Death on the Daily

Tanya Wilkinson
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Let's bring the conversation about death out of the shadows and into the mainstream, where it belongs. Podcast hosted by bereaved mother, coach and death doula, Tanya Wilkinson

  1. 3D AGO

    Find your safe place - guided meditation for grief

    If you’re navigating grief, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm, this guided safe place meditation is designed to help you reconnect with a sense of calm and safety in your body. Grief can place a huge demand on our nervous system. In this meditation, you’ll be gently guided to visualise a safe, calming place - real or imagined - where your body can soften, settle, and feel supported. Through grounding awareness of your senses, breath, and body, this practice helps create a moment of safety, calm and steadiness, alongside your grief.  This meditation is here for you on the days when everything feels heavy and you need a moment to pause, breathe, and remember that a sense of safety lives within you. Come back to this practice anytime you need a gentle reset. You can listen lying down or seated comfortably. Allow yourself to be guided by you, moving at your own pace, and resting whenever you need. If this meditation supports you, please like, subscribe, or share it with someone who might need its support.  Disclaimer:  This content is for entertainment and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. This practice invites gentle awareness of your body. Before you begin, check in with yourself and see whether it feels right for you to do this meditation today. You know yourself best - trust what feels right for you. This meditation is not a substitute for professional mental health care.  Are you journeying with grief? Download my FREE Grief, Grace & Growth journaling ebook: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-grace-growth-journal JOIN GRIEF COCOON, my new monthly virtual event - a sacred space for grief in busy lives: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-cocoon Follow & Support Death on the Daily: Do Like, Comment & Subscribe to this channel  @deathonthedaily  Share this episode with a friend who might need it. Subscribe to my Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/deathonthedaily/ Buy me a coffee and support the production of this free podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/tanyawilkinson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/death_onthedaily  Find out about my work including as a grief coach: www.tanyawilkinson.co.uk YouTube: http://youtube.com/@deathonthedaily This meditation is edited by David Strutt, who you can contact here for any editing needs: davidstrutt2@gmail.com

    16 min

  2. FEB 27

    How to talk about death (without it feeling awkward)

    In this episode of Death on the Daily, I’m exploring why death and grief remain taboo in our society - and how avoiding these conversations costs us as humans.  Drawing from my personal journey through the grief of losing her Grandad and daughter, I share how we all have an innate capacity to hold and navigate death and grief. We discuss: Why talking about death and grief feels awkward and heavy.How society’s death avoidant culture disconnects us from our humanity.Practical ways to start conversations about death and grief with friends, family, and colleagues.The power of entry points like pop culture, books, and personal stories to gently ease into these conversations. Whether you’re grieving, supporting someone else, or just curious about embracing life fully, this episode offers compassionate guidance on making death and grief part of our everyday conversations. Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Nor is it a substitute for professional support.  Follow Death on the Daily: Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe to this podcast. Plus I always love to hear from you, so please do drop a comment or message to me here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/death_onthedaily YouTube: http://youtube.com/@deathonthedaily  The theme music for Death on the Daily is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Set Free by Katie Gray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which is used with artist's permission.  You can connect with Katie and her music and work here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.katiegray.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  This podcast is edited by David Strutt, who you can contact here for any editing needs: davidstrutt2@gmail.com Chapters:  00:00: Breaking the Silence on Death and Grief 06:15: Finding Entry Points into Conversations 10:33: Creating Meaning Through Death and Grief 16:07: Building Courage to Talk About Death

