EPISODE 33 | How To Forgive The Unforgivable With Rhonda Britten
Not Your Average Grief Podcast
In this episode of Not Your Average Grief, I spoke with the incredible powerhouse of a woman, Rhonda Britten. She an Emmy Award Winner, has been on 600 Episodes of Reality TV, is a Bestselling 4X Author "Fearless Living", is named "America's Favorite Life Coach," is a Standing Ovation Keynote Speaker, and has been a fear expert on National TV and Radio for over 30 years. She shared with us her harrowing experience of witnessing her father's murder of her mother at a young age and the subsequent guilt and trauma that shaped her life. Through her story, she emphasizes the importance of facing...
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EPISODE 32 | Grief Out Loud With Melani Sessa
Not Your Average Grief Podcast
In this heartfelt conversation, I spoke with the lovely Melanie Sessa. We explored the profound journey of grief following the loss of a child. We discussed the importance of community support, the power of sharing personal stories, and the ongoing nature of grief. Melanie shared her experience of navigating her grief while also supporting others through her Instagram platform, emphasizing that grief is not just sadness but a complex intertwining of love and longing. The discussion highlights the significance of remembering loved ones and the need for open conversations about grief in...
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EPISODE 31 | Finding Strength In Grief + Community With Stacey Johnson
Not Your Average Grief Podcast
In this episode of Not Your Average Grief podcast, I speak with Stacey Johnson, a women empowerment coach and former clinical therapist, about her personal journey through grief after losing her husband and stepfather within weeks of each other. We discussed the challenges of navigating loss during the COVID-19 pandemic, the transition from therapy to coaching, and the importance of routines and community in the healing process. Stacey shares her insights on emotional regulation, the power of gratitude, and the significance of allowing oneself to feel emotions. The conversation emphasizes the...
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EPISODE 30 | Navigating Grief With Portia Barton
Not Your Average Grief Podcast
In this episode of Not Your Average Grief, I chat with my beautiful friend and guest Portia Barton. Portia is a mother of seven and a passionate advocate for food allergies. She shares with us her profound journey of grief following the loss of her daughter Charlotte, who suffered from severe food allergies. This conversation delves into the challenges of navigating grief, the importance of self-care, and the power of community support. Portia emphasizes the significance of sharing stories and advocating for food allergy awareness as a way to honor her daughter's memory. The episode offers...
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EPISODE 29 | Beyond Casseroles: What Widows Wish Friends & Family Knew With Dr. Lynn Banis
Not Your Average Grief Podcast
In this episode of Not Your Average Grief Podcast, I speak with Dr. Lynn Banis, who specializes in helping widows transform their grief into connection and joy. Dr. Lynn shares her personal journey through profound loss, including the deaths of her husband, brother, and mother. She discusses the importance of acknowledging grief, creating meaningful remembrances, and the role of community in healing. Our conversation also touches on societal attitudes towards grief, overcoming limiting beliefs, and the significance of coaching in navigating the grieving process. Dr. Lynn emphasizes the need...
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EPISODE 28 | A Path To Healing With Anne Hince
Not Your Average Grief Podcast
In this episode I speak with Anne Hintz, who shares her profound journey of healing from grief and trauma through the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). Anne recounts her experience of finding her mother deceased at a young age and how it impacted her life. She discusses the importance of emotional release and self-awareness, explaining how EFT helped her process her grief and transform her life. The conversation delves into practical steps for tapping, the significance of recognizing emotions, and the deeper understanding of life that comes from healing. Anne also shares insights from her...
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EPISODE 27 | Mindset Matters: Overcoming Challenges
Not Your Average Grief Podcast
In this episode I speak with Roman Fischer, an actor, model, and high-performance coach. Roman shares his personal journey from struggling with mental health issues and a lack of fitness to transforming his life through nutrition and exercise. He emphasizes the importance of clean eating, mental health, and motivation strategies, particularly in the context of grief and personal challenges. The conversation highlights the significance of gratitude, perspective, and consistency in achieving personal growth and resilience. Takeaways Health is wealth; without it, nothing else matters. You can...
