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JLP HighlightsJLP HighlightsBEST OF WEEK: TRUMP VS MAINE GOV. JOY REID FIRED. WHERE IS BLM. $5 MIL VISA. | Feb 24-28, '25JLP (2/24/25-2/28/25) ANGER IS STUPID. DEATH BY SUICIDE. TRUMP MUGSHOT. STRIP CLUB PASTOR. | Feb 24-28, '25* (0:00:00) - GAYLE, PA: Will she obey? A threatening Q!* (0:10:55) - How a man should deal with a woman. Trump vs Maine governor* (0:19:56) - ROMAN, LV, NV, 1st: Thoughts, meth mom, forgave dad, judging drugs* (0:32:44) - JASON, Buffalo, talking to myself; BQ; I'm a Cancer* (0:38:40) - Last BQ: If you trusted God, you'd be free.* (0:46:43) - Joy Reid: 'I'm not sorry’. Kamala.* (0:54:53) - CALVIN, OH: "Happy BHM"* (1:11:22) - GE...2025-03-013h 15How To Deal With Grief and TraumaHow To Deal With Grief and Trauma58 Reid Peterson | Dealing with Father Loss TwiceSend 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.I’m so glad that my next two guests on the podcast are men. Both are speaking about father loss, and both have created...2023-11-1346 minOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and ParentingOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting[Part 2] Healing From Grief: How Does One Do It? by Reid PetersonReid Peterson of Grief Refuge talks about how to heal from grief. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 1756: [Part 2] Healing From Grief: How Does One Do It? by Reid PetersonGrief Refuge experiences are facilitated by Reid Peterson, MA. Reid achieved a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychology (Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, 2007) and is trained by Dr. Alan Wolfelt from the Center for Loss & Life Transition. Reid's approach utilizes Dr. Wolfelt's Companioning philosophy; with an emphasis on presence, nature, spirituality, and heart-centered-care for the bereaved. Reid is the 'voice' of Grief Refuge: narrating podcast episodes and The D...2023-05-1708 minOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and ParentingOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting[Part 1] Healing From Grief: How Does One Do It? by Reid PetersonReid Peterson of Grief Refuge talks about how to heal from grief. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 1755: [Part 1] Healing From Grief: How Does One Do It? by Reid PetersonGrief Refuge experiences are facilitated by Reid Peterson, MA. Reid achieved a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychology (Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, 2007) and is trained by Dr. Alan Wolfelt from the Center for Loss & Life Transition. Reid's approach utilizes Dr. Wolfelt's Companioning philosophy; with an emphasis on presence, nature, spirituality, and heart-centered-care for the bereaved. Reid is the 'voice' of Grief Refuge: narrating podcast episodes and The D...2023-05-1610 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeThe Need to Voice Uncomfortable Things About GriefOn this Grief Refuge podcast episode, Founder and Host, Reid Peterson, shares a guest interview with you. His guest is Barb Higgins and she has a helpful perspective on giving grief a voice. She shares her journey publicly on her “A Thousand Tiny Steps” podcast and Youtube channels.  One of the things that really stands out about this interview is her visual analogies for some of the harder experiences in grief. It made a lot more sense to have a metaphorical image to visualize when talking about the complex emotions involved in handling death related loss.  Bar...2023-05-0156 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeInitial Responses to Grief and LossOn this new Grief Refuge podcast episode, Founder and Host, Reid Peterson, shares his thoughts regarding some of the initial responses and reactions to a death related loss. These include:  Shock Numbness Denial Disbelief Repression Distraction Avoidance It’s tragic. Losing someone you love so deeply or someone who had such an impact on your life is very painful. It hurts in ways that some people can’t begin to describe. And even if you had a heads up that death was coming, you still may feel unprepared and overwhelmed with all of the emotions invol...2023-03-3117 minOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and ParentingOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting[Part 2] Finding Hope When Grief Feels Hopeless by Reid PetersonReid Peterson of Grief Refuge talks about finding hope when grief feels hopeless. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 1688: [Part 2] Finding Hope When Grief Feels Hopeless by Reid PetersonGrief Refuge experiences are facilitated by Reid Peterson, MA. Reid achieved a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychology (Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, 2007) and is trained by Dr. Alan Wolfelt from the Center for Loss & Life Transition. Reid's approach utilizes Dr. Wolfelt's Companioning philosophy; with an emphasis on presence, nature, spirituality, and heart-centered-care for the bereaved. Reid is the 'voice' of Grief Refuge: narrating podcast episodes and The Daily R...2023-03-1911 minOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and ParentingOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting[Part 1] Finding Hope When Grief Feels Hopeless by Reid PetersonReid Peterson of Grief Refuge talks about finding hope when grief feels hopeless. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 1687: [Part 1] Finding Hope When Grief Feels Hopeless by Reid PetersonGrief Refuge experiences are facilitated by Reid Peterson, MA. Reid achieved a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychology (Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, 2007) and is trained by Dr. Alan Wolfelt from the Center for Loss & Life Transition. Reid's approach utilizes Dr. Wolfelt's Companioning philosophy; with an emphasis on presence, nature, spirituality, and heart-centered-care for the bereaved. Reid is the 'voice' of Grief Refuge: narrating podcast episodes and The Daily R...2023-03-1812 minGrief and Rebirth: Finding the Joy in LifeGrief and Rebirth: Finding the Joy in LifeReid Peterson: There Are Times When It Is Normal, Appropriate, And Proper To Experience Sorrow Of The SoulReid Peterson is a grief counselor who is the creator and founder of a mobile app for grief support called Grief Refuge. He has a master’s degree in Transpersonal Psychology, and he has been certified in Death & Grief Studies by the Center for Loss & Life Transition. After losing his biological father to suicide in 2006 and his stepfather to cancer in 2016, Reid felt a calling to help the grieving find peace and purpose after loss. His Grief Refuge app is a daily companion that helps navigate the grief journey, providing comfort and solace in a time of need. Its 7 fe...2023-03-0839 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeReducing Grief to ZeroAre you tired of people trying to fix your grief or judging you for feeling a certain way? If so, you will want to listen to this Grief Refuge podcast conversation with Stephenie Zamora.  