Grief Refuge
The Grief Refuge podcast, hosted by Reid Peterson, features reflective conversations and helpful information about grief, loss, and managing the process. Filled with insights and creative ideas for navigating grief’s difficult emotions, the Grief Refuge podcast educates, soothes, and comforts anyone who is trying to better understand what they’re going through. Through the stories and reflective conversations shared, hopefully you will find meaning, live with purpose, and heal your broken heart. The Grief Refuge podcast is part of Grief Refuge, LLC. More support and access to the Grief Refuge app is available at griefrefuge.com
Mon, December 16, 2024
Becoming a Mindful Mourner
This interview with Belinda Koch, Author of Becoming a Mindful Mourner , shares insights from her professional experience as a Licensed counselor, and her personal experience as a grief companion. If you've ever thought you were stuck in grief or weren't grieving the right way, this conversation is for you.
Fri, September 20, 2024
Instilling Faith: A Mother's Lasting Legacy
Today's episode is an interview with Chelsea Ohlemiller. Chelsea shares pieces of her grief journey and how she took to writing to honor her mother's legacy, process her grief, and create a community for people navigating their own grief journey. Please visit griefrefuge.com to download the Grief Refuge app and learn more about Grief Care services.
Mon, August 12, 2024
Is it Grief or Depression That's Keeping You in Bed?
Understanding whether you’re grieving or experiencing depression can be challenging and the symptoms for each can be similar. This episode helps you distnguish your emotnaion statle by asking yourself reflective questions and recognizing key differences to gain clarity and take important steps to care for your mental and emotional health. For more grief support, visit griefrefuge.com
S1 E72 · Thu, December 21, 2023
Plant Medicine for Grief
Today I am joined by Lisa Marie Conine to talk about the unique way she supports people in grief. Lisa Marie uses plant medicine. She views plants as helpers when people need extra support and I find it fascinating how she approaches her work. Lisa Marie is doing special work and you’ve got to listen to hear how she does it. Also, join us for a 4-week workshop series starting January 30th learn how to use plants and herbs to help aid in your healing after loss! Details and registration here: https://www.griefrefuge.com/plantmedicineforgrief Lisa Marie serves as a trained Death Doula, Yoga Instructor, and Plant Medicine Guide, offering 1:1 and group containers. She supports folks by providing spaces to explore transformation by leaning into the wisdom of our bodies, sacred plants, and the earth. Lisa specializes in utilizing specific plant allies to aid in one's journey alongside somatic tools for regulation and embodiment. Her work is held with the intention to honor the power of transformative rites of passage present in life and death. Calendly: https://calendly.com/belovedgateway Newsletter: https://lisamarieco9.substack.com/ If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief (on iOS and Android ).
S1 E71 · Fri, October 06, 2023
Anger and Grief: Handling Intense Emotions After Loss
Today we talk about a difficult emotion to manage when grieving. It’s anger. Anger can cause a lot of problems and when you’re grieving, and it’s a very common emotion to feel. Today, I’m joined by Sandy Linda, who is a grief and women’s empowerment coach. Sandy and I talk about her difficult experience of feeling heaps of grief related anger for over a 2 year period + the things she did to resolve that anger and heal herself. Sandy also offers some tips and techniques for managing your own grief related anger. It’s a powerful conversation I hope you very much enjoy. If you need more support right now, visit the Grief Refuge website to download our app or learn more about our retreats, workshops, and groups.
S1 E70 · Mon, August 14, 2023
Pearls of the Grieving Soul
Today I would like to share a guest interview with you. My guest is Yuivany Aguilar who lives in California and has a powerful story to share about the loss of her twin daughters and how she worked through her grief. Yuivany is a caregiver by nature. She’s a professional nurse and has a lot of wisdom to share about navigating grief. Much of her wisdom has been documented in her new book titled Pearls of the Soul available on Amazon. For more grief support, download the Grief Refuge app .
S1 E69 · Tue, July 04, 2023
How to Deal With Grief and Isolation
Today I would like to share a webinar replay about grieving in isolation. The webinar shares some important perspectives from some of the world’s leading experts on grief support. If isolation has been something you’ve felt during your grief, this information is for you. As you listen in, do your best to let go of any self judgements you may have about how you’re grieving. Please enjoy the information shared regarding this important topic.
