What's Your Grief Podcast

In this episode of we explore the many factors that impact the ways people cope with grief, from introversion and extroversion to optimism, pessimism, and the differences between instrumental grievers and intuitive grievers. As mental health professionals, we break down how these styles shape our grief experiences—not just for ourselves but within our families and communities. Understanding these differences helps us navigate loss ...

In this episode, we talk about the common fear when things feel especially hard that you’ve regressed or gone backward in your grief. We explore why grief isn’t linear but instead moves in cycles, with moments where it feels closer to the surface. By understanding this natural ebb and flow, we can reframe what it means to revisit grief and approach it with self-compassion.

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This episode is just what it sounds like - we're talking about what is in and out for us in 2025.

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We planned for this episode to only be for Hub members and not on our public feed, but with the holidays upon us and hearing from many people about how alone they are feeling in their holiday blues, we decided to release it for everyone. Because the one thing we know for sure is that you're not alone if the holidays are feeling tough. In the second half of this episode we chat about rethinking relationships in the wake of loss. 

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Typically we steer clear of breaking down grief by type of relationship, but today we're making an exception. In this episode we talk about the experience of grieving the death of an adult child. This is a topic that has been requested on many occasions, both because it is pervasive and also often overlooked. If you've experienced this personally or love someone who has, we hope this episode offers some insights and ideas for how w...

What's your earliest memory of grief in you family of origin? In this episode we talk about the way that grief passes down through generations, through the culture grief that is created in our families. We consider the ways that the grief of our parents and caregivers has an impact on us, just as the grief of their parents and caregivers had an impact on them. We talk a little bit about our own family grief histories, and offer som...

In this episode, we dive into the results of our recent survey, where over 500 of you shared your thoughts on finding and participating in grief groups. From the challenges of connecting with the right group to the value of group support, we explore what makes grief groups work—and where they sometimes fall short.

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In this episode we talk about a common social media quip - "there is no right way to grieve". For those of us who look back on some of our grief coping as not the healthiest, that statement can feel both true and untrue. We share our thoughts and talk about Charles Corr's 2023 Omega article, "Is it True That “There are no Right or Wrong Ways to Grieve”?"

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In this episode, we explore the research surrounding grief and ritual, challenging the idea that rituals are always what you might imagine. For those who shy away from traditional ceremonies, we discuss how rituals can be deeply personal, flexible, and self-created to reflect the individual needs of the griever. We talk about how rituals can provide comfort and meaning in unexpected ways, tailored to who you are and what resonates ...

In this episode, we provide a quick introduction to attachment theory and explore how attachment styles can influence the way we grieve. From how we receive support to how we maintain continued bonds, our attachment style can have a greater impact than we might realize

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In this episode we answer a question from a listener who has always been a journaler, but doesn't feel interested or able to journal about grief. We also talk about the risks of comparison in grief and coping. 

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Today we're revisiting ambiguous grief (aka grieving someone who is still alive). This can happen for so many reasons, ranging from addictions and dementia to divorce, incarceration, the foster system, and countless others. We're talking about what ambiguous grief is, why it is particularly challenging, and a few ideas for coping. 

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There are a lot of resources out there about childhood bereavement, but many leave off at the end of childhood. In this episode, we tackle some of the ways childhood losses leave imprints well into adulthood. 

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In this episode we responde to a listener question about managing the shame that often comes with continuing to feel sadness as the months and years pass. Plus, some chat on childhood bereavement, grief and video games, and creativity at funerals. 

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We've been on a summer break, but we'll be back soon with our regular schedule. In the meantime, we're here to discuss one of our favorite topics—grief in television and films. Specifically, we explore the multiverse, which has appearing frequently in recent media and often intersects with grief.  From Wandavision to Dark Matter, we'll delve into why some of these portrayals can offer an unexpected comfort in grief, however fiction...

Grief can prompt many people to stop using substances when that use gets unmanageable. Though it is often an important and healthy decision, giving up alcohol or another substance brings its own set of new struggles and losses. Eleanor shares her personal experience with managing grief in and from sobriety. 

Eleanor's article:
Grief and Sobriety: Discovering Loss Amid Positive Change

Other articles that may be helpful on grief and...

In this episode we dive into a topic that is estimated to impact as many as 1 in 4 families in the US: the grief of estrangement. Join us as we unpack the rollercoaster of emotions that come with feeling disconnected from loved ones, whether it's family or friends. Estrangements happen for countless reasons, but they can be especially prevalent after bereavement losses. We'll delve into the complexities of estrangement grief, and e...

Back in 2014 - approaching 10 years ago - we recorded an episode on overdose grief (you can listen to it here if you missed it). We have lost people to addiction so this was (and is) a topic near and dear. But there are some significant ways the landscape of addiction and substance related death has changed in the last decade. Some of those changes impact when, why, and how people are grieving following overdose deaths. So it seeme...