Graduating Grief- Finding Hope, Healing and JOY after Loss

Does grief ever go away? That is a question just about every grieving person wants to know, that's because it's one of the most googled questions about grief out there.

When you have lost someone you love, you can be in …

Each year millions of children are dealing with the grief of losing a parent. In fact, by the time a child reaches the age of 18 it is estimated that 1 in 14 kids have had a parent who died. And when it comes to helping …

A short meditation that helps you connect to your loved one this holiday season. Return to it as often as you need when you feel the need to connect …

If only there were rules to how to get through this pain and suffering.

If only there was someone that could tell me how to do it the right way.

If …

Host Sherrie Dunlevy talks about her recent personal journey with grief, as she concludes the year of "firsts". Some of the things she has learned are new, others are lessons she is relearning. All of the things are …

Now that we know what we can't control, (episode 3 season 3) let's dive into what we can. 

That way, we at least have a way to start working on …

The  first line in the Serenity Prayer: God Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change. Maybe we need to pray for accept those things …

While healing your grief is your own journey and personal responsibility, feeling loved and supported as you travel this path can make such a difference.

Problem is, many people are afraid of intruding and so therefore, …

This is for all the moms out there who find themselves overwhelmed, exhausted, AND grieving. The way you live your life in normal times is exhausting. Add to it what it took to live through a pandemic and then throw …

Grief can be so complicated and layered and that is what we are going to address in this episode. When my friend Kelly Cook recently lost her father she asked me if it was possible to also be grieving the relationship …

When it comes to death, dying and grieving, it seems that most people do their grieving in private. But what if you are in the public eye? How does grieving affect you then? It can be very complex and very challenging.

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When you have a friend who is dealing with some heavy stuff. Do you know how to show up for them in a way that they really feel loved and supported?

If you have trouble finding the right words or doing something that …

Have you ever gotten to a point in your grief journey where you can't remember your loved ones face or the sound of their voice and you suddenly worry that their memory will soon fade away? 

If so you are not alone. 

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Fifteen years ago, Daryl Powers was living what many would call the American Dream. He had a beautiful wife, a growing family, a great job and had …

Often when we are grieving the loss of someone we love, we are filled with anxiety that wherever they are, they are ok. We also want to look for signs that we will be ok. 

So when you are asking for a sign, you might …

How do you live when you've lost just about everyone you love?

When Martika Whylly lost her mom to suicide she didn't want to live. And then divine intervention prevented that from happening. But the anger still took …

When a beloved pet dies, the grief you may be experiencing can be some of the most intense pain you have felt in your entire life.

And yet, much of the world won't seriously recognize that pain because what you lost was …

As if losing someone you love isn't bad enough, how do you handle the grief and the stress that is created when your loved one leaves a mess behind? …

Tis the season to get caught up in the hustle and bustle, stay up too late, over caffeinate and jeopardize your immune system.

The holiday season can …

If you've lost a family member this past year, chances are the way you spend the holidays is forever changed. Not only have you lost someone you …

It's the Happiest season of all!

Joy to the World!

Happy Holidays!

Tis the season to feel jolly, unless of course you are grieving the loss of …

Because of the current times we are living in, more and more people are turning to online grief support groups because they are open when most of the world has been in lockdown. While many are great places to go to find …

In the fall of 2020 I was given a dream to create something to help shine the light on hope and healing to those who were experiencing pain and suffering from their loss. 

As a bereaved  mom, I know how grief can feel …

There's something about grief that can make you consumed with the fear of losing others you love too.

The grief associated with the death of someone …

Graduating Grief Briefs are episodes that are 10 minutes or less. A bite sized bit of wisdom, a quick insight to a breaktrough, or even sharing a …

One of the most challenging things to do when faced with a death, health scare, or trauma is to keep your mind from getting the best of you. 

It is something that can compound your stress and zap your energy. 

So how do …

Let's talk about it! Yes, IT... Grief.

Let's talk about it so we can get comfortable and not fear it when it comes to you next time.

I can't think of a better person to talk about this subject than Anne DeButte. Anne is …

What do you say to your boss when you are dealing with a loss in your personal life?

The conversation is not an easy one, but it is one that MUST take place. Open lines of communication make it easier on you, your …

"You are so strong." 

"I could never survive what you have."

Those are just a few of the many phrases grievers have heard as they travel their path …

Nurses and other medical professionals deal with death, dying and grieving as a part of their profession. For those working in Hospice, this is true every day they show up for work. So one might think they "KNOW" how …

Marcella Williams is no stranger to grief and loss, and death and dying. 

Her grief journey is one where she found herself being called to transform …

If Peggy Green can find joy in living life, you can too!

That is one of the huge take aways I got after talking to this remarkable mother who didn't just lose one child. She lost two.

She not only lives a great life, …

Jerry Fenter is no stranger to death, dying, or grief. After all he is a chaplain and is the director of Spiritual Counselors for a Hospice Health Care System. He is used to working with the dying and their families …

When it comes to losing someone you love, tears are almost a given, laughter, not so much. But Allen Klein doesn't agree with that. In fact he says they can co-exist and both can be used in healing. When he lost his …

If you had an accident and broke your leg, chances are likely you would see treatment immediately to help ease the pain and start the healing …

This weeks episode gets personal. Well for me anyway. This week marks the birthday of my son Brandon who was born 22 years ago. He lived for 29 days.

This year, on his birthday I felt sad. Really sad. And that might …

Grief is coming to you! If the thought of this scares you, then this is episode is made especially for you.

