Life With Grief Podcast | Grief Support Podcast

Tara Accardo
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Nov 20, 2024 • 31min

080. Day 3 of Holiday Grief: How to Handle Grief Triggers and Anxiety Around the Holidays

Drop me a message or voice note!Day 3 of the 5 days of holiday grief is here!Today we’re digging into how to handle grief triggers and anxiety around the holidays.I’m here to give you some tips and guidance on how to be able to cope with this, because the holiday season can feel like you’re walking through a minefield of memories, traditions, and—subsequently—triggers. So, let’s talk about it!PS—if you missed it, I have an entire episode around grief triggers alone—non-holiday triggers, that is! That's episode 15: tap here to listenWork with me:14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefExplore the membership: https://lossesbecomegains.com/membershipWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note through Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithGriefInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gainsWebsite: https://lossesbecomegains.com/Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomegains.com/journalBy accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Tara Accardo, or used by Tara Accardo with permiClick here to join me in my 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Experience and begin feeling lighter, at peace, and more grounded today. Just $39! https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefSupport the showSupport the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast📖 Life Beyond Grief Substack: https://taraaccardo.substack.com/Work with me:Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2429466/fan_mail/newInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gainsWebsite: https://lossesbecomegains.com/Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomeg...
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Nov 19, 2024 • 15min

079. Day 2 of Holiday Grief: Coping with the Pressure to ”Be Merry” As You’re Grieving

Drop me a message or voice note!Day 2 of the 5 days of holiday grief is here!Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s especially challenging this time of year: the pressure to "be merry." The holiday season is often painted as the most wonderful time of the year, filled with joy, laughter, and celebration. But what if, instead of feeling joyful, you find yourself struggling just to get through the day?We’re going to talk about how to cope with these expectations and how to give yourself permission to honor your feelings, even when the world around you is pushing for something else.So grab a cup of something warm, settle in, and let’s get into it! Work with me:14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefExplore the membership: https://lossesbecomegains.com/membershipWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note through Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithGriefInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gainsWebsite: https://lossesbecomegains.com/Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomegains.com/journalBy accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Tara Accardo, or used by Tara Accardo with permission. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including—without limitation—reproducSupport the showSupport the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast📖 Life Beyond Grief Substack: https://taraaccardo.substack.com/Work with me:Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2429466/fan_mail/newInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gainsWebsite: https://lossesbecomegains.com/Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomeg...
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Nov 18, 2024 • 30min

078. Day 1 of Holiday Grief: Navigating the Holiday Season After Loss

Drop me a message or voice note!Day 1 of the 5 days of holiday grief is here!I’m so excited to introduce this special five-day miniseries that focuses on coping with grief during the holidays.In day 1 I’m offering up insight on how to mentally and emotionally prepare for the holiday season after a loss. Whether it’s a first holiday season without a loved one or you’re years in, this episode is for you!Work with me:14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefExplore the membership: https://lossesbecomegains.com/membershipWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note through Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithGriefInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gainsWebsite: https://lossesbecomegains.com/Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomegains.com/journalBy accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Tara Accardo, or used by Tara Accardo with permission. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including—withoutClick here to join me in my 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Experience and begin feeling lighter, at peace, and more grounded today. Just $39! https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefSupport the showSupport the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast📖 Life Beyond Grief Substack: https://taraaccardo.substack.com/Work with me:Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2429466/fan_mail/newInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gainsWebsite: https://lossesbecomegains.com/Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomeg...
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Nov 14, 2024 • 1h 14min

077. Parent Loss, Divorce, and Embracing Transformation with Rebecca Feinglos

Drop me a message or voice note!Welcome Rebecca Feinglos to the Life With Grief Podcast, y’all! She’s the Founder of Grieve Leave and host of the Grief’d Up Podcast. And if you know Rebecca, you know how powerful and hilarious this conversation is going to be! Seriously, for a podcast that talks about death, grief, and loss we have entirely too much fun here...As both of us lost both our parents, we chat all about navigating these massive losses, major life changes, and finding solace in unexpected places—like Duke sports, in Rebecca’s case! She means business, you guys.Rebecca shares her deeply personal journey of grief, from her mother's battle with glioblastoma to her father's sudden death at the onset of COVID-19, and the subsequent shifts in her life—including ending her marriage and leaving her job.Through some of the best humor you’ll hear all day to incredibly heartfelt moments, Rebecca dives into the founding of Grieve Leave and the importance of building a grief support community. We also touch on the significance of finding quiet moments to help us in our healing journey, getting in touch with ourselves and how important this is, and the ultimate journey toward self-discovery in the wake of loss.Connect with Rebecca:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grieveleave/Website: https://www.grieveleave.com/Grief'd Up Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/griefd-up/id1759459228Work with me:14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefExplore the membership: https://lossesbecomegains.com/membershipWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note through Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithGriefInstagrSupport the showSupport the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast📖 Life Beyond Grief Substack: https://taraaccardo.substack.com/Work with me:Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2429466/fan_mail/newInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gainsWebsite: https://lossesbecomegains.com/Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomeg...
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Nov 7, 2024 • 28min

