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Heroes in GriefE69 - Emilio Parga - Executive Director SolaceTree.org - Pediatric ThanatologistEmilio Parga is the Founder and Executive Director of The Solace Tree, a non-profit grief and loss center for children, teens, adults, and families in Reno, Nevada. He is the author of No Child Should Grieve Alone and many other journals and books for children, teens, and adults experiencing death and loss.Celebrating 23 Years at The Solace Tree, Emilio has co-founded numerous grief centers in Nevada, and one in New York after September 11, 2001. He teaches courses at the University Nevada, Reno and the Nevada School of Medicine on death, dying and loss, and is frequently consulted to...
2025-11-0942 minHeroes in GriefE68 - Bernadette Thompson - Ancestral Healer - Grief & Trauma Expert - TellMeOurStory.comBernadette Thompson is an Intuitive Ancestral Healer, a certified Grief and Trauma expert, an End-of-Life Doula, and a trauma-informed genealogist. Her journey began with a spiritually transformative experience through her own grief, an awakening that changed everything and guided her to where she is today.As the owner of Tell Me Our Story, Ancestral Healing works with those who feel the ache of loss, helping them navigate their grief and find profound healing through Ancestral Healing and Spirit connections. She has been a panel speaker at 2024 and 2025 International Association of Near-Death Studies conference.Tell Me...
2025-11-0258 minHeroes in GriefE63 - Nina Rodriguez - Founder of Grief and Light, Podcast Host, and Grief GuideNina created the Grief and Light Podcast after the sudden and unexpected loss of her only sibling, Yosef, as an authentic exploration of grief and life after loss. Through each conversation, she aims to give a voice to the griever’s experience, and foster a more grief-informed, hopeful world. Beyond the podcast, Nina extends her heart-centered support through The Community, monthly circles, 1:1 grief tending sessions, speaking engagements, active presence on social media, and forthcoming in-person retreats.She has been featured in various publications and podcasts, regularly contributes to Get Griefy Magazine, co-authored Resilient A.F.: Stories of Resi...
2025-09-2857 min
Friends Missing Friends80. The Myth of Emotional Severance: 2 Girls With GriefIn today's episode, I chat with Rachel Dwyer and Kendel Rogers—the co-hosts of the podcast 2 Girls with Grief about integrating grief into your life, rather than emotionally severing. What do we mean by integrate? We mean rather than shoving the grief aside, pretending it doesn’t exist, and putting on a mask to the world—we embrace the grief, feel it fully, and show the world our WHOLE selves.We make comparisons to the show Severance (don’t worry, no spoilers!), and how it is a perfect metaphor for the idea of emotional severance as we gr...
2025-09-021h 01
Females Thriving Over ThirtyLet’s Talk About GriefIn this episode, the hosts discuss the complexities of grief with Kera Sanchez, founder of Get Griefy Magazine. They explore personal experiences with loss, the importance of community support, and the need to normalize conversations about grief. Kera shares her journey of creating a magazine that addresses grief in a relatable and colorful way, emphasizing that grief is not just about death but encompasses various life changes and losses. The conversation also touches on how to support children and partners through grief, the taboo surrounding miscarriage, and the importance of embracing life while navigating grief.Vote for...
2025-08-2849 min
Where I AmKera Sanchez and Blair Kaplan VenablesKera Sanchez is a High School Dean of Students in the Chicagoland area, a mom of 2, the wife of a Naval Officer and founder of Get Griefy Magazine. Through a blend of heartfelt narratives, expert advice, and uplifting content, Get Griefy aims to inspire readers to not only survive but to thrive in the face of loss.https://www.instagram.com/getgriefymagazine?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==https://www.getgriefymagazine.com/homeBlair Kaplan Venables, Founder + CEO of Blair Kaplan Communications and Founder of...
2025-06-041h 01
Griefy Girls Book ClubBook Club Pick: Joan Didion "Blue Nights"In this episode the Griefy Girls discuss their next book club pick, books on their TBRs and books they are excited to read. Get your copy on Amazon : https://amzn.to/3FenlM8Get your copy on bookshop.org https://bookshop.org/a/108716/9780307387387
2025-05-2231 min
The Great Detour15. Get Griefy with Kera Sanchez: Life After Loss and Finding Your Spark AgainIn this episode of The Great Detour™, Jess is joined by Kera Sanchez, a high school dean, mother of two, Navy wife, and the founder and editor-in-chief of Get Griefy Magazine. Together, they explore the complex terrain of grief — not just the heaviness, but also the creativity, community, and surprising ways we can carry loss without being consumed by it. Kera shares her deeply personal story of navigating profound grief after the sudden loss of her mother while in the midst of new motherhood, and how that experience inspired her to create a platform that helps others feel...
2025-05-1443 minGriefy Girls Book ClubCurrent Reads, Reviews & TBRWelcome to the griefy girls book club! This episode we talk share some book reviews, what's on our TRB and books we are excited for.We also announce our next book club pick!
2025-04-2459 minGriefy Girls Book ClubBeach Read by emily Henry Chapters 21-28In this episode kendel & rachel break down their favorite griefy and non griefy moments in emily henry's the beach read.
2025-04-1757 minGriefy Girls Book Club"Beach Read" Chapters 16-20In this episode, Kendel and Rachel dive into chapters 16-20 of Beach Read by Emily Henry, exploring the novel’s blend of romance, grief, and emotional depth. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion on love, loss, and the moments that make this book unforgettable
2025-04-111h 07Griefy Girls Book Club"Beach Read" by Emily Henry ch 11-15In this episode, Kendel and Rachel dive into chapters 11-15 of Beach Read by Emily Henry, exploring the novel’s blend of romance, grief, and emotional depth. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion on love, loss, and the moments that make this book unforgettable
2025-04-0338 minGriefy Girls Book Club"The Beach Read " By Emily Henry (Chapters 6-10)In this episode Rachel and Kendel go through their favorite moments in Emily Henry's The Beach Read.
