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Breastcancer.org PodcastManaging the Emotions of Metastatic Breast Cancer When You’re YoungThis podcast is the audio from a special Virtual Support Group featuring guest moderator Kelly Grosklags. Listen to the podcast to hear Kelly and Community members discuss: why you might not want to share tough emotions with the people in your life how to tell someone you need them to listen, not fix things how different members of the group shared their diagnosis with family and friends 2025-07-1158 min

This Side of the GrassThe Emotions of the Holidays: A Conversation with Tara PaulHappy Holidays! If you are listening in real time, this bonus episode is being released as we celebrate Thanksgiving in the United States. For many people, today marks the start of the holiday season, and is a painful reminder of those who are no longer with us.My guest today is Tara Paul, who is no stranger to loss. We met through our sons, but I felt drawn to her as I read her honest and vulnerable posts on social media. Her mother died tragically in a car accident 15 years ago, and she lost her husband, Vrydon...2024-11-2826 min

This Side of the GrassReflections on Season 2Wow – we’ve reached the end of another season! I’m so proud of this show, and love hearing from you about how these topics and episodes are helping to drive discussions, make decisions, and think about end of life to more purposefully live each and every day!You may recall that Season 1 had the threads of “Finding Meaning” (be sure to check out David Kessler’s book if you haven’t yet! Finding Meaning, the Sixth Stage of Grief) and having conversations before it’s too late. This season has really been about “Connections.” On today’s show, I reflect on ho...2024-10-2416 min $We\'re Not Fine$ We're Not FineThe Dying Teach Us How to Live featuring Kelly Grosklags, LICSW; live at the Rogue Buddha GalleryNothing makes our intentions to grow and change, to start a good habit, stop a bad one, feel more poignant and urgent than sitting at the bedside of the dying. We think we have problems? We probably don't even notice the petty things we complain about, the ways we feel sorry for ourselves, or the things we take for granted. In this live recorded episode, Dr Talia and Doug have the honor of speaking with Kelly Grosklags, LICSW, Grief Therapist, Podcaster (See My Grief) and author of "A Comforted Heart" and "When Love Meets Grief" about her 30 years of...2024-10-151h 33

Breastcancer.org PodcastTransitioning to a Different Normal After a Breast Cancer DiagnosisA breast cancer diagnosis is a trauma, both physically and emotionally. You may find yourself wondering why no one is calling you one day and wishing you could just be left alone the next. This podcast is the audio from a special Virtual Community Meetup featuring guest moderator Kelly Grosklags.Listen to the podcast to hear Kelly and Community members discuss: navigating through both fear and hope how to stay grounded in what exists today giving yourself grace for living a different life 2024-10-1155 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyThe Seasons of LifeIn this episode, Kelly has a casual conversation with Bryan Piatt, MA, about how the changing seasons can activate deeper feelings in grief and/or mental health. We explore the connection between the literal seasons (weather) and the metaphorical seasons of life, and how these transitions can influence emotional well-being. Awareness of these changes is important for processing emotions. A big thank you to Bryan for joining me for this beautiful discussion. Bryan is the host of the “Take What Serves, Leave The Rest” Podcast. You can check out his podcast here...2024-10-0925 min

Take What Serves. Leave the Rest.Maneuvering The Change of Seasons with Kelly GrosklagsHere we are in the change of seasons. No doubt that this time of the year holds great beauty. It can also feel tender for some of us when it comes to our mental and emotional health. In this week’s episode we’re talking about it. Bryan and Kelly Grosklags talk about meeting ourselves gently as we ride the many seasons of our life. They discuss why the season change can sometimes be difficult - and ways to nurture yourself through it. Also, how different seasons may hold deep tenderness when it comes to grief...2024-10-0730 min

This Side of the GrassWhen Love Meets Grief: A Conversation with Kelly GrosklagsIt was my absolute honor to spend time with Kelly Grosklags on today’s episode. Kelly shares her thoughts, experiences and learnings from nearly 30 years in and around the fields of grief and end-of-life care. Our conversation makes its way to the importance of signs from those who have died, the magnitude of speaking the names of our loved ones who are gone, and how their relationships to us and our love for them did not die with them. Love and grief are connected, and it is so important to be gentle with ourselves in the grief spa...2024-10-0339 min