On this podcast episode, Grief Refuge founder, Reid Peterson, and Stephanie discuss the ways grief’s “Dark and Twisty” overwhelm someone experiencing loss and not knowing who they are right now, or who they are going to be when they get their grief bearings down. This is a truly authentic conversation about grief that we hope helps you put your own loss in...2023-01-0255 minOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and ParentingOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting[Part 2] How Goals and Intentions Help With Grief by Reid PetersonReid Peterson of Grief Refuge talks about how goals and intentions help with grief. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 1588: [Part 2] How Goals and Intentions Help With Grief by Reid PetersonGrief Refuge experiences are facilitated by Reid Peterson, MA. Reid achieved a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychology (Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, 2007) and is trained by Dr. Alan Wolfelt from the Center for Loss & Life Transition. Reid's approach utilizes Dr. Wolfelt's Companioning philosophy; with an emphasis on presence, nature, spirituality, and heart-centered-care for the bereaved. Reid is the 'voice' of Grief Refuge: narrating podcast episodes and T...2022-12-2110 minOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and ParentingOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting[Part 1] How Goals and Intentions Help With Grief by Reid PetersonReid Peterson of Grief Refuge talks about how goals and intentions help with grief. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 1587: [Part 1] How Goals and Intentions Help With Grief by Reid PetersonGrief Refuge experiences are facilitated by Reid Peterson, MA. Reid achieved a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychology (Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, 2007) and is trained by Dr. Alan Wolfelt from the Center for Loss & Life Transition. Reid's approach utilizes Dr. Wolfelt's Companioning philosophy; with an emphasis on presence, nature, spirituality, and heart-centered-care for the bereaved. Reid is the 'voice' of Grief Refuge: narrating podcast episodes and T...2022-12-2010 minEmbracing GriefEmbracing GriefEp. 04: Grief Refuge A Conversation with Reid PetersonWe are so excited to share our first podcast interview, and it's with an amazing human.  Reid  Peterson achieved Master's degree in Transpersonal Psychology. And is certified in Death and Grief studies by the Center for Loss and Life Transition.After losing his biological father to suicide in 2006 and his stepfather to cancer in 2016, Reid felt a calling to help the grieving find peace and purpose after loss. The Grief Refuge App was born.   It can be best described as a compassionate companion for your grief journey. We were really impressed with the...2022-10-1754 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeWhat to do When Grief Weighs You DownOf the many descriptions for what grief feels like, a common one is “weight that holds you down.”  This is hard and painful. No one really wants to feel this way. But it happens. And people struggle when they don’t know what to do when they feel this way. On today’s episode of the Grief Refuge podcast, Founder of Grief Refuge, Reid Peterson, shares some thoughts and reflections for what to do when grief weighs you down. The tips are simple and effective. Listen to the full episode to get guidance and help...2022-10-1424 minTendrils of GriefTendrils of GriefA Daily Support for Grievers with Reid PetersonSusan, your host, welcomes Reid Peterson to today’s episode.   Reid, the founder of Grief Refuge, provides its community of users with a source of solace when they’re in pain and discomfort from grief. The app is a hub that fulfills grievers’ emotional needs. Support for people going through the grief journey is imperative for both the griever and their loved ones. When people are facing grief and go without support it ends up hurting more than it helps.   Grief Refuge content is created by Reid, MA. Reid achieved a Masters...2022-09-2642 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeSharing Your Grieving Soul on Social MediaThere’s a risk in sharing grief and mourning on social media. The risk includes how vulnerable you feel and how that vulnerability is, or is not received. Negative comments may (and often do) happen, and when vulnerable, can cause a lot of pain and hurt. Is it helpful to share your grieving soul on social media? It’s a question that has a lot of different opinions and answers. On today's Grief Refuge podcast, Reid Peterson has a conversation with Dr. Serign Marong about his grief journey and how he took the risk to post...2022-09-0130 minThe Power of Love ShowThe Power of Love Show‘Grief Refuge App’ With Creator Reid PetersonOn this episode of The Power of Love Show we welcome special guest, Reid Peterson. Reid Peterson, MA is the creator of The Grief Refuge app. Reid achieved a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychology (Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, 2007) and is certified in Death & Grief Studies by the Center for Loss & Life Transition. After losing his biological father to suicide in 2006 and his stepfather to cancer in 2016, Reid felt a calling to help the grieving find peace and purpose after loss and thus came the Grief Refuge app. The Grief Refuge app is best described as: ‘A Compassionate Companion for Your Gr...2022-08-1847 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeStaying Heart-centered Through Death and Loss“Death is not a medical experience. It’s a human one.” That is a quote from Suzanne O’Brien, my guest for this Grief Refuge podcast episode. If you haven’t met Suzanne O’Brien, you’ll be glad you listened to this podcast episode. Suzanne is the Founder of Doulagivers, an organization that trains people who care for other people at the end of their life. Suzanne is a very passionate person who is here to help make the dying process more graceful.  On this Grief Refuge podcast episode, Reid and Suzanne discuss many aspects of “bed...2022-08-1549 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeWhat it Means to Be a Grief CompanionGetting grief support can be a very difficult thing. You may find some available resources but they can come with strings attached. Often, people that are grieving feel like they have to be a certain way or they will be judged for what feels more authentic to them. Kind of like a “my grief must fit in this box in order to feel accepted in order to experience a sense of healing.” In order to heal and to re-integrate loss into life moving forward, grievers need to authentically express their emotions regarding their loss… And that includes all of...2022-07-1537 minSo Sorry For Your Loss: Not Your Average Grief GroupSo Sorry For Your Loss: Not Your Average Grief GroupFinding Peace & Purpose After Loss: Reid Peterson on Founding the Grief Refuge AppReid Peterson is no stranger to grief and has had several, very different experiences with loss in his lifetime. Reid experienced death first at the age of 10 when a friend and classmate died of spinal meningitis. He went on to lose his biological father to suicide in 2006 and his stepfather to cancer in 2016. He felt compelled to help the grieving find peace and purpose after loss. Reid achieved a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychology from the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology in 2007 and is certified in Death & Grief Studies by the Center for Loss & Life Transition. 