S1 E68 · Fri, June 02, 2023
Help for People That Have Suffered a Tragic Loss At a Young Age
Today I would like to share a guest interview with you. My guest is Bryan Jung and he created a platform for individuals who have lost a parent as a child or teen. It’s called “This Is Why” and it’s found online at thisiswhy.life. In our conversation, Bryan shares some of the trauma he and his family endured after tragically losing his father at 10 years old. He also shares some of the things that have helped and continue to help him cope when the waves of grief hit. Brian’s heart is in the right place and I’m grateful he made This is Why for people in need. If you need more support right now, download the Grief Refuge app for daily companionship, comfort, care, and compassionate suggestions for managing grief (on iOS and Android )
S1 E67 · Mon, May 01, 2023
The Need to Voice Uncomfortable Things About Grief
On this Grief Refuge podcast episode, Founder and Host, Reid Peterson, shares a guest interview with you. His guest is Barb Higgins and she has a helpful perspective on giving grief a voice. She shares her journey publicly on her “A Thousand Tiny Steps” podcast and Youtube channels. One of the things that really stands out about this interview is her visual analogies for some of the harder experiences in grief. It made a lot more sense to have a metaphorical image to visualize when talking about the complex emotions involved in handling death related loss. Barb’s insights can help validate you for being your true self as you grieve and heal. You no longer have to tell yourself you’re supposed to think or feel a certain way or that somehow you’re responsible for the comfort of others in your own grief. Enjoy the podcast episode. If you need more support, download the Grief Refuge App
S1 E66 · Fri, March 31, 2023
Initial Responses to Grief and Loss
On this new Grief Refuge podcast episode, Founder and Host, Reid Peterson, shares his thoughts regarding some of the initial responses and reactions to a death related loss. These include: Shock Numbness Denial Disbelief Repression Distraction Avoidance It’s tragic. Losing someone you love so deeply or someone who had such an impact on your life is very painful. It hurts in ways that some people can’t begin to describe. And even if you had a heads up that death was coming, you still may feel unprepared and overwhelmed with all of the emotions involved. Gain the needed insights and perspective from this unique and special episode.
S1 E65 · Wed, March 01, 2023
Clinical Insights for a Grieving Spouse
Today’s episode is a sequel to Episode 64: As a Grieving Spouse… but today we hear the experience, perspective and support provided by a grief counselor. On today’s episode, Carol Goldfain Davis shares what she observed in Marv’s process as he experienced anticipatory grief, deep sorrow, and his journey for coping and finding his footing in life again. Carol’s empathy clearly speaks as she shares several reflections from Marv’s journey. It’s remarkable to know there are people on this planet who can show up for others in this way! Carol and Marv also collaborated to create the book, When the Rocks Sing, which is available for purchase on Amazon. If you need more support, download the Grief Refuge app for daily companionship, comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief (on iOS and Android )
S1 E64 · Wed, February 01, 2023
As a Grieving Spouse
This new Grief Refuge podcast episode is a story and conversation of love, loss, and repair. Repair in a sense of how a person with a broken heart got support and was able to put the pieces back together again. On this podcast episode, I interview Marv Weidner, a grieving spouse who authentically articulates his grief and healing journey. There’s so much beauty in this conversation because Marv speaks from his heart, is honest, and shares important things he experienced to aid in his healing. We hope this Grief Refuge podcast episode helps support you on your own grief journey. BONUS: This is Part 1 of a 2 Part series. In Part 2, you will hear insights and reflections from Marv’s Grief Counselor, Carol Goldfain. If you need more grief support, download the Grief Refuge app for daily companionship, comfort, care, and compassionate suggestions for managing grief (on iOS and Android )
S1 E63 · Mon, January 02, 2023
Reducing Grief to Zero
Are you tired of people trying to fix your grief or judging you for feeling a certain way? If so, you will want to listen to this Grief Refuge podcast conversation with Stephenie Zamora. On this podcast episode, Grief Refuge founder, Reid Peterson, and Stephanie discuss the ways grief’s “Dark and Twisty” overwhelm someone experiencing loss and not knowing who they are right now, or who they are going to be when they get their grief bearings down. This is a truly authentic conversation about grief that we hope helps you put your own loss into words, helps you feel heard and understood, and gives you insights into the deeper and darker experiences and emotions of grief: disorientation, guilt, rage, recklessness, etc. If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief.
S1 E62 · Thu, December 01, 2022
How Grief Opens Doors to Communication on the Other Side
It’s very rare to hear of someone who works as a Clinical Psychologist and has the gift of communicating with deceased loved ones. Today’s guest, Dr. Amy Robbins is that person. Dr. Robbins is a Psychologist in the Chicago area and has a powerful story of losing her aunt unexpectedly, grieving, and opening up to communication with loved ones who have crossed over. Dr. Robbins has a very practical approach to supporting people pained by loss. Her experience is very interesting and we hope you enjoy her story and reflections on loss, grief, and communication with loved ones on the other side. If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief .
