Tendrils of Grief

Grievers and grief professionals share their personal stories and describe what was helpful for them or their clients in working through grief. This podcast will outline steps to have hope and build meaning into your life.

Beyond the Goodbye – Perspective on grieving from a funeral director 01/05/2026

Beyond the Goodbye – Perspective on grieving from a funeral director In today’s episode with Karen Roldan, a licensed funeral director, embalmer, and the creator of Behind the Funeral, to pull back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood industries in our lives — death care. With nearly twenty years of experience and a deep respect for the families she serves, Karen brings honesty, compassion, and clarity to conversations many of us avoid until we’re forced to have them. As a graduate of Worsham College of Mortuary Science and a licensed professional in funeral services, cremation, pre-need planning, and cemetery property, Karen offers a rare insider perspective on what really happens behind the scenes after a death. Through Behind the Funeral, Karen is changing how we talk about grief, funerals, and end-of-life planning — dismantling myths, answering hard questions, and humanizing a profession often surrounded by fear and silence. In our conversation, we explore what families should know before making arrangements, why transparency matters in death care, and how understanding the process can bring peace during some of life’s most difficult moments. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating loss, planning ahead, or simply wanting a more honest and informed relationship with death — because the conversations we avoid are often the ones that heal us most. Episode Highlights The Death-Positive Movement Transparency in the Funeral Industry End-of-Life Planning for Millennials & Gen X Normalizing Conversations About Death Grief Education vs Grief Avoidance Ethical Funeral Practices Pre-Planning Funerals & Cremation Humanizing the Death-Care Profession Funeral Industry Myths Debunked Emotional Support During Funeral Planning Death Literacy & Public Education Digital Memorials & Modern Grief Rituals Consumer Advocacy in Funeral Services Trauma-Informed Death Care Cultural Shifts in How We Honor the Dead funeral director insights death care industry explained behind the funeral process funeral planning guide cremation vs burial explained end-of-life planning education funeral myths and truths grief and funeral services death care transparency licensed funeral director advice pre-need funeral planning what happens after death funeral costs explained compassionate funeral care talking about death and grief modern funeral practices behind the scenes funeral home death positive movement understanding cremation process how funerals really work Know Karen Roldan Visit to learn more. Did you enjoy today’s episode? Welcome to New Ways Barre. We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being. Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/39612805

Curious Compassion: A Gentle Look At Grief 12/29/2025

Curious Compassion: A Gentle Look At Grief Today I sit down with Kyle Kittleson, the on-camera host for MedCircle, known for making complex mental health topics accessible through thoughtful, compassionate conversations. Kyle opens up about his personal grief journey after losing his mother as a teenager and how unprocessed loss shaped his emotional world for years. Drawing from both lived experience and thousands of interviews with leading mental health experts, Kyle shares powerful insights on grief, trauma, emotional healing, and rebuilding life after loss. We talk about why there’s no “right” way to grieve, how avoidance quietly impacts healing, and what it truly means to work with grief rather than against it. This conversation offers grounded wisdom, hope, and practical tools for anyone navigating bereavement, supporting a loved one, or seeking a deeper understanding of mental health and grief. Episode Highlights Kyle Kittleson MedCircle grief and mental health podcast losing a parent as a teenager childhood grief and trauma unprocessed grief healing navigating grief after loss grief and emotional avoidance mental health education podcast understanding grief and trauma healing after loss journey how grief affects mental health coping with grief after losing a mother grief recovery without timelines working with grief instead of avoiding it emotional healing after bereavement grief conversations with mental health experts making sense of loss and trauma grief support through mental health education Know Kyle Kittleson About MedCircle: While treatment, medication, and therapy are all crucial components to mental wellness, the often forgotten step to optimal mental health is preventative mental health care – for you and others. MedCircle believes that people who become highly educated about mental health can improve both their lives and the lives of the people around them. MedCircle provides access to the world’s greatest minds in mental health through engaging interview-style video series, virtual live Workshops, and in-depth articles on important mental health topics. MedCircle’s award-winning video library gives you “behind-the-scenes” insight from the most sought after psychologists and psychiatrists. You’ll learn what certain diagnoses entail and get unprecedented insight into the processes experienced doctors use to diagnose them. You’ll also understand treatment options along with the risks and benefits each doctor considers, and how they go about prescribing a treatment, therapy and/or medication. Become a MedCircle Member today: Did you enjoy today’s episode? Welcome to New Ways Barre. We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being. Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/39552890

Don’t Call Me Widow 12/15/2025

Don’t Call Me Widow In this episode of Tendrils of Grief, I sit down with Samina Bari—a corporate leader, author, and grief advocate whose life changed forever after the sudden loss of her husband. Known for advising CEOs and boards on over $40 billion in global M&A transactions, Samina brings that same clarity and strength to a deeply personal conversation about grief, widowhood, and rebuilding life after loss. We talk openly about the realities of sudden grief—the loneliness, identity shifts, and emotional overwhelm that often go unseen. Samina shares why grief makes people uncomfortable, how well-meaning support can miss the mark, and why grief isn’t something to “fix” or rush. At the center of our conversation is her book, Don’t Call Me Widow, written to help others better understand and support those who are grieving. This episode offers insight, validation, and compassion for anyone navigating loss—or walking alongside someone who is. If you’ve ever felt misunderstood in your grief, this conversation will remind you that you’re not broken—you’re grieving, and you’re not alone. Episode Highlights grief after sudden loss widowhood healing journey navigating grief as a widow life after loss podcast grief and identity after death coping with sudden death of a spouse emotional healing after loss grief support for widows Know Samina Bari Samina's linktree: Did you enjoy today’s episode? Welcome to New Ways Barre. We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being. Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/39409880

