The Dignity Lab

Dr. Jennifer Griggs
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Exploring what it means to live and lead with dignity at work, in our families, in our communities, and in the world.  What is dignity? How can we honor the dignity of others? And how can we repair and reclaim our dignity after harm? Tune in to hear stories about violations of dignity and ways in which we heal, forgive, and make choices about how we show up in a chaotic and fractured world. Hosted by physician and coach Jennifer Griggs.For more information on the podcast, please visit www.thedignitylab.com.  

  1. 1D AGO

    5 Reasons Not to Forgive

    Join the dialogue - text your questions, insights, and feedback to The Dignity Lab podcast. In this episode of The Dignity Lab, Jennifer discusses the complexities of forgiveness, outlining five reasons why it may not be the right time to forgive. She emphasizes the importance of understanding what forgiveness is not, clarifying misconceptions, and ultimately defining forgiveness and its alternatives as a personal journey towards emotional freedom. Takeaways It's too soon to forgive if you're still in acute pain. Being told to forgive can be counterproductive.Being attached to one’s victim identity can hinder forgiveness.Misconceptions about forgiveness can create barriers.Forgiveness does not mean forgetting or condoning harm.Forgiveness does not require an apology from the offender.Justice is an important aspect of healing.Forgiveness is a process, not a one-time event.Forgiveness is an inside job and personal work.Forgiveness is an invitation to emotional freedom. Exploring what it means to live and lead with dignity at work, in our families, in our communities, and in the world. What is dignity? How can we honor the dignity of others? And how can we repair and reclaim our dignity after harm? Tune in to hear stories about violations of dignity and ways in which we heal, forgive, and make choices about how we show up in a chaotic and fractured world. Hosted by physician and coach Jennifer Griggs. For more information on the podcast, please visit www.thedignitylab.com. For more information on podcast host Dr. Jennifer Griggs, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/. For additional free resources, including the periodic table of dignity elements, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/resources/. The Dignity Lab is an affiliate of Bookshop.org and will receive 10% of the purchase price when you click through and make a purchase. This supports our production and hosting costs. Bookshop.org doesn’t earn money off bookstore sales, all profits go to independent bookstores. We encourage our listeners to purchase books through Bookshop.org for this reason.

    10 min

  2. SEASON 5, EPISODE 1 TRAILER

    The Dignity Lab: Season 5 Trailer

    Join the dialogue - text your questions, insights, and feedback to The Dignity Lab podcast.  This season is for you if you’ve been hurt, and who hasn’t? It’s for you if healing feels complicated, unfinished, or unfair. It’s for you if you’ve ever been told to forgive before you were ready. In Season 5 of The Dignity Lab, we explore what it truly means to heal after violations of dignity. Drawing from years of experience leading teams, hosting forgiveness groups, and providing one-on-one forgiveness coaching, Dr. Jennifer Griggs shares what she’s learned about forgiveness, its alternatives, and the many paths toward healing. We’ll explore how dignity violations shape our inner lives, how power and harm complicate healing, and how we can reclaim our dignity without minimizing what we’ve endured.  In this season, we take a deeper look at: Whether forgiveness is necessary, optional, or even appropriate - and what actually happens when we choose it (or don’t)How emotions, needs, and the language we use shape healing after violations of dignityWays to reclaim dignity, tell your story differently, and foster positive emotions without excusing harmWhat comes next after harm: reconciliation, release, or something else entirely Exploring what it means to live and lead with dignity at work, in our families, in our communities, and in the world. What is dignity? How can we honor the dignity of others? And how can we repair and reclaim our dignity after harm? Tune in to hear stories about violations of dignity and ways in which we heal, forgive, and make choices about how we show up in a chaotic and fractured world. Hosted by physician and coach Jennifer Griggs. For more information on the podcast, please visit www.thedignitylab.com. For more information on podcast host Dr. Jennifer Griggs, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/. For additional free resources, including the periodic table of dignity elements, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/resources/. The Dignity Lab is an affiliate of Bookshop.org and will receive 10% of the purchase price when you click through and make a purchase. This supports our production and hosting costs. Bookshop.org doesn’t earn money off bookstore sales, all profits go to independent bookstores. We encourage our listeners to purchase books through Bookshop.org for this reason.