S1 E61 · Mon, November 14, 2022
How to Cope with Losing a Loved One Twice
There are people who feel lost and alone because their grief journey is ‘a-typical’. Today’s guest interview with Candace Cahill is filled with her story about relinquishing her son, Michael, and then grieving the loss of his death. Candace shares several examples of what helped her work through her grief so that she no longer felt lost. Part of her process led to the writing and publishing of her book, Goodbye Again . If you’ve felt like you have lost someone twice, this interview is for you. Candace’s story is compelling and filled with hope for anyone feeling lost on their grief journey. If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief .
S1 E60 · Fri, October 14, 2022
What to do When Grief Weighs You Down
Of the many descriptions for what grief feels like, a common one is “weight that holds you down.” This is hard and painful. No one really wants to feel this way. But it happens. And people struggle when they don’t know what to do when they feel this way. On today’s episode of the Grief Refuge podcast, Founder of Grief Refuge, Reid Peterson, shares some thoughts and reflections for what to do when grief weighs you down. The tips are simple and effective. Listen to the full episode to get guidance and help alleviate what is uncomfortable, hard, and painful.
S1 E59 · Thu, September 15, 2022
Believing Everything Will Be Okay When You're Grieving
Life’s curve balls can seem even more tumultuous when you’re grieving. Today, Shelley Knight shares her story about the loss of her stepfather, ‘Badger’, and how it impacted her to leave nursing, get back into education, and write a book for the grieving titled “Good Grief: The A to Z Approach of Modern Day Grief Healing”. If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief (on iOS and Android ).
S1 E58 · Thu, September 01, 2022
Sharing Your Grieving Soul on Social Media
There’s a risk in sharing grief and mourning on social media. The risk includes how vulnerable you feel and how that vulnerability is, or is not received. Negative comments may (and often do) happen, and when vulnerable, can cause a lot of pain and hurt. Is it helpful to share your grieving soul on social media? It’s a question that has a lot of different opinions and answers. On today's Grief Refuge podcast, Reid Peterson has a conversation with Dr. Serign Marong about his grief journey and how he took the risk to post parts of his grief journey on social media channels like Tik Tok, Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. This grief conversation is about as authentic as any grief conversation can be. Thanks to @serendipity.md (Dr. Serign's social medial handle) for articulating the ways in which his Soul had been broken and what he needed to do in order to put it back together again. If you need more grief support, download the Grief Refuge app for daily companionship, comfort, care, and compassionate suggestions for managing grief (on iOS and Android )
S1 E57 · Mon, August 15, 2022
Staying Heart-centered Through Death and Loss
“Death is not a medical experience. It’s a human one.” That is a quote from Suzanne O’Brien, my guest for this Grief Refuge podcast episode. If you haven’t met Suzanne O’Brien, you’ll be glad you listened to this podcast episode. Suzanne is the Founder of Doulagivers, an organization that trains people who care for other people at the end of their life. Suzanne is a very passionate person who is here to help make the dying process more graceful. On this Grief Refuge podcast episode, Reid and Suzanne discuss many aspects of “bedside wisdom,” which are the qualities that help caregivers feel more aware, comfortable, and equipped to care for their dying loved ones. The conversation naturally flows from death to grief, helping you to gain more “grief wisdom.” I hope you enjoy the conversation and interview. Suzanne is filled with passion and sometimes just listening to someone like Suzanne is inspirational. If you need more grief support, download the Grief Refuge app for daily companionship, comfort, care, and compassionate suggestions for managing grief (on iOS and Android )
S1 E56 · Mon, August 01, 2022
How to Sit With Stories of Death
Long before I put my professional experience out on the air waves, I listened to the Grief Out Loud podcast. It’s hosted by Jana DeCristofaro and is produced at the Dougy Center. If you are not familiar with the Dougy Center, it is an organization in Portland, OR that provides support to grieving children, teens, and young adults. The Dougy Center is highly acclaimed for their work. In fact, many other organizations throughout the United States base their work off of the model provided by the Dougy Center. Today, I am proud to share my interview with Jana DeCristofaro from the Dougy Center. Our conversation entails Jana’s commitment to 20+ years of consistent efforts to de-stigmatize grief and grieving. I deeply respect Jana’s professional expertise. It was an honor to interview her. For more support and companionship on your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app to get daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief (on iOS and Android ).
S1 E55 · Fri, July 15, 2022
What it Means to Be a Grief Companion
Getting grief support can be a very difficult thing. You may find some available resources but they can come with strings attached. Often, people that are grieving feel like they have to be a certain way or they will be judged for what feels more authentic to them. Kind of like a “my grief must fit in this box in order to feel accepted in order to experience a sense of healing.” In order to heal and to re-integrate loss into life moving forward, grievers need to authentically express their emotions regarding their loss… And that includes all of the pains, confusions, and uncertainties just as much as the hopes, gratitudes, and rationalization to “move on.” On today’s Grief Refuge podcast, Reid has an authentic conversation with Marian Boyd, Co-Author of a six-book series for navigating loss and grief. Reid and Marian share their experiences and earned wisdom regarding what it means to be a grief companion. Grief companioning is special because it’s one of the few experiences that invites grievers to be their authentic selves. For more support and companionship on your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app to get daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief (on iOS and Android ).