    19 min

  3. FEB 20

    Softness in a world that says move on from grief with Amber Jeffrey

    In this powerful episode I chat with Amber Jeffrey, founder of The Grief Gang, to talk about grief, mental health, and why feeling your grief is a radical act in a world that tells you to move on. Amber shares her experience of losing her mum at 19 and later her dear friend Poppy - plus the frustration that led her to build a grief community that feels human, creative, and alive. This conversation is about resisting the rush to move on. It’s about courage that looks like breath-by-breath getting through it. It’s about reclaiming grief as human — not broken. Because grief is everyone’s business. And feeling it? That’s revolutionary. Together, we explore: Why grief isn’t linear (and never neat)The harm of pathologising “prolonged grief”The failure of traditional grief support systemsThe lifelong, messy nature of griefThe importance of community in healingRadical acts of support and self-compassionWhy grief connects us all as humanityThe power of community in healingHow softness becomes survival in a harsh world Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Nor is it a substitute for professional support.  Follow Death on the Daily: Do Like, Comment & Subscribe to this channel  @deathonthedaily  Share this episode with a friend who might need it. Subscribe to my Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/deathonthedaily/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tanyawilkinson_ YouTube: http://youtube.com/@deathonthedailyFind out about my work as a Grief Coach and connect with me here: https://www.tanyawilkinson.co.uk You can connect with Amber Jeffrey and find out about The Grief Gang membership (that I am a facilitator for) here:  Website: https://www.thegriefgang.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegriefgang The theme music for Death on the Daily is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Set Free by Katie Gray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which is used with artist's permission.  You can connect with Katie and her music and work here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.katiegray.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  This podcast is edited by David Strutt, who you can contact here for any editing needs: davidstrutt2@gmail.com Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: The Softness of Grief 01:08 Amber Jeffery's Personal Grief Journey 02:01 Societal Support for Grief in 2016 vs Now 03:48 Isolation in Grief and Support Systems 07:50 Therapy Experiences and Barriers 10:27 Starting the Grief Gang Community 12:40 The Need for Diverse Grief Support Modalities 15:33 The Power of Choice in Support Resources 20:53 The Messiness of Multiple Losses 22:35 Grief as a Continuous, Non-Linear Process 25:48 Trusting Hope and the Process of Grief 28:37 The Binary Mindset and Grief's Complexity 32:56 Self-Compassion and Harsh Inner Voices 34:42 Resisting Societal Grief Norms 37:40 Connecting Humanity Through Shared Pain 42:22 Grief as a Universal Experience of Love and Loss 45:13 The Importance of Feeling and Empathy 47:12 The Evolution of the Grief Gang Community 53:18 Creating a Supportive, Joyful Community 59:40 Final Words: Hope and Presence in Grief

    1h 5m

  4. FEB 13

    Widowed at 31: finding hope and joy through grief

    I’m joined by the incredible Lisa Marshall (The Widow Diaries) to talk about her profound journey of grief as a widow following the suicide of her husband, Alan. Lisa discusses the complexities of navigating life as a solo mother of three, the coexistence of grief and joy, and the societal stigma surrounding suicide.  Emphasising the importance of support, understanding, and the need for open conversations about mental health. Through her experiences, she highlights the challenges of identity loss, the overwhelming nature of motherhood amidst grief, and the necessity of finding joy in everyday moments. Our discussion serves as a poignant reminder of the impact of suicide on families and the importance of compassion, connection and support in our communities.  If you need someone to talk to, in the UK you can call Samaritans 24/7 on 116 123.  https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/ Are you journeying with grief? DOWNLOAD MY FREE Grief, Grace & Growth journaling ebook: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-grace-growth-journal JOIN GRIEF COCOON, my new monthly virtual support session - a sacred space for grief in busy lives: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-cocoon  Takeaways Grief and joy can coexist alongside each other.It's important to forgive yourself after a loss.Suicide can affect anyone, regardless of their background - it’s important we talk about it. Asking for help is crucial in times of need.Grief is a messy and complex process.Finding joy in small moments is essential.Motherhood can be overwhelming, especially after a loss.Anger is a valid emotion in the grieving process.Support from friends and family is vital for healing.We need to talk about mental health - check in on those around you. There is always hope and life after loss. Disclaimer:  This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Nor is it a substitute for professional support.  Follow Death on the Daily: Do Like, Comment & Subscribe to this channel  @deathonthedaily  Share this episode with a friend who might need it. Subscribe to my Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/deathonthedaily/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tanyawilkinson_ YouTube: http://youtube.com/@deathonthedailyFind out about my work as a Grief Coach and connect with me here: https://www.tanyawilkinson.co.uk You can connect with Lisa Marshall here: https://www.instagram.com/the_widowdiaries  The theme music for Death on the Daily is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Set Free by Katie Gray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which is used with artist's permission.  You can connect with Katie and her music and work here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.katiegray.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  This podcast is edited by David Strutt, who you can contact here for any editing needs: davidstrutt2@gmail.com Chapters 00:00: Introduction 01:23: The Impact of Suicide on Families 03:55: The Journey of Loss and Identity 09:50: Motherhood Amidst Grief 14:16: Finding Space for Grief 18:25: Coexisting Emotions: Grief and Joy 21:48: Understanding Anger in Grief 29:08: Supporting Those Who Grieve 36:01: Advice for Widows of Suicide 44:19: Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health