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EPISODE 26 | Grief- The Pathway To Transformation
Not Your Average Grief Podcast
In this episode of Not Your Average Grief Podcast, my guest is Angela Clement, a certified grief coach & healer. She shares her personal journey through grief after losing her husband to colon cancer. Angela also shares her experiences of early grief, the emotions that overwhelmed her, and her search for hope and healing. She discusses the importance of embracing grief as a natural process and how it can lead to transformation and personal growth. She also highlights the tools and resources that have helped her and others navigate their grief journeys, emphasizing the power of community...
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EPISODE 25 | Self-Care & Navigating Grief During The Holidays With Laura Walton
Not Your Average Grief Podcast
In this episode of Not Your Average Grief, I speak with Laura Walton, a grief expert and coach, about her personal journey through loss and the tools she developed to cope with grief. Laura shares her experiences with significant losses in her life, including the death of her father and her partner, and how these experiences shaped her career in grief counseling. The conversation delves into the importance of self-care, navigating grief during the holidays, and the necessity of being kind to oneself during the grieving process. Takeaways Grief can be a catalyst for personal growth. It's...
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EPISODE 24 | From Darkness To Light With Gina Economopoulos
Not Your Average Grief Podcast
In this episode Gina Economopoulos shares her personal journey through loss, addiction, and a crisis of faith. She explores how to navigate feelings of hopelessness and despair, offering practical advice on finding hope and a sense of purpose. Audiences will be inspired by her resilience and guided by her insights on embracing faith and perseverance to overcome life's darkest moments. Takeaways Grief can become a constant companion in life. Experiencing loss can lead to profound personal transformation. Faith can be a source of strength during difficult times. Life in the convent provided...
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In this conversation with my new friend Emily Gould, a fellow mother who has lost a child to cancer, we discussed Emily's experience with her daughter's cancer diagnosis, the brutal treatments they went through, and the challenges of navigating grief. We also talked about finding hope and choosing to assign meaning to tomorrow. Emily shared with us how her daughter's love and light continue to surround her, and how she finds comfort in signs and symbols that remind her of her daughter's presence. We also discussed the pressure to move on from grief from society and the misconception that grief has an expiration date. We highlight the choice to integrate their children into their lives and continue to honor them. We talk about the depth of love and the perspective that grief brings, and the importance of being seen and acknowledged in their pain.
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Cancer treatments can be brutal and painful, and they often have life-threatening side effects.
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Grief is a complex journey that involves feeling a range of emotions, including sadness, anger, and hope.
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Finding signs and symbols that remind us of our loved ones can bring comfort and a sense of connection.
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Choosing to assign meaning and hope to tomorrow can help us navigate the challenges of grief and loss. Be open to signs and connections from deceased loved ones
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Recognize and appreciate the signs as messages from loved ones
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Grief does not have an expiration date
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Grief brings a deeper perspective and appreciation for life
Emily Gould loves to discover as much as possible about people, cultures, emotions, and the world around her. Emily has been writing for over 20 years. Upon her daughter’s cancer diagnosis, writing became less of a hobby and more of a coping mechanism. The more Emily wrote, the more people listened. Her words have spanned across nations and touched the hearts of people all over the globe. She has taken the opportunity to educate those who haven’t been afflicted with cancer about this disease in hopes of spreading awareness and love for those who fight for their lives every single day. Alongside her husband Kris, Emily is always up for any adventure that life has to offer. The couple, with their four children, enjoy camping, hiking, boating, laughing too loud, and just being together.
You can find her here
My social media is: Instagram @emily_m_gould Facebook: Emily Gould
I have published two books and am working on my third. Here are the links:
Turning Weeds Into Wildflowers: https://a.co/d/fWHqgr1
It Gave Me You: https://a.co/d/de2iDoD
If you are grieving right now, you are not alone. You can order a copy of my bestselling book Even If-A Holistic Approach to Living A Joy Filled Life With Loss on amazon by clicking here. https://amzn.to/3x5Qbd8
If you are a fellow grieving mamma and would like to know more about Holistic Grief Academy, my coaching program you can click here https://holisticgriefacademy.myflodesk.com/prei7fpydj
PS. I would love to stay connected. You can follow me on Instagram @mrsshaunadukes or head over to ShaunaDukes.com for a free ebook on how to support a grieving friend.