Life With Grief Podcast | Grief Support Podcast

In this heartfelt discussion, Diandra Ford-Wing, a tech sales professional turned author and artist, shares her transformative journey through grief after losing her mother, aunt, and grandfather. She reveals how writing her memoir, Redbird, became a therapeutic outlet, blending creative expression with healing. Diandra discusses the significance of signs from lost loved ones, the challenges of managing overseas deaths, and the evolving nature of grief. She emphasizes the importance of therapy and encourages listeners to embrace life while honoring their losses.

Rediscovering joy after loss can feel daunting, but it’s possible! The host discusses how grief often triggers fear and anxiety, making moments of happiness seem fleeting. Learn to embrace micro moments of joy without guilt, acknowledging that it’s okay to feel both grief and joy simultaneously. Practical insights include granting yourself permission to celebrate small joys and using reassuring practices to ease worries about future pain. Tune in for empowering strategies to nurture resilience while honoring your loss.

Drop me a message or voice note!Today on Life With Grief I'm sitting down with Hannah Rumsey, creator of the Friends Missing Friends Podcast, to discuss the unique and often overlooked grief of losing a friend.Hannah opens up about her personal story of losing her friend, Lauren, under tragic circumstances, and how this loss inspired her to create a space for others navigating friendship loss grief. Together, we explore:✨ Why friend loss grief is often minimized or misunderstood✨ The lack of resources and support for those grieving a friend✨ How creative expression can support the healing process✨ The deep value of friendship and why its loss can feel so profound✨ Disenfranchised grief around friend loss.✨ Personal stories of our own friend losses.This heartfelt conversation shines a light on the importance of recognizing friend grief and offers comfort, validation, and insights for anyone walking this difficult road.If you’ve lost a close friend—or want to better support someone who has—this episode will remind you that your grief is valid, seen, and worthy of love and acknowledgement.Connect with Hannah:https://www.friendsmissingfriends.com/https://www.instagram.com/friendsmissingfriendsClick 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 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://lossesbecom...

Feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to find a grand purpose after loss? Discover why small, everyday purposes can be just as meaningful. Explore how simple actions—like cooking or taking a walk—can rebuild joy and routine. Gain insights into how cultural pressures shape our views on purpose and learn to trust your intuition. The journey from small acts can lead to greater callings, redefining purpose in a way that fosters self-care and curiosity. Embrace the power of small moments and find healing in the everyday.

Drop me a message or voice note!In this heartfelt episode I'm joined by Laura Walton—a licensed mental health therapist—as she opens up about her deeply personal journey with grief after losing her father to suicide and her best friend to a drug overdose in her twenties.These profound losses shaped her purpose and career, leading her to become a grief and trauma therapist dedicated to helping others navigate loss. In this beautiful conversation, Laura shares how yoga and the mind-body connection became powerful tools in her healing process, offering both grounding and hope.Together, we explore:✨ Coping with the loss of a loved one to suicide and overdose✨ The role of yoga, mindfulness, and embodiment in grief✨ Why living in the present moment can bring peace during grief✨ Insights on resilience, healing, and rediscovering yourself after lossWhether you’ve experienced suicide loss, overdose grief, or are simply searching for ways to heal through grief and could use some inspiration, Laura’s story and wisdom will leave you feeling seen and supported.Connect with Laura:IG: https://www.instagram.com/grief.on.purpose/Website: https://www.withlovelew.comClick 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 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://lossesbecom...

Discover the profound connection between grief and our physical bodies. Learn why loss often leads to disconnection and how simple body check-ins can support healing. Explore practices like breathwork that help restore emotional balance. Understand how embracing embodiment can usher in joy alongside sorrow. This conversation invites you to see your body as a trusted ally in navigating grief, equipping you with practical tools for a vibrant and fulfilling life.

Drop me a message or voice note!In this impactful episode of Life With Grief, Lauren Hunter (LCSW, PMH-C) and I explore the profound impact of birth trauma and stressful NICU experiences on women, relationships, and family life. But before we dig into that, Lauren also shares her experience with mourning the loss of the relationship with her father after finding out some life-altering news, and how painful that living loss can be. And, as we move into our conversation around NICU trauma, how she lost her brother, Sean, in the NICU as an infant.Together, we talk about:✨ What defines birth trauma and why it’s more common than many realize.✨ The ways trauma can show up during and afterward, including postpartum PTSD and emotional triggers.✨ The emotional turmoil of having a baby in the NICU.✨ How mothers can begin to recognize the signs and honor their healing journey.✨ The role of empathy and understanding—from partners, family, and community—in recovery.✨ Why it’s never a mother’s fault if she didn’t “catch” symptoms early or know what she needed at the time.✨ How to show compassion for ourselves and others in this traumatic process.This conversation offers validation, compassion, and hope for mothers who may feel unseen in their pain. Whether you’re walking through healing after birth trauma yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode provides gentle guidance  and reassurance that you're not alone.Connect with Lauren:IG @sessionswithlaurenLauren in Psychology ToClick 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 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://lossesbecom...

Explore how the five love languages can illuminate the path through grief. Discover practical ways to support loved ones using words of affirmation, acts of service, gifts, quality time, and physical touch. Learn how identifying your own love language can enhance your healing journey. This conversation highlights the powerful connections between compassion and self-awareness, offering new insights into navigating loss while fostering deeper relationships.

Drop me a message or voice note!In this episode I sit down with evidential psychic medium Kelly Palmatier for a powerful and eye-opening conversation about mediumship, psychic development, and connecting with loved ones who have passed.I'm giving a glimpse into my own experience working with Kelly, and we open the door to an authentic discussion about the difference between psychics vs. mediums—and why understanding that distinction matters.Kelly explains what makes her an evidential medium, sharing stories that highlight the accuracy, healing, and emotional impact of her work with grieving individuals. She also offers guidance for anyone curious about developing their own psychic abilities, emphasizing the importance of meditation, consistent practice, and learning from others in the field.Together, we explore:✨ The difference between a psychic and a medium—and how to know which one you might need✨ What it means to be an evidential medium and why “evidence” matters in readings✨ Tips for recognizing credible mediums and avoiding common misconceptions✨ How to give and receive signs from loved ones on the other side✨ Simple practices for building your own intuitive and psychic skillsWhether you’re grieving a loss, curious about the afterlife, or interested in tapping into your own intuition, this conversation offers comfort, practical advice, and profound insights into the world of psychic mediumship.Connect with Kelly:Website: https://www.channelingwhitelight.comEmail: Kelly@ChannelingWhiteLight.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChannelingWhiteLightFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelingwhitelightInstagram: https://www.instagram.cClick 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 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://lossesbecom...

Drop me a message or voice note!Today we're exploring the unexpected perspective shifts that often come with grief. When we lose a loved one—or face any significant loss—what we once valued can change dramatically.I'm sharing insights on how grief can transform priorities, strip away what no longer matters, and invite us to focus on what truly does.You’ll also hear practical strategies for navigating this shift, including:✨ Practicing self-compassion when your world feels upside down✨ Setting healthy boundaries to protect your energy while grieving✨ Reframing moments of irritation or frustration into opportunities for healing and perspectiveThis episode is a reminder that changing perspectives are not something to fear, but a natural part of the healing journey after loss. Whether you’re searching for grief support, learning how to cope with loss, or simply wanting to feel less alone, this conversation will help you embrace the ways grief reshapes life—and discover meaning in the process.Support 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 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://lossesbecom...