S1 E54 · Fri, July 01, 2022
Creative Ways Language is Used in Grief
Often in grief, the language used to support another is well intended but hard to receive. The language used to communicate is filled with cliches and platitudes that are painful to hear, not relatable at all, and frequently upsetting to people who are grieving. How can language be used to help grievers be more supported? And how do the supporters learn language that is authentic and helpful? On today’s Grief Refuge podcast, I interview and converse with Randi Wolfson, Author of the book Eddie's Brave Journey and writer of the popular social media page Grief and Grits. Randi shares more about her ways of navigating lifelong grief and how she writes to help both grievers and supporters of grieving persons. Randi is so kind and her writing is amazing. Please enjoy our conversation for it provides more support and deeper understanding for the grief experience. If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and to feel soothed as you navigate your day-to-day living while experiencing grief (on iOS and Android )
S1 E53 · Wed, June 15, 2022
A Comforting Resource for Pregnancy and Infant Loss
As a parent, there are timelines that start long before your child is born. When you lose a child during pregnancy or infancy, the timelines often get dismissed and written off as “less than” losses by our society. TEARS is an amazing resource that provides financial and emotional support to families that want to honor their child and make sure they are never forgotten. On today’s Grief Refuge podcast episode, Reid interviews and converses with Kim Freeman, the AZ chapter leader for TEARS. Kim shares more about her personal story and the ways that TEARS helps families honor their child. This is a must listen to. Kim’s wisdom and compassion speak so eloquently. Please listen to our conversation for more support and deeper understanding. If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and to feel soothed as you navigate your day-to-day living while experiencing grief (on iOS and Android ).
S1 E52 · Wed, June 01, 2022
Grieving the Loss of Someone You Didn't Like
There’s a term in grief support called “disenfranchised grief.” It means that your grief experience isn’t accepted or doesn’t fit in with the greater societal attitudes about how a death related loss is handled. In essence, disenfranchised grief stops you from feeling fully supported. When you don’t feel supported, the emotional pain progresses and you can feel more isolated and lonely. One aspect of disenfranchised grief is that of losing someone you didn’t like. Whether permanent or situational to the time of their death, it’s still disenfranchised. You’re less likely to get grief support when you grieve someone you didn’t like or for something (a type of relationship) you never had. On this episode of the Grief Refuge podcast, my guest Carol Schoneberg shares her perspective on the ways disenfranchised grief makes the process more difficult. Carol has grief counseled for over 30 years and continues to love her work each day. If you’ve felt lonely or isolated in your grief journey, perhaps your grief is being disenfranchised. Please listen to our conversation for more support and deeper understanding. If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief (on iOS and Android ).
S1 E51 · Sun, May 15, 2022
How Relationships Change After Traumatic Loss
For many, there’s a moment in grief when you realize the experience is much bigger than you. You realize grief can’t be bottled up, avoided, or even controlled. You realize that grief is better served by befriending it, giving it space to better understand, and expressing it by sharing it with other people who won’t judge you for feeling the way you feel. And then there’s trauma… Trauma breaks trust. It breaks trust with people, the world, nature, and sometimes even a higher power. On today’s Grief Refuge podcast, author and speaker Bill Jenkins shares what he’s come to know about traumatic loss and how it changes relationships. Bill offers a ton of insight for how to work through a traumatic loss while deeply grieving. Bill also shares his personal experience regarding the tragic and traumatic loss of his son, William. Deep gratitude and special thanks to Bill for sharing his knowledge and personal experience. If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief (on iOS and Android )
S1 E50 · Sun, May 01, 2022
How Complicated Relationships Impact Grief, Mourning, and Healing
In your grief, have you ever asked yourself “Who am I without my special person?” Have you thought about certain things that made your relationship complicated and how that might impact your grieving process? If so, you will love this guest interview with Kate Burns. On today’s Grief Refuge podcast, Kate opens up to share some of the hard truths about the loss of her mother and the journey she’s embarked on to embrace a self-identity that comes from within. I am deeply touched by Kate’s vulnerability, honesty, and insightfulness. This is a deep conversation that makes you think about the many complications we encounter in a relationship; even more so with someone who suffers from an addiction. To get more support for navigating your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief (on iOS and Android ).