2022-06-2843 minThe Death Dialogues Project PodcastThe Death Dialogues Project Podcast118. Peace & Purpose After Loss: Reid PetersonReid Peterson is the Creator of Grief Refuge, a mobile app that is a daily companion to people in grief. Reid's biological father died in 2006 and his stepfather died in 2016. After losing both father figures in his life, he sought support through community grief counseling and support groups. After realizing comfort and solace could be provided to grievers more consistently, he made the Grief Refuge app to provide support on a daily basis. Reid lives with his wife, Jessica, in Santa Barbara, California. Reid often shares his story of losing both father figures in his life and the grief that...2022-06-1647 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeA Comforting Resource for Pregnancy and Infant LossAs a parent, there are timelines that start long before your child is born. When you lose a child during pregnancy or infancy, the timelines often get dismissed and written off as “less than” losses by our society. TEARS is an amazing resource that provides financial and emotional support to families that want to honor their child and make sure they are never forgotten. On today’s Grief Refuge podcast episode, Reid interviews and converses with Kim Freeman, the AZ chapter leader for TEARS. Kim shares more about her personal story and the ways that TEARS...2022-06-1549 minGive Grief A ChanceGive Grief A ChanceA Chat With Reid PetersonThis week I had the pleasure of chatting with Reid Peterson who is the founder and creator of the Grief Refuge mobile app. After losing his biological father to suicide in 2006 and his stepfather to cancer in 2016, Reid felt a calling to help the grieving find peace and purpose after loss. Grief Refuge is your daily companion to help navigate the difficult journey called grief, it's a safe and sacred tool to explore grief related feelings, and to support you everyday so your grief fees more manageable.2022-06-0133 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeGrieving the Loss of Someone You Didn't LikeThere’s a term in grief support called “disenfranchised grief.” It means that your grief experience isn’t accepted or doesn’t fit in with the greater societal attitudes about how a death related loss is handled.  In essence, disenfranchised grief stops you from feeling fully supported. When you don’t feel supported, the emotional pain progresses and you can feel more isolated and lonely. One aspect of disenfranchised grief is that of losing someone you didn’t like. Whether permanent or situational to the time of their death, it’s still disenfranchised.  You’re less likely to get g...2022-06-0145 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeHow Relationships Change After Traumatic LossFor many, there’s a moment in grief when you realize the experience is much bigger than you. You realize grief can’t be bottled up, avoided, or even controlled. You realize that grief is better served by befriending it, giving it space to better understand, and expressing it by sharing it with other people who won’t judge you for feeling the way you feel. And then there’s trauma… Trauma breaks trust. It breaks trust with people, the world, nature, and sometimes even a higher power.  On today’s Grief Refuge podcast, auth...2022-05-1555 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeHow Complicated Relationships Impact Grief, Mourning, and HealingIn your grief, have you ever asked yourself “Who am I without my special person?” Have you thought about certain things that made your relationship complicated and how that might impact your grieving process? If so, you will love this guest interview with Kate Burns. On today’s Grief Refuge podcast, Kate opens up to share some of the hard truths about the loss of her mother and the journey she’s embarked on to embrace a self-identity that comes from within. I am deeply touched by Kate’s vulnerability, honesty, and insightfulness. This is a deep con...2022-05-0153 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeGrieving Well, Actively Mourning, and Reclaiming Your LifeIn grief, some peoples’ hearts are broken so wide open, that as they get repaired, their hearts fill with compassion. So much so that the innate desire to help others grows and gets louder and louder until it seems like there’s no longer a choice. Something must be done to help.   Today’s Grief Refuge podcast guest is Sadie Beyl. Sadie’s life plans changed forever when her husband Paul died only 3 days before they were scheduled to move from South Africa to Italy. Sadie shares parts of her story of loss, her desire to grieve...2022-04-1531 minThe Mourning DoveThe Mourning DoveReid Peterson | Refuge in GriefWe are starting off Season Three of the Mourning Dove with a conversation with App creator Reid Peterson! Reid discovered that nature and meditation helped him find comfort while grieving. These discoveries led Reid to create the App “Grief Refuge”.  In this episode, we chat about Reid’s grief journey as well as his insights on surviving great loss. I highly encourage listeners to check out the beautiful Grief Refuge app as well as their Instagram @griefrefugeapp www.instagram.com/griefrefugeapp/ you can also visit their website www.griefrefuge.com To share your story and engage...2022-04-0634 minGrief Is My Side HustleGrief Is My Side HustleEp. 53. Reid Peterson: Grief RefugeReid Peterson FOUNDER/CREATOR Grief Refuge content is created by Reid Peterson, MA. Reid achieved a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychology (Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, 2007) and is certified in Death & Grief Studies by the Center for Loss & Life Transition. After losing his biological father to suicide in 2006 and his stepfather to cancer in 2016, Reid felt a calling to help the grieving find peace and purpose after loss.   https://www.griefrefuge.com 2022-04-0552 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeYoga Therapy for GriefThere are times when words just can’t explain what you are feeling. These are the times when your grief has too strong of a grip over you. These are also the times when moving your body to express your emotions is very helpful. The embodied movement helps to process grief, release tension, and help create internal shifts that make grief more manageable and bearable.  