Good Mourning shines a light on what loss is really like with honesty, hope and humour. Hosts Sally Douglas and Imogen Carn are two mates who are authentic, truthful, a little bit sweary, and on a mission to help others feel less alone. Sal and Im chat with inspiring guests about grief, mental health, resilience, and self-development – no topic is taboo. It's more than just a podcast; it's a supportive community where you'll find understanding and connection. Whether you're seeking honest ad ...
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GM x RoB Mind-Body Mini Series: How to Not Lose Your Sh*t – A Guide to Emotional Regulation
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20:53In this honest and helpful episode, we chat with Lynsey Chan about managing big, messy emotions when grieving. We talk about what emotional regulation actually means, how to build safety in the body, and simple techniques for when you feel overwhelmed or stuck in an anxiety loop. Want more? We’ve got you. If the podcast has helped you, this is how …
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GM x RoB Mind-Body Mini Series: It’s Not You, It’s Your Nervous System
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31:19Ever felt foggy, anxious, or totally shut down after a loss? In this episode, we dive into the nervous system with Lynsey Chan, breaking down what’s actually going on in the body when we’re grieving. From understanding the stress response to practical tools for calming your system, this one’s a must-listen. Want more? We’ve got you. If the podcast …
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GM x RoB Mind-Body Mini Series: When Grief Gets Physical
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43:28In this powerful opening episode of our mind-body mini-series, we’re joined by breathwork and somatic healing expert Lynsey Chan to explore how grief, trauma, and stress live in the body. We talk about how the body stores emotion, the different ways it can show up, and why creating safety in the body is a vital part of healing. 💛 Want more? We’ve g…
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BONUS: Catching Up on Bali + Energy Healing + Deep Transformation with Rebecca Jax
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42:03We’re back with a special bonus episode and have fan-favourite Rebecca Jax returning to the pod! Her 2021 interview was one of our most popular to date. Now, after experiencing her Kundalini Energy Healing retreat in Bali, we had to get her back to unpack the deep, transformative work we went through. In this chat, we dive into what Kundalini energ…
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SEASON FINALE! A Life Update + Unpacking Grief, Shame and Guilt with David Kessler
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50:04It's our season finale and what a season it's been! Today we're joined by the OG grief educator and author David Kessler to delve into the unspoken complexities of loss. We chat about coping with ‘the life you didn’t get’, shame, guilt and new year grief. As always with David, it's a conversation packed with valuable insights no matter your loss. W…
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Resetting Your Nervous System: How Grief Impacts Your Body with Jessica Maguire
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37:59In this episode we’re speaking to Jessica Maguire, a nervous system educator and author of The Nervous System Reset, to explore the mind-body connection and its role in navigating grief. Jessica shares her expertise on how grief impacts the body, the science behind the vagus nerve, how to regulate your nervous system during times of intense pain, a…
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Healing Intergenerational Trauma: Breaking the Cycle with Dr. Mariel Buqué
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51:26We’re joined by Dr. Mariel Buqué, psychologist and author of Break the Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma. Dr. Buqué shares her expertise on how trauma is passed down through generations and its profound impact on our lives, from emotional stress responses to behavioural patterns shaped by family history. We delve into the science b…
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BONUS: A Meditation to Navigate Grief with Fleur Chambers
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40:46In this special bonus episode, we’re sharing the replay of an exclusive meditation session we held in The Good Mourning Club with award-winning meditation teacher Fleur Chambers. Designed to help you reconnect with your body, heart, and the natural world, this gentle yet powerful practice offers a unique pathway to navigate the complex emotions of …
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Coping with Christmas: Advice and Stories for Grievers
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35:34Christmas is incredibly tough when you're grieving. In this episode, we're featuring your stories and advice on navigating the holiday season, as well as advice from some of our previous podcast guests! Whether you're seeking solidarity in grief or reassurance that you're not alone, this episode is here for you. Want more? We’ve got you. If the pod…
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Signs from the Other Side: Your Amazing Stories!
