GRIEF Ladies: A Guide to What Comes Next

Karyn Arnold and Kelly Daugherty
  • 5.0 (3)
  • Mental Health
  • Updated Weekly

GRIEF Ladies is a grief support podcast for anyone coping with the death of a loved one. If you're wondering how to handle overwhelming emotions, grief, anxiety, grief brain, loneliness after loss, or how to stay connected to someone who died, you're in the right place. Hosted by grief professionals Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold, this podcast offers practical coping tools, grounded conversations, and guidance for navigating life after loss. Each episode explores real questions people ask: Why am I still grieving so intensely? How do I calm my nervous system when grief hits? Is it healthy to stay connected to someone who died? Why do relationships change after loss? How do I rebuild my life after someone dies? Unlike stage-based models of grief, GRIEF Ladies uses the GRIEF Framework: Grounding, Rebuilding, Interacting, Evolving, and Finding as flexible trail markers to help you take small, actionable steps forward. You'll hear: Evidence-based grief education Nervous system and coping skills tools Continuing bonds perspectives Interviews with grief experts Honest conversations about complicated emotions Whether you're grieving the loss of a parent, spouse, child, sibling, or friend, this podcast offers steady support without clichés, pressure to "move on," or unrealistic timelines. Subscribe for weekly episodes and practical tools to help you navigate grief with intention, compassion, and connection.

  1. Signs From Loved Ones After Death: Mediumship, Meditation & Healing

    9h ago

    Signs From Loved Ones After Death: Mediumship, Meditation & Healing

    After someone dies, many people wonder: Was that a sign? In this episode, we're joined by intuitive medium Deb DeCelle to talk about the experience of receiving signs from loved ones in spirit. We explore meditation as a tool for connection, the role of gratitude in noticing signs, and how maintaining a bond after death can support healing. The GRIEF Ladies discuss: What signs from loved ones may look like Why meditation can help quiet grief Doubt and skepticism around spiritual experiences Continuing connection after loss How gratitude can deepen awareness Grief doesn't erase connection — it transforms it. As always, we close with practical steps you can try this week. Guest Bio: Deb DeCelle is an intuitive medium, trauma-informed mentor, and best-selling author who helps individuals navigate grief, spiritual connection, and personal growth. Known for her compassionate approach, Deb blends professional experience with intuitive insight to support healing and meaningful transformation. Connect with Deb:  https://www.debdecelle.com/ GRIEF Ladies: Your Guide to What Comes Next If you're ready to move forward without moving on—this show is for you. 🎧 Follow and connect: https://www.griefladies.com/ Kelly Daugherty: https://www.kellydaugherty.com/ Karyn Arnold: https://www.griefincommon.com/ Stay up to date with all the latest information about The GRIEF Ladies- Sign up for our newsletter at: www.griefladies.com Join the FREE, Private Facebook GRIEF Ladies Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16WuZNsNGu/ The GRIEF Ladies podcast offers education and support for people living with grief after someone they love has died. Our content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care or crisis services. If you are in crisis or concerned about your safety, call 988 in the U.S. or contact local emergency services. Guest perspectives shared on this platform are their own and may not reflect the views or positions of The Grief Ladies.