Today’s Grief Refuge podcast guest is Breanna Stutheit. Breanna is a Yoga therapist in Canada and the creator of the Move with Grief yoga program. Breanna shares more of her personal story...2022-04-0138 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeGrief and the Fear of the UnknownCall it an irony or even a paradox but grief has the power to pull you into more unknowns than what feels comfortable. Too much change is scary and the transitions are painful. Today’s guest is Jan Owen. Jan is a licensed therapist in Alabama and the author of the book Fighting Forward. Jan shares more of her personal story and provides helpful guidance for anyone grieving and struggling with the fear of the unknown.  Healing is hard work. When loss, grief, and trauma are the culprits, it’s hard to believe that everything will...2022-03-1539 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeConversations That Help Prevent Teen SuicideToday’s guest is Kari Eckart from Robbie’s Hope foundation. Kari and her husband, Jason, are on a mission to end teen suicide and empower kids so that their voices are heard when they are struggling. Kari shares the loss of her son Robbie, experiences of "hold on, pain ends" (HOPE), and the ways Robbie’s Hope Foundation helps teens feel seen and heard through suicidal ideation and other life challenges. Kari speaks of resources, shares vulnerability, and discloses alarming statistics that make you realize more can be done for adults to be available for kids and th...2022-03-0128 minThe Heart of Hospice PodcastThe Heart of Hospice PodcastFinding Refuge in Grief with Reid Peterson, Episode 104Reid Peterson of Grief Refuge brings a serene energy to our conversation about grief support, self care, and finding your normal inside a grief journey. Thanks for connecting with The Heart of Hospice!  Reid is the founder and creator of the Grief Refuge app.  He holds a masters degree in transpersonal psychology, and is certified in death and grief studies by the Center for Loss and Life Transition. Reid lost his biological father to suicide, and his stepfather to cancer.  His personal experience helped him identify the need for grief support after a loss. He created the Grief Refuge app...2022-03-0146 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeGrief Support for Widowed FathersEven though everyone’s grief journey is unique, there are still expectations and preconceived notions for how someone is supposed to grieve. “How can I be strong? Am I grieving right? Is it okay to feel this way?” These are some of the things that men as widowed fathers can think and feel throughout their grief. Today’s Grief Refuge podcast episode is an interview with Dr. Justin Yopp, psychologist and member of the UNC Comprehensive Cancer Support Program at the North Carolina Cancer Hospital. Justin shares a conversation with Reid about some of the stereotypes, emotions, and appr...2022-02-1536 minLegacy Roadmap PodcastLegacy Roadmap PodcastBeata Seweryn-Reid Love for Serving Beata shares about the disadvantages for an immigrant with a heavy accent, and yet did it anyway. She talks about her monkey mind and the challenges of the imposter voice. If you love to serve and give to others, add value to the world you can help people. Check out more of Beata Website: BeataSpeaks.com, beatalifecoaching.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/beata-seweryn-reid-974274109 Facebook: facebook.com/beata.seweryn.12 Instagram: Instagram.com/beata_seweryn.reid YouTube: bit.ly/3710KgG Did you love the value that we are put...2022-02-0250 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeGrieving, Healing, and Serving OthersThroughout the grief journey, there comes a time when you contemplate your purpose. You may feel more lost than ever or deeply inspired to be a source of hope and healing for others. “What do I do now?” becomes a fundamental question for how to move forward. The answer dictates whether grief takes over or if your story of loss can transform into a one of continued love. Today’s Grief Refuge podcast episode is an interview with Pat Sheveland, the Creator and Director of the Confident Grief Coaching program. Pat shares more about her BREATHE coaching model...2022-02-0141 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeHonoring Our FallenThe U.S. military serves as defense of the state and its interests against external armed threats. Many members lose their lives as part of active duty, other types of service, accidents, and other causes. What happens when everyday becomes a memorial for the families of the fallen? Today’s episode is an interview with Laura Herzog, Founder of Honoring Our Fallen. Laura shares more about the organization and the services and types of care it provides.  If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily companionship, comfort, car...2022-01-1529 minIt\'s the Miami Knight Show-Grief TalkIt's the Miami Knight Show-Grief TalkITMKS-Grief Talk with Reid Peterson: Grief Refuge HIS-STORYReid Peterson FOUNDER/CREATOR griefrefuge.com Grief Refuge content is created by Reid Peterson, MA. Reid achieved a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychology (Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, 2007) and is certified in Death & Grief Studies by the Center for Loss & Life Transition. After losing his biological father to suicide in 2006 and his stepfather to cancer in 2016, Reid felt a calling to help the grieving find peace and purpose after loss. Today’s episode features: *Reid's unique journey and what inspired him beyond grief *Common myths about male grief *Connecting with nature during difficult times *The benefits of Grief Refuge App *Lessons le...2022-01-1441 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeSetting Goals for Grief and LossSetting goals in life can be helpful. How helpful is setting goals in your grief? This episode explores the answer to this important question, offers some suggestions for goals to set, and also provides an alternative if setting goals doesn't feel right at this time.  