Grief & Happiness

Emily Thiroux Threatt
Grief & Happiness

Aloha! Welcome to the Grief and Happiness podcast.  My name is Emily Thiroux Threatt, and I am your host. I am the author of Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief, The Grief and Happiness Handbook, and creator of Grief and Happiness Cards: Gentle Support for Dealing with Grief and Finding Happiness  My purpose with the Grief and Happiness Podcast is to demonstrate to people who are dealing with grief and loss that they can grieve and be happy at the same time. The wide variety of guests address the myriad of issues that arise with loss and the spectrum of how grief and happiness relate. After a loved one dies, often people say they will never be happy again. By covering thought-provoking topics like creativity, compassion, community, purpose, inner peace, strength, coping, surrendering, and resilience with authors, speakers, coaches, and friends, listeners find inspiration and confidence guiding them on their grief journey. Each week the podcast showcases an interview with an inspiring guest and an additional brief podcast with a message of support and comfort. Anyone dealing with grief or loss can come to the Grief and Happiness podcast to find comfort, support, love, and happiness. You are welcome here to learn ways to live your best life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    The Mind Is Lying to You: Rich Nisbet’s Powerful Technique to Rewrite Grief and Heal Yourself

    Discover a powerful technique to break free from the mind's false narratives, reframe loss, and uncover a path to healing that's entirely within your reach. In today's episode, I'm joined by Rich Nisbet, a multifaceted life coach, musician, and author whose journey began with a deep passion for music inspired by The Beatles. He performed, wrote, and recorded extensively, with one of his songs sampled on Kanye West's Grammy-nominated album Daytona. A pivotal moment in his twenties led him to explore spiritual philosophies and practices, ultimately transforming him into a dedicated coach and counselor for over 40 years. Throughout this episode, Rich offers profound insights into the metaphysical aspects of life and death, blending his decades of experience as a life coach with personal anecdotes. He emphasizes the transformative power of near-death experiences, telepathy, and out-of-body phenomena, advocating for a deeper understanding of our spiritual nature. Rich introduces his innovative "Achievements" coaching tools, designed to help people process grief and trauma independently. His compassionate storytelling, including examples of communicating with deceased loved ones and creating personalized end-of-life rituals, inspires listeners to embrace spiritual awareness as a means of healing and growth. Tune in to episode 300 of Grief and Happiness as Rich Nisbet shares his journey through music, metaphysics, and coaching, offering insights into grief, spiritual growth, and enduring connections beyond life. In This Episode, You Will Learn: The out-of-body experience that changed everything (1:06)Exploring intuition and metaphysical abilities (02:41)Communicating with deceased loved ones (04:40)The role of journaling in grief processing (05:38)Achievements: Tools for self-guided healing (07:59)Near-death experiences and spiritual awareness (10:29)The power of letters and communication at end of life (17:55)Signs from the deceased (23:55)Final reflections and stories of connection (26:14) Connect with Rich Nisbet: WebsiteFacebookLinkedInRich Nisbet’s “It’s the Question” Podcast Let's Connect: WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterPinterestThe Grief and Happiness AllianceBook: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
  2. 31/12/2024

    Grief Isn’t Just About Death: A U.S. Army Veteran on Heartbreak and Job Loss

    Discover the unexpected ways grief shapes our lives—from the heartbreak of job loss to the silent pain of broken relationships—and learn how to turn these struggles into stepping stones. In today's episode, I'm joined by Kimberly L. Byers, a veteran of the U.S. Army - where she served for over 28 years - grief coach and author. After facing the loss of her mother and several close relatives to cancer, Kimberly found herself battling profound grief and depression. Her journey through this pain led her to create a seven-step healing process, which she now shares to help others navigate their own losses. Throughout this episode, Kimberly opens up about her profound journey through grief, reflecting on the loss of her mother and several other loved ones, as well as the obstacles she faced in rebuilding her life. She recounts how journaling her experiences and creating a workbook helped her process her grief and ultimately find her purpose. Kimberly discusses how grief extends beyond the passing of dear ones, touching on experiences like job losses and broken relationships, and the struggle to rediscover one's identity during these transitions. She now dedicates herself to supporting others who are stuck in their grieving process, empowering them to redefine their lives. She also introduces strategies like setting positive intentions, vision boards, manifesting new opportunities, and embracing the healing power of writing.  In This Episode, You Will Learn: Kimberly's personal journey with grief (0:54)Expanding the definition of grief (2:19)Navigating compounded losses (3:25)Rebuilding purpose through grief (5:39)Setting intentions and manifesting change (12:10)The power of writing and journaling (16:09)Exploring dreams and taking chances (18:01)Defying traditional expectations and finding freedom (20:52)Resources and closing reflections (26:40) Connect with Kimberly L. Byers: WebsiteInstagramLinkedIn Let's Connect: WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterPinterestThe Grief and Happiness AllianceBook: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
  3. 24/12/2024