Take What Serves. Leave the Rest.Insights From My First Eight Months of Being A TherapistIt's been about eight months since Bryan has been working as a mental health therapist. In this episode, he shares some of what he's learned along the way that may help you if you're in therapy - or interested in exploring the process. Bryan is interviewed by Kelly Grosklags about what the past eight months have been like for him. They talk about finding a therapist that is a good fit, the safe space that is often cultivated in a therapy session, naming when imposter syndrome shows up, cultivating a root system to weather the ebbs and fl...2024-09-2341 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyDeep Grief After Child LossIn this episode, Kelly interviews Hyedi Nelson about her love and grief over the last ten years for her son Charlie who was born and died on July 3rd. We know significant loss takes a lifetime to integrate. Hyedi beautifully shares her authentic and transparent experience as a mother who has experienced child loss. She also discusses the complex grief that can be experienced when one gets pregnant after loss. I appreciate that Hyedi speaks to the ebb and flow of grief over the years. It is evident that love and grief co-exist in the same space. 2024-06-1234 min

Breastcancer.org PodcastEmbracing What Matters Most After a Metastatic Breast Cancer DiagnosisLiving with metastatic breast cancer can bring many changes, including to what you find important. This podcast is the audio from a special Virtual Community Meetup featuring guest moderator Kelly Grosklags.Listen to the podcast to hear Kelly and Community members discuss:how to live in the “right now”acknowledging and accepting feelings, but not justifying themthe importance of being true to yourself and letting go of things that don’t make you feel goodcelebrating what brings you joy 2024-03-011h 11

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyDeeply Grieving: Pet LossIn this episode, Kelly sits down with her guest Karen, who recently lost her dog, Luna. Luna died suddenly, and unexpectedly, which made dealing with the grief very difficult at ﬁrst. Karen beautifully shares how her deep love for Luna has also contributed to her profound grief. Animals are the most unconditional beings and they love us regardless. There is a special bond that is unique between the human and animal. To lose them creates a deep void and pain that can last a very long time. We will always miss them. It is important to ﬁnd people in your...2024-02-0826 min

Take What Serves. Leave the Rest.Grief, Celebrating Average & Being Honest About Our Pain with Colleen LindstromIn a world that is constantly telling us we need to be perfect, Colleen Lindstrom is on a mission to help us all celebrate the beauty in the average of life. In this episode, Colleen joins Bryan and Kelly Grosklags of the "See My Grief" podcast. Colleen is a former radio host in the Twin Cities, creator of The Bronze Medal Life and host of The Bronze Medal Life podcast. Colleen shares more about The Bronze Medal Life and her relationship with grief after the loss of her three month old daughter. Colleen, Kelly and Br...2024-01-1559 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyAverage Grieving? Honor However You AreIn this episode, Bryan Piatt https://podcasts.apple.com/ye/podcast/take-what-serves-leave-the-rest/id1591101308 and I sat down with Colleen Lindstrom https://www.thebronzemedallife.com/ from The Bronze Medal Life. Colleen shares her belief about being average is amazing enough. We also talk about grief, and how society wants us to be high performers even in our sorrow. She courageously shares how she and her husband navigated the loss of their daughter Brady. Trauma changes us always. How we show up in life is enough. Thank you for listening. As always, we see your grief. 2024-01-0958 min $We\'re Not Fine$ We're Not FineTwo Parts! Dr Talia on Boosting Emotional Intelligence & Doug's Complicated Familial GriefIn Part One of our Two Part Guest Spot episode, Dr Talia shares her Summit from the Unlock Your Child’s Full Potential podcast with Billy Ivanova, and breaks down how to foster an emotionally intelligent home. Dr Talia also gives practical tips about boosting your own emotional intelligence and that of your children.In Part Two of this episode, Doug shares his amazing conversation with Kelly Grosklags on her podcast, See My Grief. Doug opens up about his experience of complicated grief when his mother passed. We hope you find both of these episodes to be in...2023-12-121h 21