If you need more grief support, download the Grief Refuge app for daily companionship, comfort, care, and compassionate guidance for managing grief (on iOS and Android).2022-01-0120 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeThe Heart of HospiceHow is grief managed in the hospice setting? In this conversation with Helen Bauer and Jerry Fenter from “The Heart of Hospice,” we discuss grief in hospice settings and how to help people live a high quality end of life experience. Do you need more grief support? Download the Grief Refuge app for daily companionship, comfort, care, and compassionate suggestions for managing grief (on iOS and Android)2021-12-1537 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeFaith and GriefWhen you are grieving, faith can have a lasting impact on how you perceive the world. You can lose faith. You can grow in faith. On today’s episode, Reid interviews Gary Roe, the author of several books on grief, about his source of faith and how he leans on it to navigate the challenging thoughts and feelings that grief brings to life. Do you need more grief support? Download the Grief Refuge app for daily companionship, comfort, care, and compassionate suggestions for managing grief (on iOS and Android)2021-12-0138 minGrief RefugeGrief Refuge5 Ways Guilt Can Impact GriefGuilt is a common emotion one feels in grief. This episode explains 5 different types of guilt that grievers often feel: Survivor Guilt, Relief-Guilt, Joy-Guilt, Magical Thinking, and Long Standing Personality Factors. An overview of each one is provided. Is grief making your grief feel worse? Download the Grief Refuge app for more support and comfort (on iOS and Android)2021-11-1522 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeExpressing Grief Through More Than WordsSometimes you just need to process grief in a way that's different from the norm. Sometimes you need something more than talking through your feelings. Sometimes you need more than a good cry. Sometimes you need to do something that allows you to express exactly what you’re feeling. On today’s episode, Gabriela Georges from The Grief Cocoon shares her expertise in helping to hold space and time for people to explore their grief in creative and healing ways.  Get more support and comfort for your grieving heart by downloading the Grief Refuge app (on i...2021-11-0138 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeReaching Out From The EmptinessYou may not recognize her name but you will know her sorrow. It is a tremendous honor to interview Patty Reis on the Grief Refuge Podcast. Patty is one of the rare people in this world who has felt the depths of despair and has made choices to be a source of light in someone else’s dark- when it’s needed most. Enjoy this meaningful interview: shared from one grieving Soul to another. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app (iOS and Android) for more grief support.2021-10-1545 minGrief Out LoudGrief Out LoudMaking Grief Less Lonely - Reid Peterson & Grief RefugeReid Peterson, MA, recently launched Grief Refuge, an app that enable users to access daily grief support, when and where it's most convenient for them. Reid came to this work through his personal experience of grieving the deaths of his step-father and biological father. At a time when many of us both love and hate the digital world, Grief Refuge, makes support more accessible and grief a little less lonely, no matter where you live or where you are in your grief.  Learn more and download the Grief Refuge app.  Follow Reid and Grief Refuge on Facebook an...2021-10-0838 minGrief Out LoudGrief Out LoudMaking Grief Less Lonely - Reid Peterson & Grief RefugeReid Peterson, MA, recently launched Grief Refuge, an app that enable users to access daily grief support, when and where it's most convenient for them. Reid came to this work through his personal experience of grieving the deaths of his step-father and biological father. At a time when many of us both love and hate the digital world, Grief Refuge, makes support more accessible and grief a little less lonely, no matter where you live or where you are in your grief.  Learn more and download the Grief Refuge app.  Follow Reid and Grief Refuge on Facebook an...2021-10-0838 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeHow to Live Well Through GriefIs there a way to live well, even while grieving? Grief Refuge welcomes Andrèa Grace Phillips from Griefway to share more about the loss of her son, Roman, and their continued relationship. Andrèa also shares how their connection and commitment to each other influences the services of Griefway: which includes grief guidance, support groups, and retreats for people in need. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app (iOS and Android) for more grief support.2021-10-0142 minGrieve Me AloneGrieve Me AloneInterview with Reid Peterson: Creator of the Grief Refuge appIn this day and age, the number of grievers is uncountable and the resources we have to assist us along our grief journey is limited, so I was especially grateful to discover there was a fellow griever out there in the world who not only imagined an app but also put in the hard work amidst their griefy daily life to bring this tool to life. Reid Peterson is the Creator of the Grief Refuge app. Grief Refuge is a daily companion to help support people on the grief journey. It can be downloaded for free on both iOS...2021-09-261h 21Conversations with Courageous Cancer WarriorsConversations with Courageous Cancer WarriorsConversation with Courageous Grief Refuge App Creator Reid PetersonReid Peterson is the Creator of Grief Refuge, a mobile app that provides daily support to people in grief. Reid's biological father died in 2006 and his stepfather died in 2016. After realizing grief support could be provided more consistently, he made the Grief Refuge app to be a daily companion to help navigate the grief journey.Reid lives with his wife, Jessica, in Santa Barbara, California. He enjoys quality time at the beach, hiking to process emotions, and other activities to be a better version of himself.Website: griefrefuge.com--- This episode is sponsored...2021-09-2020 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeCoping With Sentimental Objects After a DeathIt’s often a watch or another piece of jewelry. It be can heirloom items as unique as giraffe statues or it can weigh over 900 lbs. Whatever the sentimental object is, it has meaning and it keeps a connection to the special person you lost. On this Grief Refuge podcast episode, Reid narrates an article he wrote with his grief companioning colleague, Belinda Kock, to speak to the hard decisions of what to do with sentimental objects when coping with grief. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app (iOS and Android) for more grief su...2021-09-1527 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeTranspersonal Experiences in Dying, Death and GriefIn times of brokenness, weakness, and despair, it’s not uncommon to have an experience that feels more than human. A connection to the Divine, communicating with a loved in Spirit form, and feelings of complete peace and grace: these are often labeled Transpersonal experiences.  On this Grief Refuge podcast episode, Reid interviews Scott Janssen about his social work in hospice and what is shared when patients know sacred space is being held for them. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app (iOS and Android) for more grief support.2021-09-011h 21Grief RefugeGrief RefugeAdapting to Life After Mom's Death“Preparing for death doesn’t mean you’re ever prepared.” A wise message from “Tina,” a Grief Refuge community member who shares her story of adapting to life after the loss of her mother. