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Hidden Gifts of LossEpisode 30: Patti Hunt on Living Without RegretsIn this episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, the host welcomes Patty Hunt, the host of the RV Life podcast. Patty shares her inspiring journey from being a teacher to RVing full-time with her husband until his illness changed their path. She speaks about living without regrets, handling loss, and the adventures and community spirit of the RV lifestyle. Patty also dives deeply into personal stories of handling the loss of loved ones, particularly her grandmother and parents, emphasizing the importance of discussing death openly. She highlights the emotional, spiritual, and therapeutic benefits of these conversations and...2025-07-3000 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 29: Healing At Work, with Susan Schmidt WinchesterSusan J. Schmitt Winchester is a distinguished innovative HR leader with over 36 years of corporate experience, and co-author of 'Healing at Work.' She is passionate about teaching people how to break through unconscious beliefs and patterns that lead to burnout, overwhelm, worry and stress in their workplaces and discover greater self-acceptance and fulfillment in both work and life. In this episode, Susan shares her incredible journey of overcoming personal trauma and professional challenges, including the devastating loss of her sister, Nancy, to cancer. She reveals how Nancy's passing and hidden family traumas shaped her mission to help others...2025-04-2648 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 28: Josea Crossley on The Dark Woods of Grief, A Journey Through Collective and Personal HealingIn this episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, host Julie interviews Josea Crossley, founder of the Dark Woods of Grief. Josea has over 20 years of experience working with grief and trauma through practices rooted in somatic therapy, attachment theory, deep nature connection, craniosacral therapy, shamanic study, Tibetan Buddhism, and yoga. The discussion delves into the transformative power of grief work, the importance of community support in healing, and the impact of societal and historical factors on our grieving processes. Josea also shares insights into her online and in-person programs that provide guidance and ritual spaces for individuals...2025-04-1732 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 27: Embracing Grief and Intuition: Kathryn Severance Avery's JourneyIn this heartfelt episode, the host welcomes Catherine Severance Avery, a celebrated author and founder of Rest Restoration Ranch, a 40-acre sanctuary for first responders. Catherine shares deeply personal experiences of loss, from her mother's tragic accident to her husband's untimely death in a traffic collision caused by criminals fleeing a robbery. Remarkably, she highlights the intertwining of intuition and grief throughout her life, emphasizing the importance of addressing and processing emotions rather than suppressing them. Catherine's story underscores the challenges faced by first responders and their families, advocating for better mental health support and appreciation. Her dedication led...2025-04-031h 00Hidden Gifts of LossEpisode 26: Meet Roxanne, the End-of-life Doula Who Helped Me HealIn this episode of 'The Hidden Gifts of Loss' podcast, host Julie Trainer welcomes Roxanne Hanneman, the end of life doula who helped her process the grief of losing her mother. Julie shares how Roxanne's support and encouragement inspired her to start the podcast. They discuss the role and importance of end of life doulas, shared death experiences, and the power of talking about loss and grieving openly. The episode delves into personal stories, the emotional and mystical aspects of death, and the comforting signs from loved ones who have passed. It also touches on how society's views on...2025-03-3054 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 25: The Brave Odyssey of Isidro Montaño: Hidden Gifts of a Father's JourneyIn this heartfelt episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, host Julie Trainer sits down with Rosa Montaño to delve into the life and legacy of her late father, Isidro Montaño Hernández. Rosa recounts her father's incredible journey from Guadalajara, Mexico, to America, emphasizing his tenacity and bravery despite a challenging childhood marked by a serious injury and familial hardships. She shares poignant memories, including his determination to uproot and better himself despite his maimed appearance, his fluent English skills, and the sacrifices he made to support his family. The episode captures how Isidro's spirit inf...2025-03-161h 07Hidden Gifts of LossEpisode 24: Rita Black on How Losing Her Mom Inspired The Shift Weight MasteryIn this episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, host Julie welcomes Rita Black, a clinical hypnotherapist renowned for her work in smoking cessation and weight loss. Rita shares her fascinating journey from a Hollywood screenwriter to a transformative hypnotherapist, inspired by personal struggles and the loss of her mother, who was a perfectionist and life-long weight struggler. The conversation delves into the impact of emotional eating, the creation of the Shift Weight Mastery process, the importance of finding peace and self-worth through weight loss, and how grief can be a catalyst for profound transformation. Both Julie and...2025-03-0241 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 23: A mother's personal growth Through a Medical Crisis: An Interview with Karen DeBonisIn this episode of the Hidden Gifts and Loss podcast, host Julie interviews Karen DeBonis about her book 'Growth', which chronicles her family's journey through her son's diagnosis and battle with a brain tumor. Karen discusses the challenges of advocating for her son's health amidst medical gaslighting and the personal growth she experienced from being timid to a stronger advocate. Karen's insights into parenting a child with a brain injury, the ongoing journey of personal