What Grief Really Feels Like 12/09/2025

What Grief Really Feels Like In this episode, I’m joined by Marie Crews, a transformational coach, speaker, retreat facilitator, and best-selling author whose work is grounded in one core belief: your story can set you free. For over 15 years, Marie has helped women rewrite the narratives that limit them—guiding them through grief, trauma, and profound life transitions with compassion, courage, and clarity. Marie’s 25-year journey of self-discovery led her to the practice that became her greatest healing tool: journal writing. This deeply personal process inspired her to create The Nautilus Way: Write Your Way Free, a powerful and proven method that helps women break emotional patterns, process grief, rewire limiting beliefs, and intentionally shape who they’re becoming. Her story is one of extraordinary resilience. Raised in poverty in rural Louisiana and a single mother of two at a young age, Marie fought to build a stable life for her family. She eventually left corporate America to pursue her calling—supporting women’s healing and studying mind-body psychology. But in 2017, Marie faced unimaginable heartbreak when she suddenly lost her son, just two years after her mother’s unexpected death. Instead of letting grief define her, she turned inward, using the same tools she teaches to rise again, rediscover her strength, and choose life with intention. This lived experience, combined with years of transformational coaching, makes her uniquely equipped to support women with authenticity, empathy, and hard-won wisdom. Today, Marie leads life-changing women’s retreats, including one exclusively for grieving mothers, in her newly built Gulf-front home in Florida—a sacred space for healing, confidence, and personal awakening. Her work consistently helps women reconnect with forgotten parts of themselves, uncover subconscious patterns, and step forward with renewed peace, purpose, and self-trust. Marie Crews is a certified health and wellness coach, a successful entrepreneur, and the best-selling author of Even When…She Rose—a testament to her unwavering commitment to rising through adversity and helping others do the same. This episode dives into: ✨ The healing power of journaling and emotional expression ✨ Rewiring limiting beliefs and breaking generational patterns ✨ Navigating profound grief and loss authentically ✨ Mind-body practices for trauma and emotional release ✨ Rebuilding identity after loss and life transitions ✨ The transformative impact of women’s retreats and community If you're seeking healing, clarity, or a deeper connection to your own inner wisdom, Marie’s story—and her work—will inspire you to rise, no matter what you’ve endured. Episode Highlights Journaling for grief recovery Emotional healing tools for women Transformational coaching for women Navigating grief and loss Grieving mothers support Trauma-informed journaling Mind-body connection healing Women’s healing retreats Florida Gulf-front healing retreat Healing after losing a child Personal transformation stories Breaking generational trauma Rewriting limiting beliefs Journaling for emotional breakthroughs Know Marie Crews SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: Website: Facebook: TikTok: Did you enjoy today’s episode? Welcome to New Ways Barre. We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being. Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/39334605

Don’t Grieve Alone – There is a Community Ready to Support You 12/01/2025

Don’t Grieve Alone – There is a Community Ready to Support You In today's episode Julie Fingersh, an accomplished writer and freelance journalist with a knack for exploring the intricacies of life. Through her essays, editorials, and reporting, Julie dives into topics like culture, wellness, relationships, and parenting adult children—all while offering insights on how to lead a better, more meaningful life. Her work has graced the pages of The New York Times, Oprah Magazine, The Huffington Post, The San Francisco Chronicle, and The Miami Herald, to name a few. Julie's current blog is a midlife sequel to her award-winning humor column she wrote in her twenties for Billboard Publications. Living in Marin County, California, with her husband and cherishing her role as a mother of two adult children, Julie brings humor, wisdom, and authenticity to her storytelling. Join us as we explore her journey, writing career, and reflections on life's beautiful messiness. Episode Highlights Midlife writing journey Parenting adult children Freelance journalism tips Leading a better life through writing Julie Fingersh articles Personal essays and storytelling Relationships in midlife Parenting challenges with grown kids Humor in life writing Wellness and lifestyle articles Writing for major publications Culture and relationships writer Personal growth through storytelling Writing for The New York Times and Oprah Magazine The art of personal essays: Finding your voice through storytelling. Parenting adult children: Navigating relationships as they grow. Midlife reinvention: Exploring the next chapter through creativity. Wellness and lifestyle writing: Sharing tips for leading a better life. Freelance journalism in 2024: Breaking into major publications. The impact of humor in writing: Connecting with audiences authentically. Balancing family and career as a writer. The rise of personal blogs: Creating connections in the digital age. The evolving role of culture in storytelling. Writing for impact: How personal stories shape societal conversations. Learn more about Julie Fingerish Read more about Julie and her work at . To receive a review copy, or to schedule an interview, please contact: Heather Huzovic, 646.972.0033 or Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/34239940

What To Do When Your Faith Isn’t Enough 11/25/2025

What To Do When Your Faith Isn’t Enough I sit down with Rev. Kate J. Meyer, LPC—an ordained minister, licensed professional counselor, hospice professional, and acclaimed author—whose life’s work is dedicated to bringing grief out of the shadows and helping people move through loss with honesty, compassion, and faith. Drawing from decades of experience in hospice care, private practice, and spiritual counseling, Kate offers deeply grounded insights into the emotional, spiritual, and psychological realities of grief. She shares why so many grievers feel unseen or misunderstood within their faith communities, how spirituality can be both a comfort and a complication after loss, and why honoring your grief—not rushing or minimizing it—is essential for true healing. Together, Kate and I explore: What healthy grief really looks like Why faith doesn’t erase pain—and why it shouldn’t be expected to The difference between distraction and avoidance How grief evolves over time and becomes a lifelong companion Spiritual signs, continued bonds, and the unseen ways our loved ones remain close The deeply human experience of grief through the lens of hospice work How to navigate guilt, loneliness, overwhelming emotions, and those “grief waves” that resurface years later The importance of choosing carefully who you share your grief with—and who you don’t This conversation is filled with wisdom, spiritual reflection, emotional validation, and practical tools for anyone walking through loss—whether you’re in the early days of grief or decades into your healing journey. If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I grieving wrong?” or “Why does this still hurt so much?”—this episode is a gentle reminder that grief doesn’t disappear. It changes shape, it grows with us, and healing is never about forgetting… it’s about learning how to carry love forward. Episode Highlights Rev. Kate J. Meyer grief and faith Christian grief counseling spiritual grief healing healthy grieving process grief and spirituality hospice grief insights navigating grief and loss emotional healing after loss Christian counselor grief complicated grief support understanding grief waves lifelong grief journey grief validation and support mental health and grief faith-based grief support grief and emotional wellness spiritual signs after death continued bonds in grief grief conversations 2025 Know Rev. Kate J Meyer, LPC Faith Doesn't Erase Grief , The Red Couch, and The Yellow Dress are available at and wherever books are sold Subscribe at: Did you enjoy today’s episode? Welcome to New Ways Barre. We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being. Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/39163085