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app (iOS and Android) for more grief support.2021-08-1516 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeHow to Find Your Community of Grief SupportIt’s hard to find support for your grief. It’s even harder to find a community that can provide the support you need. On this episode, I interview Sara Cobb from My Grief Connection- who is putting her heart and Soul into making it easier to find your community of grief support.  Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app (iOS or Android) for grief support every day.2021-08-0139 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeHow to Honor Your GriefIt's common to honor a loved one who has passed. How about honoring your grief? This episode talks you through what it means to honor your grief, why it's important, and how to do it.  Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app (iOS and Android) for more grief support.2021-07-1517 minProcessingProcessingReid Peterson- "Pfannkuchen"On this week's show we welcome Reid Peterson. Reid has a Master's Degree in Transpersonal Psychology, and was trained by Dr. Alan Wolfelt from the Center for Loss & Life Transition. Reid works as a Grief companion, and has also launched the Grief Refuge App and podcast. After the passing of his stepfather in 2016, Reid spent time in local support groups. This influenced him to create a means of grief support on a larger, more broadly reaching scale. We loved our talk with Reid. His gentle demeanor and wisdom made for a very special conversation. Please download the Grief Refuge...2021-07-021h 06Grief RefugeGrief RefugeManaging Grief When The World Acts Like You Should Be Over ItProfessionals call it "Prolonged Grief:" grief after the first year. It's taboo'd and can invoke feelings of shame if your grief still hurts. Karyn Arnold from Grief In Common joins me for a conversation about managing grief in the 2nd year of loss- when you can feel even more isolated because you're still grieving but the world has moved on.  Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app (iOS and Android) for more grief support.2021-07-0134 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeBound for Grief: A Fatherless OdysseyToday, I'm sharing a personal story from my own experience. This story is one of many on the Grief Refuge app. If you're not getting enough grief support right now, download the app  (iOS and Android).2021-06-1523 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeGrieving Around (and with) ChildrenParents are in a difficult situation when they have to hold their grief and the grief of their children. This episode is an interview with Mia Mendoza, Program Director at the Children's Grief Center of New Mexico. Mia shares more about the general ways children grieve and how adults can grieve around (and with) children. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app (iOS and Android) for more grief support.2021-06-0141 minGrief RefugeGrief Refuge5 Unspoken Truths About GriefIn a culture of striving to move forward and get ahead, grief can put someone in a very uncomfortable and unfamiliar position. 5 Unspoken Truths About Grief will help you better understand your grieving process and provide support along your journey.  Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app (on iOS and Android) for more comfort and solace while grieving. 2021-05-1417 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugePain and Grief From Pet LossThere are a lot of people feeling a lot of pain for the loss of their pet. Today I interviewed Coleen Ellis from Two Hearts Pet Loss Center to have a deep and meaningful conversation regarding pet related grief. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app (iOS and Android) for more grief support.2021-05-0136 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeGrief Related RegretRegret really hurts. It hurts emotionally and psychologically. Grief related regret can result in self judgment, sadness, shame, or depression. Some ways to work through grief related regret include reframing, apologizing, self compassion, and forgiveness.  Listen to the full episode for all the details. #grief #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefhurts #dealingwithgrief #loveandloss #griefawareness #griefwork #griefislove #griefhealing #griefrefuge2021-04-1527 minGrief RefugeGrief Refuge3 Ways to Set Clear Boundaries When You're GrievingIn life, it's common to care take and put someone else's needs before yours. In grief, it's common to get lost in emotions; not knowing what's true or real. When grief hits, it helps to set clear boundaries. This podcast episode will help you learn how.  Download the Grief Refuge app for more comfort and support on your grief journey.2021-04-0115 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeGrief Support Groups on FacebookIt's easier than ever to find grief support on Facebook. There are dozens of groups made to help you feel comfort and support.  But do these groups really help? This episode discusses some of the ways grief support groups on Facebook can help and hurt you. #grief #griefandloss #griefsupport #healing #griefjourney2021-03-1517 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeHow Mindfulness Helps With GriefGrief can be overwhelming and it helps to have tools to cope with loss and all the feelings it creates. Today, I interviewed Heather Stang, the Director of the Mindfulness and Grief Institute about how mindfulness helps with grief. Learn more about Heather's new book From Grief to Peace here. #grief #loss #copingwithloss #mindfulnessandgrief #healing2021-03-0151 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeWhat I Miss About You The MostIt's comforting to listen to other people share the story of their losses. In this episode, four wonderful people share parts of their personal stories. They share what they miss the most about their special loved ones. Narrated by Reid Peterson from Grief Refuge #grief #loss #griefsupport #griefandloss2021-02-1518 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeHealing From Grief: How Does One Do It?We all want to feel better when we're grieving. We also know feeling better isn't as simple as turning on the light switch. This episode shares important ways to help your healing process. #grief #loss #healing2021-02-0123 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeComing to Peace with the Pain of Loss and GriefSometimes loss can be so detrimental. All you can do is lean into it and see where it takes you. Hear Benjamin Allen's story and wisdom shared from his grief and healing in the afterloss. Follow Benjamin's page on Facebook. Contact Benjamin via his website. #grief #loss #healing2021-01-1744 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeFour Stories of How Life Changed After LossGrief will change your life. In what way and how much really depends on you. Listen to four stories from people who experienced grief in unique ways. Get more support at griefrefuge.com #grief #loss #bereavement #healing #life #death #griefsupport #love2021-01-0319 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeFinding Hope When Grief Feels HopelessGrief is a type of pain that can imprison hope. This episode shares 9 different ways to find hope when grief feels hopeless. More grief support at griefrefuge.com2020-12-2122 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeWhat To Do With GriefThe stages of grief won't help. What will depends on how honest you are with your feelings. Get more grief support at griefrefuge.com #grief #loss #bereavement #healingfromloss2020-12-0314 minGrief RefugeGrief Refuge3 Tips For Finding Joy When Grief Is Really HardMany struggle with only feeling the sadness and sorrow all the time. This episode helps to take some small steps for when grief really hurts but you need more joy in life. More support to find joy and purpose at griefrefuge.com #grief #griefandloss #loss #joy #bereavement2020-11-1418 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeSurrendering to Your Grief to GrowMany people want to be strong in their grief. They search for ways to over power or control grief feelings. However, that could cause more pain.  