S1 E49 · Fri, April 15, 2022
Grieving Well, Actively Mourning, and Reclaiming Your Life
In grief, some peoples’ hearts are broken so wide open, that as they get repaired, their hearts fill with compassion. So much so that the innate desire to help others grows and gets louder and louder until it seems like there’s no longer a choice. Something must be done to help. Today’s Grief Refuge podcast guest is Sadie Beyl. Sadie’s life plans changed forever when her husband Paul died only 3 days before they were scheduled to move from South Africa to Italy. Sadie shares parts of her story of loss, her desire to grieve well, and the process of reclaiming her life. She also shares an announcement for her upcoming Mourning to Light grief support summit. When you listen to the stories of other grievers, you gain perspective on how to reclaim your own life. It all helps to learn how to manage and navigate your grief journey. If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief (on iOS and Android ).
S1 E48 · Fri, April 01, 2022
Yoga Therapy for Grief
There are times when words just can’t explain what you are feeling. These are the times when your grief has too strong of a grip over you. These are also the times when moving your body to express your emotions is very helpful. The embodied movement helps to process grief, release tension, and help create internal shifts that make grief more manageable and bearable. Today’s Grief Refuge podcast guest is Breanna Stutheit. Breanna is a Yoga therapist in Canada and the creator of the Move with Grief yoga program. Breanna shares more of her personal story and the losses that guided her to the work she now does; as well as a deeper understanding into the body’s wisdom for healing grief. Stress, tension, and pain in the body are real. Often when felt, there isn’t something wrong with you but your grief may be the source of the discomfort. Hopefully, this interview and conversation with Breanna will help with understanding grief from a physical, emotional, and Spiritual perspective. If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief (on iOS and Android ).
S1 E47 · Tue, March 15, 2022
Grief and the Fear of the Unknown
Call it an irony or even a paradox but grief has the power to pull you into more unknowns than what feels comfortable. Too much change is scary and the transitions are painful. Today’s guest is Jan Owen. Jan is a licensed therapist in Alabama and the author of the book Fighting Forward . Jan shares more of her personal story and provides helpful guidance for anyone grieving and struggling with the fear of the unknown. Healing is hard work. When loss, grief, and trauma are the culprits, it’s hard to believe that everything will work out. Hopefully, this interview and conversation with Jan will help shine some light on your pain. If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief (on iOS and Android ).
S1 E46 · Tue, March 01, 2022
Conversations That Help Prevent Teen Suicide
Today’s guest is Kari Eckart from Robbie’s Hope foundation. Kari and her husband, Jason, are on a mission to end teen suicide and empower kids so that their voices are heard when they are struggling. Kari shares the loss of her son Robbie, experiences of "hold on, pain ends" (HOPE), and the ways Robbie’s Hope Foundation helps teens feel seen and heard through suicidal ideation and other life challenges. Kari speaks of resources, shares vulnerability, and discloses alarming statistics that make you realize more can be done for adults to be available for kids and their life challenges. I’m grateful to have had this conversation with Kari. It helped me experience some healing when I thought about a childhood friend who ended his life. Hopefully, it will help you too. Not only in your own personal healing, but also in taking action to help kids and adults connect in conversations about painful, emotional, and vulnerable things in life. If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief (on iOS and Android ).
S1 E45 · Tue, February 15, 2022
Grief Support for Widowed Fathers
Even though everyone’s grief journey is unique, there are still expectations and preconceived notions for how someone is supposed to grieve. “How can I be strong? Am I grieving right? Is it okay to feel this way?” These are some of the things that men as widowed fathers can think and feel throughout their grief. Today’s Grief Refuge podcast episode is an interview with Dr. Justin Yopp, psychologist and member of the UNC Comprehensive Cancer Support Program at the North Carolina Cancer Hospital. Justin shares a conversation with Reid about some of the stereotypes, emotions, and approaches to grieving that men as widowed fathers endure. If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief (on iOS and Android ).
S1 E44 · Tue, February 01, 2022
Grieving, Healing, and Serving Others
Throughout the grief journey, there comes a time when you contemplate your purpose. You may feel more lost than ever or deeply inspired to be a source of hope and healing for others. “What do I do now?” becomes a fundamental question for how to move forward. The answer dictates whether grief takes over or if your story of loss can transform into a one of continued love. Today’s Grief Refuge podcast episode is an interview with Pat Sheveland, the Creator and Director of the Confident Grief Coaching program. Pat shares more about her BREATHE coaching model for grief and ways people can use their grief and lived experience to help serve others. If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief (on iOS and Android ).