Breastcancer.org PodcastThe Losses We Feel After a Metastatic Breast Cancer DiagnosisLiving with metastatic breast cancer can bring many losses: not being able to ride bike, missing events, losing friends, just to name a few. This podcast is the audio from a special Virtual Community Meetup featuring guest moderator Kelly Grosklags.Listen to the podcast to hear Kelly and Community members discuss: how to move away from the “what if” to the “what is” what to say to friends that don’t understand your involvement in metastatic support groups how they learned to live with metastatic disease 2023-12-011h 04

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyLove Is MedicineIn this episode, Kelly speaks about the violence we are experiencing all over the world. This episode is in response to the multiple messages and notes she received from families feeling overwhelmed in their own traumas from the mass shooting in Maine. Kelly advocates for us to come back to love as our way of interacting with one another. We are living in a major divide in the human collective right now. Regardless of political or religious beliefs, may we be able to connect and heal through loving. In this episode you will hear...2023-10-3019 min

Breastcancer.org PodcastTalking to Children About Metastatic Breast CancerFinding the words to talk to children about metastatic breast cancer can be very difficult. This podcast is the audio from a special Virtual Community Meetup featuring guest moderator Kelly Grosklags.Listen to the podcast to hear Kelly explain: why it’s important to use words like “cancer” and “medicine” when talking to children what children of different ages need to know and hear how to discuss death with children and how to reassure them that they’ll be taken care of 2023-09-081h 22

CancerTalks PodcastFinding Solace throughout Your Cancer Journey with Oncology Social Worker Lisa Petgrave-NelsonOur guest today is Lisa Nelson. Lisa was born in Jamaica and raised in Queens, New York. She has worked for many years as an oncology social worker and is also an end-of-life doula. Lisa has a podcast of her own called Diary of a Black Social Worker where she shares diverse narratives of social work practice: Personal triumphs, challenges, education and reflections about the day to day life of an oncology social worker of color. Lisa’s Resource List Rest Is Resistance: A Manifesto by Tricia Hersey Couched in Color Podc...2023-08-0452 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyNo Timelines in GrievingIn this episode, Kelly talks about timelines in grief and essentially how there are none. We live in a society, however, that has set up rules and judgments about grief. There are many factors to consider that are gently addressed in this episode. Kelly speaks of the importance of allowing space for the grief to breathe an be held. It is important to note that if you are thinking of hurting yourself or another person, you will need immediate medical attention prior to “doing the grief work.” You can start by texting 988 or going to the nearest ER. Remember, your...2023-07-1820 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyI’M Not Losing ITIn this episode, Kelly and Bryan Piatt speak about the way in which we shame ourselves for having natural human emotions to something that is difficult. People often refer to themselves as “losing it” when they have intense emotions. We want to try and be gentle and speak more about “being in touch with it.” We get to have ALL of our emotions. You can follow Kelly on: Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/seemygrief/?hl=bg FB-https://www.facebook.com/CWKHEALS/ Website. www.Conversationswithkelly.com And Bryan Piatt on...2023-05-0927 min

Take What Serves. Leave the Rest.”Getting In Touch” With Our Pain with Kelly GrosklagsTruly feeling the emotions that are present within our body can feel deeply scary at times. It can feel like we are "losing it" and out of control. In this episode, Bryan talks to Kelly Grosklags about the process of "getting in touch" with our pain. Meeting ourselves gently as we lean into what we're feeling. Kelly is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Conversations with Kelly. She's also the author of A Comforted Heart, and the host of the See My Grief podcast. As always, take what serves you - a...2023-05-0833 min