076. Minisode: The ONE Thing No One Says About Grieving

Drop me a message or voice note!In this minisode, we’re tackling one of the most—if not THE most—overlooked aspects of grieving that I see as a Grief Coach and Educator. I can’t give it away here… you’ll just have to listen in to see what it is!But, I CAN say we’ll dig into an aspect of societal misconceptions about grieving, and of course I’ll offer up some practical tips for coping with prolonged grief. This topic is something about the grieving experience that I’m always (desperately) trying to normalize.A big takeaway today is to encourage you to integrate your loss into your life in the most meaningful, impactful way that works for YOU.Work with me:14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefExplore the membership: https://lossesbecomegains.com/membershipWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note through Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithGriefInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gainsWebsite: https://lossesbecomegains.com/Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomegains.com/journalBy accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Tara Accardo, or used by Tara Accardo with permission. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for pSupport the showSupport the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast📖 Life Beyond Grief Substack: https://taraaccardo.substack.com/Work with me:Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2429466/fan_mail/newInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gainsWebsite: https://lossesbecomegains.com/Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomeg...
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Oct 31, 2024 • 54min

075. How to Cope with Insomnia and Poor Sleep (Especially While Grieving!)

Drop me a message or voice note!One of the biggest struggles we may have to navigate as we’re grieving is insomnia and poor sleep, so let’s talk about it! In this episode, we’re digging into biological impacts of stress and grief on sleep, highlighting the importance of natural sleep solutions, and even zeitgebers. If you don’t know what those are, you will be the end of this episode (and how important they are!). We’ll also talk about balancing parenthood or other responsibilities on top of all of this, and I’ll give you practical, tangible tips and solutions on how to navigate this insomnia or poor sleep that you can put into action right now to improve your overall wellbeing—and the grieving process.Work with me:14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefExplore the membership: https://lossesbecomegains.com/membershipWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note through Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithGriefInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://Click here to join me in my 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Experience and begin feeling lighter, at peace, and more grounded today. Just $39! https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-grief  If you're ready to create real transformation in your life and shift from just surviving to truly thriving, join me now for just $47: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformationSupport the showSupport the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast📖 Life Beyond Grief Substack: https://taraaccardo.substack.com/Work with me:Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2429466/fan_mail/newInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gainsWebsite: https://lossesbecomegains.com/Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomeg...
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Oct 24, 2024 • 50min

074. Husband Loss, Motherhood, and Rediscovering Love After Death with Whitney Lyn Allen

Drop me a message or voice note!Today’s guest is such a force of nature and an inspirational voice in the grief space—I’m truly so excited to share this episode with you all today because if you know her content even just from social media or in her books, you know how vulnerable and honest she is which we always need more of when we’re coping with grief.Whitney Lyn Allen is first and foremost mama to her sons, Jackson (6) and Leo (2). She practiced law as a medical malpractice defense attorney for ten years before her husband had a severe reaction to a bee sting and sustained a severe brain injury, subsequently resulting in his death.Whitney decided to turn her pain into purpose and followed her new calling to serve others who are also experiencing grief and trauma and share her vulnerable and personal grief journey with others.She is the author of “Running in Trauma Stilettos,” which is an Amazon Best Seller, and also just released another book called “what must be carried”.Whitney is also a certified grief educator and provides grief coaching to those who are ready for their own transformation and growth after loss. She shares the empowering message that there is so much beauty in life, even after losing a loved one.This is an ideology that I am just so aligned with and speaks to everything I do at losses become gains and here on the podcast, and I’m truly so honored to share Whitney’s story and uplifting perspective with you here.Work with me:14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefExplore the membership: https://lossesbecomegains.com/membershipWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note through Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithGriefInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossSupport the showSupport the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast📖 Life Beyond Grief Substack: https://taraaccardo.substack.com/Work with me:Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2429466/fan_mail/newInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gainsWebsite: https://lossesbecomegains.com/Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomeg...
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Oct 21, 2024 • 32min