S1 E43 · Sat, January 15, 2022
Honoring Our Fallen
The U.S. military serves as defense of the state and its interests against external armed threats. Many members lose their lives as part of active duty, other types of service, accidents, and other causes. What happens when everyday becomes a memorial for the families of the fallen? Today’s episode is an interview with Laura Herzog, Founder of Honoring Our Fallen. Laura shares more about the organization and the services and types of care it provides. If you need more support for your grief journey, download the Grief Refuge app for daily companionship, comfort, care, and compassionate inspiration to help manage grief (on iOS and Android )
S1 E42 · Sat, January 01, 2022
Setting Goals for Grief and Loss
Setting goals in life can be helpful. How helpful is setting goals in your grief? This episode explores the answer to this important question, offers some suggestions for goals to set, and also provides an alternative if setting goals doesn't feel right at this time. If you need more grief support, download the Grief Refuge app for daily companionship, comfort, care, and compassionate guidance for managing grief (on iOS and Android ).
S1 E41 · Wed, December 15, 2021
The Heart of Hospice
How is grief managed in the hospice setting? In this conversation with Helen Bauer and Jerry Fenter from “The Heart of Hospice,” we discuss grief in hospice settings and how to help people live a high quality end of life experience. Do you need more grief support? Download the Grief Refuge app for daily companionship, comfort, care, and compassionate suggestions for managing grief (on iOS and Android )
S1 E40 · Wed, December 01, 2021
Faith and Grief
When you are grieving, faith can have a lasting impact on how you perceive the world. You can lose faith. You can grow in faith. On today’s episode, Reid interviews Gary Roe, the author of several books on grief, about his source of faith and how he leans on it to navigate the challenging thoughts and feelings that grief brings to life. Do you need more grief support? Download the Grief Refuge app for daily companionship, comfort, care, and compassionate suggestions for managing grief (on iOS and Android )
S1 E39 · Mon, November 15, 2021
5 Ways Guilt Can Impact Grief
Guilt is a common emotion one feels in grief. This episode explains 5 different types of guilt that grievers often feel: Survivor Guilt, Relief-Guilt, Joy-Guilt, Magical Thinking, and Long Standing Personality Factors. An overview of each one is provided. Is grief making your grief feel worse? Download the Grief Refuge app for more support and comfort (on iOS and Android )
S1 E38 · Mon, November 01, 2021
Expressing Grief Through More Than Words
Sometimes you just need to process grief in a way that's different from the norm. Sometimes you need something more than talking through your feelings. Sometimes you need more than a good cry. Sometimes you need to do something that allows you to express exactly what you’re feeling. On today’s episode, Gabriela Georges from The Grief Cocoon shares her expertise in helping to hold space and time for people to explore their grief in creative and healing ways. Get more support and comfort for your grieving heart by downloading the Grief Refuge app (on iOS and Android )
S1 E37 · Fri, October 15, 2021
Reaching Out From The Emptiness
You may not recognize her name but you will know her sorrow. It is a tremendous honor to interview Patty Reis on the Grief Refuge Podcast. Patty is one of the rare people in this world who has felt the depths of despair and has made choices to be a source of light in someone else’s dark- when it’s needed most. Enjoy this meaningful interview: shared from one grieving Soul to another. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app ( iOS and Android ) for more grief support.
S1 E36 · Fri, October 01, 2021
How to Live Well Through Grief
Is there a way to live well, even while grieving? Grief Refuge welcomes Andrèa Grace Phillips from Griefway to share more about the loss of her son, Roman, and their continued relationship. Andrèa also shares how their connection and commitment to each other influences the services of Griefway: which includes grief guidance, support groups, and retreats for people in need. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app ( iOS and Android ) for more grief support.
S1 E35 · Wed, September 15, 2021
Coping With Sentimental Objects After a Death
It’s often a watch or another piece of jewelry. It be can heirloom items as unique as giraffe statues or it can weigh over 900 lbs. Whatever the sentimental object is, it has meaning and it keeps a connection to the special person you lost. On this Grief Refuge podcast episode, Reid narrates an article he wrote with his grief companioning colleague, Belinda Kock, to speak to the hard decisions of what to do with sentimental objects when coping with grief. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app ( iOS and Android ) for more grief support.
S1 E34 · Wed, September 01, 2021
Transpersonal Experiences in Dying, Death and Grief
In times of brokenness, weakness, and despair, it’s not uncommon to have an experience that feels more than human. A connection to the Divine, communicating with a loved in Spirit form, and feelings of complete peace and grace: these are often labeled Transpersonal experiences. On this Grief Refuge podcast episode, Reid interviews Scott Janssen about his social work in hospice and what is shared when patients know sacred space is being held for them. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app ( iOS and Android ) for more grief support.
S1 E33 · Sun, August 15, 2021
Adapting to Life After Mom's Death
“Preparing for death doesn’t mean you’re ever prepared.” A wise message from “Tina,” a Grief Refuge community member who shares her story of adapting to life after the loss of her mother. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app ( iOS and Android ) for more grief support.
S1 E32 · Sun, August 01, 2021
How to Find Your Community of Grief Support
It’s hard to find support for your grief. It’s even harder to find a community that can provide the support you need. On this episode, I interview Sara Cobb from My Grief Connection- who is putting her heart and Soul into making it easier to find your community of grief support. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app ( iOS or Android ) for grief support every day.