empowerment, and her collaboration with her son's psychologist to teach advocacy are explored. The episode touches on the emotional and practical struggles faced by...2025-01-0335 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 22: Finding Hidden Gifts Through Dementia Care: A Journey with Penny BinghamIn this episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, host Julie welcomes Penny Bingham, the author of 'A Gift of Grace'. Penny shares her seven-year journey caring for her husband, who lived with Lewy body dementia. Through her story, Penny reveals how she transitioned into an advocate for dementia care, studying the disease to better support her husband and eventually becoming an educator for Dementia Australia. Penny discusses the challenges and subtle beginnings of Lewy body dementia, the importance of social support, and how the journey transformed her life. The episode highlights the resilience, new connections, and advocacy...2024-12-1727 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 21: Trina Schmidt's Journey to Self-Love and EmpowermentIn this episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, host Julie welcomes Trina Schmidt, a licensed therapist and life coach, who shares her inspirational journey from an unhealthy marriage to empowering women through conscious partnerships. Trina discusses her personal struggles with self-love, depression, and finding her true self, as well as her transformation through meditation, energy healing, and setting boundaries. The conversation dives deep into the importance of self-awareness, managing thoughts, and the power of visualization and action in creating fulfilling relationships. Trina also talks about her initiative, 'Time in Tuesdays,' which helps women prioritize themselves and...2024-12-1638 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 20: Conversations with Cheryl Marita, Hospice Nurse and author of Touching the VeilIn this episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, Cheryl Marita, a hospice nurse with 57 years of experience, shares her profound insights on how loss can transform us. Marita discusses her book 'Touching the Veil: End of Life Stories through the Eyes of a Hospice Nurse,' which took 10 years to write and was recognized as a finalist for the New Mexico Arizona Book Awards. The conversation covers the emotional and practical aspects of end-of-life care, the importance of being present, and the valuable lessons Marita has learned from her patients. She also explores the significance of planning...2024-11-2938 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 19: You Are Enough with Ann-Marie MaloneyEver feel like you're trying to fit into someone else's mold? In this episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, host Julie Trainer is joined by Ann-Marie Maloney, an educator, writer, and spoken word coach who shares her journey of discovering what it means to be enough.
Ann-Marie talks about her transition from a corporate career to teaching, and how personal and professional losses, including the passing of her parents and managing her own expectations for her children, have contributed to her growth and self-actualization.
The conversation covers themes of authenticity, self-acceptance, and the...2024-11-1737 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 18: Finding Purpose: Lori's Journey from Job Loss to TeachingIn this episode, Lori shares her remarkable journey of self-discovery and resilience. After losing four jobs over the span of ten years, she finally
found her true calling in teaching. Lori reflects on the challenges and pivotal moments that guided her toward a fulfilling career path. She also
shares that one of the hidden gifts of working far from home for a short time was that she got to be with her father more before he passed. 2024-10-2231 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 17: Honoring the Legacy: The Unseen Blessings of CaregivingIn this heartfelt episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, host Julie Trainer welcomes first-time podcast guest Melissa Beckham to discuss the profound experience of caregiving for aging parents. The conversation delves into the generational patterns of care in Melissa's family, the emotional and moral complexities of making end-of-life decisions, and the transformative personal growth that arises from such challenging circumstances. Melissa shares the insights she gained from her caregiving journey, emphasizing the importance of questioning medical advice, honoring the legacy of her loved ones, and recognizing caregiving as both a duty and privilege. The dialogue sheds light...2024-10-1441 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 16: From Tragedy to Transformation: Julie Cluff's Journey of Grief and HealingIn this episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, host Julie Trainer interviews Julie Cluff, a grief and angel coach, who shares her incredible journey from a devastating loss to a path of healing and transformation. Seventeen years ago, Julie suffered a tragic car accident that claimed the lives of two of her children. She discusses her profound experiences of grief, connecting with her children and other loved ones on the other side, and how she now helps others as a grief coach. The conversation delves into her development of the Hope Model of Healing and the importance...2024-09-2253 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 15: Seasons of Poetry: A Writer's Journey Through Loss, Career Change and Entrepreneurship with Rhonda LinnThis episode explores the story of Rhonda Linn's transition from being an educator to becoming a writer, a craft she always knew was her calling. It delves into themes of loss and showcases some of Rhonda's poetry from her book 'The Chapel of Small Breath.' Additionally, the episode highlights how Rhonda lives and works in harmony with the seasons as well as how sitting with discomfort can bring clarity about our next steps and teach us about ourself. Rhonda encourages us to "Embrace the icky feelings; they hold priceless gifts."