    3 min

  3. 11/13/2025

    Start Here: Dignity from Definition to Reclamation

    Join the dialogue - text your questions, insights, and feedback to The Dignity Lab podcast. This episode is for you if you want a comprehensive overview of dignity, exploring its definition, elements, and the impact of power dynamics on dignity violations. It’s for you if you’re a leader. It’s for you if you’ve been hurt, and who hasn’t? We discuss the vulnerability of dignity, how trauma and shame relate to dignity violations, and offer insights on reclaiming dignity after harm. We expand dignity to encompass “next level dignity,” broader implications of dignity for future generations and the earth. Takeaways Dignity is inherent and does not need to be earned.Dignity can be violated by anyone in our lives.Power dynamics significantly affect how dignity is experienced and violated.As leaders, we need to be aware of the impact of our actions on others.Trauma stems from repeated dignity violations, and shame is a common response to those dignity violations.Reclaiming dignity involves recognizing our inherent worth.Setting boundaries is crucial for restoring dignity.Self-compassion helps in the process of reclaiming dignity.We can shift from a victim mindset to one of agency by making commitments to ourselves.Next level dignity extends to future generations and the earth. Exploring what it means to live and lead with dignity at work, in our families, in our communities, and in the world. What is dignity? How can we honor the dignity of others? And how can we repair and reclaim our dignity after harm? Tune in to hear stories about violations of dignity and ways in which we heal, forgive, and make choices about how we show up in a chaotic and fractured world. Hosted by physician and coach Jennifer Griggs. For more information on the podcast, please visit www.thedignitylab.com. For more information on podcast host Dr. Jennifer Griggs, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/. For additional free resources, including the periodic table of dignity elements, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/resources/. The Dignity Lab is an affiliate of Bookshop.org and will receive 10% of the purchase price when you click through and make a purchase. This supports our production and hosting costs. Bookshop.org doesn’t earn money off bookstore sales, all profits go to independent bookstores. We encourage our listeners to purchase books through Bookshop.org for this reason.

    27 min

  4. 03/18/2025 · BONUS

    A Dose of Hope with Megan Albertson

    Join the dialogue - text your questions, insights, and feedback to The Dignity Lab podcast. Episode Resources: Dignity & Social Justice with Megan AlbertsonMegan Albertson on LinkedIn Exploring what it means to live and lead with dignity at work, in our families, in our communities, and in the world. What is dignity? How can we honor the dignity of others? And how can we repair and reclaim our dignity after harm? Tune in to hear stories about violations of dignity and ways in which we heal, forgive, and make choices about how we show up in a chaotic and fractured world. Hosted by physician and coach Jennifer Griggs. For more information on the podcast, please visit www.thedignitylab.com. For more information on podcast host Dr. Jennifer Griggs, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/. For additional free resources, including the periodic table of dignity elements, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/resources/. The Dignity Lab is an affiliate of Bookshop.org and will receive 10% of the purchase price when you click through and make a purchase. This supports our production and hosting costs. Bookshop.org doesn’t earn money off bookstore sales, all profits go to independent bookstores. We encourage our listeners to purchase books through Bookshop.org for this reason.

