Grief, Loss, and Moving Forward

09/27/23 • 59 min

Have you ever felt the deep emotions left behind by losing a loved one? Join us as we traverse the rough terrain of grief and loss. We open our hearts and share how the passing of cherished ones has etched profound changes in our lives. With no roadmap or timelines for grief, we all stumble toward acceptance, the final stage, after denial, anger, bargaining, and depression.
Life seldom leaves us time to mourn. Our daily routines, relationships, and responsibilities often fail to accommodate our need to grieve. In our candid conversation, we shed light on how grief seeps into our everyday lives and relationships. From personal experiences to collective wisdom, we underscore the importance of compassion, patience, and the support of our communities as we navigate the murky waters of loss. We urge ourselves and you, our listeners, to extend grace during these testing times and respect the unique ways each person copes with their grief.
The bond between a parent and child forms the bedrock of our lives. The untimely demise of a parent can shatter this foundation. But even amidst grief, a ray of hope shines - the opportunity to restore bonds, to heal. A poignant part of our conversation also nudges you to express your love and gratitude towards your loved ones now, rather than be tainted with regret later. As we wind up, we leave you with resources to aid you on your journey towards healing and acceptance. So tune in, for a heartfelt conversation about grief, loss, and healing.
Resources:
The Process of Coping with Grief and Loss - Psychology Today : https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/everyday-life-simplified/202109/the-process-coping-grief-and-loss
SAMHSA's National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Helping Someone Who's Grieving: https://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief/helping-someone-who-is-grieving.htm

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Emotional Neglect Test:https://psychcentral.com/quizzes/childhood-emotional-neglect-test

ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences): https://numberstory.org/explore-your-number/?gclid=CjwKCAjwjaWoBhAmEiwAXz8DBYTeeo4vjsL5MrEof48wtJaa3koSlD2eMt3s3uBTlVw58e12PCAhsBoCfTgQAvD_BwE

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