Change Your Mind and Change Your Life 11/17/2025

Change Your Mind and Change Your Life We sit down with Zoilita Grant, a transformational mindset expert with over 50 years of experience in subconscious reprogramming, hypnosis, and personal development. Zoilita has helped thousands of people break free from old patterns, release fear, and step into a life of clarity, confidence, and purpose. Known for her grounded, heart-centered approach, Zoilita blends science-backed techniques, hypnosis for healing, and mindset transformation tools that empower individuals to create real, lasting change. Her message is simple yet profound: everything you need to transform your life is already within you. In this conversation, Zoilita shares practical strategies for rewiring limiting beliefs, releasing emotional blocks, and shifting from survival mode to inner freedom. Whether you're navigating grief, self-doubt, anxiety, or a major life transition, her insights illuminate a path toward healing and self-empowerment. If you're curious about subconscious healing, neuroscience-based mindset shifts, hypnosis for trauma recovery, or how to unlock your own brilliance, this episode is a must-listen. Episode Highlights subconscious reprogramming techniques hypnosis for healing trauma mindset transformation tools emotional healing through hypnosis break free from limiting beliefs personal development expert 2025 rewire the subconscious mind overcoming fear and self-doubt healing from emotional blocks inner transformation practices trauma recovery and mindset work self-empowerment strategies holistic mental wellness 2025 neuroscience of mindset change transformational coaching methods confidence and clarity building subconscious mind healing mindset coach podcast interview inner peace and emotional freedom mental wellness through hypnosis Know Zoilita Grant Website Community LinkedIn Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/39056760

What To Do When Grief Causes an Existential Crisis 11/10/2025

What To Do When Grief Causes an Existential Crisis In this episode, we sit down with Andrea, an author, poet, artist, book illustrator, and yoga practitioner who writes under the pen name Cheydrea. Andrea’s journey is one of brave authenticity, deep healing, and passionate storytelling. From her 15+ year journey of religious deconstruction to healing her inner child and navigating family estrangement, Andrea candidly shares her experiences and lessons learned along the way. Andrea’s passions extend to fostering healthy and sustainable relationships, including a 28+ year marriage shaped by religious and childhood trauma, as well as meaningful friendships with women. She also opens up about her writing and publishing process, her indie-author journey, and her latest book, A Poet’s Playground. Join us as Andrea dives into the stories, struggles, and triumphs that have shaped her life. Together, we explore topics like the power of vulnerability, her personal growth in health and healing, and how she uses art and words to inspire and empower women. Episode Highlights Andrea Cheydrea Religious deconstruction journey Healing from childhood trauma Inner-child healing stories Family estrangement recovery Healthy and sustainable relationships Marriage and religious trauma Writing and publishing process Indie author journey A Poet’s Playground by Andrea Women’s empowerment through writing Bravely sharing personal stories Mindful healing through yoga and art Emotional healing and storytelling Building meaningful female friendships The Power of Vulnerability in Healing Relationships Religious Deconstruction: Reclaiming Identity Beyond Faith How Inner-Child Healing Transforms Adult Relationships Finding Strength Through Family Estrangement Art as a Healing Tool: A Poet’s Journey Marriage Beyond Trauma: 28+ Years of Growth and Healing Navigating the Indie Author World: A Journey to A Poet’s Playground Embracing Authenticity: A Path to Personal Evolution Yoga, Art, and Writing: Tools for Emotional Healing Supporting Women in Their Healing and Writing Journeys Balancing Vulnerability and Strength in Modern Relationships How Stories of Transformation Inspire Global Conversations Creating Healthy Friendships Among Women The Role of Poetry in Emotional and Spiritual Healing How Sharing Personal Stories Empowers Others to Heal Learn more about Andrea Visit her website Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/34345400

My Husband Survived a Fiery Plane Crash – Belief in Possibilities 11/03/2025

My Husband Survived a Fiery Plane Crash – Belief in Possibilities In this deeply moving episode of Tendrils of Grief, host Susan Waze speaks with Jenny Brandemuehl, author of Forever Fly Free: A Memoir of Love, Trauma, and Resilience. Jenny opens her heart to share the incredible true story of how her husband survived — and ultimately succumbed to — a fiery plane crash that forever changed her life. A former Silicon Valley executive turned author and mental health advocate, Jenny reflects on the power of love, intuition, and healing after unimaginable loss. She shares how she transformed her grief into gratitude, found meaning through synchronicities, and rediscovered joy with her new partner — all while honoring her late husband’s legacy. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to navigate trauma and grief through love and inner strength The role of intuition and synchronicity in healing Why vulnerability and community are vital for recovery How Jenny turned her pain into purpose through writing and advocacy Jenny’s story is a testament to resilience, reminding us that hope isn’t about expectation — it’s a belief in possibilities.Learn more about Jenny’s memoir, Forever Fly Free, and how proceeds support the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. Episode Highlights grief recovery podcast healing after loss trauma healing stories widowhood and resilience intuitive healing grief and love emotional healing journey mental health awareness inspirational women authors overcoming tragedy Know Jenny Brandemuehl Website: Instagram: Substack: LinkedIn: Did you enjoy today’s episode? Welcome to New Ways Barre. We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being. Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/38842145

Can Grief Make A Child Gay – The Ties Between Loss and Truth 10/28/2025

Can Grief Make A Child Gay – The Ties Between Loss and Truth We welcome Heather Hester — LGBTQ+ advocate, coach, author of Parenting with Pride, and host of More Human. More Kind. Together, they explore the intersection of grief, identity, parenting, and unconditional love, offering hope and understanding for families navigating similar journeys. In this episode I open up about my own experience supporting my child, Max, who came out as transgender after the loss of their father. Dive in as Heather offers compassionate insights into how grief and identity transformation often intertwine, what parents can do to support their LGBTQ+ children, and how to move from fear to fierce, informed love with clarity and courage. Listeners will gain heartfelt lessons on: The connection between grief and self-discovery How parents can embrace change with empathy and openness Creating safe spaces for authentic expression and healing Letting go of expectations and finding peace in the unknown This episode is a must-listen for parents, allies, and anyone seeking to better understand the evolving landscape of identity, grief, and love. Heather and Susan remind us that kindness and belonging aren’t just emotions — they’re practices that can transform pain into connection and compassion. Episode Highlights grief and identity parenting LGBTQ+ children grief and gender identity trans youth support parenting through grief Heather Hester podcast More Human More Kind Parenting with Pride book grief podcast 2025 LGBTQ+ parenting emotional healing after loss supporting transgender child grief and transformation self-compassion and acceptance Know Heather Hester Did you enjoy today’s episode? Welcome to New Ways Barre. We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being. Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/38804705

Losing a Son I wasn’t Speaking to – Complicated grief 10/20/2025

Losing a Son I wasn’t Speaking to – Complicated grief We sit down with Misty Reshun — writer, speaker, and founder of Regal Crown Publishing — to explore how grief can become a powerful catalyst for healing, faith, and purpose. After the devastating loss of her son, Misty turned her pain into purpose through her book Sunflowers and Silence: Reflections from the Valley, a memoir and guided journal that offers comfort, reflection, and renewal for anyone walking through loss. Misty shares her journey of transforming heartbreak into hope and how she creates safe spaces for others to feel seen and supported. Through her words, she reminds us that grief and faith can coexist — and that restoration is possible even in silence. Listeners will be inspired by Misty’s message of resilience, her reflections on writing through pain, and her mission to uplift parents, women, and faith-seekers through her community projects — Regal Sisterhood Book Club and Regal Xscapes Travel. This episode is a reminder that even in the darkest valleys, the soul can bloom again. Episode Highlights grief healing podcast Christian grief stories writing through grief faith after loss grief journal prompts memoirs about loss spiritual healing podcast women of faith authors grief recovery journey loss and restoration parenting after loss faith-based resilience More About Misty Reshun Website: Did you enjoy today’s episode? Welcome to We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being. Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/38647670