    43 min
  2. Trusting Your Intuition Through Grief with Dr. Lenka Schultz

    Jun 24

    Trusting Your Intuition Through Grief with Dr. Lenka Schultz

    When we're deep in grief, we often stop trusting ourselves. In this episode, intuologist, author, and spiritual guide Dr. Lenka Schultz explores the powerful connection between grief, self-esteem, and intuition — and why learning to go inward may be one of the most important things a grieving person can do. Dr. Lenka shares how grief lowers our energetic frequency, what it means to protect that vulnerable space with love, and how to tell the difference between intuition and fear. She also opens up about her own experiences with grief — including pregnancy loss, and the unexpected grief of leaving her homeland when she immigrated to the United States. A soul-level conversation about evolving through loss, finding the bridge between worlds, and surrendering to the full human experience. Guest Bio: Dr. Lenka is an insightful and resonant voice for podcast audiences seeking depth over hype. She speaks on the power of intuition as a practical, everyday tool; the intersection of spirituality and connection with nature; and how subtle energy awareness can transform health, relationships, and purpose. Her style is warm, clear, and thought-provoking—ideal for shows that value authentic, soul-centered conversation. Connect with Dr. Lenka Schulze: www.lenka.org Newsletter & Free E-Book: https://www.lenka.org/newsletter-subscribe-form Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dr.lenkaschulze/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569052654485 LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/drlenkaschulze TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@lenkaschulze?lang=en Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@dr.lenka.schulze Intuition: https://a.co/d/8EE0cf7 Journey of you: https://a.co/d/5DLw2aG GRIEF Ladies: Your Guide to What Comes Next If you're ready to move forward without moving on—this show is for you. 🎧 Follow and connect: https://www.griefladies.com/ Kelly Daugherty: https://www.kellydaugherty.com/ Karyn Arnold: https://www.griefincommon.com/ Stay up to date with all the latest information about The GRIEF Ladies- Sign up for our newsletter at: www.griefladies.com Join the FREE, Private Facebook GRIEF Ladies Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16WuZNsNGu/ The GRIEF Ladies podcast offers education and support for people living with grief after someone they love has died. Our content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care or crisis services. If you are in crisis or concerned about your safety, call 988 in the U.S. or contact local emergency services. Guest perspectives shared on this platform are their own and may not reflect the views or positions of The Grief Ladies.

    39 min
  3. Grief, Relationships, and Dating After Loss: What Nobody Tells You with Joëlle Lydon

    Jun 17

    Grief, Relationships, and Dating After Loss: What Nobody Tells You with Joëlle Lydon

    When someone is deep in grief, the people closest to them often want to help — but don't know how. And the grieving person? They're often too exhausted to explain. In this episode, relationship coach and author Joelle Lydon breaks down what's really happening in relationships when grief enters the picture, how both partners can navigate it without losing each other, and what dating after loss actually looks like. Joelle talks about the power of making clear and specific requests, why partners often inadvertently short-circuit the grief process by trying to fix things too quickly, and her concept of the sacred third — the relationship itself as something both people contribute to or take away from. She also dives into dating after loss — why transparency beats strategy, why dating is a sorting process not a search, and how companionship can look very different than you'd expect. Plus: a beautiful in-the-moment insight about honoring a friend through daily "marquee moments" at the dinner table. Guest Bio: Joëlle Lydon is a relationship coach, creativity facilitator, and the author of Unbreakable Us: Removing the Barriers to Love. For over 15 years, she has guided individuals and couples in understanding the deeper architecture of their relationships — helping them move beyond surface communication strategies into sustainable, embodied connection. Her work integrates relational systems thinking, nervous system awareness, and creative process to illuminate the patterns that quietly shape intimacy. Known for her clarity, depth, and grounded presence, Joëlle brings both intellectual rigor and heartfelt wisdom to conversations about love. Based in New York's Capital Region, she is passionate about reframing relationship education as a vital life skill — one that can be learned, practiced, and strengthened at any stage of life. Connect with Joelle:  https://joellelydon.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/joellelydon/ https://www.instagram.com/joellelydon/ GRIEF Ladies: Your Guide to What Comes Next If you're ready to move forward without moving on—this show is for you. 🎧 Follow and connect: https://www.griefladies.com/ Kelly Daugherty: https://www.kellydaugherty.com/ Karyn Arnold: https://www.griefincommon.com/ Stay up to date with all the latest information about The GRIEF Ladies- Sign up for our newsletter at: www.griefladies.com Join the FREE, Private Facebook GRIEF Ladies Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16WuZNsNGu/ The GRIEF Ladies podcast offers education and support for people living with grief after someone they love has died. Our content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care or crisis services. If you are in crisis or concerned about your safety, call 988 in the U.S. or contact local emergency services. Guest perspectives shared on this platform are their own and may not reflect the views or positions of The Grief Ladies.