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42:38We’re back with another episode diving into a fan-favourite topic: signs from the other side. Whether you’ve been asking for a sign or are curious about connections with the afterlife, this episode is packed with real stories and powerful experiences. Join us as we share our own recent encounters with signs from the other side, including Sal’s rece…
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Life is Tough, But So Are You: Facing The Big C and Building Resilience with Briony Benjamin
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55:34In this episode, we chat with Briony Benjamin, cancer survivor and author of Life is Tough, But So Are You, about her journey through a shocking Hodgkin's lymphoma diagnosis at just 31. Briony opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of cancer treatment, including the physical toll of losing her hair, the complexities of freezing her eggs, and th…
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The Afterlife, Signs, and Emotional Healing with Psychic Medium John Edward
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59:20In today's episode, we're joined by renowned psychic medium, John Edward, for an eye-opening conversation about grief, the afterlife, and how to ask for signs. John shares personal stories of loss why understanding the ‘language of energy’ can help us recognise everyday signs of connection from the other side, and he also shares his powerful perspe…
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Brain Fog and Burnout: How Grief Affects You Physically
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48:27Grieving isn’t just about emotions, it hits us physically, too. One of the most surprising things about grief that we often aren't prepared for is is just how physical it can be. So in this episode, we're digging into grief brain and how grief impacts the body. From exhaustion and brain fog to heartache, insomnia, and even those annoying chronic ac…
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What Actually Happens When We Die? With Dr. Kathryn Mannix, Palliative Care Expert
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47:38Have you ever wondered, What is dying really like? In this compelling and comforting episode we dive deep into the realities of the dying process with Dr. Kathryn Mannix, a leading figure in palliative care. Dr. Mannix shares her profound experiences and stories from her work with dying patients, offering insights that challenge common misconceptio…
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Our 4th Birthday! How Grief Changes – Our Lessons and Yours!
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55:16Join us as we celebrate four years of Good Mourning! In this special episode, we reflect on our personal grief journeys and how our understanding of loss has evolved over time. We’ll dive into the lessons we’ve learned, the challenges we’ve faced, and the ways in which grief continues to shape our lives. 💛 Want more? We’ve got you. If the podcast h…
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Intuition and the Afterlife with Legendary Medium Allison DuBois
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1:19:14We are back for a new season, and to kick off, legendary medium Allison DuBois joins us. We catch up on what we've been up to and talk to Allison about how the spirit world communicates with us, how to connect with loved ones who have crossed over, and what exactly it means to tune into your intuition. She also spills the tea on THAT infamous Real …
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End of Life Experiences and the Other Side with Nurse Hadley
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46:09Today's guest is the social media star and palliative care nurse Hadley Vlahos (aka Nurse Hadley), who shares her fascinating insights into end-of-life care. She recounts experiences where patients have seen their deceased loved ones, how these encounters have deeply influenced her belief in the afterlife, and the profound impact of these moments o…
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The 3 Attachment Styles and How They Impact Your Relationships with Julie Menanno
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49:56Loss impacts relationships—some grow stronger, some strain, and some fracture entirely. So, how can we cultivate relationships that feel secure and safe as we navigate life’s challenges? Our guest today helps us explore just that. Julie Menanno is the author of Secure Love and a Family Therapist, which specialises in emotionally focused therapy for…
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Sal's Tough Life Decision to be Childfree
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41:01In today's episode, we're sharing untold parts of Sal's story and how losing her mum came at a time when she was making a pivotal life choice of whether or not to have children. Sal shares her journey of grappling with the decision. From early doubts to a pivotal miscarriage that made her question her desires and societal expectations, the loneline…
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BONUS: Unpacking Mother Loss with Zoe Marshall
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1:09:37For this bonus Mother’s Day episode, Zoe Marshall, host of The Deep podcast, joins us to talk about the long-lasting impacts of mother loss. Zoe gets vulnerable about losing her mum, Jan, when she was 20. From coping with toxic family dynamics to raising children without your mum, this conversation explores the heartache – and hope – of life withou…
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How to Find Hope After Loss with Rosie Batty
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58:42After tragedy, how do we find hope? We explore That question with today's incredible guest, Rosie Batty. Rosie is a Domestic Violence Campaigner and Author of two books, including her latest, Hope. In 2014, Rosie's son, Luke, was murdered in front of her by his father. Ten years later, Rosie wrote a memoir about what it takes to get through the wor…
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Coping When Relationships and Friendships End