    2 min

  5. 01/26/2025

    The Dignity of Accountability with Michelle Bernabe

    Join the dialogue - text your questions, insights, and feedback to The Dignity Lab podcast. In this conversation, Michelle Bernabe shares her journey from being a Columbia-trained nurse to her experiences in psychiatric emergency rooms and prisons. She emphasizes the importance of dignity in healthcare, the need for accountability in relationships, and the implications of cancel culture. Michelle discusses how moral health is intertwined with physical health and the necessity of community for healing. She advocates for a contemplative approach to understanding one's role in accountability and the importance of learning these processes to foster healthier relationships and societies. ResourcesMichelle Bernabe on LinkedInMoral HealthWe Will Not Cancel Us by adrienne marie brown32BJ Health FundThe Dignity Lab: Restorative Justice with Dan GreenTakeaways Michelle's journey into nursing was shaped by her experiences in psychiatric emergency rooms.Dignity in healthcare is crucial for both patients and providers.Accountability is more than just saying sorry; it involves taking steps to prevent harm.Shame can be a teacher and lead to personal growth.The healthcare system often lacks accountability, affecting patient care.Cancel culture can be seen as a form of exile, lacking rehabilitation.Community is essential for health and healing.Moral health impacts physical health; accountability is fundamental.Individuals must engage in self-reflection to understand their role in accountability.Learning accountability processes is vital for personal and societal growth. Exploring what it means to live and lead with dignity at work, in our families, in our communities, and in the world. What is dignity? How can we honor the dignity of others? And how can we repair and reclaim our dignity after harm? Tune in to hear stories about violations of dignity and ways in which we heal, forgive, and make choices about how we show up in a chaotic and fractured world. Hosted by physician and coach Jennifer Griggs. For more information on the podcast, please visit www.thedignitylab.com. For more information on podcast host Dr. Jennifer Griggs, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/. For additional free resources, including the periodic table of dignity elements, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/resources/. The Dignity Lab is an affiliate of Bookshop.org and will receive 10% of the purchase price when you click through and make a purchase. This supports our production and hosting costs. Bookshop.org doesn’t earn money off bookstore sales, all profits go to independent bookstores. We encourage our listeners to purchase books through Bookshop.org for this reason.

    32 min

  6. 01/12/2025 · BONUS

    Revisit: Dignity & Social Justice with Megan Albertson

    Join the dialogue - text your questions, insights, and feedback to The Dignity Lab podcast. In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Griggs speaks with Megan Albertson, the director of the Jackson Care Hub in Jackson, Michigan. They discuss the work being done in Jackson to create a more just and equitable healthcare system. Megan emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing disparities in healthcare, as well as the need to move beyond charity and focus on systemic change. They also explore the role of love in the work and the ingredients needed for societal transformation. Overall, the conversation highlights the power of community and the potential for positive change. Guest Contact More information about the Jackson Care HubViral Podcast with Linsey Grove and Megan AlbertsonEpisode Resources Allow Me to Retort: A Black Guy's Guide to the Constitution by Elie MystalSocial Justice for the Sensitive Soul by Dorcas Cheng-TozunThe Eating Instinct by Virginia Sole-SmithIce by Amy Brady Whalefall by Daniel KraussChapters 00:00 Introduction 01:01 The Work in Jackson, Michigan 06:15 Understanding Equity and Disparities 07:09 Counting and Measuring Needs 09:04 Moving Beyond Charity 11:39 The Limitations of Helping 13:28 Critiquing Systems, Not Individuals 21:37 The Role of Love in the Work 25:21 Ingredients of Transformation 27:13 Sustaining Joy in a Challenging World 29:09 One Wish for Listeners 35:22 What's Lighting You Up 40:09 Conclusion Exploring what it means to live and lead with dignity at work, in our families, in our communities, and in the world. What is dignity? How can we honor the dignity of others? And how can we repair and reclaim our dignity after harm? Tune in to hear stories about violations of dignity and ways in which we heal, forgive, and make choices about how we show up in a chaotic and fractured world. Hosted by physician and coach Jennifer Griggs. For more information on the podcast, please visit www.thedignitylab.com. For more information on podcast host Dr. Jennifer Griggs, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/. For additional free resources, including the periodic table of dignity elements, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/resources/. The Dignity Lab is an affiliate of Bookshop.org and will receive 10% of the purchase price when you click through and make a purchase. This supports our production and hosting costs. Bookshop.org doesn’t earn money off bookstore sales, all profits go to independent bookstores. We encourage our listeners to purchase books through Bookshop.org for this reason.