    41 min
  4. The Art of Letting Go: Navigating a Loved One's Belongings Intentionally (with Charlene Lam)

    Jun 10

    The Art of Letting Go: Navigating a Loved One's Belongings Intentionally (with Charlene Lam)

    What do you do with a loved one's belongings after they die? In this episode, certified grief coach and TEDx speaker Charlene Lam — founder of the Grief Gallery — shares her Curating Grief framework: Collect, Curate, and Create. Each C carries a powerful anchoring question that helps grievers move from overwhelm to intention. Charlene and the GRIEF Ladies explore how to navigate the emotional weight of physical belongings, what to do when you have too much (or nothing at all), how grief changes the meaning of everyday objects over time, and how to reclaim your narrative — especially when relationships were complicated. Plus: the unforgettable story of commissioning, using, and ultimately smashing her mother's urn. Whether you're standing in a room full of someone's things or grieving without a single object to hold onto, this conversation meets you where you are. Guest Bio: Charlene Lam is a certified grief coach, TEDx speaker and the founder of The Grief Gallery. After her mother died suddenly in 2013, Charlene leaned into her creativity and instincts as a curator to guide herself through grief. Her Curating Grief® framework is a creative, accessible way grievers can navigate dealing with the physical stuff and the emotional stuff. Her first book, Curating Grief: A Creative Guide to Choosing What to Keep After a Loved One Dies, is out now. Charlene's Website: https://curatinggrief.com Curating Grief Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGLV7X7V GRIEF Ladies: Your Guide to What Comes Next If you're ready to move forward without moving on—this show is for you. 🎧 Follow and connect: https://www.griefladies.com/ Kelly Daugherty: https://www.kellydaugherty.com/ Karyn Arnold: https://www.griefincommon.com/ Stay up to date with all the latest information about The GRIEF Ladies- Sign up for our newsletter at: www.griefladies.com Join the FREE, Private Facebook GRIEF Ladies Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16WuZNsNGu/ The GRIEF Ladies podcast offers education and support for people living with grief after someone they love has died. Our content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care or crisis services. If you are in crisis or concerned about your safety, call 988 in the U.S. or contact local emergency services. Guest perspectives shared on this platform are their own and may not reflect the views or positions of The Grief Ladies.

    42 min
  5. Polyvagal Theory & Grief: Grounding Tools to Calm Your Nervous System

    Jun 3

    Polyvagal Theory & Grief: Grounding Tools to Calm Your Nervous System

    Polyvagal Theory & Grief: Grounding Tools to Calm Your Nervous System. Grief isn't just emotional — it's physiological. In this episode (37) of the GRIEF Ladies Podcast, we explore how grief impacts the nervous system and why you may feel anxious, shut down, exhausted, or on edge. Joined by Gabrielle Juliano-Villani, we discuss polyvagal theory, grounding techniques, and practical tools to help regulate your body during grief. You'll hear: How the nervous system responds to loss Why burnout and grief often overlap The role of self-compassion What "glimmers" are and why they matter Simple grounding practices you can try today Grief can feel overwhelming — but small shifts in awareness can create meaningful change. As always, we close with practical steps you can use this week. Guest Bio: Gabrielle Juliano-Villani is a business mindset coach and consultant who helps therapy practice owners scale, sell, and thrive without burning out. After building and selling her own 7-figure group practice in 2021, she now combines her expertise as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Small Business Administration coach to help other entrepreneurs create sustainable, profitable businesses. Specializing in supporting practice owners as they navigate Medicare/Medicaid billing, Gabrielle brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and business strategy to her work. She's been featured on NBC News, Spruce Health, and speaks internationally about preventing burnout while building successful practices. Connect with Gabrielle: medicareconsultingfortherapists.com gabriellejulianovillani.com  instagram.com/gjvconsulting https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriellejulianovillani/ GRIEF Ladies: Your Guide to What Comes Next If you're ready to move forward without moving on—this show is for you. 🎧 Follow and connect: https://www.griefladies.com/ Kelly Daugherty: https://www.kellydaugherty.com/ Karyn Arnold: https://www.griefincommon.com/ Stay up to date with all the latest information about The GRIEF Ladies- Sign up for our newsletter at: www.griefladies.com Join the FREE, Private Facebook GRIEF Ladies Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16WuZNsNGu/ The GRIEF Ladies podcast offers education and support for people living with grief after someone they love has died. Our content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care or crisis services. If you are in crisis or concerned about your safety, call 988 in the U.S. or contact local emergency services. Guest perspectives shared on this platform are their own and may not reflect the views or positions of The Grief Ladies.