As a paradox, the strength happens when you surrender. This episode tells you how. If you need more support for your grief journey, please visit griefrefuge.com2020-10-2916 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeAre You In a Grief Support Group?This is an announcement for a special grief support group starting October 15th. In this group, you will transform grief into definitive purpose.  There are a couple spots open. If you need the additional support, please select this link to sign up.2020-10-0901 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugePart II: What Grief Feels Like to a Highly Sensitive PersonPart I of What Grief Feels Like to a Highly Sensitive Person helped articulate the immense sensations and how deeply feelings are felt for highly sensitive people. Part II shares 3 stories of Highly Sensitive People and the rituals they created to help their grief.  If you are highly sensitive and you need support establishing rituals for your grief, contact me on the Grief Refuge website for help.2020-09-3027 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeWhat Grief Feels Like to a Highly Sensitive Person1 in 5 people are Highly Sensitive. This podcast episode is the first time anyone has articulated the feelings of grief for highly sensitive people. 2020-09-1517 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeTouching Your GriefThere's an important thing that happens when you express your grief. Learn how to access the grief doorway to a more profound healing and transformation. Visit griefrefuge.com for more support and grief care.2020-08-1215 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeHow to Feel Less Guilt in GriefGrief by itself is painful. Add guilt to the mix and it's debilitating. This episode helps you know why guilt happens in grief and helps you feel more cared for. For more grief support, visit griefrefuge.com2020-07-2824 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeHow Rituals Help With GriefOne of the many tools to help get through grief is to establish rituals. Learn the ways rituals can help dissipate pain caused by grief. For support with your personal grief, visit griefrefuge.com2020-06-2811 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeGrief and LonelinessIs it normal to feel completely alone when in grief? This podcast episode helps to understand how loneliness plays a part in the grieving process. If you need more support for your grief visit griefrefuge.com2020-05-3112 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeGrief and ForgivenessThere are times when if we feel into our grief, we find opportunities to forgive. This episode shares two stories from two adult males that when they gave their grief the space, they found ways to forgive. Get more grief support at griefrefuge.com2020-05-1510 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeIs Now a Good Time To Grieve?Timing and grief aren't the best companions. Often, when grief comes up the timing couldn't be worse. This episode shares a story about a tragic loss and how I handled the timing of it. For support with your personal grief, visit griefrefuge.com2020-04-2715 minGet to Know Your Wedding Pro®Get to Know Your Wedding Pro®Episode 100 (Erika Peterson, PlanningSavvy)Hear from Erika Peterson, co-owner of PlanningSavvy. “PlanningSavvy is a full service wedding and event planning company, located in the beautiful Seattle area. We offer an array of wedding packages, from simple Day-Of coordination to full service, "all the bells and whistles, arrive and not worry about a thing". With the added bonus of having a planning company of two, you are guaranteed the expertise of a team. We will work with your ideas and style to create an amazing celebration. If you can’t plan a wedding without a glass of wine in hand, it’s simply not worth planni...2020-04-221h 08Grief RefugeGrief RefugeGrieving a Much Needed HugPhysical touch is dying right now for many people. And it's hard! If you need grief support during these troubling times, please visit griefrefuge.com to inquire about extra help.2020-04-1509 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeThat Time Tom Petty, Stevie Nix, and The Police Helped My GriefIt's the little things that make a big difference these days. This story helps us understand more about unexpected conversations help us find relief in grief. More grief support is available at griefrefuge.com2020-04-0811 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeGrieving the Loss of Normal LifeLife changed overnight when leaders started ordering social distancing and shelter-at-home guidelines. It's put people in extremely vulnerable and fearful situations.  This episode helps to manage some of the emotions you may be going through in these extremely terrifying times.  Please contact me at griefrefuge.com if you need extra support.2020-03-2616 minGrief RefugeGrief RefugeMissing John- A Grief StoryGrief Refuge produces stories to help people heal from grief. This story is about John, a friend who died by suicide.  For events focused on Healing grief, visit griefrefuge.com2020-03-1616 minTrust the Process ShowTrust the Process ShowGET SOME - Vol. 20 - What I learned from NFL Wide Receiver, Marcus PetersonIn this volume of GET SOME, I dive into my four takeaway learnings from my interview on episode 34 on Trust the Process Show with NFL WR, Marcus Peterson.  My four takeaways are learnings that you can use in your current process to help you achieve what you're doing. You don't need to be a football player to learn from a guy like Marcus.  Tune in to find out what my takeaways are! If you had other learning's from my episode with Marcus, I ask that you let me know and share this episode...2019-10-2513 minTrust the Process ShowTrust the Process ShowEp. 34 - Ft. NFL Wide Receiver, Entrepreneur, Model and Actor - Marcus PetersonOn this episode of  Trust the Process Show, I connect with former LA Charger, founder of "MP" Motivational Apparel, Model and Actor, Marcus Peterson.  