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48:41In this highly requested episode, we dive into all the different emotions and challenges people face when relationships end with romantic partners, close friends, or family members. We share practical coping strategies and community experiences, offering a beacon of hope for those grappling with the aftermath of relationship loss. 💛 Want more? We’v…
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The Power of Grief Dreams with Dr Joshua Black
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48:27If you've ever wanted to know more about your grief dreams and what they are, today's guest will fascinate you. Dr. Joshua Black is a grief researcher, host of the Grief Dreams Podcast and the leading academic expert in grief dreams whose work focuses on dreams and continuing bonds after loss, including prenatal and pet loss. We explore what grief …
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Returning to work after a loss can be one of the most challenging experiences. Given that we spend a third of our lives at work, it’s essential to know how to cope with grief at work. In this episode, we share the experiences and advice from our community about grieving and working and how to support yourself and others. 💛 Want more? We’ve got you.…
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Grief, Sleep and Understanding Your Chronotype with Olivia Arezzolo
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45:24In today's BONUS episode, Olivia Arezzolo, Australia's leading sleep expert, joins us. We pick Olivia's brains about why grief impacts our sleep, common sleep misconceptions, identifying your chronotype and how that can be a game-changer, and sleep hygiene's do's and don'ts. 💛 Want more? We’ve got you. If the podcast has helped you, this is how you…
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The Neuroscience of the Grieving Brain with Dr Mary-Frances O’Connor
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51:26Have you ever wondered how grief impacts your brain? Today, we are joined by the renowned grief neuroscientist and psychologist Dr Mary-Frances O'Connor, author of The Grieving Brain: The Surprising Science of How We Learn from Love and Loss. Mary Frances is the authority on the neurology of grief, and in this conversation, she shares her scientifi…
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BONUS: How to Survive Christmas When You’re Grieving
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33:40Ah, Christmas – it’s a tough time of year when you’re grieving. So today we’re sharing your experiences and tips on how to get through the festive season. If you need some griefy solidarity or to hear you’re not alone, then this episode is for you. 💛 Want more? We’ve got you. If the podcast has helped you, this is how you can help us keep it going …
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Our 100th Episode! How Grief Evolves – Our Reflections and Yours!
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1:17:23It’s our 100th episode and Season 7 finale! To honour this milestone, we reflect on how our grief has evolved since starting the podcast three years ago. We also share messages and reflections from our community of listeners on their grief journey. 💛 Want more? We’ve got you. If the podcast has helped you, this is how you can help us keep it going …
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A Neurosurgeon's Journey into the Afterlife with Eben Alexander
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52:15Harvard Neurosurgeon Eben Alexander joins us to share his incredible near-death experience and what it taught him about life. 💛 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 mem…
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BONUS: Pregnancy and Infant Loss with Samantha Payne
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31:43We are joined by Samantha Payne, co-founder and CEO of The Pink Elephants Support Network, for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Sam shares the impact of miscarriage, how to support yourself and others, and how she’s advocating for change. 💛 Want more? We’ve got you. If the podcast has helped you, this is how you can help us keep it going …
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Rebuilding Your Life as a Widow with Karen Sutton
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1:03:24In today’s episode, we’re joined by Karen Sutton, who lost her husband Simon suddenly in 2016. As the UK’s first widow coach, she shares the tools and strategies she’s learned to rebuild her life as a single parent to two young girls. 💛 Want more? We’ve got you. If the podcast has helped you, this is how you can help us keep it going 💛 Shop our gri…
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We’re back for part two, sharing more of your signs and spirituality stories. 💛 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…
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Grief, Relationships and Boundaries with Eleanor Haley and Litsa Williams (aka What’s Your Grief)
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1:02:41In today’s episode, we’re joined by Eleanor Haley and Litsa Williams, who some of you may recognise as founders of the popular grief support website What’s Your Grief, and authors of the book under the same name. We chat about why relationships change after loss, grieving complicated relationships (ambiguous grief), grieving styles, and the importa…
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Signs and spirituality plus incredible community stories
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39:40We’re back discussing another fan-favourite topic – signs and spirituality. Join us to hear about our recent signs stories, Im's psychic reading, and hear some incredible community signs stories. 💛 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 …
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Coping with Pet Loss with Dr Katie Lawlor
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32:57We are joined by pet loss psychologist, Dr Katie Lawlor, to talk about how to cope with pet grief. 💛 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 ou…
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Our other halves, Ant and Ben, are on the pod!