    38 min

  6. May 30

    BONUS: The First Year After Loss — Our New Book, the Grief Brain Reader Series & What Early Grief Really Looks Like

    Nobody tells you what the first year of grief is actually going to feel like. Not the forgetting. Not the exhaustion. Not the moment when the casseroles are gone, the phone stops ringing, and the full weight of it finally hits you. In this special bonus episode of the GRIEF Ladies Podcast, Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold talk about their brand-new book — The First Year After Loss — the first in their Grief Brain Reader series, launching June 16th on Amazon. They share: • Why they wrote this book — and who it's really for • The grief reactions that feel terrifying but are completely normal • The grief box analogy: why your box gets bigger, not your ball smaller • What "grief brain" is and why it changes how you read, remember, and focus • Why the Grief Brain Reader series is intentionally short, digestible, and accessible • How family and friends can use this book to better support the people they love "Grief is not over after one year — it evolves."  Whether you're newly bereaved, supporting someone who is, or years into your grief journey, this episode will remind you that what you're feeling is real, it's valid, and you are not going crazy. The First Year After Loss is available June 16th on Amazon. As always, we close with an actionable step: find your support, tether yourself to something, and believe that help makes a difference.   GRIEF Ladies: Your Guide to What Comes Next If you're ready to move forward without moving on—this show is for you. 🎧 Follow and connect: https://www.griefladies.com/ Kelly Daugherty: https://www.kellydaugherty.com/ Karyn Arnold: https://www.griefincommon.com/ Stay up to date with all the latest information about The GRIEF Ladies- Sign up for our newsletter at: www.griefladies.com Join the FREE, Private Facebook GRIEF Ladies Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16WuZNsNGu/ The GRIEF Ladies podcast offers education and support for people living with grief after someone they love has died. Our content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care or crisis services. If you are in crisis or concerned about your safety, call 988 in the U.S. or contact local emergency services. Guest perspectives shared on this platform are their own and may not reflect the views or positions of The Grief Ladies.

    26 min
  7. Coping with Pet Loss: Grieving a Beloved Dog & Preparing for End of Life

    May 27

    Coping with Pet Loss: Grieving a Beloved Dog & Preparing for End of Life

    Coping with Pet Loss: Grieving a Beloved Dog & Preparing for the End of Life. Losing a pet can feel devastating — and yet pet grief is often minimized or misunderstood. In this episode (36), of the GRIEF Ladies Podcast, Adam Greenbaum shares the story of losing his Boston Terrier, Baxter, and how that experience led him to create Love Baxter, a resource supporting pet owners through end-of-life decisions and bereavement. We discuss: Why pet loss is often disenfranchised grief Preparing for a pet's end of life The emotional toll of euthanasia decisions Ways to celebrate and memorialize your pet Finding support during pet bereavement Our pets are companions, family, and witnesses to our lives. Their loss matters. As always, we close with practical steps you can take during your own grief journey. Guest Bio: Adam Greenbaum built WhiskerCloud—now part of PetDesk—into a platform powering 10,000+ veterinary clinics worldwide. When his Boston Terrier, Baxter, passed away in October 2024, Adam turned his grief into purpose and founded Love, Baxter, now the world's largest pet end-of-life resource. His mission: give every pet a calm, dignified farewell by connecting devoted pet parents with compassionate professionals. Connecty with Adam: https://lovebaxter.com/  https://www.instagram.com/lovebaxterco https://www.linkedin.com/company/love-baxter/  GRIEF Ladies: Your Guide to What Comes Next If you're ready to move forward without moving on—this show is for you. 🎧 Follow and connect: https://www.griefladies.com/ Kelly Daugherty: https://www.kellydaugherty.com/ Karyn Arnold: https://www.griefincommon.com/ Stay up to date with all the latest information about The GRIEF Ladies- Sign up for our newsletter at: www.griefladies.com Join the FREE, Private Facebook GRIEF Ladies Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16WuZNsNGu/ The GRIEF Ladies podcast offers education and support for people living with grief after someone they love has died. Our content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care or crisis services. If you are in crisis or concerned about your safety, call 988 in the U.S. or contact local emergency services. Guest perspectives shared on this platform are their own and may not reflect the views or positions of The Grief Ladies.