Using Meditation, Gratitude and Healing Primal Wounds to alleviate Grief 10/14/2025

Using Meditation, Gratitude and Healing Primal Wounds to alleviate Grief In this inspiring episode of The Tendrils of Grief Podcast, Edit B Kiss — a holistic mentor, success habit coach, #1 best-selling author, Humanitarian Award winner, and international speaker — to explore how true healing begins from within. After a successful 15-year career in petroleum engineering, Edit took a leap of faith and transitioned into the world of holistic healing and mind-body transformation. Today, she helps people move from emotional pain and burnout to peace, clarity, and empowerment in just 30 days by blending ancient energy healing practices with modern neuroscience and habit transformation techniques. In this episode, Edit shares her powerful insights on: The science behind rewiring the brain for peace and success How energy healing and neuroscience work together to dissolve emotional blocks Why self-awareness and consistency are key to breaking negative patterns Her personal story of transformation from corporate success to soul-centered living Actionable tools to start your own healing and mindset reset journey If you’re ready to embrace your full potential, let go of limiting beliefs, and find balance in every area of your life, this conversation is a must-listen. Episode Highlights holistic healing neuroscience of transformation emotional healing mind-body connection stress relief and burnout recovery personal growth podcast emotional wellness coach 30-day transformation self-healing, mental health and mindfulness energy healing methods spiritual awakening podcast Know Edit B Kiss - - - - The Gap Filler Success Special Promotion for anyone who will buy the book and leaves a review on Amazon before 23rd of October will receive a free Source memory healing session. Skool community Did you enjoy today’s episode? Welcome to New Ways Barre. We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being. Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/38560790

Finding Joy Through Sorrow 10/06/2025

Finding Joy Through Sorrow We sit down with Dr. Jerry Woodbridge — a Christian author, grief advocate, and lifelong educator whose mission is to bring comfort, understanding, and faith-based healing to grieving children and their caregivers. With over 40 years of experience in education and a deeply personal connection to grief after losing her husband in 2004, Dr. Woodbridge has turned her sorrow into purpose. Through her writing and teaching, she empowers families to navigate loss with compassion and faith. Her acclaimed books — Joy Overcame Sorrow (a children’s guide to grief), Joy’s Journal (a companion for healing through writing), and Trading My Sorrows for the Joy of the Lord (a reflective look at widowhood and faith) — serve as invaluable tools for both children and adults learning to process emotions and find peace. Now an assistant professor at Liberty University, Dr. Woodbridge continues to inspire others with her message that, while grief is universal, joy can still be reclaimed through faith, storytelling, and love. In this episode, Dr. Woodbridge shares: 💛 How faith and community can bring light to life’s darkest moments 📖 The importance of storytelling and journaling in children’s emotional healing 👩‍👧 How parents, teachers, and caregivers can support grieving children 🙏 Her personal journey through widowhood and the strength found in God’s promises Join us for a conversation filled with wisdom, empathy, and faith — a reminder that even in sorrow, joy is always within reach. Episode Highlights Dr. Jerry Woodbridge podcast interview Christian grief healing 2025 Helping children cope with grief Faith-based healing after loss Widowhood and faith journey Grief resources for kids and families Journaling for grieving children Christian author grief books Teaching kids about loss and hope Liberty University Christian educators Turning grief into joy podcast Emotional healing through storytelling Finding joy after sorrow Know Dr. Jerry Woodbridge - - - - - - - Did you enjoy today’s episode? Welcome to New Ways Barre. We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being. Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/38468030

How To Connect With Loved Ones on the Other Side 09/29/2025

How To Connect With Loved Ones on the Other Side We welcome Jill Amy Sager—an award-winning author, public speaker, intuitive Tarot reader, and spiritual channel whose story is as inspiring as it is transformative. Jill’s journey began in the late 1970s when she first studied Tarot, never imagining that it would lead her to channel wisdom from the Universe—what she lovingly calls “Guidance.” Over time, her gift as a spiritual medium grew, and today she serves an international clientele, offering clarity, healing, and connection through the Tarot and intuitive messages. Born with a physical disability, Jill spent much of her childhood in hospitals, facing the stigma of being a disabled child in the 1960s. What once left her feeling unworthy ultimately became the foundation of her strength. She credits the wisdom of the Tarot and the love of Universal Guidance for transforming her self-image and helping her embrace a life of confidence and purpose. Her creative journey is just as remarkable. Once a percussionist, Jill became an author when her book Beginning Hand Drumming: A Guide to Recreation and Wellness was published by Carl Fischer Music. Since then, her work has been featured in outlets such as Women Writers, Women’s Books, Story Circle, Awakened Magazine, The Register Guard, Silver Birch Press, Authority Magazine, and The Power of Each Breath: A Disabled Women’s Anthology. In this episode, Jill shares: How Tarot can be a tool for empowerment and spiritual guidance Her experience of overcoming stigma and disability to embrace her worth The evolution from musician to writer to intuitive healer How “Guidance” continues to shape her life and inspire her global community Join us for an uplifting conversation about resilience, spirituality, and the transformative power of trusting Universal wisdom. Episode Highlights ill Amy Sager podcast Tarot reading for guidance 2025 Spiritual medium and channeling wisdom Disability and empowerment stories Intuitive healing and Tarot Overcoming stigma and finding purpose Tarot for self-confidence and healing Women authors in spirituality 2025 Spiritual guidance podcast episodes Resilience and transformation stories Know Jill Amy Sager Did you enjoy today’s episode? Welcome to New Ways Barre. We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being. Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/38382690

