100 episodes

In this podcast Eleanor Haley, MS and Litsa Williams, MA, LCSW-C, the mental health professionals behind the website and book 'What's Your Grief', leave no stone unturned in demystifying the complicated and messy world of living life after loss.

One digestible topic at a time, Haley and Williams distill topics ranging from grief theory to coping. Grievers and grief professionals alike will find their approach practical, relatable, informative and engaging. Grief is sad and confusing, but your grief support doesn't have to be.

What's Your Grief Podcast Eleanor Haley & Litsa Williams

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In this podcast Eleanor Haley, MS and Litsa Williams, MA, LCSW-C, the mental health professionals behind the website and book 'What's Your Grief', leave no stone unturned in demystifying the complicated and messy world of living life after loss.

One digestible topic at a time, Haley and Williams distill topics ranging from grief theory to coping. Grievers and grief professionals alike will find their approach practical, relatable, informative and engaging. Grief is sad and confusing, but your grief support doesn't have to be.

    Pet Loss: The Complexities of Saying Goodbye to Our Animals

    Pet Loss: The Complexities of Saying Goodbye to Our Animals

    Losing a pet (and grieving pet) is a profound and often overlooked form of disenfranchised grief. In this episode, we delve into the complexities of why pet loss holds such significance. Beyond the surface, there are layers of emotion and impact that don't always get talked about. We'll share our own experiences saying farewell to furry companions, and also insights from countless individuals we've supported through pet loss over the years.  
    A few reminders -- 
    We have a free webinar on self-compassion on May 20th. You can sign up here: https://streamyard.com/watch/WP7vXWnap8Vw
    If you like the podcast, you'll love WYG Grief Support Hub (it's our griever member community - think of it as our Patreon, but a zillion times better). It opens for new members on May 15th! Support the podcast and get TONS more grief support. You can learn more here and join the waitlist to be notified when membership opens. 
    Visit whatsyourgrief.com for hundreds of free articles we've written about all things grief and loss. 
    If you're a grief professional, we have a community for you too. https://whatsyourgrief.com/grief-professionals-community/
    You can also make a donation here at any time to help us keep the lights on. 
    Get Lessons to Write On: A Guided Grief Journaling Intensive here.  https://whatsyourgrief.ck.page/products/lessons-to-write-on-grief-journaling
    Pick up the What's Your Grief Book
    Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble Amazon Books A Million IndieBound

    • 44 min
    Navigating Grief with Self-Compassion

    Navigating Grief with Self-Compassion

    Self-compassion can be tough to come by in grief. We compare ourselves to who we were, who we want to be, to others grieving, to how we think grief "should be", and on and on. In this episode, we talk about the challenges of practicing self-compassion, what self-compassion is (and isn't) and some tools for navigating grief with self compassion. 
    We have a free webinar on self-compassion on May 20th. You can sign up here: https://streamyard.com/watch/WP7vXWnap8Vw
    For more info on self-compasssion, Kristen Neff has a great website: https://self-compassion.org/
    If you like the podcast, you'll love WYG Grief Support Hub (it's our griever member community - think of it as our Patreon, but a zillion times better). It opens for new members on May 15th! Support the podcast and get TONS more grief support. You can learn more here and join the waitlist to be notified when membership opens. 
    Visit whatsyourgrief.com for hundreds of free articles we've written about all things grief and loss. 
    If you're a grief professional, we have a community for you too. https://whatsyourgrief.com/grief-professionals-community/
    You can also make a donation here at any time to help us keep the lights on. 
    Get Lessons to Write On: A Guided Grief Journaling Intensive here.  https://whatsyourgrief.ck.page/products/lessons-to-write-on-grief-journaling
    Pick up the What's Your Grief Book
    Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble Amazon Books A Million IndieBound

