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Grieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out Loud7 Realistic Things You Can Do When a Grieving Friend Shuts You OutConnect with us!What happens when your grief support is met with silence? You’ve texted. Called. DMed. Offered comfort. And still—nothing. No response. No acknowledgment. Just distance.This is the part of grief support that no one talks about.We don’t often discuss what it feels like when you’re trying to show up and love someone through loss… and they shut you out. But it happens. And it doesn’t mean you did something wrong.Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee...2025-06-0603 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudJust Because You’re Holding It Together Doesn’t Mean You Don’t Need Grief SupportConnect with us!Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2025-06-0202 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudUnfollowing Sad Grief Content: Choosing Healing Over HeartacheConnect with us!Grief doesn’t go away but it does change. After losing my mother, I reached a point where I realized I couldn’t keep centering pain if I wanted to feel something different with the rest of my life. I'm talking about it in this week's podcast. I talk about my grief journey in a relatable way, no clinical jargon, just the realities of living through it.Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late B...2025-05-2903 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudIt Wasn’t Just Me Who Lost HerConnect with us!When my mother passed away, I was consumed by my own grief — and rightfully so. But in a quiet moment of clarity, I had to face the truth: my spouse lost her too. My children lost her too. And they were grieving right beside me.Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E...2025-05-2104 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudFather's Day... It's ComplicatedConnect with us!Not all fathers deserve to be honored.But every daughter deserves a father worth honoring. Let's talk about it...Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2025-05-2104 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudHow It Feels When Your Friends are Celebrating Mother’s Day… and Your Mom Isn’t Here to CelebrateConnect with us!This one’s not for everyone — but if you’ve ever had to smile through Mother’s Day while carrying the quiet ache of loss… this is for you. I’m sharing from the heart about something we rarely talk about out loud:How it feels when your friends are celebrating Mother’s Day… and your mom isn’t here to celebrate.It’s tender. And it’s real.As someone who’s lived it — this isn’t about bitterness. It’s about honoring our grief in a world that moves fast and cel...2025-04-2504 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudWhen People Ask: “What Are You Doing for Mother’s Day?”Connect with us!I figured out what works for me when it comes to celebrating my heavenly mother and allowing my loved ones to celebrate me on Mother's Day. I talk about that in this week's episode. You might want to chime in for this one.Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2025-04-1304 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudYou Don’t Get to Skip the Broken Version of MeConnect with us!Grief has a way of clarifying who’s really in your corner. And after years of slow, intentional healing, I’ve learned this truth: those who couldn’t sit with your pain shouldn’t expect front-row seats to your peace.In my latest podcast, I share a personal reflection on healing, boundaries, and the power of saying, “You don’t get to skip the broken version of me.”Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Bever...2025-03-3003 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudGrieving As An Only ChildConnect with us!Lord have mercy, I don't think a human heart was meant to endure this, but somehow my ticker still beats. Here's another grief story for you...Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2025-03-2503 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudThat Time I Used a "Medium" to Connect with My Mom on the Other SideConnect with us!When you want to feel that connection once again with someone you loved with all of your heart and lost, EVERYTHING is on the table. Here's what I did. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2025-03-1905 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudWhen the “What If” Becomes RealityConnect with us!Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2025-03-0504 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudGrieving the Loss of a Federal Career & Finding Your Next ChapterConnect with us!Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2025-02-2804 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudMedical Forms and Mother Loss: The Question That Hurts Every TimeConnect with us!I resented going to the doctor's office after my mom's passing and having to fill out forms disclosing she was deceased. I used to feel so confident in filling out those same forms and adding her information as the alternative emergency contact -- not to mention updating her after my appointments. That's gone now. I talk about this in my blog. No clinical jargon , no expert opinions, my raw truth of living through it. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to...2025-02-1705 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudGrief and Hair Grease: Finding Unexpected Ways to Connect with MomConnect with us!If you know, you know about hair grease and our mothers. I talk about mother loss in an unfiltered and raw way, sharing relatable experiences without clinical jargon, no attempts to heal you. Just talking to you so that you feel less alone.Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2025-02-1705 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudWhat Happens to Your Mother-Daughter Secrets?Connect with us!When your mother was your vault, your diary, your keeper of truths, what happens when she’s no longer here to hold those moments with you? I talk about this in today's podcast -- no clinical jargon, just the realities, no quotes from "experts" -- just my raw truth of living through it.Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee...2025-02-0904 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudGrief and the Mirror: Seeing Her Reflection in YourselfConnect with us!I truly see her in me every day! From my double chin to my goofy humor ! LOLGrieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2025-02-0303 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudFinding Balance: The Healing Power of 'Me Time' Without Falling into IsolationConnect with us!I recognized on my grief journey that what I thought was 'me time' was actually orchestrated and intentional isolation to prevent more emotional pain and disappointment. I talk about this openly and candidly in my podcast. No clinical jargon, just the raw truth of living through mother loss. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to...2025-01-2605 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudThe Painful Realization That Being "Mothered" Had Ceased ForeverConnect with us!Not that anyone offered, but I refused to be "mothered" by anyone else after my mother's passing. I also realized in that moment the profound loss of never being "mothered" again. I was truly now on my own.Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2025-01-0905 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudNavigating Grief Without an Army of FriendsConnect with us!I literally cringe every time I hear someone tell a griever to "surround themselves with friends" without any caveats for those who don't have an army of friends. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2025-01-0606 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudWhen Grief Meets New Pain: Processing Hurtful Moments Years LaterConnect with us!When you think that your day can't get any worse, there's a horrible ex-step-parent lurking in the wind to do just that...Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2024-12-3104 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudWhen You Lose Your Mom, You Lose More Than One PersonConnect with us!Sometimes our moms fill many roles in our lives, so when we lose her, we're not just losing one person, for some, we lose an entire tribe in one person. I talk about this reality in my podcast. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2024-11-1705 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudWhen the Loudest Cheer Fades: Navigating Success After Your Greatest Supporter Passes AwayConnect with us!That moment when you realize your biggest supporter, your loudest cheerleader and your strongest advocate was your mom, and now she's gone. This podcast explores my lived experience with this and how I handle it.Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2024-11-0805 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudShould I Talk About My Plans with My Mom to My Friend Whose Mom Recently Died?Connect with us!I speak from the heart about the realities of mother loss -- no clinical jargon, just the raw truth of living through it.Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2024-10-0404 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudDon't Use My Grief To Avoid MeConnect with us!I speak from the heart about the realities of mother loss - no clinical jargon, just the raw truth of living through it. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2024-09-2704 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudMotherless? Not Quite: Redefining My Identity After Losing My MomConnect with us!I used to refer to myself as "motherless" until I no longer did. In this latest podcast i talk about coming to terms with my new identity. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2024-09-2005 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out Loud20 Things To Do With Your Mother Before She DiesConnect with us!20 things to do with your mother before she’s gone... If I could turn back time, I’d do every single one of them. Don’t wait—make the moments count now. Read my latest blog and reflect on the memories that will matter mostGrieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carro2024-09-1807 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudNational Suicide Awareness Prevention Month: Why I Took Suicide Off The Table ...Connect with us!After losing my mother, my anchor, my best friend -- suicide was on the table, until it no longer wasn't. When people hear my story, they always say, you don't look like what you have been through...well what does a suicidal person look like? I hope that my transparency helps you on your journey of healing and understanding.Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you b...2024-09-0905 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudWalking Through the Unimaginable: My Journey of Planning My Mother’s FuneralConnect with us!If you ever wanted to know what it's like taking the devastating trip to the funeral home to plan the funeral for your mother who died unexpectedly, I share my personal story...Some people want to know these things because they try to imagine it for themselves.Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to...2024-08-3107 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudI May Forget What You Said, I Might Forget What You Bought Me, But I Will Never Forget How You Treated Me While I GrievedConnect with us!Some things just need to be said -- even in grief.Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. 2024-08-3005 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudGirl, That's Not Networking, You Just Formed a Clique...Connect with us!I stopped attending "empowerment" brunches and anything marketed as joining a certain type of group to receive access to certain things, exclusive support, access to certain people and privileges, here's why...If you want to form a clique, just say that. Don't sell it as networking. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the...2024-08-2905 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudThem: “That’s Not How I Meant It” -- You: "But That's How You Said It" : The Importance of Thoughtful Words in GriefConnect with us!This podcast is meant for those who don't know what to say out of their mouths to grieving people, but want to do better -- and want to help those they love! Listen out for the The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc's checklist on Think Before You Speak! Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to...2024-08-0804 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudSHOULD WE EXPECT OTHERS TO REMEMBER OUR DECEASED LOVED ONE'S BIRTHDAYS AND OTHER SIGNIFICANT DAYS?Connect with us!Today is my mother’s birthday, and as I sit here I find myself pondering a question that many of us who have lost loved ones grapple with: Should we expect others to remember our deceased loved one’s birthdays and other significant days?What do you think?Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. whic...2024-08-0203 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudWhy Aren’t Black Women Showing Up in Droves for Grief Support?Connect with us!The answer lies in a myriad of responsibilities and cultural expectations that often prevent Black women from prioritizing their own emotional well-being. For many, it’s easier to invest in retail therapy to fix the outside rather than doing the hard work of participating in mental health therapy to heal the inside. We’ve got to stop dressing up these emotionally broken bodies. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. T...2024-07-2905 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudSHOULD WE INVITE PEOPLE BACK INTO OUR LIVES WHO WERE NOT THERE FOR US DURING THE EARLY STAGES OF OUR GRIEF?Connect with us!SHOULD WE INVITE PEOPLE BACK INTO OUR LIVES WHO WERE NOT THERE FOR US DURING THE EARLY STAGES OF OUR GRIEF? What would you do?I share what I'd do in the podcast.Thank you for listening.Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the l...2024-07-1805 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out Loud50 Ways to Support a Grieving Friend or Family MemberConnect with us!No one deserves to go through life's trials and tribulations alone—especially not someone you have ever called a friend. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of those who are grieving, offering comfort, companionship, and a reminder that they are not alone.If you don't know where to start to support a grieving friend, we're sharing with you a list of 50 ways that won't cost you a thing. Let’s stand by each other, showing up with empathy and understanding, and ensuring that no one has to face thei...2024-05-1507 minGrieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out LoudHow To Navigate Fatherless Father's Day (After Motherless Mother's Day)Connect with us!Father's Day is often filled with reminders of what's missing. The commercials showcasing happy families, the social media posts celebrating fathers, and the societal emphasis on togetherness can intensify feelings of isolation and grief. For those who have lost both parents, it can feel like an echo of the pain experienced on Mother's Day, compounding the sense of emptiness.Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is...2024-05-1504 min