Rhonda can be found at Rhonda...2024-09-1623 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 14: How Cancer Gave My Life Purpose with Heather MullenHeather Mullen, a two-time cancer survivor, shares her transformative journey from
diagnosis to becoming a health and cancer mindset coach. When she was diagnosed
the first time she received a message that cancer was happening 'for' her not 'to' her
and she knew everything would be ok. Through energy work and PEMF therapy, she
found healing and purpose during her battle with cancer. Heather discusses creating a
cancer affirmation deck and offers insight into her ongoing mission to support
others facing similar challenges. Her story is a...2024-08-1435 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 13: Finding Peace in Loss: Continuing My Bond with John Through Memories, Messages, and Miracles After His PassingIn this episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, host Julie Trainor interviews Linda Hill, who shares her profound journey following the death of her husband, John, in 2020 due to brain cancer. Linda discusses their enduring spiritual connection, her book 'Together Still: A Memoir of Love Beyond Death', and the various signs and symbols she receives, signifying John's ongoing presence. Through heartfelt storytelling, Linda illustrates how she navigates grief and continues to find solace in writing, nature, and spiritual practices.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:40 Linda's Story: Love Beyond Death
02:34 Reading from 'Together...2024-08-1148 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 12: Discovering Hidden Gifts and Synchronicities Amidst Loss with Allison PickeringIn this episode of the 'Hidden Gifts of Loss' podcast, host Julie shares her personal journey of losing both parents within a year, sparking a transformation in her life that led to the birth of this podcast. Julie is joined by Allison Pickering, host of the 'Follow Your Road' podcast and Tarot Flow Show on YouTube, who discusses her own experiences with loss, including the death of her father and stepmother. Together, they explore the unexpected joys and lessons that arose from their grief and discuss their evolving paths, including an interest in tarot. The conversation touches on themes...2024-08-1146 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 11: This Never Happened: Phyllis's Journey From Silent Shame to Story TellingOn this episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, Phyllis Unterschuetz shares her story of hidden grief and healing. At 21, while in France to do service for her religious community, Phyllis found herself unexpectedly pregnant. Faced with overwhelming shame and fear of disgrace, she opted for an illegal abortion and suppressed the experience for years. The buried grief led to various emotional struggles throughout her life. It wasn't until a breakthrough with a therapist that she began to acknowledge and form a relationship with the lost child, named Ruhi. This journey also led her to reconnect with her...2024-08-1141 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 10: Vickie Poole’s Inspiring and Heartbreaking Journey: Raising and Losing Her Granddaughter AlexisIn this emotional episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, Julie interviews Vicki Poole, the host of Today's Dream, Tomorrow's Reality podcast. Vicki shares the heart-wrenching and inspiring story of raising and then losing her granddaughter, Alexis. Join us as Vickie shares her journey, starting from being entrusted with raising Alexis at the moment of her birth, to having to release her back into the unstable and complicated circumstances she was born out of. Through her journey, Vicki has learned, "I'm stronger now than I ever was before. And I've realized the capacity that I have for love...2024-08-1150 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 9: Debra Lynn Hook on Finding Hope and Connection Amidst Profound LossIn this episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, host Julie welcomes her longtime friend Debra Lynn Hook, a journalist, photographer, and mother. Debra Lynn shares her deeply personal journey of living with leukemia for 15 years and coping with numerous other profound losses, including her husband's early onset dementia and eventual death, as well as her own health struggles. Throughout the conversation, they discuss the hidden gifts that come from such losses, the strength found in vulnerability, and the importance of deep connections and caregiving as paths to healing. Debra Lynn reflects on how these experiences have shaped...2024-08-1137 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 8: Living a Legacy: Laura Carney on the transformative power of completing her father's bucket list.In this insightful episode, author Laura Carney joins the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast to discuss her book 'My Father's List: How Living My Dad's Dreams Set Me Free.' Laura shares her journey of completing her late father's bucket list, exploring the spiritual connection with loved ones who've passed, and uncovering unexpected positives from tragic situations. The conversation also covers breaking generational patterns, the bravery required to overcome familial trauma, and the symbolism of legacy in guiding life paths. Throughout, Laura's activism against distracted driving and the broader implications of living with conscious intent are highlighted.