2025-03-2741 minGriefy Girls Book ClubGrief Book Club - Ep 1 The Beach Read by Emily Henry (ch 1-5)Join Kendel &Rachel while they breakdown the next book in their 2 Girls with Grief book club. In this episode they share their thoughts on chapters 1-5 of the Beach Read by Emily Henry.Follow on ig @griefygirlsbookclub
2025-03-2032 minGriefy Girls Book ClubPoetry & Grief: How Sara Rian Transforms Loss into ArtWriter and therapist Sara Rian opens up about losing her mother to suicide, the healing power of poetry, and the importance of ethical grief support. She explores the intersection of grief and love, the role of literature in healing, and why vulnerability and authenticity are essential in sharing loss. This conversation highlights the power of words to create connection, foster open dialogue, and express complex emotions.
2025-03-131h 06Griefy Girls Book Club"Divine Rivals" by Rebecca Ross (Chapters 36-Epilogue)Rachel and Kendel dive intoDivine Rivals by Rebecca Ross, exploring its themes of grief, love, and resilience. They discuss how personal loss shapes their reading choices, the power of writing as an emotional outlet, and the allure of the enemies-to-lovers trope. Plus, they chat about strong female protagonists and the books they’re most excited for next!Get your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/108716/9781250...
2025-03-0632 min
RESILIENT A.F. with Blair and AlanaTogether, We Heal! with Kera Sanchez | 017Kera Sanchez, the Editor in Chief of Get Grief Magazine, teamed up with Blair and The Global Resilience Project for a collaboration issue of her magazine. Join them as they talk about their griefy friendship and the journey that led to this magical union. About the Guest: Kera Sanchez is a high school dean of students, military wife, and mom of two who channels her personal journey through loss into advocacy and empowerment. A passionate mother loss and grief advocate, she is the author of “Legacy Letters: A Guided Journal” and founder of Get Griefy Maga...
2025-03-0435 minGriefy Girls Book Club"Divine Rivals" by Rebecca Ross (chapters 25-35)Rachel and Kendel dive intoDivine Rivals by Rebecca Ross, exploring its themes of grief, love, and resilience. They discuss how personal loss shapes their reading choices, the power of writing as an emotional outlet, and the allure of the enemies-to-lovers trope. Plus, they chat about strong female protagonists and the books they’re most excited for next!Get your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/108716/9781250857439
2025-02-2747 minGriefy Girls Book Club"Divine Rivals" by Rebecca Ross (chapters 13-24)Rachel and Kendel dive intoDivine Rivals by Rebecca Ross, exploring its themes of grief, love, and resilience. They discuss how personal loss shapes their reading choices, the power of writing as an emotional outlet, and the allure of the enemies-to-lovers trope. Plus, they chat about strong female protagonists and the books they’re most excited for next!Get your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/108716/9781250857439
2025-02-2043 minGriefy Girls Book ClubDivine Rivals by Rebecca Ross (chapters 1-12)Rachel and Kendel dive intoDivine Rivals by Rebecca Ross, exploring its themes of grief, love, and resilience. They discuss how personal loss shapes their reading choices, the power of writing as an emotional outlet, and the allure of the enemies-to-lovers trope. Plus, they chat about strong female protagonists and the books they’re most excited for next!Get your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/108716/9781250857439
2025-02-131h 17Griefy Girls Book ClubCrying in H Mart" By Michelle Zauner (Ch 16-20)In this episode, Kendel and Rachel discuss chapters 6-15 of Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner. They explore themes of grief, complex parent-child relationships, cultural identity, and the role of food in expressing love. The conversation highlights the intersection of love, loss, and cultural expectations, offering insights into navigating grief and personal identity.
We rate this book 5/5 on the griefy meter.
2025-02-0636 minGriefy Girls Book ClubCrying in H Mart" By Michelle Zauner (Ch 6-15)In this episode, Kendel and Rachel discuss chapters 6-15 of Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner. They explore themes of grief, complex parent-child relationships, cultural identity, and the role of food in expressing love. The conversation highlights the intersection of love, loss, and cultural expectations, offering insights into navigating grief and personal identity.
We rate this book 5/5 on the griefy meter.
Get your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/108716/9781984898951
2025-01-301h 08Griefy Girls Book ClubCrying in H Mart (Ch 1-5)In this episode, Kendel and Rachel discuss the first five chapters of Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner. They explore themes of grief, complex parent-child relationships, cultural identity, and the role of food in expressing love. The conversation highlights the intersection of love, loss, and cultural expectations, offering insights into navigating grief and personal identity.
We rate this book 5/5 on the griefy meter.
Get your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/108716/9781984898951
2025-01-2326 minGriefy Girls Book ClubC.S Lewis "A Grief Observed" (2 of 2)In this episode, hosts Kendel and Rachel dive into the themes of grief in C.S. Lewis’s A Grief Observed. They discuss the raw emotions of loss, the unpredictable nature of grief, and the relationship between faith and sorrow. Drawing from personal experiences, they explore the duality of joy and sadness, and the importance of seeing grief as a process. The conversation also touches on how literature, like Lewis’s work, helps us understand grief and find meaning in both love and loss. Ultimately, Kendel and Rachel reflect on how A Grief Observed resonates with those who have expe...
2025-01-161h 01
Grief'd UpUnpacking Grief: Kera Sanchez on Teaching, Trauma, and Transformation
"Grief isn’t something you just tie up in a bow and put on a shelf. You carry it forever, and you learn how to carry it better.”
In this heartfelt episode of Grief'd Up, host Rebecca Feinglos sits down with Kera Sanchez, a mother, educator, and founder of Get Griefy magazine. Kera shares her personal journey through grief after the unexpected loss of her mother in 2022, revealing how talking about her experience became a source of healing and community building. With humor and candor, Kera discusses the complexities of her relations...
2025-01-1651 minGriefy Girls Book ClubC.S Lewis "A Grief Observed" (1 of 2)This conversation delves into the profound themes of grief, love, and loss as explored in C.S. Lewis's work, 'A Grief Observed. In this episode Kendel & Rachel reflect on the complexities of relationships in the face of impending death, the rawness of grief, and the questioning of faith during times of loss. They discuss the isolation that often accompanies grief, the desensitization to loss in society, and the bittersweet nature of memories. The conversation emphasizes the importance of finding connection in nature and creating meaning from grief, ultimately highlighting the journey of moving forward while honoring the memories of...