    52 min

  5. FEB 6

    Grieving someone you had a difficult relationship with

    So much grief content tells us that grief is just “love with nowhere to go”. But what happens when the relationship wasn’t loving - or wasn’t only loving? In this episode of Death on the Daily, I explore the often unspoken experience of grieving someone who you had a complicated, painful, distant or unfinished relationship with.  When grief our holds anger, relief, guilt, numbness, apathy or confusion alongside, or instead of, love. This is an episode for you if you’re wondering: Do I even get to grieve them?Is my grief valid?Should I not speak ill of the dead? Why do I feel relieved… or angry… or nothing at all?How do I mourn someone without rewriting the truth of the relationship? You’ll hear gentle reflections on: why complicated grief can feel so isolatinggrieving both the relationship you had and the one you never gotletting go of the pressure to forgive, resolve, or find closurewhy mixed emotions are not a betrayal I also share practical, compassionate ways to support yourself when grief doesn’t fit the usual narrative - including how to make space for complexity, honour your truth, and care for what your body is holding. If your grief feels messy, contradictory, or hard to name - this episode is for you. Are you journeying with grief? DOWNLOAD MY FREE Grief, Grace & Growth journaling ebook: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-grace-growth-journal JOIN GRIEF COCOON, my new monthly virtual event - a sacred space for grief in busy lives: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-cocoon  Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Nor is it a substitute for professional support. ,  Follow Death on the Daily: Do Like, Comment & Subscribe to this channel  @deathonthedaily  Share this episode with a friend who might need it. Subscribe to my Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/deathonthedaily/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tanyawilkinson_ YouTube: http://youtube.com/@deathonthedailyFind out about my work as a Grief Coach and connect with me here: https://www.tanyawilkinson.co.uk This episode is edited by David Strutt, who you can contact here for any editing needs: davidstrutt2@gmail.com The theme music for Death on the Daily is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Set Free by Katie Gray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which is used with artist's permission.  You can connect with Katie and her music and beautiful Empowered Heart work here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.katiegray.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    17 min

  6. JAN 30

    Celebrating tiny wins: small but mighty grief support practice

    In this episode I (Tanya Wilkinson) share the powerful but gentle practice of recognising and celebrating tiny wins as we are navigating our grief. Discussing how grief can feel isolating and exhausting, and encouraging you to honour your small achievements as a way to navigate through the weeds of grief.  By focusing on these tiny wins, you can cultivate self-compassion and recognition of how you are navigating your grief. Including on those most griefy of days where just doing the basics feels like climbing a mountain - it’s important to acknowledge these as much as anything else.  Are you journeying with grief? DOWNLOAD MY FREE Grief, Grace & Growth journaling ebook: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-grace-growth-journal JOIN GRIEF COCOON, my new monthly virtual event - a sacred space for grief in busy lives: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-cocoon  Takeaways You're not failing; what you're feeling in grief is normal.Celebrating small wins is crucial in life. Tiny wins can be as simple as honouring doing the basics in grief.Grief rewires our brain and can be exhausting.Honouring our truth during grief is important.Tiny wins shift us from self-criticism to gratitude and acknowledgement of how much you are journeying with.Celebrate showing up, not just results.All tiny wins add up to significant progress. Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Nor is it a substitute for professional support.  Follow Death on the Daily: Do Like, Comment & Subscribe to this channel  @deathonthedaily  Share this episode with a friend who might need it. Subscribe to my Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/deathonthedaily/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tanyawilkinson_ YouTube: http://youtube.com/@deathonthedailyFind out about my work as a Grief Coach and connect with me here: https://www.tanyawilkinson.co.uk This episode is edited by David Strutt, who you can contact here for any editing needs: davidstrutt2@gmail.com The theme music for Death on the Daily is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Set Free by Katie Gray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which is used with artist's permission.  You can connect with Katie and her music and beautiful Empowered Heart work here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.katiegray.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   Chapters 00:00: Understanding Grief and Its Challenges 02:49: The Importance of Celebrating Tiny Wins 05:38: Navigating Grief with Self-Compassion 08:48: Creating a Grief Support Practice 11:39: Building Momentum Through Tiny Wins 14:59: The Power of Acknowledging Progress