2024-08-111h 33Hidden Gifts of LossEpisode 7: A Conversation with Sara Moses, Host of the Do It Now podcastIn this impactful episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, host Julie Trainer sits down with Sara Moses to explore the depths of loss, grief, and the remarkable resilience of the human spirit. Sara shares her journey of overcoming personal tragedies, including the loss of loved ones, and how these experiences transformed her life. Together, they discuss the power of finding hidden gifts in the darkest times, the importance of talking about our losses, and the strategies that helped them navigate their grief. From embracing life's challenges to helping others thrive amid adversity, this conversation is a testament...2024-08-1143 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 6: A Conversation with Jean Green, host of the podcast, Your Life Over 50A deep and heartfelt conversation between Julie Trainer and Jean Green, host of the podcast, Your Life Over 50 Podcast. They chat about their experiences with loss, grief, and transformation, as well as their journeys into podcasting and retirement.
Introduction
Getting into Podcasting
Losing a Loved One
Honoring Wishes and Grief
Recognizing Different Forms of Loss2024-08-1131 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 5: Madeline Anderson Balmer's journey of caring for her parentsIn this profound and uplifting episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, Julie and guest Madeline Anderson Balmer, host of the It's All Creative Podcast, share heartfelt stories of losing loved ones, navigating grief, and finding unexpected moments of humor, synchronicities and growth. With a focus on the transformative power of showing up for your loved ones and making each moment count, this episode offers listeners perspectives on the complexities of grief, the importance of celebrating life, and the hidden gifts that can be found in loss.
Introduction
Madeline's Story
...2024-08-1150 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 4: Abiagenesis Brown and the Loss of Her Lifelong Partner SusanThis episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast features a touching and profound conversation with Abiagenesis Brown, who shares the loving and spiritual journey she shared with her partner Susan. From their pioneer-like life in a log cabin in the woods to the final moments of Susan's life, Abiagenesis opens up about the strength, love, and spiritual connection they shared. She also delves into her experiences as an end-of-life doula, offering unique insights into death, loss, and the continuation of energy beyond life. Join us as we explore the emotional and spiritual landscapes of love, loss, and the...2024-08-1145 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 3: Love Beyond Loss: Discovering Transformational Gifts Amidst Grief with Darcy VoldenIn this episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, host Julie Trainer interviews Darcy
Volden, who shares her deeply moving love story with her late husband, Jeff. Darcy
recounts their unique relationship, from a surprising blind date to a marriage full of
support, aspirations, and eventually a conscious completion of their partnership.
Despite the challenges and heartache of divorce, their bond remained unbroken,
even as Jeff encouraged Darcy to pursue a life of adventure and fulfillment.
Darcy's journey took a mystical turn with a profound ayahuasca...2024-08-1129 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 2: The Handsome Prince: A Tale of Love Beyond TimeLori Jo Anderson Hartrick shares heartfelt memories of her departed friend Alan Scott Washington, highlighting the unique and touching connection between Lori Jo and Alan.
The podcast delves into the transformative power of storytelling to navigate grief and find hidden gifts in loss, emphasizing the profound connections and ongoing presence of loved ones in unexpected places like our dreams.2024-08-1139 minHidden Gifts of LossEpisode 1: Debra Postil, Esq., and I discuss losing our moms to cancer. This episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast features Julie Trainer, the host, in conversation with
Debra Postil, a former prosecutor from Riverside, California, who started a community program for
women and trauma survivors. They discuss the loss of their mothers, the mourning process during
and post the COVID-19 pandemic, and the support systems that helped them through their grief.
Throughout the episode, they share personal stories reflecting on their mothers' lives, the process
of dying, and the deep impact it had on them. They also touch on...2024-08-0543 min
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