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Grief is messy. It's the opposite of linear. It can be dark and wacky, lonely or not, love-filled or seemingly lacking - but it is so very alive. No two people experience this process in quite the same way. These episodes are conversation starters for dealing with dying, death, and grief, part therapy and part storytelling in disguise. They'll shine a light, giving you hope and understanding of how others have managed their grief. Also, they are an insightful guide to life's many losses. You don't have to struggle alone? Please connect anne@understandinggrief.com at https://www.understandinggrief.com

Let's Talk About Grief With Anne Anne DeButte

    • Health & Fitness
    • 5.0 • 17 Ratings

Grief is messy. It's the opposite of linear. It can be dark and wacky, lonely or not, love-filled or seemingly lacking - but it is so very alive. No two people experience this process in quite the same way. These episodes are conversation starters for dealing with dying, death, and grief, part therapy and part storytelling in disguise. They'll shine a light, giving you hope and understanding of how others have managed their grief. Also, they are an insightful guide to life's many losses. You don't have to struggle alone? Please connect anne@understandinggrief.com at https://www.understandinggrief.com

    Susan Gold - From Darkness to Light: What Freedom from Trauma Brings

    Susan Gold - From Darkness to Light: What Freedom from Trauma Brings

    Welcome to today's show, where we dive deeper into more transformative journeys and inspiring stories.

    In today's episode, we are honored to introduce our special guest, Susan Gold. Susan is a remarkable author whose latest memoir, "Toxic Family: Transforming Childhood Trauma into Adult Freedom," was recently published! Congratulations, Susan, as you've officially become a book mama!

    Susan shares her personal experiences of overcoming a difficult childhood and finding freedom in adulthood. Today, we're going to explore Susan's powerful story and focus on how she navigated the grief of losing her childhood, transforming trauma, and how she found her freedom in adulthood while embracing her unique journey! 
     
    Here's what we talk about:
    The impact of trauma often extends like ripples in a pond, affecting various aspects of a person's life.How can super empathy affect a child's social interactions and relationships?When trauma happens, a person disassociates from it, so how does Susan recognize her trauma?What Susan felt when she breaks free from trauma.The importance of understanding the root causes of codependency.A strategy that helped Susan write her book.And much more!  
    Connect with Susan Gold!
    Website: https://www.susangold.us/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susangoldconsulting/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susan.gold.988Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susangoldismagical/Twitter: https://twitter.com/sgoldconsulting

    Please go to https://www.understanding grief.com to learn more about 12 Ways to Heal the Free ebook.
    You don't have to grieve alone, as a coach I can help support you. To discover how grief coaching can help you please book a FREE call with me

    To access your FREE resource 12 Ways to Heal https://www.understandinggrief.com
    Connect with me:
    Website: https://www.understandinggrief.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annedebutte
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reconnectfromgrief

    • 46 min
    John Jarman - Hidden Trauma: Why It Matters and How to Recognize It

    John Jarman - Hidden Trauma: Why It Matters and How to Recognize It

    In our previous conversation, we mentioned that we needed more discussions to help us understand childhood trauma.

    Today, with our next guest, we will be delving a little deeper into it. Additionally, we will continue our journey with grief. I appreciate our next guest's willingness to share his experience on both of these topics.

    Our guest for this episode is John Jarman, whose powerful memoir delves into his personal struggles, triumphs, and the profound transformation he experienced through his unwavering faith in God.

    I warmly invite you to join us as we dive deeper into the inspiring story behind his award-winning book, "Broken and Redeemed: Finding Freedom through Complete Surrender."
     
