GRIEF Ladies

GRIEF Ladies

GRIEF Ladies: Your Guide to What Comes Next Grieving can feel overwhelming, like you're drowning in emotions with no idea what to do next. That sense of being stuck is one of the most difficult aspects of loss. Welcome to GRIEF Ladies, the podcast that goes beyond just talking about grief. We provide you with the tools to take action. Each episode ends with a simple, doable step you can try right away, so you can move forward with intention instead of feeling paralyzed. What makes us different: The G.R.I.E.F. Framework: Grounding, Rebuilding, Interacting, Evolving, and Finding Purpose is a set of trail markers to guide you through the landscape of grief. Rotating focus: Every five episodes, we cycle through each trail marker, giving you fresh insights and deeper guidance. Practical tools, not just theory: We cut through clichés and give you resources that actually work. Real conversations: Expert interviews, myth-busting, and honest reflections on what grief is really like. Hosted by Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold, grief professionals with over 50 years of combined experience, this podcast is your companion for taking grief one step at a time. Whether you're just trying to survive the day or ready to rebuild, we'll help you find your footing, your voice, and your purpose again. It's time to grieve with action, intention, and compassion. Subscribe today and take your next step with us.

Episodes

January 7, 2026 22 mins

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.

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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?"

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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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In this episode of the Grief Ladies Podcast, Karyn Arnold and Kelly Daugherty discuss the second trail marker in their GRIEF framework: Rebuilding.

They focus on the importance of structure and routine in the grieving process, offering practical tools to help listeners create supportive daily habits.

Tune in to learn how small steps can lead to significant progress and how to navigate the emot...

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In this episode of the Grief Ladies podcast, hosts Karyn Arnold and Kelly Daugherty dive into the first step of their GRIEF framework: Grounding.

They explore the importance of establishing a foundation through healthy habits like eating, sleeping, and movement, and discuss how these basics can support individuals in their grief journey.

Join them as they share insights on creating a culture o...

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Join Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold in the inaugural episode of "Grief Ladies," where they explore the transformative journey of grief. Discover how their personal experiences and professional insights have shaped a unique framework designed to help individuals not just survive, but thrive through grief.

This episode introduces the concept of integrating grief into life, offering tangible tools and exper...

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September 24, 2025 53 secs

GRIEF Ladies: Your Guide to What Comes Next

Grief can leave you asking: What do I do now? It's overwhelming, paralyzing, and often lonely.

Welcome to GRIEF Ladies, the podcast that doesn't just talk about grief—it...

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