Grief is often described as waves that can crash through our lives like a tsunami. But what if you can learn to float, and eventually swim forward in the midst of that grief? We discuss how in this episode today.
In this Episode:
- 02:56 – Montana & Cinnamon Rolls
- 03:07 – “My Friend Just Died and I Don’t Know What to Do”, and an Old Man’s advice
- 09:19 – Coping Forward: Mental Health Strategies After Major Loss, by Lucy Tate
- 16:39 – Discussion – Charlie’s Journey after His Son’s Murder
- 20:10 – “Grief, Am I Doing This Right?” Greg, who lost his wife to Alzheimer’s
- 24:18 – Outro
Related Content:
- All Grief Content
- Moving Forward After Loss
- S5E35: Growth and Remembrance: What to Expect Your Third Year of Grief
- S3E24: Can Superpowers Overcome Grief?
- S3E20: Riding the Wave: Navigating the Second Year of Grief
- S6E9: Finding Your Breath in the Midst of Grief
- S6E16: Goals After Grief – Gentle, Practical Steps to Move Forward After Loss
References:
Resources:
- Coping With Traumatic Events – National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Provides practical tips for managing grief and supporting your emotional well-being after a loss. - Find the Best Group Therapy and Support Groups Near You | Psychology Today
- American Psychological Association (APA) – Grief
Explains the psychological process of grief and strategies for coping with difficult emotions. - Coping with Bereavement and Grief | SAMHSA
- Nourishing your body during grief
- Harvard Health Publishing – How your posture affects your mood
- 3 surprising risks of poor posture – Harvard Health
- Describes how body posture influences mood, energy, and emotional state.
- Mayo Clinic – Stress management: Know your triggers
Offers guidance on recognizing stress responses and taking purposeful actions to manage them. - How Journaling Can Help You Grieve – Diversus Health
- Coping with a Disaster or Traumatic Event
Offers evidence-based tips for managing emotional stress after trauma or difficult life events. - Art Therapy for Grief: Healing Through Creative Expression
- Keeping a Routine During the Grief… | Counseling | Therapy
- Addressing Grief-Based Insomnia Without Sleeping Pills – Brittany Bate
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