    Here's what we talk about:
    How did John begin to recognize his trauma?A counselor or therapist can play a vital role in guiding you to uncover such hidden trauma.Self-love is crucial, yet not everyone knows how to love themselves genuinely. So, how can someone begin the journey of self-love, especially if it feels elusive?John explains the benefits of having a spiritual mentor.How has John's perspective on faith or spirituality influenced his ability to cope with loss?What can people learn from John's book?And much more! 
    Connect with John Jarman!
    Website: https://brokenandredeemed.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-jarman-13907a226/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrokenRedeemedTwitter: https://twitter.com/broken_redeemedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_brokenredeemed/ 

    Please go to https://www.understanding grief.com to learn more about 12 Ways to Heal the Free ebook.
    You don't have to grieve alone, as a coach I can help support you. To discover how grief coaching can help you please book a FREE call with me

    To access your FREE resource 12 Ways to Heal https://www.understandinggrief.com
    Connect with me:
    Website: https://www.understandinggrief.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annedebutte
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reconnectfromgrief

    • 47 min
    Collin Kingsmill - Planned Passing

    Collin Kingsmill - Planned Passing

    On the show today, we’re going to be discussing a rather contentious, difficult topic, but it is one that Canada adopted. We’re going to be talking today about assisted suicide – and that’s when a person chooses their exit. How does the person’s decision affect their family? And how does their family cope with moving through the grief? These are just a few of the questions that we’ll be discussing with our guest today.
    We have Collin Kingsmill with us, and he’s willing to share his experience. Collin was a successful banker in Switzerland, where he lived with his family. And he’s since moved, leaving everything behind. He now resides on Canada’s east coast. He also is a successful transformational coach. And we’ll also be hearing how he made that switch!


    Here’s what we talk about:
    Understanding that suicide isn’t an easy topic to discuss.Collin’s mom having an exit plan prepared. She didn’t want to be a burden on anybody. And wanted to leave in a dignified fashion on her terms. How do these exit plans work?Collin’s experience of knowing the date and time of her mother’s meticulously planned passing.The effects of the loss on Collin’s life. The struggles that mean deal with when it comes to grief. It’s important to consider seeking professional help!And much more!

    Connect with Collin Kingsmill!
    Website: https://colinkingsmill.com/


    Connect with me!
    Website: https://www.understandinggrief.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.understandinggrief.com 
    Please go to https://www.understanding grief.com to learn more about 12 Ways to Heal the Free ebook.
    You don't have to grieve alone, as a coach I can help support you. To discover how grief coaching can help you please book a FREE call with me

    To access your FREE resource 12 Ways to Heal https://www.understandinggrief.com
    Connect with me:
    Website: https://www.understandinggrief.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annedebutte
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reconnectfromgrief

    • 50 min
    Dr. Gina Moffa - Therapists Deal with Losses Too

    Dr. Gina Moffa - Therapists Deal with Losses Too

    Today's topic is a particularly poignant one as we delve into the world of motherless daughters.

    Our special guest today is Dr. Gina Moffa, who is not only a licensed psychologist based in New York but has a grief and trauma-informed practice. She is also somebody who has personally experienced the loss of her mother. And this is certainly a club no one chooses to join. But it's important to shed light on the many challenges it can bring because it's not only the death itself, but it's many of the secondary losses.

    We'll also be diving into her new book that will be coming out, Moving On Doesn't Mean Letting Go: A Modern Guide to Navigating Loss.
     
    Here’s what we talk about:
    Grieving alone isn’t always a good idea. Grief needs support.Can writing books about personal experiences be cathartic?Gina’s story of her mother’s loss - a therapist’s perspective of loss is definitely unique!The tsunami of other losses and experiences that Gina experienced after her loss.The value of self-care, or, as Gina puts it, “survival care”, to the grieving journey.Managing your expectations when you’re in griefDefining trauma in the modern age. Grief is the language of the soul.And much more!Connect with Dr. Gina Moffa!
    Website: https://ginamoffa.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ginamoffalcsw/ Book: https://ginamoffa.com/the-book

    Please go to https://www.understanding grief.com to learn more about 12 Ways to Heal the Free ebook.
    You don't have to grieve alone, as a coach I can help support you. To discover how grief coaching can help you please book a FREE call with me

    To access your FREE resource 12 Ways to Heal https://www.understandinggrief.com
    Connect with me:
    Website: https://www.understandinggrief.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annedebutte
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reconnectfromgrief

    • 55 min
    Michelle Hord - Unthinkable Loss: Navigating the Uncharted Territory of Grief

    Michelle Hord - Unthinkable Loss: Navigating the Uncharted Territory of Grief

    Today’s episode is a difficult but very important one. It’s about coping with the loss of a child when the unthinkable occurs.   

