In this heartfelt conversation with Rosie, Myra Sack shares how grief reshaped her life after unimaginable loss. She and Rosie explore how grief can deepen love, sharpen purpose, and offer surprising wisdom, if we let it. This is a tender, powerful reflection on holding sorrow AND a guide on how to move forward. You can find Sack's book Fifty-seven Fridays: ... Show More
May 19
The Grieving Body: What Really Happens When You Lose Someone | Mary-Frances O'Connor
Grief inflicts a profound mind-body toll, yet our culture rarely understands this connection. In this revealing episode, Mary-Frances O'Connor, PhD, author of The Grieving Body: How the Stress of Loss Can Be an Opportunity for Healing, pulls back the curtain on grief's surprising ... Show More
59m 52s
Jun 18
Grief, Death and Dying W/ Cassie Uhl
What is a death doula, how do we work through grief, and what can to you do care for yourself when you're in the grieving process. This freeform episode is a conversation between Kelly and Cassie about her work as a death doula, and what to do when you're grieving. Learn more abo ... Show More
1h 2m
Oct 2024
The Courage to Say Yes - A Conversation with Tara and poet, Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer
I ran across acclaimed poet, Rosemerry Trommer, several years ago in a volume where she shares about the loss of her son, Finn, who took his life at age 16. I had never read anything on grieving that touched me so deeply, that held so much wisdom, such a deep affirmation of love. ... Show More
1h 2m
Nov 2024
64. How Can I Navigate Grief During the Holidays and Honor Past Memories While Making New Ones?
The holidays bring joy, but for many of us, they can also feel heavy with memories of loved ones who aren’t here anymore. In this episode, I open up about navigating grief during the holiday season and a lesson from my therapist that changed how I approach this time of year. We’l ... Show More
20m 22s
Apr 24
At 94, Iconic Writer, Judith Viorst, Has Thoughts to Share That We Need to Hear
With refreshing candor, renowned author Judith Viorst shares profound insights from her latest book, Making the Best of What's Left: When We're Too Old to Get the Chairs Reupholstered, inviting us into the vulnerabilities and unexpected joys of aging. Discover practical strategie ... Show More
52m 42s
Aug 2024
2662: What Do I Do if Someone I Love Commits Suicide by Dr. Margaret Rutherford on The Grieving Process
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 2662:Dr. Margaret Rutherford delves into the profound and complex emotions that follow the suicide of a loved one. She explo ... Show More
10m 24s
Apr 21
I Honor My Emotions as They Guide Me Through Grief
This week's mantra is I Honor My Emotions as They Guide Me Through Grief. Grief is a deeply personal journey, and allowing yourself to feel your emotions is an essential part of healing. In this episode of Mantra, we explore how to create space for your emotions, listen to what t ... Show More
43m 33s
Oct 2024
Microjoys: Finding Joy When Life’s Not Okay | Cyndie Spiegel
In the face of unimaginable grief and loss, author Cyndie Spiegel discovered the transformative power of "microjoys" - fleeting moments of lightness, delight, and hope that helped sustain her during life's darkest times. In her book Microjoys: Finding Hope (Especially) When Life ... Show More
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