    43 min

  7. 01/06/2025 · BONUS

    Bonus: Meditation - Calling Back Your Hawk

    Join the dialogue - text your questions, insights, and feedback to The Dignity Lab podcast. In this bonus episode of The Dignity Lab, join us for a guided visualization that takes you to the top of a mountain, where you’ll call back a hawk as a symbol of reclaiming your dignity. This sensory meditation is perfect for grounding yourself, finding perspective, and reconnecting with yourself and your inherent worth. Take a deep breath, settle in, and let this calming journey guide you toward renewed energy. Takeaways The hawk symbolizes reclaiming your sense of dignity and self-worth.The meditation offers a peaceful moment to ground yourself and gain clarity.Engage your senses to reconnect with yourself and your inherent value.This journey inspires a sense of renewal and empowerment to carry forward. Exploring what it means to live and lead with dignity at work, in our families, in our communities, and in the world. What is dignity? How can we honor the dignity of others? And how can we repair and reclaim our dignity after harm? Tune in to hear stories about violations of dignity and ways in which we heal, forgive, and make choices about how we show up in a chaotic and fractured world. Hosted by physician and coach Jennifer Griggs. For more information on the podcast, please visit www.thedignitylab.com. For more information on podcast host Dr. Jennifer Griggs, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/. For additional free resources, including the periodic table of dignity elements, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/resources/. The Dignity Lab is an affiliate of Bookshop.org and will receive 10% of the purchase price when you click through and make a purchase. This supports our production and hosting costs. Bookshop.org doesn’t earn money off bookstore sales, all profits go to independent bookstores. We encourage our listeners to purchase books through Bookshop.org for this reason.

    10 min

  8. 01/05/2025

    Dose of Dignity: Active, Deep, and Radical - The Dignity of Listening

    Join the dialogue - text your questions, insights, and feedback to The Dignity Lab podcast. In this episode of the Dignity Lab, Jennifer explores the relationship between dignity and listening. She discusses various listening approaches, including active, deep, and radical listening, and highlights the importance of emotions and of empathy in communication. Jennifer identifies common empathy blockers that hinder effective listening and offers practical strategies to practice being a better listener. The episode concludes with an invitation to join an online event aimed at improving listening abilities in a supportive environment. Resources Non-Violent Communication: A Language of Life by Marshall RosenbergActive Listening by Richard Evans Farson and Carl R. RogersSupercommunicators: How to Understand the Secret Language of Connection by Charles DuhiggDeep Listening podcastTakeaways Listening is one way to honor dignity.Active listening involves fully attuning to the speaker's feelings.Deep listening requires self-reflection and vulnerability.Radical listening allows for authentic communication without preconceived notions.Empathy blockers can erode trust and violate dignity.Practicing listening can lead to deeper relationships.Pausing before responding can enhance understanding.Noticing body language is crucial in conversations.Group listening helps in hearing collective voices.Listening is a skill that can be developed over time. Exploring what it means to live and lead with dignity at work, in our families, in our communities, and in the world. What is dignity? How can we honor the dignity of others? And how can we repair and reclaim our dignity after harm? Tune in to hear stories about violations of dignity and ways in which we heal, forgive, and make choices about how we show up in a chaotic and fractured world. Hosted by physician and coach Jennifer Griggs. For more information on the podcast, please visit www.thedignitylab.com. For more information on podcast host Dr. Jennifer Griggs, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/. For additional free resources, including the periodic table of dignity elements, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/resources/. The Dignity Lab is an affiliate of Bookshop.org and will receive 10% of the purchase price when you click through and make a purchase. This supports our production and hosting costs. Bookshop.org doesn’t earn money off bookstore sales, all profits go to independent bookstores. We encourage our listeners to purchase books through Bookshop.org for this reason.

    19 min
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Exploring what it means to live and lead with dignity at work, in our families, in our communities, and in the world.  What is dignity? How can we honor the dignity of others? And how can we repair and reclaim our dignity after harm? Tune in to hear stories about violations of dignity and ways in which we heal, forgive, and make choices about how we show up in a chaotic and fractured world. Hosted by physician and coach Jennifer Griggs.For more information on the podcast, please visit www.thedignitylab.com.  

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  • Creator
    Dr. Jennifer Griggs
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
    Clean
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