Marcus was a great interview. It is absolutely amazing to talk with a man who had accomplished what he has and to learn what his process has been along his way.  To learn more about Marcus and his brand, visit his website at https://mpmotivationalapparel.com/. This episode is a must listen!  Please remember to subsribe to the show and leave the show a 5-star...2019-10-2134 minGame Change Your BizGame Change Your Biz98: Take Your Marketing to the Next Level with Reid PetersonHow is your current marketing strategy working for your business? Do you need a fresh approach? Today’s show is about bridging the gap between “I don’t have time to do this myself” and “I don’t have the money to hire someone else.” My guest says, “Let me SHOW you how!” Reid Peterson, MA, CMT, is the founder and owner of Bodywork Business Pro. His company helps massage and bodywork practitioners increase their online presence and grow their clientele. Join us to learn how Reid’s tips and advice may be just the thing to take your marketing...2018-03-1517 minPod De Deux » Pod de Deux podcast episodesPod De Deux » Pod de Deux podcast episodesGO SEE DANCE[!]: Reid Bartelme, ReprisedWe brought costume designer Reid Bartelme back to the studio, nearly a year after our first interview with him, to delve further into his design process and his vast knowledge of the dance landscape at large. In the meantime to our 2015 interview, the New York Times published an article about Reid highlighting his ability to […]2016-09-3057 minPod De Deux » Pod de Deux podcast episodesPod De Deux » Pod de Deux podcast episodesGO SEE DANCE[!]: Reid Bartelme, ReprisedWe brought costume designer Reid Bartelme back to the studio, nearly a year after our first interview with him, to delve further into his design process and his vast knowledge of the dance landscape at large. In the meantime to our 2015 interview, the New York Times published an article about Reid highlighting his ability to […]2016-09-301h 06Pod De DeuxPod De DeuxGO SEE DANCE[!]: Reid Bartelme, ReprisedWe brought costume designer Reid Bartelme back to the studio, nearly a year after our first interview with him, to delve further into his design process and his vast knowledge of the dance landscape at large. In the meantime to our 2015 interview, the New York Times published an article about Reid highlighting his ability to […]2016-09-301h 06TV Guidance CounselorTV Guidance CounselorTV Guidance Counselor Episode 150: Cassandra PetersonFor his monumental 150th (!) episode Ken is honored to welcome the fantastic, fabulous, one and only Cassandra Peterson, also known as Elvira Mistress of the Dark. Ken and Cassandra discuss who the hell she is, drag disguises, the trappings of celebrity, the great flood, Colorado, the 70s conservative Christian invaders, being a show girl in Las Vegas, living on a farm without a TV, "The Silver Ace", forced singing, Gunsmoke & Wrestling, coming from a costume Dynasty, Tina Louise, Gilligan's Island, I Dream of Genie, Destiny as the queen of Halloween, loving comedy, The Three Stooges, the golden...2016-05-171h 53Pod De DeuxPod De DeuxTHESE ARE ALL YOUR PEOPLE: Reid BartelmeIn this episode we found ourselves traversing a wide range of dance territory with the accomplished Costume Designer and Dancer, Reid Bartelme. We spent the majority of the hour exploring Reid’s process of finding his footing as a latecomer in the ballet world, where he nonetheless achieved early success dancing with some of North America’s […]2015-12-211h 05Pod De Deux » Pod de Deux podcast episodesPod De Deux » Pod de Deux podcast episodesTHESE ARE ALL YOUR PEOPLE: Reid BartelmeIn this episode we found ourselves traversing a wide range of dance territory with the accomplished Costume Designer and Dancer, Reid Bartelme. We spent the majority of the hour exploring Reid’s process of finding his footing as a latecomer in the ballet world, where he nonetheless achieved early success dancing with some of North America’s […]2015-12-2157 minPod De Deux » Pod de Deux podcast episodesPod De Deux » Pod de Deux podcast episodesTHESE ARE ALL YOUR PEOPLE: Reid BartelmeIn this episode we found ourselves traversing a wide range of dance territory with the accomplished Costume Designer and Dancer, Reid Bartelme. We spent the majority of the hour exploring Reid’s process of finding his footing as a latecomer in the ballet world, where he nonetheless achieved early success dancing with some of North America’s […]2015-12-211h 05Travel Wisdom Podcast -travel and learn languages for success and moneyTravel Wisdom Podcast -travel and learn languages for success and moneyEp 62 Reid Peterson on telling great stories to help uplift and inspire youReid Peterson has felt how stories can be powerful to uplift, teach, give you more meaning and depth- of what someone goes through, to provide more hope, inspiration, and support in your own life. He is the host of Life Changing Stories podcast and goes deep into the stories that changed people's lives and what they took from the experience. He was deeply inspired by the Chicken Soup For The Soul series of books that were immensely popular in the late 90’s. The stories were very touching. Being a person who learns from experience and enjoying the art of storytelling, the idea f...2015-04-2432 minEmpowered Relationship Podcast: Your Relationship Resource And GuideEmpowered Relationship Podcast: Your Relationship Resource And GuideERP 010: Our Story – A little Bit About Our Journey. With Reid Peterson Wedding Ceremony In this episode, you will hear my husband, Reid Peterson, and I share a little bit about our journey and some of what has been significant to us over the last several years. Recording this ...2015-04-1032 minGilles PetersonGilles PetersonSteve Reid Foundation Lift Off!Gilles set up the Steve Reid Foundation last year in memory of his close friend who sadly passed away after suffering from throat Cancer in April 2010 without the money for treatment that could have saved his life.Last years efforts to raise money were spearheaded by Gilles's marathon run, which he completed in 4 hours 43 minutes and 9 seconds. Rumour has it that he will do it again…!“This is something that is very close to me and that I feel strongly about, and wanted to set up something as a lasting legacy to help others in similar situations. To this end, I am...2012-08-131h 06Gilles PetersonGilles PetersonGilles Peterson Worldwide Vol.3 No. 4 // Steve Reid Tribute w/ Kieron Hebden(http://brownswoodrecordings.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/Hebden_Reid-1-453x340.jpg)An hour in the company of Kieran Hebden aka Fourtet, playing and reminiscing on the music of the late Steve Reid - includes a tremendous version of 'Strings Of Life'.Download the podcast HERE (http://media.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/content.blubrry.com/gillespeterson/65_Steve_Reid_Tribute.mp3)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2010-04-201h 06