Take What Serves. Leave the Rest.Letting The Present Moment Surprise You With Kelly GrosklagsOur minds love to jump into the future and try to figure out what things are going to be like there. Often creating really scary stories about what might be ahead of us. Instead of trying to figure out what the future is going to feel like, what if we give the present moment an opportunity to surprise us? That's the topic of this week's episode. Bryan is joined by Kelly Grosklags for a conversation about creating space for "what is" in the present, and ways to anchor a little more into "the now". Kelly i...2023-05-0134 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyComplicated and Disenfranchised GriefIn this episode, Kelly is joined by esteemed psychotherapist, Douglas Jensen, LICSW, BCD as they talk about complicated and disenfranchised grief.There are so many expectations placed on us around grief. We are often judged for how we grieve. We either don’t grieve enough or too much, according to society. Doug so authentically shares his grief around his mother’s recent death. He is transparent in the way he expresses that it was not necessarily the death that makes him grieve, rather the loss is correlated to his mother’s mental illness and their complicated relationship. It was such a...2023-03-2336 min

Our MBC LifeS06 E02 LBBC: Silent Voices No LongerSend us a textOur guest today is Jean Sachs, Chief Executive Officer of Living Beyond Breast Cancer, who’s overseen and grown the impact of LBBC for nearly three decades. She joined LBBC in 1996 as its first Executive Director and was named CEO in 2008. During that time, LBBC has become a national force in breast cancer patient support and action. Jean’s focus on inclusivity, whether by race, age, geographic location, gender, has meant that LBBC is among the most welcoming patient-focused nonprofit organizations in the United States.And for people living with metastatic brea...2023-03-1550 min

Take What Serves. Leave the Rest.The Dying Teach Us How To Live with Kelly GrosklagsThere is sacred wisdom through the lens of someone at the end of their life. In this episode, Kelly Grosklags talks about how the dying teach us how to live. How they teach us to be more present for our lives right now, and notice what matters most. For the second week, the "Take What Serves. Leave the Rest" podcast is joining hands with Kelly's podcast titled, "See My Grief". Kelly a licensed clinical social worker who’s worked for over 25 years in the field of oncology, palliative care and hospice. This includes ru...2023-02-2332 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyThe Dying Teach Us How To LiveThe Dying Teach Us How To Live 2023-02-2328 min

Take What Serves. Leave the Rest.Talking To Your Inner Child with Kelly GrosklagsLearning to nurture that inner child that lives inside of you is deeply sacred work. In this episode, the "Take What Serves. Leave the Rest" podcasts joins hands with the "See My Grief" podcast to talk about talking to your inner child. The "See My Grief" podcast is hosted by Kelly Grosklags, who's a licensed clinical social worker who’s worked for over 25 years in the field of oncology, palliative care and hospice. This includes running her own private therapy practice for over 15 years. Kelly is also the Founder of “Conversations with Kelly”, and autho...2023-02-1438 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with Kelly“You are Safe:” Messages to Our Younger SelvesKelly sits down with Bryan Piatt, breathwork facilitator, mental health advocate and graduate student in Mental Health Counseling, as they discuss Bryan’s panic attack as a twelve year old and a lifelong of healing and learning. We discuss things that we would tell our younger selves that we have learned through our years of healing and evolving. As Bryan shares his vulnerable experiences, he also talks about ways to be more gentle with ourselves. If we would only speak to ourselves as adults as we do to a child, life would feel more gentle. One of the most te...2023-02-1333 min