073. Minisode: My Top 3 Wellness Tips You NEED If You’re Grieving

Drop me a message or voice note!I'm SO excited to introduce something new I’m trying on the Life With Grief Podcast… minisodes!These are here to provide quick and impactful episodes for managing and navigating your grief, but we’re also going above and beyond grief here (as always, with this podcast).These minisodes are a great way for us to dig deeper and tap into what living life after loss truly means, and what this looks and feels like. And, to give you even more tools, tips, and guidance on how to do this.Whether you're quickly tuning in on a commute, when you get up before starting your day, before you head to bed, on a walk, or anywhere in between—these more “bite-size” episodes help you can get a good dose of inspiration and support for the day!In this first minisode, I’m covering my top 3 wellness tips that you NEED if you’re grieving right now. But truthfully, these apply outside of grief, too.I won’t give anything away here, but hint hint: they’re some basics that are often overlooked and underrated! This is solid, practical guidance that focuses on simple, science-driven self-care strategies.Work with me:- 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-grief- Explore the membership: https://lossesbecomegains.com/membership- Work with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gains- Website: https://lossesbecomegains.com/- Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomegains.com/journalBy accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Tara Accardo, or used by Tara Accardo with permission. Except as oSupport the showSupport the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast📖 Life Beyond Grief Substack: https://taraaccardo.substack.com/Work with me:Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2429466/fan_mail/newInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gainsWebsite: https://lossesbecomegains.com/Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomeg...
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Oct 10, 2024 • 43min

072. Navigating Father Loss & Preserving a Loved One’s Legacy with Matt Jacobson of Lifebooks

Drop me a message or voice note!Today we’re chatting with Matt Jacobson, the Co-Founder and CEO of Lifebooks. In this vulnerable episode, Matt shares his personal journey with grief following the loss of his father to esophageal cancer when he was just 21. Something I resonate with deeply, as I lost my mom to this type of cancer, too.In honor of his father, Matt launched Lifebooks—an innovative legacy book that allows families and friends to create hardbound memorial books through a collaborative online platform.These memorial books are designed to last for generations with contributions from various family members and friends, offering a personal and meaningful way to preserve your loved ones’s legacy.Here we dive into Matt's background, his experience with coping with grief, the highs and lows of developing Lifebooks, and finding purpose amidst our grief and staying active as a means of healing.Work with me:- 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-grief- Explore my Life With Grief Membership: https://lossesbecomegains.com/membership- Work with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gains- Website: https://lossesbecomegains.com/- Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomegains.com/journalBy accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Tara Accardo, or used by Tara Accardo with permission. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, includinSupport the showSupport the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast📖 Life Beyond Grief Substack: https://taraaccardo.substack.com/Work with me:Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2429466/fan_mail/newInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gainsWebsite: https://lossesbecomegains.com/Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomeg...
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Sep 30, 2024 • 54min

071. Delayed Grief Explained: Causes & How to Cope

Drop me a message or voice note!Buckle up, grievers! Today’s focus is understanding and coping with delayed grief. In other words, a VERY important type of grief that so many suffer from.I’m so excited to dig into this topic and offer insights and personal experiences on SUCH an underrated type of grief.We’ll delve into various causes of delayed grief, such as prior trauma, suppressed emotions, denial, and avoidance, as well as societal and cultural pressures. We’ll also touch on the physical and emotional manifestations of delayed grief, including headaches, insomnia, emotional outbursts, and numbness.Throughout the episode, I’ll offer up tangible coping strategies to help you navigate your grief journey with patience and compassion.Work with me:- 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-grief- Explore my Life With Grief Membership: https://lossesbecomegains.com/membership- Work with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gains- Website: https://lossesbecomegains.com/- Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomegains.com/journalClick here to join me in my 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Experience and begin feeling lighter, at peace, and more grounded today. Just $39! https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-grief  If you're ready to create real transformation in your life and shift from just surviving to truly thriving, join me now for just $47: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformationSupport the showSupport the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast📖 Life Beyond Grief Substack: https://taraaccardo.substack.com/Work with me:Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-griefWork with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraConnect with me further:Leave a voice note: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2429466/fan_mail/newInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gainsWebsite: https://lossesbecomegains.com/Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomeg...

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