2025-01-0956 minGriefy Girls Book ClubWelcome To The Griefy Girls Book ClubWelcome to The Griefy Girls Book Club, where every month we dive into a "griefy" read! From memoirs and biographies to fantasy, romance, and beyond—if it touches on grief, it’s fair game.
You might know us from our podcast, 2 Girls with Grief. For us, reading is both healing and a powerful way to explore grief, so we knew it was time to give it the attention it truly deserves.
Join us as we unpack our favorite moments, chat about upcoming reads, and even host interviews with guest authors. Oh, and you can bet we’l...
2024-12-3100 min
Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms | Coping after the Death of a Child | Hope & Healing for Grieving Mothers | Grief | Loss of a Child | Grief Support10 Griefy Resolutions for Bereaved Moms This New YearIn this episode of the Angel Moms podcast, Lisa Bame discusses how New Year's can be especially challenging for bereaved parents. She reflects on her personal experience of facing New Year's after losing her daughter, Katie. The episode introduces the concept of 'griefy resolutions', which are alternative New Year's resolutions tailored for those navigating grief. These include being kind to oneself, saying your child's name, and setting healthy boundaries. The podcast emphasizes that healing is an ongoing journey and that these resolutions are meant to support parents in carrying their grief while fostering personal growth and honoring the memory of...
2024-12-3016 min
The Grief GangGrief walks: A Christmas Message from Amber xI'm back for the second to last episode of season 7, and this one is a griefy walks. Where I basically just stomp around my town with my phone in my hand and see what on earth comes out. Expect rambles, birds tweeting and me coo'ing over cute doggies.But todays griefy walks has a main message. With Christmas one week away, I wanted to gently remind you that whether you're team f*** off Christmas or team embracing it, both are absolutely valid. Being all in or not doesn't quantify or equate anything, you're just doing what...
2024-12-1828 minThe Grief GangGrief walks: A Christmas Message from Amber xI'm back for the second to last episode of season 7, and this one is a griefy walks. Where I basically just stomp around my town with my phone in my hand and see what on earth comes out. Expect rambles, birds tweeting and me coo'ing over cute doggies.But todays griefy walks has a main message. With Christmas one week away, I wanted to gently remind you that whether you're team f*** off Christmas or team embracing it, both are absolutely valid. Being all in or not doesn't quantify or equate anything, you're just doing what...
2024-12-1828 min
Your Magical MidlifeE57: Grieving in 6” Heels: How Amy Gabrielle Found Herself Again After WidowhoodAmy Gabrielle, aka The Manhattan Milf, made the unexpected choice to start an online erotica page after the devastating loss of her husband to cancer. Rather than resign herself to a long and lonely life of widowhood in her early 50s, she channeled her grief into self expression and self exploration. This episode is about survival and self determination-and sometimes taking the road less traveled to get there. check out her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenny.manhattan.milf/Read her article in Get Griefy: https://issuu.com/legacylettersjournal/docs/get_griefy_q4_2024_virtual_
2024-12-0551 min
The Leftover Pieces: Suicide Loss ConversationsLet's 'Get Griefy': Change Makers & Hope SpreadersToday, I share some resources, talk about a few change makers and read a few inspiring messages for this season - for every season, really. Today, hear me discuss the past, present and future (no, it's not a holiday tale filled with chain clanking ghosts) and then dip into some exciting, hope-filled options and resources -- and the incredible people behind them! Be sure to stay 'til the end where I read an article that I wrote for the 4th Quarter Get Griefy magazine. And...
2024-11-2049 min
Confidence Counsel48. Building Confidence for Your Online Side Hustle (IG Live with Kera of Get Griefy)On this episode, we dive deep into the crucial topic of confidence and how it impacts your journey to starting an online side hustle. Originally an Instagram Live discussion with the editor-in-chief of Get Griefy Magazine, Kera Sanchez, this conversation has been converted into a podcast to reach a wider audience.Episode Highlights:Common Fears Holding People BackIdentifying the fears that prevent people from starting their online venturesStrategies to overcome these obstaclesPersonal Stories of Overcoming Self-DoubtReal-life experiences of pushing through hesitationThe turning point that led to taking action
2024-10-0729 min
Daughters Without MomsEpisode 13: Liz's StoryLiz’s first loss was when her first-born daughter died shortly after birth in 2008. Then her father died in 2018 and her mother in 2020. Her mom had Alzheimer’s for years before her death and Liz really felt lost after her mom died. She has since used her grief to impact others through sharing my story and promoting health, wellness, and healing.
Liz’s Take-Away: There’s a quote by Walt Disney called “Keep Moving Forward”. For grief, for life, for everything, keep moving forward. Physical and mental movement are both so important. If you keep moving forward it will be o...
2024-08-201h 00
From Loss to LightEp 25 - Kera Sanchez shares the unexpected loss of her mom and the dynasty she is building in the grief community.Our guest on episode 25 is our "grief" friend Kera Sanchez. She shares with us the loss of her mother and when she died and how it pushed her into a role of a grief journey she didn't understand. Kera shares her creation of her journal called "Legacy Letters Journal" and how you can turn lemons into legacies. She has since created a second journal "No Legacy Lost" that reflects what we all want to say and be remembered by. Kera has gone on to create the first and VERY amazing "Get Griefy Magazine" that holds so much info...
2024-06-1245 min
Best Life Best Death#142 Get Griefy: A Magazine For Those Living with Loss and Actually Living – Kera Sanchez, Founder of Get GriefyWhen Kera’s mom died unexpectedly at age 57, just a few days after Kera had just had a baby, the duality of grieving and mothering dropped her to her knees. Out of this grief and in the year that followed, Kera found resilience in the stories of so many others dealing with loss. While still a full-time high school teacher, she launched a magazine called Get Griefy, packed with stories that move and inspire. As the Get Griefy mission declares: “Our commitment is to go beyond the conventional narratives surrounding grief and loss, acknowledging that life after loss is not...