    Our guest today is Michelle Hord, the author of a new book, The Other Side of Yet: Finding Light in the Midst of Darkness, in which she shares her journey of navigating the imaginable loss of her own daughter, Gabrielle.

    Michelle D. Hord is an inspirational speaker, author, and media executive. As the President of Hope Warrior, Inc., and former Vice President of Creative Content and Talent Management for NBCUniversal, Michelle has produced content for an esteemed list of television shows and developed strategic solutions for business and talent management needs. With experience from television control rooms to executive board rooms, she has worked with organizations such as ABC’s Good Morning America, the Oxygen Network, CBS News, and The Oprah Winfrey Show.

    A Legacy to Gabrielle
    Hord founded Gabrielle's Wings, Inc. in 2018, a nonprofit she created to honour her daughter Gabrielle Eileen, who was taken by tragedy at age seven. Gabrielle’s Wings is dedicated to giving children of colour from vulnerable communities the tools they need to soar above their circumstances and embodies every parent’s dream for their child to grow and thrive without limitations. Gabrielle’s Wings serves a global community of elementary-aged children through educational, recreational, and cultural engagement. To date, the organization has allocated more than $450,000 to projects with partners on three continents. 
     
    Here’s what we talk about:
    Carrying grief all throughout life. There’s no full closure. People always find a way to keep going.The tragic story of the loss of Gabrielle, Michelle’s daughter.How Michelle’s faith got stronger by going through this terrible nightmare. Her book’s effect on her healing process.And much more!Connect with Michelle D. Hord!
    Website: https://michelledhord.com/ | https://www.gabrielleswings.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdhord/

    Please go to https://www.understanding grief.com to learn more about 12 Ways to Heal the Free ebook.
    You don't have to grieve alone, as a coach I can help support you. To discover how grief coaching can help you please book a FREE call with me

    To access your FREE resource 12 Ways to Heal https://www.understandinggrief.com
    Connect with me:
    Website: https://www.understandinggrief.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annedebutte
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reconnectfromgrief

    • 49 min
    Donna Conley - How a Nightmare Turned Out to be Childhood Trauma

    Donna Conley - How a Nightmare Turned Out to be Childhood Trauma

    In today’s episode, we’ll be discussing the origins of unresolved grief in childhood trauma and the unique impact of sibling loss. We’ll dive into this topic, exploring how unresolved grief can manifest and how our guest worked through hers.

    Today, our guest is Donna Conley, who’s had a successful career in HR and is the author of a national bestseller called Wild Moon Healing. She’s an energy coach, amongst many other modalities, and she’s currently working towards her goal to become a full-time advocate for mental health.

    We know that these conversations aren’t easy, but they are indeed important. Our hope is that by sharing stories and insights, we can help those who are struggling with their own grief, feel less alone, and provide them with some practical tools for healing.
     
    Here’s what (or who) we talk about:
    Donna’s journey from HR to energy healing and the difference between trauma and grief. Being able to “choose” your emotions. It’s an incredible skill you could gain from energy work!Dealing with the loss of her brother and how her mom coped with her unfortunate loss. Donna’s nightmare turns out to have happened back in her childhood. Breathwork, trauma-informed meditation, and journaling. How can they help?And much more!Connect with Donna Conley!
    Website: https://www.wildmoonhealers.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/

    Please go to https://www.understanding grief.com to learn more about 12 Ways to Heal the Free ebook.
    You don't have to grieve alone, as a coach I can help support you. To discover how grief coaching can help you please book a FREE call with me

    To access your FREE resource 12 Ways to Heal https://www.understandinggrief.com
    Connect with me:
    Website: https://www.understandinggrief.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annedebutte
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reconnectfromgrief

    • 51 min

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