The Final Letter – A Father’s Journey With Teen Suicide 09/22/2025

The Final Letter – A Father’s Journey With Teen Suicide In this episode, we sit down with Elliot Kallen, President of A Brighter Day, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing teen suicide and supporting families struggling with teen depression, stress, and mental health challenges. Founded in 2015 after the heartbreaking loss of his 19-year-old son Jake to suicide, Elliot transformed personal tragedy into a mission of hope. Through A Brighter Day, Elliot and his team provide free mental health toolkits, crisis resources, charity events, and community outreach—reaching thousands of teens and parents each month. His work shines a light on the silent battles young people face and equips families with practical tools to build resilience, self-confidence, and emotional well-being. In our conversation, Elliot shares: His journey from grief to purpose-driven nonprofit leadership Why teen suicide prevention must be a national priority in 2025 and beyond Warning signs of stress, depression, and suicidal thoughts that parents need to recognize Actionable strategies for supporting teens’ mental health at home and in schools The roadmap to building a sustainable nonprofit that drives real impact Elliot’s story is one of resilience, love, and a relentless commitment to creating brighter futures for the next generation. If you’re a parent, educator, mental health advocate, or nonprofit leader, this episode offers essential insights, hope, and resources to help teens not just survive, but thrive. Episode Highlights teen suicide prevention teen mental health resources nonprofit leadership strategies managing teen stress and depression suicide awareness for parents teen resilience and confidence mental health nonprofits preventing youth suicide Know Elliot Kallen Award-winning contrarian investor with 30+ years of experience. Founder and President of , with $300M+ in assets under management. #1 Amazon bestselling author in the business section with . Hosts a global podcast , which ranks in the top 2% of financial podcasts. To get a sense of Elliot, here's a podcast appearance he made on , talking about helping teens deal with mental health issues while respecting their privacy. Socials: Did you enjoy today’s episode? Welcome to New Ways Barre. We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being. Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/38303625

Learning to Rebuild and Manage your wealth after a significant loss 09/15/2025

Learning to Rebuild and Manage your wealth after a significant loss In this episode, we sit down with Kathleen E. Judge, an accomplished Edward Jones financial advisor, community leader, and advocate for meaningful wealth management. With nearly three decades of experience in the financial services industry, Kathleen specializes in helping successful professionals, retirees, and business owners make smart decisions about their money—aligning their financial strategies with their values, goals, and life’s greater purpose. Kathleen’s holistic approach focuses on five key areas: investing wisely, enhancing wealth through tax-efficient strategies, protecting assets, planning for wealth transfer, and maximizing charitable giving. By collaborating with her clients’ CPAs, attorneys, and other trusted advisors, she ensures that every plan is tailored to the individual story behind the numbers. Her personal journey is just as inspiring. After beginning her career with Edward Jones in 1996, Kathleen briefly stepped away to adopt her children from Ukraine, homeschool them, and co-found a nonprofit serving orphans in Eastern Europe. Returning to Edward Jones in 2011, she has since become a limited partner and a trusted advisor to countless families and businesses. Beyond finance, Kathleen is deeply engaged in community service—currently serving as an executive board member and treasurer for Lydia’s House, a grant committee member for Youthbridge Community Foundation, and an active volunteer across multiple organizations. Her dedication to both her profession and her community reflects her core belief: that true wealth lies not only in financial security but also in uplifting families, causes, and communities. Join us as Kathleen shares her insights on wealth with purpose, legacy planning, and the power of connecting financial success to what matters most in life. Episode Highlights Wealth management strategies 2025 Financial advisor for professionals and retirees Legacy planning and wealth transfer Purpose-driven investing 2025 Tax-efficient wealth strategies Holistic financial planning Wealth and philanthropy connection Financial planning for business owners Building meaningful financial legacies Women in finance leadership 2025 Wealth protection and estate planning Community-focused financial advisor Edward Jones financial advisor insights Giving back through wealth planning Aligning money with purpose Purpose-driven wealth management Financial empowerment for families The future of philanthropy in financial planning Holistic approaches to money and meaning Redefining wealth beyond money Women leading in financial services Social impact through strategic giving The intersection of finance and community service Wealth planning for the next generation Financial literacy and empowerment in 2025 Know Kathleen E Judge Website : Did you enjoy today’s episode? Welcome to New Ways Barre. We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being. Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/38219670

Permission to Ask – Courage to Heal 09/08/2025

Permission to Ask – Courage to Heal Jen Newberg, Founder of It’s Lifey, knows firsthand that life doesn’t come with a playbook. From navigating divorce, addiction, blending families, and widowhood, Jen has lived through life’s most beautiful and heartbreaking transitions. Out of these experiences, she discovered one powerful truth: the antidote to loneliness is connection. In this episode, Jen shares the story behind It’s Lifey—a community-driven platform designed to help people find support during life’s hardest (and even happiest) moments. Through retreats for widows, Circles of Support, and meaningful shared experiences, Jen’s mission is to ensure that no one has to navigate grief, change, or new beginnings alone. If you’ve ever felt isolated during grief, loss, or major life transitions, this conversation will remind you that you’re not alone, and that true healing happens in community. Episode Highlights It’s Lifey community support Jen Newberg grief journey widowhood healing retreats Circles of Support for grief grief and life transitions podcast widow retreat 2025 grief connection and community support for widows and families navigating divorce and widowhood overcoming loneliness after loss grief support circles online healing after addiction and family challenges widowhood and resilience stories community healing for grief and loss grief retreats and workshops 2025 Know Jen Newberg The It’s Lifey Retreat for Widows and Circles of Support www.itslifey.com/circles-of-support Did you enjoy today’s episode? Welcome to New Ways Barre. We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being. Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/38125095

Mind-Body Healing for Grief and Trauma 09/02/2025

Mind-Body Healing for Grief and Trauma In this episode of Tendrils of Grief, I welcome back Todd and Gina Goodwin, board-certified hypnotists who specialize in helping people overcome the emotional and behavioral challenges rooted in unresolved trauma and grief. Together, they have worked with thousands of clients, offering powerful, neuroscience-based tools to release unwanted thoughts, emotions, habits, and pain. We dive deeper into the ways hypnosis and subconscious reprogramming can accelerate healing—faster than talk therapy, more effective than willpower, and safer than medication. Todd and Gina share their insights on how grief often gets stored in the body, how unresolved trauma affects our behaviors and relationships, and how the right techniques can help people finally break free. If you’ve ever felt stuck in grief, anxiety, or unhealthy cycles, this conversation will give you hope and a fresh perspective on healing. Episode Highlights hypnosis for grief recovery trauma healing through hypnosis emotional freedom techniques 2025 mind-body healing for trauma grief support alternatives subconscious healing after loss break free from trauma with hypnosis trauma-informed hypnosis overcoming grief with hypnosis holistic approaches to grief and trauma hypnosis for emotional resilience grief and trauma recovery coaching neuroscience-based hypnosis healing grief transformation tools trauma release techniques AI & Hypnosis Therapy – How Artificial Intelligence is Merging with Trauma-Informed Practices Holistic Trauma Recovery – Combining Hypnosis with Mindfulness, Somatic Movement, and Breathwork The Neuroscience of Grief – Brain-Based Approaches to Emotional Healing Breaking the Stigma Around Hypnosis – Redefining Hypnosis as a Powerful Mental Health Tool Digital Healing Spaces – Online Hypnosis and Grief Recovery Programs Mind-Body Connection in Trauma Recovery – How Unresolved Grief Impacts Physical Health Hypnosis for Anxiety & Addiction After Loss – Expanding Its Role in Emotional Well-Being Personalized Healing Journeys – Tailoring Hypnosis and Grief Coaching to Individual Needs Integrating Faith & Hypnosis in Healing – Exploring Spirituality in Trauma Recovery Future of Mental Health Support – Why Hypnosis is Gaining Traction in Mainstream Wellness Know Todd and Gina Goodwin The Goodwins see clients from coast to coast by Zoom. If you’re wondering if they could help you, take a one-minute survey at . Mention Tendrils of Grief to get a deeply relaxing hypnosis audio and a special bonus. Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/38053400