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59:07This is a hilarious (and also very important) conversation. Today, we’re joined by our other halves, Ant and Ben, to get their perspectives on grief as the person supporting. 💛 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 …
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How can you cultivate resilience in the face of loss? That's the topic of today's conversation, and we're joined by TED speaker and author of Resilient Grieving, Dr Lucy Hone. We discuss taking an active approach to recovery after loss, dealing with judgement from others, different coping styles in a marriage, and so much more. 💛 Want more? We’ve g…
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Today it’s just the two of us catching up on all things grief. We answer a listener's question about feeling okay five years into her loss and share messages and advice from you all. 💛 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 …
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Getting Real About Grief with Cariad Lloyd
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1:04:30In today’s episode, we’re joined by Cariad Lloyd, host of Griefcast and author of You Are Not Alone. We have a good natter about all things coping with grief and loss, the importance of humour as a coping tool, and we put the world to rights about some common grief misconceptions (hello, Five Stages). Cariad also shares the impact that losing her D…
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Untangling Anxiety with Joshua Fletcher
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1:02:37We’re joined by Joshua Fletcher, aka ‘Anxiety Josh’, a UK-based psychotherapist specialising in working with anxiety disorders, and founder of The School of Anxiety. No stranger to grief, Josh shares his personal journey with anxiety, why we experience anxiety, especially after a loss, how we can reframe our experience with anxiety, coping with pan…
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Visitation Dreams and Connecting to the Other Side with Elisa Donovan
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1:05:31We’re joined by iconic 90s comedy queen, Elisa Donovan, who is the author of Wake Me When You Leave: Love and Encouragement Via Dreams from the Other Side. Elisa shares how visitation dreams played a huge role in her grief and acted as the catalyst for her healing journey. 💛 Want more? We’ve got you. If the podcast has helped you, this is how you c…
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18 Rounds of IVF, Surrogacy and Hope with Lisa Messenger
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57:57We’re joined by entrepreneur and founder of the Collective Hub, Lisa Messenger, to talk about coming back from rock bottom and building an empire. Lisa walks us through her 8-year journey of 18 rounds of IVF leading to surrogacy, the loss of her Dad suddenly, and what she’s learned about being resilient during hard times. 💛 Want more? We’ve got you…
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Boundaries, Grief and the Joy of Saying No with Natalie Lue
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1:09:53We’re joined by Natalie Lue, boundaries expert and author of The Joy Of Saying No which is a simple plan to stop people pleasing, reclaim boundaries, and say yes to the life you want. 💛 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…
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GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Big life event coming up? Listen to this…
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34:11Weddings, birthdays, and family holidays (to name a few) can quickly go from being really exciting to absolute anxiety-inducing and triggering events that you dread because your person is no longer here. You are not alone. We asked our community how they cope with big life events after loss and what to do if a grief bomb hits when you're watching y…
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Healing trauma and anxiety and the power of signs with Gabby Bernstein
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41:04In today’s episode, we’re joined by New York Times best-selling author and renowned spiritual teacher Gabby Bernstein. We discuss addiction and how it manifests itself, overcoming trauma and core wounds, identifying socially acceptable destructive patterns, the mind-body connection, and the power of somatic healing. 💛 Want more? We’ve got you. If t…
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Sex is such a huge part of life, and after a loss, some people can’t entertain the thought, while for others sex is a coping tool. Join us for a fascinating deep dive into your experiences, tips, and advice on sex and grief. 💛 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 los…
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Grief, Trauma and Bearing the Unbearable with Dr Joanne Cacciatore
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54:37We are joined by Dr. Joanne Cacciatore, best-selling author, professor, and expert on traumatic death, and the foremothers of grief education. We talk about defining traumatic loss, how our body reacts to trauma, how she coped with the death of her baby daughter, coping after losing an animal, how to grow your “grief muscle”, plus much more. 💛 Want…
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GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Coping when people say the wrong thing
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13:44Today we are talking about how to handle platitudes – you know, the clichés and ill-fitting statements. We share tips and advice from our community on how to cope with seemingly well-meaning (but a little offhand) comments from others. 💛 Want more? We’ve got you. If the podcast has helped you, this is how you can help us keep it going 💛 Shop our gr…
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We Need to Talk About Heartbreak Grief with Jessie Stephens
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50:39We’re joined by Jessie Stephens, writer and author of Heartsick. In this conversation, we unpack why heartbreak is a form of grief that doesn’t get as much airtime but is just as valid. We talk about how a broken heart impacts us, how to cope with the intense pain, what heartache has taught her and how to support someone grieving a relationship. 💛 …
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A Special ‘Tell-All’ Book Launch Episode!
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25:54Our book is OUT NOW in Australia and New Zealand! To celebrate the launch of Good Mourning: Honest Conversations About Grief and Loss, in this special tell-all episode, we answer your questions all to do with our book, including the (often hilarious) writing process, what you can expect to find in it, plus loads more. 💛 Want more? We’ve got you. If…
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