    • 47 min
    The Practicalities of Handling Grief Triggers

    The Practicalities of Handling Grief Triggers

    In this episode, we dive deep into the practical challenges of handling grief triggers. Join us as we share both our professional advice and personal stories on navigating grief's everyday trigger —from anniversaries and special places to unexpected everyday moments. We'll discuss strategies for managing emotions at work, during social gatherings, and through significant life events.
    If you like the podcast, you'll love WYG Grief Support Hub (it's our griever member community - think of it as our Patreon, but a zillion times better). Support the podcast and get TONS more grief support. You can learn more here. 
    Visit whatsyourgrief.com for hundreds of free articles we've written about all things grief and loss. 
    If you're a grief professional, we have a community for you too. https://whatsyourgrief.com/grief-professionals-community/
    You can also make a donation here at any time to help us keep the lights on. 
    Get Lessons to Write On: A Guided Grief Journaling Intensive here.  https://whatsyourgrief.ck.page/products/lessons-to-write-on-grief-journaling
    Pick up the What's Your Grief Book
    Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble Amazon Books A Million IndieBound

    • 44 min
    The Confusion of Grieving Without Tears

    The Confusion of Grieving Without Tears

    There are many complicated and unexpected grief experiences. One that comes up time and again is why sometimes we expect to cry and . . . don't. It's more common than you'd think and in this episode we're chatting about why. 
    If you like the podcast, you'll love WYG Grief Support Hub (it's our griever member community - think of it as our Patreon, but a zillion times better). Support the podcast and get TONS more grief support. You can learn more here. 
    Visit whatsyourgrief.com for hundreds of free articles we've written about all things grief and loss. 
    If you're a grief professional, we have a community for you too. https://whatsyourgrief.com/grief-professionals-community/
    You can also make a donation here at any time to help us keep the lights on. 
    Get Lessons to Write On: A Guided Grief Journaling Intensive here.  https://whatsyourgrief.ck.page/products/lessons-to-write-on-grief-journaling
    Pick up the What's Your Grief Book
    Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble Amazon Books A Million IndieBound

    • 41 min
    Grieving When the Relationship was Complicated

    Grieving When the Relationship was Complicated

    People are complicated. Human relationships are complicated. There are many people in our lives with whom we have love-hate relationships with.  We don't just grieve when the people we have positive relationships die. We can also grieve people who harmed us, caused us pain, and were abusive. There are many reasons why grieving these people can bring up unique challenges. In this episode we talk about those difficulties and what you can do to cope. 
    If you like the podcast, you'll love WYG Grief Support Hub (it's our griever member community - think of it as our Patreon, but a zillion times better). Support the podcast and get TONS more grief support. You can learn more here. 
    Visit whatsyourgrief.com for hundreds of free articles we've written about all things grief and loss. 
    If you're a grief professional, we have a community for you too. https://whatsyourgrief.com/grief-professionals-community/
    You can also make a donation here at any time to help us keep the lights on. 
    Get Lessons to Write On: A Guided Grief Journaling Intensive here.  https://whatsyourgrief.ck.page/products/lessons-to-write-on-grief-journaling
    Pick up the What's Your Grief Book
    Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble Amazon Books A Million IndieBound

    • 42 min
    The Ebbs and Flows of Grief Over Time

    The Ebbs and Flows of Grief Over Time

    You hear all the time that grief isn't linear, but that doesn't change the surprises in the ways it ebbs and flows over time. In this episode we talk about the predictably unpredictably cycles of grief and the ways grief continues wax and wane as it intersects with so many other aspects of life. But we start with a good old chat about trying to get our sh*t together and just how hard that can be. 
    If you like the podcast, you'll love WYG Grief Support Hub (it's our griever member community - think of it as our Patreon, but a zillion times better). Support the podcast and get TONS more grief support. You can learn more here. 
    Visit whatsyourgrief.com for hundreds of free articles we've written about all things grief and loss. 
    If you're a grief professional, we have a community for you too. https://whatsyourgrief.com/grief-professionals-community/
    You can also make a donation here at any time to help us keep the lights on. 
    Get Lessons to Write On: A Guided Grief Journaling Intensive here.  https://whatsyourgrief.ck.page/products/lessons-to-write-on-grief-journaling
    Pick up the What's Your Grief Book
    Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble Amazon Books A Million IndieBound

    • 42 min

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