    17 min

  7. JAN 22

    Dying isn’t all that bad: the body’s wisdom at life’s end

    I am joined today for a profound conversation with Dr. David Casarett, a physician, researcher, and tenured Professor at the Duke University School of Medicine. Dr. Casarett is the Chief of Palliative Care for Duke. We speak about the often misunderstood process of dying. David shares insights from his extensive experience at the bedside of dying patients, emphasising the body's remarkable biological intelligence even in its final days.  He discusses the importance of understanding the natural processes of dying, which can alleviate the anxiety surrounding death. The conversation also touches on the cultural conditioning that frames death as something to be feared, and how witnessing the deaths of others can help demystify the experience and reduce fear for ourselves when our time comes. Are you journeying with grief? Download my FREE Grief, Grace & Growth journaling ebook: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-grace-growth-journal JOIN GRIEF COCOON, my new monthly virtual event - a sacred space for grief in busy lives: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-cocoon Takeaways Witnessing death can reduce anxiety about our own mortality.The body's mechanisms during dying are often misunderstood.Palliative care should be integrated earlier in the treatment process.Conversations about end-of-life care are essential for families.Dying is often less dramatic than portrayed in media. Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Nor is it a substitute for professional support.  Follow Death on the Daily: Do Like, Comment & Subscribe to this channel  @deathonthedaily  Share this episode with a friend who might need it. Subscribe to my Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/deathonthedaily/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/death_onthedailyYouTube: http://youtube.com/@deathonthedailyFind out about my work as a Grief Coach and connect with me here: https://www.tanyawilkinson.co.uk David’s book, “Undiscovered Country: A Doctor’s Travel Guide To The End Of Life” is out now.  To connect with David, please visit: Website: www.casarett.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/david-casarett This episode is edited by David Strutt, who you can contact here for any editing needs: davidstrutt2@gmail.com The theme music for Death on the Daily is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Set Free by Katie Gray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which is used with artist's permission.  You can connect with Katie and her music and beautiful Empowered Heart work here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.katiegray.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   Chapters 00:00: The Nature of Dying 01:50: Understanding Biological Processes at the End of Life 08:12: The Role of Palliative Care 12:58: Navigating Treatment Decisions 17:36: Cultural Perspectives on Death 23:06: Advocating for End-of-Life Care 28:55: The Importance of Family Involvement 35:39: The Wisdom of the Dying

    50 min

  8. JAN 17

    Starry night sky: Guided meditation for deep relaxation

    This guided meditation invites you into deep relaxation through a gentle body connection practice inspired by the starry night sky.  As you are guided through each part of your body, you’ll visualise a star shining brightly, helping you soften, ground, and reconnect with yourself. This meditation supports nervous system regulation, body awareness and creating a sense of safety within.  This practice is especially supportive if you are:- Feeling exhausted or anxious due to grief - Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or disconnected - Looking for a calming body scan meditation - Seeking deep relaxation or a meditation for sleep - Wanting to feel safe, present, and at home in your body You can listen lying down or seated comfortably. Allow yourself to be guided, moving at your own pace, and resting wherever you need. If this meditation supports you, please like, subscribe, or share it with someone who might need a moment of rest under the stars. Are you journeying with grief? Download my FREE Grief, Grace & Growth journaling ebook here: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-grace-growth-journal Disclaimer:  This content is for entertainment and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. This practice invites gentle awareness of your body. Before you begin, check in with yourself and see whether it feels right for you to do this meditation today. You know yourself best - trust what feels right for you. This meditation is not a substitute for professional mental health care.  Follow Death on the Daily: * Do Like, Comment & Subscribe to this channel  @deathonthedaily   * Share this meditation with a friend who might need it.  * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/death_onthedaily  * YouTube: http://youtube.com/@deathonthedaily  This meditation is edited by David Strutt, who you can contact here for any editing needs: davidstrutt2@gmail.com

    13 min
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Let's bring the conversation about death out of the shadows and into the mainstream, where it belongs. Podcast hosted by bereaved mother, coach and death doula, Tanya Wilkinson

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  • Creator
    Tanya Wilkinson
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    103
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Tanya Wilkinson
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    Death on the Daily