That Foreign FeelingTalking Grief with Kelly GrosklagsAnna sits down with Kelly Grosklags from Conversations with Kelly to talk about grief and therapy. Kelly is the founder and CEO of “Conversations with Kelly, executive producer of the documentary, “Dying is Not Giving Up,” Podcast Host, Author, International Public Speaker, and a End of Life and Grief Therapist.Visit Kelly's Website: https://conversationswithkelly.com/For more resources visit thatforeignfeeling.com. Follow Us!The Butterfly PathInstagram: @The_ButterfyPathFacebook: The B...2023-01-0554 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyThe Widowed Dancer: Experiencing All Emotions After LossIn this episode, Kelly interviews Bryan Martin aka Sealionbryan on social media. Bryan became a widower several years ago after his partner Clayton died from liver failure. Bryan does a beautiful job of speaking from his perspective about grief. Men in this society need more space to allow their grief to breathe and be acknowledged. Bryan is the widowed dancer on social media and finds gratitude daily amongst the grief. Is love possible after loss? Tune in to hear his experience with this. He is a beautiful writer and recently published a heartfelt book of his daily blogs. You...2022-12-0130 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyChildren and GriefIn this episode, sponsored by Brighter Days Family Grief Center, www.brighterdaysgriefcenter.org, Kelly interviews Dr. Donna Shuurman, Ed.D, F.T. from Dougy Center www.dougy.org. Dr. Shuurman shares beautiful ways to speak to children/teens about death and grief. She has a wonderful, soft approach to speaking with younger grieving hearts. We know children feel grief, regardless of age. Many concerned adults have asked us over the years how to help grieving children, we hope this episode helps! Thank you, Dr. Shuurman for the incredible work you and your colleagues do everyday at the center. 2022-11-0927 min $We\'re Not Fine$ We're Not FineGood Grief! How We Grieve For Those We Love And Hate - Guest Kelly GrosklagsToday Kelly Grosklags joins podcast! Today, Kelly joins the podcast to discuss how to handle the many facets of grief in our lives and how we all define and live through grief differently. 2022-09-2045 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyThe Power of VulnerabilityIn this Episode, Kelly talks with Bryan Piatt, Mental Health Advocate and Podcast Host of “Take What Serves, Leave The Rest.” They have a heartfelt and real discussion about being Vulnerable and the power it has to help us heal. Kelly and Bryan share ways to open up. Bryan beautifully discussing his newer relationship with allowing others in. As Bryan poignantly expressed, “When one person has the courage to say life is hard and things are intense-and is really honest about the human experience, It gives everyone around them an opportunity to exhale.” We hope this episode helps you feel les...2022-09-1329 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyALL Grief MattersIn this episode Kelly Grosklags, LICSW, your podcast host, introduces the new format for season 4 episode 1. Kelly talks about how all grief matters and that if you feel a reaction to a loss, no matter how big or small, it is valid. Society tries to lay down the rules for who can and how long one should grieve. Listen to this episode as Kelly validates us all on our own experiences. As always, your grief is seen and held. 2022-08-0719 min

Jearlyn SteeleHighlight: Giving Comfort to Those Still Suffering from COVIDWhile many people are done with anything related to COVID-19, there are others that continue to be effected by the pandemic. Grief expert, speaker, and author Kelly Grosklags explains how she is helping those that lost loved ones to Coronavirus.2022-06-1313 min

Jearlyn SteeleHearing from Congress and Consoling COVID PainJearlyn gives her thoughts on the now-ongoing hearings from Congress' January 6th Committee. While many people are done with anything related to COVID-19, there are others that continue to be effected by the pandemic. Grief expert, speaker, and author Kelly Grosklags explains how she is helping those that lost loved ones to Coronavirus.2022-06-1332 min

Take What Serves. Leave the Rest.Navigating Grief During the HolidaysIn this episode, Bryan invites grief therapist Kelly Grosklags on the podcast to talk about navigating grief during the holidays. While the holidays can be a time of abundant joy, it can also be a very heavy, challenging time of the year for those experiencing grief. Kelly talks about being mindful of our expectations as we step into the holidays, ways to honor the loved ones we’ve lost, and how the pandemic may be adding an extra layer to our grief. Kelly Grosklags is a licensed psychotherapist who specializes in grief and loss...2021-12-2228 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyWhen Grief Is ComplicatedIn this episode, Jeffrey and Kelly have a candid conversation about the grief that doesn’t often get talked about. What do we do if we are relieved the person no longer is living because they hurt us so much? Or if we are estranged? There are types of losses that have multiple layers of grief attached. It’s important to acknowledge and honor this unique and deep pain as well. As always, thank you for listening. Peace. 2021-12-1822 min