2024-05-2222 min
Good GriefUplifting Thoughts For A Griefy Day | Good Grief #34Having a griefy day? Pop this episode on as we share some of our favourite thoughts, scriptures and prayers to help you through. And as always a few laughs along the way. This episode may be one you save and come back to in time to guide you through those tough days. 📧 Get Your Free Grief Support Guide – HERE Connect With Us: 🎉 Join our Good Grief Community – HERE 📲 Follow on us Instagram – HERE ⏯ Watch along on Youtube – HERE 💻 Visit t...
2024-05-1328 minHeroes in GriefE2 - Getting Griefy with Kera Sanchez founder & editor-in-chief of Get Griefy Magazine & Legacy Letters JournalNEW!!! Get Griefy Magazine Issue 4 has just been released!!! Make sure and check out all of Kera's great resources at the links below! Get Griefy Magazine: https://www.getgriefymagazine.com/Legacy Letters Journal: https://www.legacylettersjournal.com/Get Griefy Magazine Amazon links: Issue 1: https://amzn.to/3CNcDukIssue 2: https://amzn.to/4igFZRYIssue 3: https://amzn.to/49dC988Issue 4: https://amzn.to/3ZcFpwaLegacy Letters: https://amzn.to/3VhoDdTNo Legacy Lost: https://amzn.to/3ZuG0dHGet...
2024-05-0538 min
The Mended Man w/ Oscar GuerreroGet Griefy: Navigating Loss, Illuminating Resilience with Kera SanchezJoin host OG in a heartfelt episode of the Mended Man podcast as he sits down with Kera Sanchez, the visionary editor in chief behind Get Griefy Magazine and Founder of Legacy Letters Guided Journals.
Through intimate storytelling, Kera unveils her personal journey of loss, recounting the devastating moment of unexpectedly losing her mother while her newborn daughter fought for life in the NICU.
Together, they confront the societal discomfort surrounding grief and the imperative of destigmatizing negative emotions.
Discover Kera's inspiring quest to make grief more approachable, igniting a movement through guided...
2024-04-1838 min
Grief is the New Normal Podcast with Dr. Heather TaylorGrief is the New Normal Podcast: Episode 7 Making Grief Cool with Kera SanchezOn today's episode of 'Grief is the New Normal,' we are featuring special guest Kera Sanchez, editor and creator of Get Griefy Magazine. This episode delves into Kera's personal grief journey following her mother's unexpected death. Kera shares her initiatives like guided journals and the magazine, which are designed to help others navigate their grief. The discussion includes the importance of community, the challenge of making grief relatable and approachable, and innovative ways to incorporate pop culture into grief education. Listeners are encouraged to participate in the Get Griefy community, contribute to the magazine, and connect through various...
2024-04-1518 min
Feeling GriefyChangeThe first Feeling Griefy episode of 2024! It’s about grief and change (because there’s been a lot of change for me this past year!) I talk to Patrick about how it’s been starting something very new without Mum, and why I think it made the anniversary of when she died a bit harder than normal. We also talk about why I want to start therapy again and my love of antiques and analogies (as ever there are lots of tangents).
Oh, and I also talk about the Feeling Griefy newsletter that I started last year in an...
2024-04-0644 min
GRIEF AND LIGHT"To Kera - Love, Mom" | Getting Griefy and Leaving No Legacy Behind with Kera SanchezIn this episode, we deep dive into the reality of experiencing life's duality in its fullness as guest, Kera Sanchez, experienced both the birth of her daughter and the unexpected loss of her mother only a few days apart. She shares how her grief left her with no choice but to turn "lemons into lemonade" as she learned to navigate loss and joy through the power of dark humor and community. Kera channeled her love for her mother through her creative gifts, creating legacy journals, a first-of-its-kind magazine for grievers, and a welcoming space for...
2024-04-0244 min
The Power of Love Show‘Legacy Letters’ With Author, Kera SanchezOn this episode of The Power of Love Show, we have a special guest, Kera Sanchez—a Chicago-based High School Spanish teacher, wife, and mother of two. Following the unexpected loss of her mother in Italy at 57, Kera embarked on a grief journey, resulting in the creation of the 'Legacy Letters Guided Journal.' This journal enables individuals to craft handwritten legacies of love, advice, and support, ensuring families globally can navigate unforeseen loss with a lasting legacy. Translated into Spanish, the journal led to the release of Kera’s second published work, ‘No Legacy Lost,' a guided memory and gr...
2024-01-0342 min
The Grieving Mamas ClubA Griefy Dump: Kindergarten, Death Anniversaries and SignsIn this heartfelt, griefy dump of an episode, we reflect on our children's first day of kindergarten, stirring up emotions linked to our mothers' involvement in our early school days. We also explore the significance of anniversary dates and how seasonal changes can serve as powerful reminders of lost loved ones. Our mission is to destigmatize grief discussions by sharing our experiences, and offering solace and understanding to others on similar journeys. Join us as we unravel our grief experiences and provide a safe space for your reflections.When times get tough, just...
2023-11-0156 min
As Long As I'm LivingMy Big Fat Griefy WeddingQuinn's Mom got married! It was both amazing and a total emotional shitshow.
Listen to hear how wedding morning went, and stay until the end to hear the most beautiful speech ever from the bride's son's best friend's mother, Judith.
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As Long As I'm Living is a podcast about life, love, and laughter after infant loss. Judith...
2023-08-2820 minThe Grief GangBONUS: Surviving a loved one's birthday and how I get through them!Welcome to another sneaky bonus episode. I can't stay away during a podcast break can I!In this very short and sweet ep, I'm sharing how I feel about my mums birthday approaching next week. How I've survived the previous 8 and what I do to implement some self care when navigating these tough griefy days! Big love and see you in Season Six soon!Amber xxxxFollow and be part of The Grief Gang community:Join our patreon Unpacking Grief: patreon.com/UnpackingGrief...