S1 E31 · Thu, July 15, 2021
How to Honor Your Grief
It's common to honor a loved one who has passed. How about honoring your grief? This episode talks you through what it means to honor your grief, why it's important, and how to do it. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app ( iOS and Android ) for more grief support.
S1 E30 · Thu, July 01, 2021
Managing Grief When The World Acts Like You Should Be Over It
Professionals call it "Prolonged Grief:" grief after the first year. It's taboo'd and can invoke feelings of shame if your grief still hurts. Karyn Arnold from Grief In Common joins me for a conversation about managing grief in the 2nd year of loss- when you can feel even more isolated because you're still grieving but the world has moved on. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app ( iOS and Android ) for more grief support.
S1 E29 · Tue, June 15, 2021
Bound for Grief: A Fatherless Odyssey
Today, I'm sharing a personal story from my own experience. This story is one of many on the Grief Refuge app. If you're not getting enough grief support right now, download the app ( iOS and Android ).
S1 E28 · Tue, June 01, 2021
Grieving Around (and with) Children
Parents are in a difficult situation when they have to hold their grief and the grief of their children. This episode is an interview with Mia Mendoza, Program Director at the Children's Grief Center of New Mexico. Mia shares more about the general ways children grieve and how adults can grieve around (and with) children. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app ( iOS and Android ) for more grief support.
S1 E27 · Fri, May 14, 2021
5 Unspoken Truths About Grief
In a culture of striving to move forward and get ahead, grief can put someone in a very uncomfortable and unfamiliar position. 5 Unspoken Truths About Grief will help you better understand your grieving process and provide support along your journey. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app (on iOS and Android ) for more comfort and solace while grieving.
S1 E26 · Sat, May 01, 2021
Pain and Grief From Pet Loss
There are a lot of people feeling a lot of pain for the loss of their pet. Today I interviewed Coleen Ellis from Two Hearts Pet Loss Center to have a deep and meaningful conversation regarding pet related grief. Be sure to download the Grief Refuge app ( iOS and Android ) for more grief support.
S1 E25 · Thu, April 15, 2021
Grief Related Regret
Regret really hurts. It hurts emotionally and psychologically. Grief related regret can result in self judgment, sadness, shame, or depression. Some ways to work through grief related regret include reframing, apologizing, self compassion, and forgiveness. Listen to the full episode for all the details. #grief #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefhurts #dealingwithgrief #loveandloss #griefawareness #griefwork #griefislove #griefhealing #griefrefuge
S1 E24 · Thu, April 01, 2021
3 Ways to Set Clear Boundaries When You're Grieving
In life, it's common to care take and put someone else's needs before yours. In grief, it's common to get lost in emotions; not knowing what's true or real. When grief hits, it helps to set clear boundaries. This podcast episode will help you learn how. Download the Grief Refuge app for more comfort and support on your grief journey.
S1 E23 · Mon, March 15, 2021
Grief Support Groups on Facebook
It's easier than ever to find grief support on Facebook. There are dozens of groups made to help you feel comfort and support. But do these groups really help? This episode discusses some of the ways grief support groups on Facebook can help and hurt you. #grief #griefandloss #griefsupport #healing #griefjourney
S1 E22 · Mon, March 01, 2021
How Mindfulness Helps With Grief
Grief can be overwhelming and it helps to have tools to cope with loss and all the feelings it creates. Today, I interviewed Heather Stang, the Director of the Mindfulness and Grief Institute about how mindfulness helps with grief. Learn more about Heather's new book From Grief to Peace here . #grief #loss #copingwithloss #mindfulnessandgrief #healing
S1 E21 · Mon, February 15, 2021
What I Miss About You The Most
It's comforting to listen to other people share the story of their losses. In this episode, four wonderful people share parts of their personal stories. They share what they miss the most about their special loved ones. Narrated by Reid Peterson from Grief Refuge #grief #loss #griefsupport #griefandloss
S1 E20 · Mon, February 01, 2021
Healing From Grief: How Does One Do It?