Take What Serves. Leave the Rest.The Power of ”Both/And” ThinkingIn this episode, Bryan interviews licensed psychotherapist Kelly Grosklags about the healing power of “both/and” thinking. They discuss this simple, yet profound way of looking at our lives that can help us gently hold space for - and honor - what’s present for us in any given moment. The “both/and” can be a very powerful tool to move us away from “either/or” thinking, which often leads to anxiety, worry and overwhelm. Kelly Grosklags is a licensed psychotherapist who specializes in grief and loss. She is the founder of “Conversations with Kelly”, which is an online p...2021-11-1825 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellySibling Loss: The Forgotten GrieversIn this episode Kelly and Jeffrey are joined by Jordan Kilber and Jess Paschke, who lost their sister Jenna suddenly to a brain tumor. It is beautiful how they talk so lovingly about Jenna. They give us helpful and practical suggestions on how to support someone who has lost a sibling. We know that often this type of loss isn’t honored as it should be. We are releasing this episode in November as it is Sibling Grief Awareness Month. Jordan and Jess welcome listeners to email them if they'd like to talk about sibling loss and ot...2021-11-1531 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyAnticipatory GriefIn this episode, Jeffrey & Kelly talk about the important opportunities that are present when we know the loss of someone we love is inevitable. We are invited to care for our loved one and ourselves with compassion during terminal illness and throughout the dying process itself. We can use healing mantras to provide solace and support. Learn about Dr. Ira Byock’s work and the Hawaiian healing prayer, Hoʻoponopono -- and how focusing on what matters most can ease our suffering in times of grief and loss. 2021-10-2420 min

Breast Friends RadioThe Art of Compassion – Difficult Conversations in Patient CareKelly Grosklags is here to discuss "Dying Is Not Giving Up,” an award-winning documentary changing how we have difficult conversations in patient care. In this 35-minute film, a woman shares her experience from her terminal diagnosis to her final days, revealing simple and impactful opportunities for providers to add compassion and empathy to their practice. This poignant documentary features the story of Judy Erdahl, a 57-year old woman dying of breast cancer. Breast Friends Radio Show is broadcast live at 1pm ET on W4CS – The Cancer Support Network (www.w4cs.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www...2021-09-2354 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyOur Loved One‘s BelongingsIn this episode Jeffrey and Kelly have a non-threatening, honest conversation about how to handle the possessions of our loved ones after a death. These are tender times that require us to assess each situation case-by-case. There are no hard and fast rules about timelines and what precisely to do. As often is the case, there are many things, emotions and feelings to consider. Nevertheless, taking time to evaluate how you feel will help empower you to make the best decision to honor your needs and the life of your loved one. Take a listen! 2021-09-1524 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyDating After LossIn this episode Jeffrey and Kelly talk about what to consider when dating after a loss such as a death, divorce or breakup. There is not necessarily a right or wrong way to date -- or a timeline for deciding when to start dating again. Kelly shares her years of stories from others who have taken the risk to date. For those who are widowed, groups like Soaring Spirits International may offer some needed support, especially in times of isolation. Thank you all for joining us for this important conversation! 2021-07-3126 min

See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with KellyCommunicating with Our Loved Ones at the EndIn this episode Kelly and Jeffrey have a beautiful conversation about ways to connect and communicate when our loved ones are dying and very near the end of life. Letting go can be a very sad and scary time for many people. We hope that this episode offers suggestions to help ease the discomfort of saying goodbye.2021-06-2424 min

Breast Cancer Conversations#109 Toxic Positivity with Kelly GrosklagsLove the episode? Send us a text!Toxic positivity as “the excessive and ineffective overgeneralization of a happy, optimistic state across all situations. The process of toxic positivity results in the denial, minimization, and the invalidation of the authentic human emotional experience" according to The Psychology Group. In this episode we provide examples of how toxic positivity bubbles up day to day and offer tools for how to flip the switch and let people know that sometimes these comments hurt, are dismissive, and do not serve us. »»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»♡ SAY HELLO ON SOCIAL⟡ Website: https://www.survivingbr...2021-05-2317 min