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In this episode, Michael and Jon talk about the loss of Jon’s dog, Cake, and the unexpected weight of grieving a pet. They move through the stages of grief — anger, regret, depression, acceptance — and reflect on how different loss can feel when it’s tied to daily companionship. It’s an honest conversation about love, grief, and what it takes to keep moving forward.
Chapters
00:00 Navigating Daily Challenges
03:03 Confronting Personal Loss
06:05 The Bond with Cake
08:57 Dealing with Grief and Acceptance
11:56 The Impact of Work on Grief
14:59 Understanding Anger and Regret
18:05 Finding Support in Grief
23:53 Reflections on Regret and Hindsight
27:24 The Emotional Journey of Loss
30:31 Coping Mechanisms and Daily Changes
36:36 Finding Distraction and Connection
41:50 Understanding Unique Grief
44:44 Looking Forward: New Beginnings
Music by Guilherme Silva (On Fiverr: https://www.fiverr.com/guimoraes)
Official Intro by Suzana J (Her website: https://www.suzanasvoice.com/)
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