2023-08-2016 minThe Grief GangBONUS: Surviving a loved one's birthday and how I get through them!Welcome to another sneaky bonus episode. I can't stay away during a podcast break can I!In this very short and sweet ep, I'm sharing how I feel about my mums birthday approaching next week. How I've survived the previous 8 and what I do to implement some self care when navigating these tough griefy days! Big love and see you in Season Six soon!Amber xxxxFollow and be part of The Grief Gang community:Join our patreon Unpacking Grief: patreon.com/UnpackingGrief...
2023-08-2016 minConfidence Counsel18. Turning Grief into Purpose with Teacher turned Author, Kera SanchezOn this week's episode of Confidence Counsel, we sit down with Kera Sanchez, author of Legacy Letters, Leave Love for Those Who Remain, who shares the story of how the gut-wrenching sudden death of her mom sparked an idea and a new found purpose to help others going through the same thing. 01:30 Intro and overview of the episode5:35 Kera introduces herself08:20 Kera describes the premise behind Legacy Letters11:00 Thoughts on life and purpose after loss14:10 The crazy story about Kera's mom's death26:30 Kera's grief analogy28:45 The inspiration and purpose starts flowing31:30 Examples of prompts in the book34:30 The...
2023-08-0849 min
The AwakeningEp. 36 The Importance of Leaving Behind Something Beautiful For Those We Love w/ Kera SanchezKera is a mom of two, and a high school teacher turned griefy content and resource creator after the unexpected death of her mom. Since her mom’s passing, she quickly realized the importance of leaving behind a piece of your heart and created Legacy Letters guided journal so users can leave behind love, advice and support to their loved ones.
Connect with Kera:
Legacy Letters Instagram
Website: https://www.legacylettersjournal.com/home
Order Legacy Letters Journal Here
Thanks for tu...
2023-08-0443 minThe Grief GangBONUS: Death Dilemma's - Absent Uncle's, tired of people referencing their Mums and finding out my Dad died through Facebook.Welcome to the Death Dilemma episode!The special bonus episode where you write in your griefy dilemmas and I share my two pence. A problem shared is a problem halved!Thank you to all who wrote in.Big love,Amber xxxFollow and be part of The Grief Gang community:Join our patreon Unpacking Grief: patreon.com/UnpackingGriefInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegriefgangpodcast/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/thegriefgang?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
2023-07-3030 minThe Grief GangBONUS: Death Dilemma's - Absent Uncle's, tired of people referencing their Mums and finding out my Dad died through Facebook.Welcome to the Death Dilemma episode!The special bonus episode where you write in your griefy dilemmas and I share my two pence. A problem shared is a problem halved!Thank you to all who wrote in.Big love,Amber xxxFollow and be part of The Grief Gang community:Join our patreon Unpacking Grief: patreon.com/UnpackingGriefInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegriefgangpodcast/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/thegriefgang?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
2023-07-3030 min
Hot Mess, But Blessed3: Father’s Day & griefy holidaysGrief is always gripping you by the neck. Carrying on the chats on TikTok/ Instagram @hotmessbut.blessed
2023-07-0619 min
I've Been Better43 w/ Sarah Smith on the Fs; fathers, friends, and green tree frogsOn this week's episode of I've Been Better, our host Susan Youngsteadt talks with good friend and fellow griefy, Sarah Smith. The two cover everything from the shared experience of the death of a parent, finding joy in the metaphysical world, and our healthy skepticism of the unknown being challenged.
Sarah currently serves as the Assistant Director of Civic Engagement at the Campus Y (UNC-Chapel Hill). The Campus Y is the hub for social justice at UNC and serves 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students who are passionate about making positive social change in their communities. She is a...
2023-06-191h 11
Dead Parent ClubHow writing could help you navigate your griefWe hear that writing in a journal can help when you're in the midst of grief - but why? And how? And what about when you're feeling extra #griefy 10,15,20 years down the line, is it still helpful then?In this episode, we discuss how we got into writing as a way to process our grief and why we find it useful. We share some tips and advice on how to start and share some of our own entries that we've written over the years - warning: it gets deep!You can listen to...
2023-05-2632 min
At a Total LossThe Loss Life: Katherine + SarahI'm changing it up! This episode will not be centered around loss but more so about life after loss. Sarah from Episode 3 joins me to discuss what the Loss Life looks like! Things are different now, but that doesn't mean we still can't enjoy things, seek out fun, & laugh a lot. Sarah is the perfect example of this being 3 years out from losing her son. Death of our babies alters us, we are a different breed, so Sarah and I discuss what that looks like moving forward in our losses.Sarah and I are friends here in A...
2023-04-061h 04
The Self Love SpaceEpisode 8. Growing through griefIn this episode we talk about grief and the 'journey' of it which never really ends.
This one is an emotional episode as Katie shares so vulnerably and opens up about so many of her experiences from this last year since loosing her Mum, Sue.
We talk about things not to say to people who are grieving, things to say, tips for riding the waves and how to get through the 'Griefy days'. We also discuss how everyones experience will vary as grief is pretty personal to you, inviting...
2023-03-2636 min
Two Generations: One Mission144. A Candid Convo: When Death Changes The Ones That Are Still Here with Susan MooreThis is a candid convo with my mom in response to a a post I wrote on Instagram about how it felt like my mom died right along with my dad. It was a vulnerable post to make, but it was the truth at the time.
The truth is, death and grief changes you. And my mom was no exception. As someone who hadn't been alone in all her adult life, she was suddenly SO different. And even though, looking back, this was a good thing - at the time I couldn't find the beauty in it. I...
2023-02-2239 minThe Grieving Mamas ClubThe Grief Queens are Back!Your fave griefy mamas are back! After a long (er than anticipated) break, Cara and Rashida are back for season two of the Grieving Mamas Club Podcast. This season will dive into a variety of topics from infertility to toxic positivity, all aimed to help you feel your feels and normalize grief in all its paths. This first episode is meant to ease you back into the tangent-filled musings of Cara and Rashida as they catch you up on what they've been up to. From life with two kids, sleep consultants, and the general exhaustion that comes with the holi...
2023-02-1540 min
My Person Died Too37. GRIEF: Evolution, Insights & New PerspectivesWelcome to Season 4 of the My Person Died Too Podcast!
Our grief is ever-changing and evolving.
