GRIEF Ladies: A Guide to What Comes Next

GRIEF Ladies: A Guide to What Comes Next

GRIEF Ladies is a grief support podcast for anyone coping with the death of a loved one. If you're wondering how to handle overwhelming emotions, grief, anxiety, grief brain, loneliness after loss, or how to stay connected to someone who died, you're in the right place. Hosted by grief professionals Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold, this podcast offers practical coping tools, grounded conversations, and guidance for navigating life after loss. Each episode explores real questions people ask: Why am I still grieving so intensely? How do I calm my nervous system when grief hits? Is it healthy to stay connected to someone who died? Why do relationships change after loss? How do I rebuild my life after someone dies? Unlike stage-based models of grief, GRIEF Ladies uses the GRIEF Framework: Grounding, Rebuilding, Interacting, Evolving, and Finding as flexible trail markers to help you take small, actionable steps forward. You'll hear: Evidence-based grief education Nervous system and coping skills tools Continuing bonds perspectives Interviews with grief experts Honest conversations about complicated emotions Whether you're grieving the loss of a parent, spouse, child, sibling, or friend, this podcast offers steady support without clichés, pressure to "move on," or unrealistic timelines. Subscribe for weekly episodes and practical tools to help you navigate grief with intention, compassion, and connection.

Episodes

February 25, 2026 34 mins

If you're wondering how to rebuild your life after someone dies, you're not alone. Loss can shatter routines, disrupt your sense of identity, and make everyday tasks feel overwhelming.

In this episode (23) of The GRIEF Ladies Podcast, Karyn Arnold and Kelly Daugherty are joined by grief counselor and hospice expert Ka...

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If you've been wondering why you can't sleep after someone dies, you're not alone. Grief and insomnia often go hand in hand — especially in the weeks and months after a loss.

In this episode (22) of The GRIEF Ladies Podcast, Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold are joined by sleep expert Kel...

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Many grieving people wonder how to stay connected to someone who has died. Is it healthy to keep talking to them? To celebrate them? To include them in your life moving forward?

In this episode of The GRIEF Ladies Podcast, Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold are joined by Dave Roberts to explore the concept of continuing...

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Grief can feel overwhelming and for those in recovery, it can also threaten sobriety. How do you cope with loss without returning to old coping patterns?

In this episode (20) of The GRIEF Ladies Podcast, Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold are joined by Amanda McKoy Flanagan to explore what it means to grieve while stayi...

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In this episode of the GRIEF Ladies podcast, hosts Karyn Arnold and Kelly Daugherty are joined by grief coach and author Shelby Forsythia. Together, they explore the complexities of grief and relationships, focusing on the challenges of communication during times of loss. Shelby shares insights from her Life After Loss Academy, discussing the importance of setting boundaries and recognizing supportive allies in one's g...

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In this episode of the Grief Ladies podcast, Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold welcome Larisa Makuch, a transformational coach and founder of Abundance Academy. Together, they explore the journey of rebuilding after loss, emphasizing the importance of routine, motivation, and overcoming subconscious blocks. Larisa shares practical strategies for creating structure and finding purpose amidst grief, offering insights on h...

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In this episode of the Grief Ladies podcast, Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold welcome Melissa Armstrong, a trauma-informed functional health practitioner. They discuss the importance of grounding in the grief process, exploring practical strategies for healing after loss. Melissa shares her personal journey through trauma and grief, emphasizing the mind-body connection and the significance of nervous system regulation....

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As the holiday season fades, January offers a unique opportunity for connection and renewal. In this episode, we explore how to embrace the post-holiday valleys by fostering meaningful connections and setting intentions for the new year. Tune in for practical tips and heartfelt stories that inspire a fresh start and a deeper sense of community.

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In this episode of the Grief Ladies podcast, hosts Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold explore the challenges of facing New Year's while grieving. They discuss evolving through grief, dealing with emotions like anger and guilt, and the importance of setting intentions over resolutions. The conversation offers insights into navigating this time with mindfulness and self-compassion, highlighting the unexpected nature of New...

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Join Karyn and Kelly, the Grief Ladies, as they delve into the complexities of interacting during the holiday season while grieving. This episode explores the challenges of answering the simple question, "How are you?" and offers strategies for preparing and navigating conversations with empathy and authenticity. Discover how to make holiday gatherings more bearable and find peace amidst the chaos.

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Routines often provide comfort and structure when life feels unpredictable. But the holidays can turn everything upside down — changing sleep, meals, travel, and social patterns. In this episode, we talk about how to maintain stability in small, meaningful ways even when your regular schedule disappears.

GRIEF Ladies: Your Guide to What Comes Next

If you're ready to move forward without moving...

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Grief can change your relationship with your body — including how you eat, sleep, and even how you approach alcohol during the holidays. In this episode, we'll explore what mindful self-care looks like when grief and holiday celebrations overlap. We'll talk about how to make conscious choices around alcohol, how to stay grounded at social gatherings, and how to care for your physical well-being through a season that ca...

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What simple ways can I honor my loved one through holiday decorations without overwhelming myself? Should I buy a present for my loved one who has died? This special holiday edition of the GRIEF Framework podcast explores the Finding trail marker and how it invites us to create new meaning and connection during the season. Kelly and Karyn share thoughtful, pra...

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Is it okay to feel joy or happiness when grieving during the holidays? How can I be thankful on Thanksgiving when I miss my loved one so much? In this episode, Kelly and Karyn delve into the complex emotions of the holiday season, offering compassionate insights and practical ways to honor your loved one. Discover how to embrace moments of joy, connection, and thankfulness, allowing them to emerge naturally amidst grie...

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GRIEF Ladies Holiday Edition- Interacting

Holidays can bring a mix of togetherness and tension especially when you're grieving. In this episode, Kelly and Karyn answer real-life questions like, "How do I balance my need for solitude with social obligations?", "How do I still make the holidays special for my children after a loss?", and "What do I do about cards, both sending and receiving?"

Th...

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GRIEF Ladies Holiday Edition- Rebuilding

When the holidays approach, dread can creep in long before the first decoration goes up. In this episode, Kelly and Karyn answer questions many grieving people ask: "How do I stop dreading the holidays for weeks?" and "How do I face this season when it marks the time my loved one died?"

They ex...

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November 5, 2025 19 mins

Grief doesn't take a holiday, and the traditions that once brought comfort can now feel complicated. In this episode, Kelly and Karyn answer common questions like, "Is it okay to indulge during the holidays when I'm grieving?" and "Should I travel or stay close to home this year?"

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In this episode of the GRIEF Ladies podcast, hosts Karyn Arnold and Kelly Daugherty explore the trail marker of Finding within the G.R.I.E.F. Framework. After a significant loss, many grievers ask: Who am I now? and What comes next?

Karyn and Kelly unpack the challenges of identity and purpose in grief, sharing how loss reshapes our sense of self and our place in the world. Through real stories and practic...

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In this episode of the GRIEF Ladies podcast, hosts Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold focus on the trail marker of Evolving within the G.R.I.E.F. Framework. Grief is not static and it changes us in ways that can feel confusing, overwhelming, and even contradictory.

Kelly and Karyn unpack the impact of grief on self-esteem, the weight of complex emotions like guilt and anger, and the importance of cultivating...

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In this episode of the GRIEF Ladies podcast, hosts Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold explore the trail marker of Interacting within the G.R.I.E.F. Framework. Grief reshapes our connections—with friends, family, and even ourselves—and often comes with new challenges in communication and expectations.

Kelly and Karyn share how relationships can shift after loss, why support sometimes feels disappointing or co...

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