Powerful Fiction Born From Grief 08/25/2025

Powerful Fiction Born From Grief In this episode, I’m joined by Tim Cummings—award-winning author, actor, and creative powerhouse—whose work bridges storytelling, performance, and imagination in extraordinary ways. Tim is the author of the newly released young adult novel The Lightning People Play (Black Rose Writing), as well as Alice the Cat (Fitzroy Books), which was named an American Book Awards Finalist and received multiple national literary honors. With an MFA in Creative Writing from Antioch University Los Angeles and a BFA from NYU/Tisch School of the Arts, Tim brings decades of experience across theater, film, television, voice-over, and writing. His work has appeared in numerous literary journals, and his award-winning essay, You Have Changed Me Forever, highlights his gift for weaving vulnerability with creativity. Beyond the page and stage, Tim is a self-proclaimed octopus and spider enthusiast, a collector of rare treasures like first-edition novels and vintage vinyl, and a master in the kitchen known for his unforgettable chili and lasagna. He also teaches writing at the UCLA Extension Writers' Program, where he inspires the next generation of storytellers. Join us as Tim shares his journey as a writer, his love for storytelling, and the passions that fuel his creative life. Episode Highlights Tim Cummings author interview The Lightning People Play book Alice the Cat novel awards Young adult fiction 2025 American Book Awards finalist authors Feathered Quill Book Awards winners National Indie Excellence Awards YA fiction Independent Author Network Book of the Year finalist Creative writing tips for young adults YA fiction podcast interviews NYU Tisch alumni authors UCLA Extension Writers’ Program teachers Octopus and spider enthusiasts in literature Best YA books 2025 Storytelling and creativity in writing The Rise of Young Adult Fantasy & Speculative Fiction Multi-Hyphenate Creatives Award-Winning Indie Authors The Role of MFA Programs in Shaping Writers Literature and Mental Health Author Lifestyle Content Young Adult Books in 2025 Teaching Writing in the Digital Age Creativity Beyond Boundaries Celebrating Quirky Passions in Art Know Tim Cummings Website Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/37949430

Understanding Loss Due to Addiction 08/18/2025

Understanding Loss Due to Addiction In today's episode of Tendrils of Grief, we have the privilege of speaking with Patricia Roos, a former professor of sociology at Rutgers University, whose life took a tragic turn in 2015 when her 25-year-old son, Alex, passed away from a heroin overdose. Guided by her academic background in sociology, Patricia embarked on a deeply personal journey to make sense of the devastating loss that her family endured. This journey led her to write a compelling and insightful sociological memoir, Surviving Alex: A Mother's Story of Love, Loss, and Addiction, which was published by Rutgers University Press in May 2024. Patricia brings a unique perspective to the conversation, blending her professional expertise with her lived experience as a grieving mother. In this episode, she shares her insights into the complex factors surrounding addiction, the challenges faced by families navigating this crisis, and the process of healing and rebuilding life after such a profound loss. Join us for a poignant and enlightening discussion as Patricia opens up about her personal story, the creation of her memoir, and her mission to bring awareness and understanding to the multifaceted issue of addiction and its impact on families. Episode Highlights · Grief and Loss · Addiction and Recovery · Heroin Overdose · Sociological Perspectives on Grief · Healing After Loss · Parenting Through Addiction · Memoir of Grief · Surviving Alex book · Rutgers University Press · Coping with Child's Death · Sociology of Addiction · Parental Grief and Addiction · Addiction Crisis in Families · Mental Health and Addiction · Substance Abuse Awareness · The Opioid Crisis · Mental Health Awareness · Breaking the Stigma of Addiction · Navigating Grief During the Holidays · The Role of Family in Recovery · Mothers Speaking Out on Addiction · Raising Awareness of Substance Abuse · The Impact of Grief on Mental Health · The Intersection of Sociology and Personal Experience · Memoirs that Heal: Stories of Loss and Recovery · The Role of Education in Understanding Addiction · Community Support for Families Facing Addiction · How Grief Transforms Lives · The Hidden Epidemic: Parental Grief Over Addiction · How to Support a Loved One Through Addiction Know more About Patricia Roos Link to her book: Visit her page at Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/32539832

From Trauma to Suicide to Advocate – One Victim’s Story of Resilience 08/11/2025

From Trauma to Suicide to Advocate – One Victim’s Story of Resilience In today's episode of the Tendrils of Grief podcast, we are joined by David Woods Bartley, a man who has faced both incredible successes and profound challenges. David's journey has taken him from leading a nationally recognized nonprofit to battling severe depression and surviving a suicide attempt. Through his own recovery, David has become a passionate advocate for mental health, shining a light on issues like suicide, male sexual trauma, and mental illness. With certifications in Mental Health First Aid, SafeTALK, and QPR suicide prevention, David is committed to moving these critical conversations from the shadows into the public eye. David has delivered over 800 presentations worldwide, including TED talks, where he shares his message of hope and resilience. Join us as David discusses his journey from "mental hellness" to wellness, and his ongoing mission to help others find healing and strength in the face of adversity. Episode Highlights · Suicide Prevention · Male Sexual Trauma Awareness · Clinical Depression Recovery · Mental Health First Aid · TED Talks on Mental Health · SafeTALK Certification · QPR Suicide Prevention · Resilience in Mental Health · Servant Leadership in Mental Wellness · Overcoming Childhood Trauma · Suicide Awareness and Support · Mental Wellness Journey · Public Speaking on Mental Health · Trauma-Informed Care · Breaking Mental Health Stigmas · Mental Health in 2024: Emerging Trends and Strategies · The Importance of Mental Health Awareness in Male Populations · Suicide Prevention Initiatives and their Impact · The Role of Resilience in Mental Health Recovery · The Global Mental Health Crisis: What Can Be Done? · From Darkness to Light: Inspiring Stories of Overcoming Mental Illness · How Trauma Affects Mental Health and Recovery Processes · The Future of Mental Health Advocacy: Moving Conversations Forward · Effective Tools and Techniques for Suicide Prevention · The Power of Storytelling in Healing from Trauma Know more About David Woods Bartley FACEBOOK : LIKEDIN : INSTAGRAM : CHECK HIM OUT Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/32742087