We are all going to grieve the loss of someone we love, something we love or something we are forced to leave …

Anytime you are going through a rough chapter in life, chances are you are feeling on edge and may be doing battle with anxiety. 

For some, anxiety can actually become a way of life with or without a major challenge.

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What do you do when you want to be like all the other kids, but you can't because of your physical limitations? And what do you do when the other …

Finally, you are managing your grief and feeling pretty good and then all of a sudden something out of the blue triggers your pain.

Sometimes it's so …

Marriages end because a spouse dies OR because someone decides to end it. Either way, there can be tremendous grief. But for those that are divorced, this loss might linger a bit longer. With death, it is final. With …

During the recent loss of my beloved sidekick and podcast co-host, my dog Ollie, I have been experiencing gut wrenching heartbreak and grief. 

A …

"Grief does not last forever. It should not be allowed to."  When I read those words in her soon to be released book "the rebellious WIDOW",  I knew …

Ever get one of those thoughts or "nudges" that you should call someone or reach out to them in some manner?

I'm sure you have, as I get them all the …

When it comes to talking about laughter, there is no better go-to source than a comedian, right? 

Greg Kettner has spent a lot of time on stages …

Not all grieving is associated with death. 

Katherine Knoploh knows this all to well, as her grieving began the moment she found out she had stage 3 breast cancer. Her grief began with her diagnosis, but was intensified …

When you are grieving there are many times your mind keeps thinking the same negative thoughts over and over and over again. And no matter what you try, they are still there. 

Can you stop these thoughts? Yes you can. 

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Permission to Thrive. 

Have you given yourself the permission to not just survive your loss but to THRIVE after your loss? 

It's not necessarily easy to do, but it can be done. 

Susan Angel Miller, knows this as her …

 Whether you are working to Graduate from the pain of your grief or if you are trying to lose weight safely and effectively, EFT is a great tool to …

Have you ever heard of Grief Yoga before? I hadn't until I saw a video on social media about a grief yoga practitioner and I knew immediately this is something I needed to know about, and thought you might need to know …

In my opinion, hospice workers and volunteers are angels that walk the earth, and I am talking to one today in this episode of Graduating Grief.

Nina …

This one was a tough one, I have to admit. I am talking to Jennifer Francis. 

Today she is a global entrepreneur, an author of two books, a wife and mom. 

But back in 2011, the unthinkable happened. 

She survived a car …

Rob Oliver is a #1 best selling author, an in demand motivational speaker, and the host of a popular podcast called "Learning from Smart People."

He …

Stepping up to support a friend who is suffering is not always an easy thing to do. So many of us want to help but just aren't sure what is proper.

Proper isn't really what it's about. Caring, kindness and support is. …

When I was introduced to Father Nathan Castle, I was told he did some interesting work. 

He doesn't prepare people for the afterlife (well living …

Getting back to your regular life is next to impossible after the loss of someone you love because everything as we once knew it has changed. …

2020 is the year of collective grieving.

Many of us have lost loved ones due to the pandemic. But there are many other kinds of losses people are …

So now that we know how to recognize a child who is grieving, what are some ways we can help support them in their grief journey.

Author, grief educator, and pastor Steve Sewell is back to offer advice.

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When we think of a grieving person, we often think about a person who is depressed, sad and crying. But just seeing that picture of grief, could be …

We all work with someone who has been dealing with grief. We just might not know it.

Grief isn't necessarily just about death. People can grieve over lost marriages, a diagnosis, a child who has a drug problem, and the …

Have you ever had your loved one visit you in a dream? Did you ever wonder what it meant? 

Were you curious if you were the only person, having this happen?

Did it make you feel better when you woke up?

In this episode …

As if losing a loved one isn't painful enough, what do you do when you lose them during this pandemic? That's what happened to Barry Koch and his …

When it comes to losing a pet, the sadness and grief you experience can be just as devastating as losing a human to death. The connection between a person and their pet can be strong, intimate and filled with love.

The …

Have you ever had someone you loved or cared about die suddenly? This kind of grief is complicated, because you didn't have time to prepare yourself. In this episode of the Grief Anonymous Podcast, Inspirationista and …

Grieving the loss of someone you love is so painful. And yet, even though we may want to feel better, often we feel guilty about it.

Do you feel …

Feeling fearful, angry, depressed, anxious during as you quarantine during this COVID-19 Pandemic?

You are not alone.

But did you know what you are …

How do you help a child who is grieving? It's a questions adults ask all the time. We want to protect our children from the sadness and hurt in the …

Grieving is as individual as people. Each person is on their own journey. But when it comes to men and women, there are similarities among the sexes. Many women have common grief experiences, as do men. But when a child …

So many women suffer from the loss of their child due to  miscarriage, stillbirth or early infant death, and yet, many never talk about it, let alone get support with their grief.

Today on the Grief Anonymous Podcast, …

It is not unusual for  a friend or family member abandon someone who is grieving  the death of their loved one.

In this episode of the Grief Anonymous Podcast, host and Inspirationista, Sherrie Dunlevy talks about three …

Have you lost a loved one to suicide? Are you feeling lost, angry, depressed, hopeless?

Help is available. In this episode of the Grief Anonymous Podcast, Sherrie Dunlevy talks with founder Ronnie Walker about the …

When we picture someone grieving a lot of us see deep sadness, despair, and crying. Those are common signs for grievers, but they are not the only signs and emotions that people feel. In fact, you might see someone …