2037 minSit, Lay, RestMen Cry Too: Dylan's Story of Loving and Losing His Beloved Lia | Sit, Lay, RestWelcome back to Sit, Lay, Rest! In today’s episode, hosts Ashley and Liz sit down with Dylan for a deeply personal conversation about navigating the highs and lows of life with a beloved dog. Dylan shares the unforgettable story of Lia, his Siberian husky and constant companion through college, career changes, and cross-country moves. From classic tales of puppy mischief—like Lia’s incredible ability to chew through and get stuck inside a couch—to moments of loyalty and love, we’re treated to anecdotes that capture the essence of their bond.As Lia grew older and faced...
2025-10-3041 minSit, Lay, RestRamsey the Bulldog: Grief, Growth & Glitter | Sit, Lay, RestIn this heartfelt episode of Sit, Lay, Rest, hosts Liz Egler and Ashley Infantino sit down with Sarah to hear the deeply personal story of her English bulldog, Ramsey. Sarah opens up about her unconventional journey into pet parenthood—growing up with family members afraid of dogs, unexpectedly choosing a bulldog puppy, and how Ramsey quickly became a cherished part of her family.Sarah shares the unique ways Ramsey helped her through life’s transitions—from office culture transformation to coping with fertility struggles and ultimately, motherhood. Together, they reflect on the powerful bond between humans and their...
2025-08-1459 minSit, Lay, RestGolden Memories, New Beginnings: Deb, Wes, and the Call to Rescue in Dharamsala | Sit, Lay, RestIn this heartwarming episode of Sit, Lay, Rest, host Elizabeth Polizzo and guest host, CJ Infantino, welcome Deb to share her journey shaped by the dogs she’s loved—and lost.Debra reminisces about her beloved golden retriever, Wesley, recounting their adventures in Boulder, Colorado, and the indelible bond they shared. She speaks candidly about Wesley’s playful quirks—like his obsession with rocks and tennis balls—and the heartbreak of navigating his illness and saying goodbye through home euthanasia. The conversation offers an open, honest look at the pain of pet loss, the strange clarity of the moment...
2025-05-1543 minSit, Lay, RestDeb + Wes and the Road to DharamsalaAfter the heartbreaking loss of her golden retriever Wes, Deb shares how her grief became a catalyst for healing — not just for herself, but for countless animals and people through her work at Dharamsala Animal Rescue.
2025-05-1443 minSit, Lay, RestThe Reality of Pet Grief: Dana and Smitty's StoryThis episode is four of five from the series that inspired Sit, Lay Rest as part of The Day After podcast.In this heartfelt episode, we delve into the emotional journey of Dana, who shares her experiences of dealing with the grief of losing her beloved dog, Smitty, to heart disease. Throughout the conversation, hosts CJ Infantino and Ashley Infantino explore the profound impact of pet loss and the often underappreciated depth of mourning that accompanies it.Dana opens up about the challenges she faced during the health decline of her dog, including difficult decisions...
2025-04-2457 minSit, Lay, RestHealing Through Pet Loss: Nicole's Journey with Roger and BeyondThis episode is three of five from the series that inspired Sit, Lay Rest as part of The Day After podcast.In this episode, CJ & Elizabeth delve deep with Nicole as she shares the complex and heartbreaking experience of losing her cherished companion, Roger.Through raw and vulnerable storytelling, Nicole shares the heart-wrenching moments leading up to Roger's passing due to heart disease, highlighting her feelings of guilt, shame, and overwhelming sadness. The episode captures Nicole's deep bond with Roger, portraying the unconditional love and unique connection they shared, reminiscent of the love she received...
2025-04-2442 minSit, Lay, RestRemembering Wilson: Kristina's Journey from Loss to Loving GooseThis episode is two of five from the series that inspired Sit, Lay Rest as part of The Day After podcast.In this episode, we welcome Kristina to share her touching journey of love, loss, and new beginnings with her canine companions. Losing Wilson, a cherished 17-year-old shih tzu mix, was a painful experience for Kristina, leading her down a path of deep reflection and mourning. She discusses the tough decisions around doggy hospice care and the emotional process of coping with Wilson's passing, which includes cherished memories and mementos that continue to provide comfort. K...
2025-04-2451 minSit, Lay, RestBeyond Goodbye: Exploring Pet Loss & Recovery with AshleyThis episode is one of five from the series that inspired Sit, Lay Rest. In this moving episode, we are joined by guest Ashley W. who shares her heartfelt journey of grief following the loss of her beloved dog, Simba. This episode marks the beginning of a month-long series dedicated to exploring pet grief, a topic often overlooked and minimized in society.Throughout the episode, Ashley discusses the complex emotions surrounding euthanasia, the loneliness of grieving a pet, and the societal challenges that come with acknowledging this type of loss. She details the anticipatory grief s...
2025-04-2459 minSit, Lay, RestThe Life-Saving Bond: Shannon's Journey with Martin Francis & FriendsIn this episode, hosts Liz Egler and Ashley Infantino welcome guest Shannon, who shares her heartfelt journey of love, loss, and healing through the bond she formed with her pets. Shannon reminisces about her dream of having a dog and how her beloved canine companion, Martin Francis, became a pivotal force in her life, ultimately saving her during a time of crisis. She narrates her experiences with Martin and other pets, including her transition to caring for cats and her continued work fostering animals.Shannon's story provides an emotional insight into understanding and coping with behavioral euthanasia...
2025-04-2447 minSit, Lay, RestHow Ginger Chose Her Human: A Tale of Love and Loyalty with KristinIn this episode of Sit, Lay, Rest, hosts Liz Egler and Ashley Infantino engage in a heartfelt conversation with guest Kristin and her German Shepherd, Ginger. Kristin shares the emotional journey of choosing Ginger, the ups and downs of pet ownership, and the eventual heart-wrenching decision of saying goodbye to a beloved pet. The conversation touches on themes of loyalty, companionship, and the unique bond between humans and their canine friends.Listeners are introduced to Ginger's personality, her protective nature, and her role as a "Zen mom" at dog daycare. Kristin also discusses the challenges they faced...
2025-04-2451 min
Digital Dating with Anonymous AndrewThe Love code With Elizabeth Elenor MakepeaceEp#80 Elizabeth Makepeace!. If you're curious about energy/magic then you need to meet Elizabeth Elenor Makepeace. Elizabeth has had 2 major life threatening health experiences. One a 15cm fibroid that she released by herself. The other a 4.5cm brain tumour that she had surgically removed and had many magical experiences through the process. Discovering the secrets of alchemy, she merged this knowledge with 25 years of being a healer to create The Ascendance Code and energetically align with her Higher Self Wisdom.Elizabeth Info:FacebookYouTubeIGTikTok...
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Digital Dating with Anonymous AndrewElizabeth Mikotowicz- From Prison to Entrepreneur Ep 46: I speak with Elizabeth Mikotowicz-who shares her story of trauma, tragedy, prison, addiction, recovery and today she is an Artist, Writer, Entrepreneur & Activist. She even started a brand. An amazing woman & story!http://www.legaleriste.com/en/elizabeth.mikotowiczTik Tok, IG Twitter: EPM_art_1111My Info:AnonymousAndrew Podcast-Life & The Choices We Make.Website: https://www.anonymousandrewpodcast.comInstagram: @anonymousandrewpodcastFacebook: FACEBOOK.COM/anonymousandrewpodcastThreads: https://www.threads.net/@anonymousandrewpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@anonymousandrewpodcastTwitter:AAndrewpodcast
2023-07-2152 min