In this episode, John & Carolyn talk about how their grief has evolved in the time that has passed since their spouses died, and share just some of their many insights and new perspectives.
We also bring you some exciting news about our upcoming book, and share some special griefy day stories that we've experienced since our last episode.
Don't forget to rate and review our podcast, and spread the word so that more people know...
2023-02-0741 minTwo Generations: One Mission139. Grief: Will Life Ever Feel Normal Again + What Not To Say To Someone Who Is Grieving with Susan MooreThis is the one about grief. And it's good but heavy, yet a conversation that is so important to be having as we get older. The truth about grief is that it's inevitable. At some point in your life, you are going to lose someone who is close to you. And having the knowledge of how to navigate it when it comes, is so important. Trust me.
This week my mom is on the show to answer some of the questions you submitted on Instagram about handling grief yourself and also how to treat someone who is...
2023-01-1840 min
The Leftover Pieces: Suicide Loss ConversationsThe New Year Griefy Blues; Is This Normal??Today I talk about how many of us grievers find ourselves feeling MORE tired, MORE emotional and yes, MORE Griefy than we were during the holidays (or at least AS griefy) and yet it seems wrong. Afterall, the freaking holidays are past. They are over for another year ad we should feel "better", RIGHT??? Well .... NOT necessarily and probably not YET. It is very normal to feel this "melty" AFTER the holidays. In this short journey down the rabbit hole today i will talk about:Why it's normal to be "meltier" AFTER the holidays. So...
2023-01-0921 min
The Silent Why: finding hope in grief and lossLet's Chat... Food and grief (with Lisa Kolb Ruland)#059. What is the relationship between food and grief?This Let’s Chat… episode is exploring the relationship between food and grief. Does it help or hinder?Heal or hurt? These Let’s Chat… episodes pop-up every now and then instead of one of our 101 different types of loss, as I (Claire Sandys, co-host of The Silent Why podcast) chat to a guest who has lived-experience or expertise in a particular area that can help us deal with, or prepare for, loss.In this Let’s Chat… I’m talking to Lisa Kolb Ruland, a food editor...
2022-12-2037 minFeeling GriefyChristmasWe’re back! Talking all things Christmas and Grief. Patrick asks me how it has been since we released Feeling Griefy, and I talk about what it’s felt like to share so much of my grief. I tell Patrick about my Mum’s heroic efforts to keep the magic of Christmas alive, and then share a bit too much of my medical history over Mum’s last Christmas… We also reflect on the tension of Christmas changing over time, and the difficulty that brings when it gets further away from the day Mum would have planned. Thank you for listening…...
2022-12-0748 min
Radical ResilienceGriefy Gals: Facebook Birthdays with Alana KaplanBlair Kaplan Venables and Alana Kaplan talk about what happened on November 13, 2022.Trigger Warning: The Resilience Project provides an open space for people to share their personal experiences. Some content in this podcast may include topics that you may find difficult. The listener’s discretion is advised.About the Guest: Alana Kaplan is a compassionate mental health professional based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She’s a child and family therapist at a Winnipeg-based community agency, and a yoga teacher. Fueled by advocacy, Alana is known for standing up and speaking out for others. Passionate abou...
2022-12-0219 min
Radical ResilienceGriefy Gals Part 1 with Alana KaplanThe Kaplan sisters talk about what triggers grief around the holiday season.Trigger Warning: The Resilience Global Project provides an open space for people to share their personal experiences. Some content in this podcast may include topics that you may find difficult. The listener’s discretion is advised.About the Guest:Alana Kaplan is a compassionate mental health professional based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She’s a child and family therapist at a Winnipeg-based community agency, and a yoga teacher. Fueled by advocacy, Alana is known for standing up and speaking out for others. Pass...
2022-10-1425 minFeeling GriefyTalkingThis is the final episode of this series of Feeling Griefy. It was a nice and relaxed one after the more emotional episode the week before.
Patrick and I chat about the process of talking about grief together… whether there are things I wish he hadn’t asked me and if at times, I was too open about my experiences. I also ask Patrick how it was to listen to me chat away about grief, and if he feels like I owe him money for being like a therapist for 6 weeks. Patrick also asks me about other topi...
2022-08-3137 min
Good MourningGRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Surviving really sh*t daysIn this episode, we share tips and advice from our community on how to get through really griefy (aka sh*t) days, when it all feels too hard.As always, we hope the experiences of others help you feel less alone.💛 If Good Mourning has helped you, consider becoming a Patreon supporter: patreon.com/goodmourning 💛 Help us keep supporting grievers everywhere.Sign up to our newsletter here for even more grief support.Join our monthly grief support membership here. Thanks for being part of our community, we're s...
2022-08-2913 minDead Parent ClubThe surviving parent: with Stacey HealeWhat's life like as a surviving parent? How do you navigate your children's emotions AND your own? In this week's episode we're taking a new perspective on life as a member of the DPC and we got down and griefy with the PHENOMENAL Stacey Heale.If you don't follow her on Instagram yet (what are you doing?) find her at stacey_heale. Stacey's husband Greg Gilbert died a year ago, leaving behind two children aged 5 and 7. Their children were just 1 and 3 when he was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer...
2022-08-261h 12Feeling GriefyWorkThis episode is about feeling griefy at work. If anything the ‘workplace’ gives the best insight into the nuances of feeling griefy and really gets into the nitty-grittiness of this experience.
I talk about crying at work… and how you can’t exactly leave grief at home. What are the boundaries between work and home life and how do you manage them in your twenties? How can you casually mention that your mum died, when you meet someone on Zoom? I tell Patrick about how I wish grief could be like the flu and give me the sniffles and a cough, s...
2022-08-2439 minThe Grieving Mamas Club26. Everyday Grief: Rashida's Griefy WeekIn true Cara and Rashida form, this episode has tangents. So many in fact that we had pivot and rename the episode. In this episode, Rashida discusses a visit to the ER that left her feeling extremely griefy and full of deja vu from losing her mom to a heart attack 16 years ago. When times get tough, just remember you're a badass b and you've got this mama! And also don't forget to join our Facebook Community, The Grieving Mamas ClubYou can now also support the show here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TG...
