Grief Is the Answer with Suzanne Jabour. Talking about the messiness of grief

Suzanne is a grieving mom who has found meaning in her loss through providing grief education – sharing how grief really works and how we can support people experiencing it. She works with organizations and businesses to build the skills and protocols to better support people who are grieving at work.   She is available as a speaker to share her story and help normalize grief as a healthy response to losses, big and small. She has a BA and BEd and decades of experience as a trainer, and a certified Grief Educator, Transformational Coach, and Workshop Leader.   Suggested topics: Navigating Grief: A Personal Journey to Becoming a Grief Educator

1. My Story: A Journey Through Grief

• The Heartbreaking Phone Call: Recounting the night my son passed away.

• The Immediate Aftermath: Coping with the initial shock and overwhelming emotions.

• The Long Road Ahead: Transitioning from survival mode to making intentional decisions to rebuild.

Discovering the Conscious and Curious Approach to Grief

• Introduction to a New Perspective: How the Conscious and Curious method transformed my grieving process.

• Embracing Curiosity: Learning to explore grief with an open and inquisitive mindset.

• The Healing Journey: Practical steps and insights gained from this approach.

From Survival to Purpose: Becoming a Grief Educator

• Learning and Growing: My path to understanding and studying grief deeply.

• Educator on a Mission: How I decided to share my knowledge and help others navigate their grief.

• The Mission: Raising awareness and changing perceptions about grief through education and support.

Grief 101: Understanding the Basics

• Defining Grief: What grief truly means and how it manifests.

• Common Symptoms: Recognizing the physical, emotional, and behavioral signs of grief.

• The Real Timeline: Dispelling myths about the duration and stages of grieving.

What to Say and What to Do: Supporting the Grieving

• Effective Communication: Phrases that offer comfort and those that might unintentionally hurt.

• Actions Speak Louder: Practical ways to support someone who is grieving.

• Building Connection: Strategies for fostering a sense of community and support.

Building Connection Instead of Isolation

• The Importance of Community: How social support can ease the grieving process.

• Creating Safe Spaces: Encouraging open conversations about loss and emotions.

• The Role of Empathy: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others to build deeper connections.

Grief as a Catalyst for Growth

• Finding Strength in Adversity: How grief can lead to personal development and resilience.

• Transformative Experiences: Stories of individuals who have grown through their grief.

• Moving Forward: Using grief as a foundation for positive change in life.

Identifying Your Own Grief

• Self-Reflection: Techniques for recognizing and acknowledging your grief.

• Understanding Your Emotions: Differentiating betw