How To Manage Life When the Hits Keep Coming 08/04/2025

How To Manage Life When the Hits Keep Coming In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Dr. Kimberly Harms—a woman of extraordinary resilience and wisdom. From a distinguished 30-year career in dentistry to navigating unimaginable personal losses, Dr. Harms shares her remarkable journey of transformation, healing, and hope. After losing her ability to practice dentistry due to nerve damage, Kim pivoted her life’s work to support others through grief and major life transitions. With grace and compassion, she reflects on the suicides of her mother and son, and the death of her beloved husband—losses that reshaped her purpose and fueled her calling as a grief counselor, death doula, and international speaker. Dr. Harms also shares how her son's legacy lives on through the 65 Eric Harms Memorial Libraries in Rwanda—built in partnership with Books for Africa—creating lasting change through education and hope. Whether you're navigating your own grief or supporting someone through theirs, this episode offers powerful lessons in resilience, faith, and turning pain into purpose. Episode Highlights grief transformation stories grief support for widows overcoming loss and trauma death doula experiences Dr. Kimberly Harms grief healing after suicide loss legacy after loss widow support groups grief coaching for Baby Boomers Books for Africa libraries faith-based grief healing female grief speakers life after loss inspiration grief and legacy planning turning pain into purpose Know Dr. Kim Harms More Website Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/37591225

A Personal Grief Evolution – Finding Peace After Deep Loss 07/21/2025

A Personal Grief Evolution – Finding Peace After Deep Loss In today’s solo episode, I open up about the ongoing evolution of my grief journey after losing my husband, Paul. I reflect on how my grief has shifted over time—from a gaping wound to a quiet, ever-present companion. It hasn’t been easy. The emotional challenges, the deep inner work, and the conscious choices I’ve had to make are all part of this path toward finding moments of peace and even joy. I share from the heart about how grief transforms as life moves forward, how healing doesn’t mean forgetting, and why it’s so important to honor your own unique process. Whether you’re just beginning your grief journey or have been walking it for years, I hope this episode brings you comfort, understanding, and a reminder that healing is possible—even when it feels out of reach. Episode Highlights Long-term effects of grief and trauma Mindfulness and emotional healing Grief and personal transformation Solo reflections in mental health podcasts Neuroplasticity and grief recovery Grief narratives and storytelling Mental wellness in widowhood Sustainable self-care in emotional healing Creating meaning after loss Podcasting as a healing platform Top Alternatives to Talk Therapy for Trauma Recovery grief healing journey 2025 how grief changes over time evolving through grief solo podcast on grief grief after losing a spouse long-term grief support emotional resilience in grief grief transformation podcast mindful grief practices living with loss hope after loss processing grief in 2025 solo grieving podcast episode grief podcast for widows personal stories of grief Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/37476625

From Grief to Peace - Using Hypnosis to Heal 07/14/2025

From Grief to Peace - Using Hypnosis to Heal In this powerful episode of the Tendrils of Grief podcast, we are joined by Todd and Gina Goodwin, board-certified members of the National Guild of Hypnotists and the dynamic duo behind Goodwin Hypnosis. With over 15 years of experience, Todd and Gina have helped thousands of people overcome emotional and behavioral struggles stemming from unresolved trauma. Specializing in trauma-informed care, the Goodwins utilize evidence-based, neuroscience-aligned hypnosis techniques to help clients break free from negative patterns, unwanted habits, and lingering emotional pain. Through private sessions and online programs like The Liberated Mind Project and Break the Chains of Smoking, they empower individuals to regain control of their mental and emotional well-being. Join us as Todd and Gina share their unique approach to healing, discuss the science behind hypnosis, and offer hope to those who feel stuck in their grief or trauma. If you're seeking practical tools for transformation outside of traditional therapy, this conversation is for you. Episode Highlights trauma-informed hypnosis healing trauma without therapy neuroscience-based hypnosis emotional healing techniques 2025 alternative trauma recovery hypnotic healing for grief evidence-based hypnosis methods stop smoking with hypnosis 2025 trauma release hypnosis programs digital healing programs for mental health subconscious mind healing grief and trauma transformation online hypnosis for anxiety non-therapy emotional support hypnosis for habit change Neuroscience Meets Hypnosis: The Future of Trauma Healing The Rise of Digital Hypnosis Therapy Programs Breaking Free from Trauma Without Traditional Therapy How Hypnosis Is Reshaping Mental Health Care Trauma-Informed Coaching: A New Path to Emotional Wellness Rewiring the Brain for Healing: The Science Behind Hypnosis Quitting Smoking Through Subconscious Reprogramming The Role of Hypnosis in Grief and Habit Recovery Healing Emotional Pain Without Reliving Trauma Top Alternatives to Talk Therapy for Trauma Recovery Connect with Todd and Gina Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/37398385

Grief – How Internal Family Systems (IFS) Heals Grief 07/07/2025

Grief – How Internal Family Systems (IFS) Heals Grief In this heartfelt episode of Tendrils of Grief, we welcome Jennifer Schrappe — a seasoned therapist, ordained pastor, and compassionate guide for those navigating emotional pain. With two decades of experience, Jennifer leads Chrysalis Enterprises, a private counseling practice based in Columbus, Ohio, where she walks alongside individuals in their journey toward hope, healing, and personal freedom. Jennifer brings a deep spiritual and therapeutic perspective to the conversation, combining her roles as a counselor, pastor in the Church of the Nazarene, and devoted wife and mother of three. In this episode, she shares insights from her years of counseling, the power of faith in the healing process, and how grief can be a transformative experience when approached with empathy and support. Join us for an inspiring discussion on healing through faith, professional support, and community — a conversation that reminds us we are never alone in our grief. Episode Highlights Grief therapy 2025 Christian grief counseling Faith-based healing Trauma-informed therapy Women in ministry mental health Grief and spiritual growth Pastoral counseling for grief Hope and healing after loss Private grief therapy Columbus Ohio Christian therapist podcast guest Church of the Nazarene grief support Grief coach for spiritual women Mental wellness and faith Faith-centered emotional healing Chrysalis Enterprises counseling Connect with Jennifer Schrappe Jennifer Schrappe, MA LPCC-S Director & Supervising Counselor Chrysalis Enterprises of Ohio, LLC 614-805-7430 Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/37308515