2022-08-1054 min
Feeling GriefyIntroducing Feeling GriefyWelcome to something I’ve been working on for a few months now, with my wonderful friend Patrick. It’s something I feel nervous to share because it’s really quite personal, but it’s also something I’m proud of. It’s an attempt to explore the minutiae of an experience I wanted to google after my Mum when I was 20 and it dawned on me that I even though I was technically ‘grieving’, I had no idea what that actually meant.
How long does it last? How does it mix with other intense feelings? Why do I feel comple...
2022-07-2315 minThe Silent Why: finding hope in grief and lossBLOG: My Why: Griefstroke - symptoms and remediesSo, as it hots up here in the UK for summer, I decided that the symptoms of heatstroke are pretty similar to that of grief, or griefstroke if you will, but are the remedies the same? Plenty of water, wet flannel, moving to a cool place, cold packs in the armpits... Let's find out.Welcome to another My Why from Claire Sandys (co-host of The Silent Why podcast). These episodes are weekly audio shorts of my latest blog post. If you'd prefer to read it, you can find it here: thesilentwhy.com/post/griefstrokeFor...
2022-07-1511 min
Grief, Gratitude & The Gray in Between114. Science & Spirituality- with Sophie MillsSophie Mills, the founder of The Grief Revolution is a Spiritual Grief Coach with a background in holistic Occupational Therapy.
Sophie assists women (namely mothers) who are grieving the loss of a loved one to shift from feeling griefy AF into GLOWing alongside their grief.
Using the perfect blend of science, spiritual philosophies and storytelling, Sophie paves the way for women to process and deeply integrate their loss. Sophie’s healing work is anchored in our need for CONNECTION.
Connection to self (ensuring we FEEL IT TO HEAL IT), connection to others (being witnessed and validated in our grief through gr...
2022-06-2656 minGood MourningUP CLOSE & GRIEFY: Then Vs Now - How Grief EvolvesIf you need a little bit of hope, solidarity, or a gentle reminder that you can get through really tough sh*t, this episode is for you. We get personal on our journeys with grief to date and look back on how it has evolved. We answer your big questions on things like how we live alongside grief, the biggest changes we’ve noticed, how long the shock lasted, and what’s helped us cope. 💛 If Good Mourning has helped you, consider becoming a Patreon supporter: patreon.com/goodmourning 💛 Help us keep supporting grievers everywhere.Si...
2022-06-0256 minGood MourningUP CLOSE & GRIEFY: Grief Expectations vs Reality In today’s episode, we talk about the expectations versus the reality of grief. We share our personal experiences with the surprising parts of grief, as well as tips and stories from our community.💛 Want more? We’ve got you. If the podcast has helped you, this is how you can help us keep it going 💛Shop our grief and loss affirmation cards and mugs here.Grab a copy of our book here.Join our monthly grief support membership here. Sign up to our newsletter here for even more grief support.Thanks for...
2022-03-2440 min
My Person Died Too10. Those Griefy DaysWhen someone you love dies, there's specific days such as anniversaries, birthdays and special dates that can be especially hard to navigate.
In this episode, John and Carolyn share some tips and strategies to help you through those griefy days.
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2022-03-1532 minThe Silent Why: finding hope in grief and lossBLOG: My Why: How to talk to the grievingI get it, for some people chatting to griefy people is REALLY hard, so in this episode I'm going to help you with very clear and practical tips.Welcome to another My Why from Claire Sandys (co-host of The Silent Why podcast). My Why episodes are weekly audio shorts of my latest blog post. If you'd prefer to read it, you can find it here: thesilentwhy.com/post/howtotalktothegrievingNot everyone finds it easy to chat to those that are grieving or recently bereaved, so I've put together some practical tools and tips to help...
2022-02-0419 min
The Somatic Scribing PodcastEpisode 5: BATHEFramed as a ritual in decolonizing epistemology, this session was a turning point for us in the lab. We have up until this point been doing ancestral research, uncovering and recovering our people’s ways of knowing and ardently tracking body wisdom through fine-tuned observation of our sounds and gestures: vocal inflections, shift of the gaze, what (or who) animates our hands and how. One this episode, Corrina Keeling and I wade back into the waters of this bathing session to retell the journey of our co-created grief ritual. Our water bodies, like all bodies of water, get funky when...
2022-02-0239 minThe Grief GangAnd Just Like That...He Died?!Welcome to this week's episode of The Grief Gang podcast.This week I'm talking with friend, fellow sister in grief & editor-in-chief at Gal-dem, Suyin Haynes about all things "And Just Like That", the Sex and The City reboot.Now if you're not a fan and haven't the faintest idea why on earth there is an episode dedicated to SATC, I'll fill you in. Big (aka John) , a huge character in the series, very surprisingly just died at the end of episode 1 of the reboot series, leaving viewers like myself and Suyin SHOOK. So...
2022-01-0559 minThe Grief GangAnd Just Like That...He Died?!Welcome to this week's episode of The Grief Gang podcast.This week I'm talking with friend, fellow sister in grief & editor-in-chief at Gal-dem, Suyin Haynes about all things "And Just Like That", the Sex and The City reboot.Now if you're not a fan and haven't the faintest idea why on earth there is an episode dedicated to SATC, I'll fill you in. Big (aka John) , a huge character in the series, very surprisingly just died at the end of episode 1 of the reboot series, leaving viewers like myself and Suyin SHOOK. So...
2022-01-0559 minDead Parent ClubCHRISTMAS EPISODE: Rockin' around the DPC'Tis the most griefy time of the year... You've made it this far through the festive season - well done!! But Christmas Day can feel like this HUGE hurdle that we need to cross. As with anything in the DPC, sometimes the weeks leading up to the actual day can be so much worse. But if you're feeling apprehensive about the big day, or you're just looking for some confirmation that you're not alone in whatever you're feeling, this ep should tick those boxes. In this episode, Emma and Kat share...