We all want to feel better when we're grieving. We also know feeling better isn't as simple as turning on the light switch. This episode shares important ways to help your healing process. #grief #loss #healing
S1 E19 · Sun, January 17, 2021
Coming to Peace with the Pain of Loss and Grief
Sometimes loss can be so detrimental. All you can do is lean into it and see where it takes you. Hear Benjamin Allen's story and wisdom shared from his grief and healing in the afterloss. Follow Benjamin's page on Facebook . Contact Benjamin via his website . #grief #loss #healing
S1 E18 · Sun, January 03, 2021
Four Stories of How Life Changed After Loss
Grief will change your life. In what way and how much really depends on you. Listen to four stories from people who experienced grief in unique ways. Get more support at griefrefuge.com #grief #loss #bereavement #healing #life #death #griefsupport #love
S1 E17 · Mon, December 21, 2020
Finding Hope When Grief Feels Hopeless
Grief is a type of pain that can imprison hope. This episode shares 9 different ways to find hope when grief feels hopeless. More grief support at griefrefuge.com
S1 E16 · Thu, December 03, 2020
What To Do With Grief
The stages of grief won't help. What will depends on how honest you are with your feelings. Get more grief support at griefrefuge.com #grief #loss #bereavement #healingfromloss
S1 E15 · Fri, November 13, 2020
3 Tips For Finding Joy When Grief Is Really Hard
Many struggle with only feeling the sadness and sorrow all the time. This episode helps to take some small steps for when grief really hurts but you need more joy in life. More support to find joy and purpose at griefrefuge.com #grief #griefandloss #loss #joy #bereavement
S1 E14 · Thu, October 29, 2020
Surrendering to Your Grief to Grow
Many people want to be strong in their grief. They search for ways to over power or control grief feelings. However, that could cause more pain. As a paradox, the strength happens when you surrender. This episode tells you how. If you need more support for your grief journey, please visit griefrefuge.com
Bonus · Fri, October 09, 2020
Are You In a Grief Support Group?
This is an announcement for a special grief support group starting October 15th. In this group, you will transform grief into definitive purpose. There are a couple spots open. If you need the additional support, please select this link to sign up.
S1 E12 · Wed, September 30, 2020
Part II: What Grief Feels Like to a Highly Sensitive Person
Part I of What Grief Feels Like to a Highly Sensitive Person helped articulate the immense sensations and how deeply feelings are felt for highly sensitive people. Part II shares 3 stories of Highly Sensitive People and the rituals they created to help their grief. If you are highly sensitive and you need support establishing rituals for your grief, contact me on the Grief Refuge website for help.
S1 E11 · Mon, September 14, 2020
What Grief Feels Like to a Highly Sensitive Person
1 in 5 people are Highly Sensitive. This podcast episode is the first time anyone has articulated the feelings of grief for highly sensitive people.
S1 E10 · Wed, August 12, 2020
Touching Your Grief
There's an important thing that happens when you express your grief. Learn how to access the grief doorway to a more profound healing and transformation. Visit griefrefuge.com for more support and grief care.
S1 E9 · Tue, July 28, 2020
How to Feel Less Guilt in Grief
Grief by itself is painful. Add guilt to the mix and it's debilitating. This episode helps you know why guilt happens in grief and helps you feel more cared for. For more grief support, visit griefrefuge.com
S1 E8 · Sat, June 27, 2020
How Rituals Help With Grief
One of the many tools to help get through grief is to establish rituals. Learn the ways rituals can help dissipate pain caused by grief. For support with your personal grief, visit griefrefuge.com
S1 E7 · Sat, May 30, 2020
Grief and Loneliness
Is it normal to feel completely alone when in grief? This podcast episode helps to understand how loneliness plays a part in the grieving process. If you need more support for your grief visit griefrefuge.com
S1 E6 · Fri, May 15, 2020
Grief and Forgiveness
There are times when if we feel into our grief, we find opportunities to forgive. This episode shares two stories from two adult males that when they gave their grief the space, they found ways to forgive. Get more grief support at griefrefuge.com
S1 E5 · Mon, April 27, 2020
Is Now a Good Time To Grieve?
Timing and grief aren't the best companions. Often, when grief comes up the timing couldn't be worse. This episode shares a story about a tragic loss and how I handled the timing of it. For support with your personal grief, visit griefrefuge.com
S1 E4 · Wed, April 15, 2020
Grieving a Much Needed Hug
Physical touch is dying right now for many people. And it's hard! If you need grief support during these troubling times, please visit griefrefuge.com to inquire about extra help.
S1 E3 · Wed, April 08, 2020
That Time Tom Petty, Stevie Nix, and The Police Helped My Grief
It's the little things that make a big difference these days. This story helps us understand more about unexpected conversations help us find relief in grief. More grief support is available at griefrefuge.com
S1 E2 · Thu, March 26, 2020
Grieving the Loss of Normal Life
Life changed overnight when leaders started ordering social distancing and shelter-at-home guidelines. It's put people in extremely vulnerable and fearful situations. This episode helps to manage some of the emotions you may be going through in these extremely terrifying times. Please contact me at griefrefuge.com if you need extra support.
S1 E1 · Mon, March 16, 2020
Missing John- A Grief Story
Grief Refuge produces stories to help people heal from grief. This story is about John, a friend who died by suicide. For events focused on Healing grief, visit griefrefuge.com
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