Grief – When Someone Predicts Their Own Death 06/30/2025

Grief – When Someone Predicts Their Own Death In this deeply moving episode of Tendrils of Grief, we welcome Kristina, whose life was forever changed at the age of 13 when her brother Jay made an eerily accurate prediction about his own death. Just days later, he was tragically killed in a bike accident—hit by the green car he had foreseen. Jay’s sudden death sent Kristina down a harrowing path of addiction, rebellion, and searching. Haunted by the question of how he knew, Kristina eventually embarked on a decades-long journey to find meaning and healing in the aftermath of unimaginable loss. Now an author and truth-seeker, Kristina joins us to share insights from her new memoir, What My Brother Knew (releasing May 27—the anniversary of Jay’s death). Her story is a powerful blend of grief, resilience, and the mysterious threads that connect us beyond this life. This is an episode about the long arc of grief, the search for answers, and the unexpected ways healing can unfold. Episode Highlights sibling grief story What My Brother Knew book predicting death stories Kristina grief podcast She Writes Press memoir loss of a brother childhood trauma and grief grief and healing journey signs from the afterlife family grief podcast anniversary grief sibling loss healing mysterious death predictions young sibling death story memoir about grief and resilience Grieving Unexpected Loss Childhood Grief and Its Long-Term Impact Psychic Premonitions in Family Loss Turning Grief into Purpose Memoirs That Explore Sibling Bonds Grief and Addiction Recovery Spiritual Healing After Loss Grief Writing as Therapy Releasing a Book on a Death Anniversary Navigating Family Tragedy Through Storytelling Connect with Kristina Amelong Kristina is releasing a new book on May 27, the anniversary of her brother's death. With respect to your time, there's an overview of her story here - And I would be happy to send you an advance copy of "What My Brother Knew" (published by She Writes Press) to check out (print or pdf). Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/37216205

How Trauma and Grief Influence Us with Justine Lette 06/24/2025

How Trauma and Grief Influence Us with Justine Lette Susan, your host, welcomes Justine Lette to today’s episode. Justine is an internationally recognized hypnotherapy trainer, owner of Hypnosis New Zealand, and creator of the Golden Thread Trauma Transformation Protocol. Justine is an expert in using hypnotherapy to help clients overcome grief, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. As a Professional Member of The International Association of Counselling and The Australia and New Zealand Mental Health Association, Justine runs a successful clinic in Rotorua and via Zoom, where she specializes in using trauma-informed hypnotherapy to help clients manage anxiety and depression. Justine has helped hundreds of clients overcome these issues and lead happier, more fulfilling lives. Justine’s expertise in trauma-informed hypnotherapy has made her a sought-after speaker and trainer, delivering workshops and seminars internationally. Her passion for helping others improve their lives through hypnotherapy has led her to create the Golden Thread Trauma Transformation Protocol, a unique approach that combines hypnotherapy with cutting-edge neuroscience. With her extensive knowledge and experience in the field, Justine is dedicated to training and mentoring the next generation of trauma-informed hypnotherapists. Her commitment to excellence and passion for her work have made her a leading expert in the field. Key Takeaways: Justine talks about her career journey. Justine shares the importance of finding the root cause of symptoms and how she assists people in getting the resolution they did not find and desperately need. Stop running away from grief! Pain in your body could be a result of emotional suffering. Justine talks about how trauma impacts the body. How can we avoid falling into returning patterns? Ask yourself: Who do you have space for in your life? What are they bringing to your life? Justine explains trauma-informed hypnotherapy and leads us on a hypnotherapy activity to reveal the sensations in our bodies. Resources Email Susan: If you find this episode helpful, please Meet Justine Lette Visit /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/27661086

Grief – Birthdays From Beyond – Cards from Heaven 06/17/2025

Grief – Birthdays From Beyond – Cards from Heaven In this touching episode of Tendrils of Grief, we sit down with Molly, founder of Birthdays from Beyond, to explore the healing power of preserving love and memories in the face of loss. When Molly’s father was diagnosed with cancer, she was struck by the painful realization that he wouldn't be there to celebrate future birthdays with her. Wanting to hold onto his presence, she gave him a stack of blank cards and asked him to write birthday messages for the years to come. That beautiful and emotional gesture inspired her to create Birthdays from Beyond, a heartfelt way for people to stay connected with their loved ones even after they’ve passed. Molly shares how this act of love became a mission—to help others capture meaningful messages, memories, and life lessons from their parents or grandparents, allowing those words to be treasured for years to come. In this episode, we talk about: How grief inspired Molly’s vision The importance of creating emotional keepsakes Navigating anticipatory loss with intention The legacy of love through written words This conversation is a powerful reminder that even after loss, connection and comfort can continue in meaningful and lasting ways. Episode Highlights legacy grief support anticipatory grief healing how to preserve memories after loss birthday letters for after death grief rituals and healing connecting with loved ones after death memory keepsakes for grief emotional healing after losing a parent birthdays after loss grief-inspired businesses Connect with Molly Pearson Website: Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/37036160

I lost my best friend and no one acknowledges my grief 06/09/2025

I lost my best friend and no one acknowledges my grief In this deep episode of Tendrils of Grief, I’m joined by Hannah Rumsey—writer, performer, and podcaster based in Chicago—whose journey through grief began with the sudden loss of her best friend, Lauren, in 2015. What began as a deeply personal experience of loss soon blossomed into a powerful mission to give voice to an often overlooked kind of grief: the loss of a close friend. From her one-woman show 42 Days of Summer to her memoir-in-progress L is for Lauren, Hannah has channeled her sorrow into storytelling that resonates deeply with anyone who has experienced profound friendship and heartbreaking loss. She’s also the Founder and Director of Friends Missing Friends, a podcast and community offering peer support groups specifically for those grieving the death of a friend. Join us for an honest, moving, and empowering conversation about the depth of friend-loss, the healing power of creativity, and the importance of finding community in grief. Whether you’ve lost a friend or are supporting someone who has, this episode is a beautiful reminder that grief of all kinds deserves space, understanding, and love. Episode Highlights Grieving a best friend Creative grief healing Coping with friend loss Hannah Rumsey Friends Missing Friends Peer support for grief Grief podcast episodes Processing grief through storytelling Grief after losing a friend Tendrils of Grief podcast Connect with Hannah Rumsey Website: Instagram: Grief Groups: Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Don’t forget to visit website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community To subscribe and review use one links of the links below Connect with me Instagram: Facebook: Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com Let me hear your thoughts! /episode/index/show/tendrilsofgrief/id/36922540

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