2021-12-2226 minGood MourningUP CLOSE & GRIEFY: Surviving Christmas plus our best bits of 2021We’re ending the year with a wrap-up of our best (and funniest) bits from the podcast. We wanted to share some of the highlight moments with you from our incredible guests. Thanks to you all for being with us on this journey of tears, connection, and many, many laughs. We hope this episode brings some comfort, wisdom or at the very least, a good chuckle.💛 If Good Mourning has helped you, consider becoming a Patreon supporter: patreon.com/goodmourning 💛 Help us keep supporting grievers everywhere.Sign up to our newsletter here for even...
2021-12-1658 minGood MourningUP CLOSE & GRIEFY: Spiritual signs from the other side Today's episode of Up Close and Griefy is a little different from our usual grief topics, it is about receiving spiritual signs from the other side!💛 If Good Mourning has helped you, consider becoming a Patreon supporter: patreon.com/goodmourning 💛 Help us keep supporting grievers everywhere.Sign up to our newsletter here for even more grief support.Join our monthly grief support membership here. Thanks for being part of our community, we're so glad you're here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-10-2858 min
So Sorry For Your Loss: Not Your Average Grief GroupBONUS Grief in Entertainment This Week: Mare of Easttown, Clickbait, Bravo's RHOSLC, Sarah Jessica Parker Honors Willie GarsonEpisode 19 was SO PACKED with amazing info from celebrity medium Jonathan Mark so I took the week's griefy entertainment news to this bonus episode! Listen here for a recap on how grief is highlighted in Mare of Easttown, Clickbait, Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, and Sarah Jessica Parker's beautiful tribute to friend and colleague Willie Garson. Enjoying #SSFYL? Be sure to subscribe and share with a friend! Website | www.ssfylpodcast.com Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/sosorrywithgianna Facebook Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/ssfylpodcast
2021-10-0512 min
Grieve Me AloneInterview with Warrior Goddess Lady aka Judy WolfJudy and I met through the Instagram, grief, and shared personality traits. My love for her was instant because of her realness, her honesty, her compassion, her transparency, her vulnerability, her resilience, and her perseverance. Judy and I have a heart to heart convo which includes some pretty real talks about addiction and death and the shit show that is this life that doesn't seem to get easier but at least we find others like ourselves flailing in this griefy sea, kicking ass, taking names, and keeping a crass humor about it all because what else is there to...
2021-09-261h 58Grieve 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 21
Good MourningUP CLOSE & GRIEFY: Our one year anniversary special!We’re celebrating one year since we launched the Good Mourning podcast...and what a year it’s been!We thought we’d record a special anniversary episode where we interview each other about our grief and share a little bit about ourselves. We get a lot of messages from our community asking about our backgrounds and where we’re from, so we thought we’d spill the tea on our personal journeys.💛 If Good Mourning has helped you, consider becoming a Patreon supporter: patreon.com/goodmourning 💛 Help us keep supporting grievers everywhere.Sign u...
2021-09-1646 min
Just Keep Swimming: All Things Grief By RekhaGRIEFmaresHaving a griefy nightmare is no fun, have a listen to my experience and how it affected me and how it's ok to stop and take a step back if you're not feeling in a good way.
2021-08-2315 min
Good MourningBONUS EPISODE: Locked up & griefyIf you are grieving in lockdown, this bonus episode is for you. We catch up on how long we’ve been in house arrest, how it’s impacting our grief, what we’ve been up to and what’s been getting us through.We also share some wonderful tips and words of encouragement from our community to get you through this difficult time.💛 If Good Mourning has helped you, consider becoming a Patreon supporter: patreon.com/goodmourning 💛 Help us keep supporting grievers everywhere.Sign up to our newsletter here for even more grie...
2021-08-1528 min
Grieve Me AloneInterview with Becky BierwasBecky Bierwas and I met through the secret-underground-you-don't-know-it-exists-until-you-join Grief Community on Instagram and she has become one of my closest friends. Join us to hear Becky's story and listen in as we talk about all the griefy things... but mostly about dead babies.
2021-08-101h 57
Good MourningUP CLOSE & GRIEFY: Coping with grief and guilt aka "gruilt"In this episode, we talk about a big component of grief that isn’t often talked about, and this is guilt. Join us as we deep dive into our own personal experiences with grief and guilt and how it has manifested for us. 💛 If Good Mourning has helped you, consider becoming a Patreon supporter: patreon.com/goodmourning 💛 Help us keep supporting grievers everywhere.Sign up to our newsletter here for even more grief support.Join our monthly grief support membership here. Thanks for being part of our community, we're so g...
2021-06-1043 min
Good MourningUP CLOSE & GRIEFY: Grief and anxietyAll panic, no disco? Us too. Join us for this honest, no-holds-barred conversation where we deep dive into a big topic that can be common if you’re grieving: ANXIETY.In our latest Up Close and Griefy, we go all out on grief and anxiety, sharing our own personal experiences on how it has affected us both since our mums died. We share how it impacts us including health anxieties, that ever present worry that someone has died, keeping overly busy (to our detriment) and PTSD...and how we manage it.💛 If Good Mourning has h...
2021-04-2941 min
Monday MourningEp. 18: Grief GroupiesHarry, Madison, and Gabby chat with Jana DeCristofaro about what it's like facilitating a grief group at The Dougy Center in Portland, Oregon. Topics include: what attending a grief group might look like (virtually and in-person), the importance of community while grieving, communication/listening tips, and much more. Jana is also the host of the Grief Out Loud podcast, so check that out for even more of her brilliant griefy wisdom!
If you're a fellow grief baby and want to share your story on Monday Mourning, feel free to reach out at www.deadparentsclub.rip or @deadparentsclub...
2021-04-1952 minGood MourningUP CLOSE & GRIEFY: The impact of loss on relationshipsIn this episode, we go all out on a topic that isn’t discussed enough – grief and relationships. We delve into how our relationships, friendships and familial relationships have shifted since our mums died – the good, the bad...and the downright unbelievable!💛 If Good Mourning has helped you, consider becoming a Patreon supporter: patreon.com/goodmourning 💛 Help us keep supporting grievers everywhere.Sign up to our newsletter here for even more grief support.Join our monthly grief support membership here. Thanks for being part of our community, we're so glad you'r...
2021-03-1849 min