    42 min
  8. Mindfulness for Grief: How to Find Peace When Your Mind Won't Stop

    May 20

    Mindfulness for Grief: How to Find Peace When Your Mind Won't Stop

    Mindfulness for Grief: Finding Peace and Healing After Loss,  Grief can pull you into the past or push you into fear about the future. Mindfulness invites you back to the present moment. In this episode, we talk with Holly McNeill about how meditation and mindful awareness can support healing after loss. We explore the P.E.R. L.O.V.E. framework, the role of gratitude in grief, and how acceptance helps create peace — even when life feels shattered. You'll hear: How mindfulness changes your relationship with grief Why meditation builds emotional resilience The connection between gratitude and healing How to practice presence during pain Healing through grief is not about forgetting — it's about learning to be here now. As always, we close with practical steps you can try this week. Guest Bio: Once designing hospitals and now designing peace of mind, Holly McNeill—known as The Mindfulness Architect—vowed at a personal low point to walk a more conscious path. Drawing from over two decades of study in neuroscience, quantum physics, psychology, spirituality, and Buddhism, she developed the P.E.R.L.O.V.E. Formula: a practical blueprint for transforming suffering into self-awareness, agency, and peace. After navigating profound personal loss and the unraveling of her identity, Holly came to see grief not as something to escape, but as a sacred gateway to transformation. Today, she helps others understand how their minds work so they can move through pain with clarity, compassion, and intention. Connect with Holly: Holly McNeill - The Mindfulness Architect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hollymcneillofficial Instagram:  https://instagram.com/hollymcneillofficial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hollymcneillofficial Podcast – Pay Attention: https://www.hollymcneill.com/podcast Email: holly@mindfulnessblueprints.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollymcneill/ GRIEF Ladies: Your Guide to What Comes Next If you're ready to move forward without moving on—this show is for you. 🎧 Follow and connect: https://www.griefladies.com/ Kelly Daugherty: https://www.kellydaugherty.com/ Karyn Arnold: https://www.griefincommon.com/ Stay up to date with all the latest information about The GRIEF Ladies- Sign up for our newsletter at: www.griefladies.com Join the FREE, Private Facebook GRIEF Ladies Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16WuZNsNGu/ The GRIEF Ladies podcast offers education and support for people living with grief after someone they love has died. Our content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care or crisis services. If you are in crisis or concerned about your safety, call 988 in the U.S. or contact local emergency services. Guest perspectives shared on this platform are their own and may not reflect the views or positions of The Grief Ladies.

    38 min
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GRIEF Ladies is a grief support podcast for anyone coping with the death of a loved one. If you're wondering how to handle overwhelming emotions, grief, anxiety, grief brain, loneliness after loss, or how to stay connected to someone who died, you're in the right place. Hosted by grief professionals Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold, this podcast offers practical coping tools, grounded conversations, and guidance for navigating life after loss. Each episode explores real questions people ask: Why am I still grieving so intensely? How do I calm my nervous system when grief hits? Is it healthy to stay connected to someone who died? Why do relationships change after loss? How do I rebuild my life after someone dies? Unlike stage-based models of grief, GRIEF Ladies uses the GRIEF Framework: Grounding, Rebuilding, Interacting, Evolving, and Finding as flexible trail markers to help you take small, actionable steps forward. You'll hear: Evidence-based grief education Nervous system and coping skills tools Continuing bonds perspectives Interviews with grief experts Honest conversations about complicated emotions Whether you're grieving the loss of a parent, spouse, child, sibling, or friend, this podcast offers steady support without clichés, pressure to "move on," or unrealistic timelines. Subscribe for weekly episodes and practical tools to help you navigate grief with intention, compassion, and connection.

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