    A Surprising Cure for Stress and Grief: Kathy Strauss on Painting & Photography

    Kathy Strauss shares how painting, photography, and doodling became her lifeline during grief, offering powerful hacks to lower stress and find joy. In this episode, I'm joined by Kathy Strauss, a visionary artist and photographer who describes herself as a "creationeer," blending her artistic eye with a passion for storytelling to create meaningful connections through her work. She has published coloring books, contributed to collaborative works, and is currently writing her solo book, Kaleidoscope: Redesigning Your Life. Throughout this episode, we explore the transformative power of creativity in coping with grief and enhancing happiness. Kathy shares personal stories about using creative activities to process grief and stress, particularly during her late husband's illness. She highlights her workshops and teachings, which encourage participants to explore creativity for healing and inspiration. Through anecdotes about her work with clients and personal projects, she demonstrates how creativity can transform emotional pain into meaningful expression. Her perspective underscores the importance of patience, intention, and embracing creative processes for personal growth and happiness. Tune in to episode 296 of Grief and Happiness as Kathy Strauss shares her journey of caregiving, loss, and healing. Learn how painting, photography, and storytelling helped her find comfort and inspire others through the transformative power of art. In This Episode, You Will Learn: Becoming a creationeer: blending creativity and connection (1:07)Photography projects and meaningful stories (2:21)Lessons in patience and perspective through wildlife photography (6:25)Kaleidoscope of creativity: connecting nature, healing, and artistic inspiration (9:07)Coping with grief and transforming stress with creativity (14:12)Capturing inspiration and embracing ideas (22:16)The power of intention and creative exploration (23:46) Connect with Kathy Strauss: WebsiteFacebookInstagramPersonal Facebook Let's Connect: WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterPinterestThe Grief and Happiness AllianceBook: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min
  4. 17/12/2024

    My Wife Would Be So P****d If I Ruined My Life Because She Died’: How a Widow's Daily Poems Became a Lifeline of Healing and Connection

    What if grief could inspire healing? Dive into Michael Sudman’s deeply moving story of turning daily updates during his wife’s final days into a journal of love, grace, and purpose. In today's episode,  I'm joined by the Family Law Attorney and Writer Michael Sudman. Michael shares his journey of navigating grief and finding healing through writing after the loss of his wife, Cheryl. He reveals his deeply personal experience of losing his wife to pancreatic cancer and how that led him to embrace writing as a way to process grief and connect with others. Throughout this episode, Michael recounts how his wife Cheryl's battle with cancer, which lasted just 62 days after her diagnosis, inspired him to write daily updates for family and friends—updates that ultimately formed the basis of his book, A 62 Day Journey: Love, Light, and Grace. The book documents those updates and celebrates Cheryl's grace and strength during her final days. Michael discusses how writing became a crucial part of his healing process, leading to the creation of daily poems he shares with hundreds of people. His poetry, deeply influenced by gratitude and reflections on life, has expanded into a second collection, Inside My Insides: A Collection of Thoughts. He highlights the importance of community support, particularly the Grief and Happiness Alliance, which inspired much of his creative output. Tune in to episode 294 of Grief and Happiness to hear Michael's heartfelt journey of transforming his grief into a daily writing practice, creating profound connections and inspiring art that celebrates love, resilience, and healing. In This Episode, You Will Learn: A life-changing diagnosis (1:29)From daily updates to a published book (4:30)Writing as healing: Creating Today’s Thought (8:36)The power of gratitude and connection (12:03)Rainbows and the meaning of life’s scars (14:31)Cheryl’s story through Michael’s words and poems (18:05)Sharing inspiration: poetry and community (23:26)Closing Reflections and Encouragement (28:05) Connect with Michael Sudman: LinkedInBook: Michael Sudman - A 62-Day Journey: Love, Light, and Grace Let's Connect: WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterPinterestThe Grief and Happiness AllianceBook: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Aloha! Welcome to the Grief and Happiness podcast.  My name is Emily Thiroux Threatt, and I am your host. I am the author of Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief, The Grief and Happiness Handbook, and creator of Grief and Happiness Cards: Gentle Support for Dealing with Grief and Finding Happiness  My purpose with the Grief and Happiness Podcast is to demonstrate to people who are dealing with grief and loss that they can grieve and be happy at the same time. The wide variety of guests address the myriad of issues that arise with loss and the spectrum of how grief and happiness relate. After a loved one dies, often people say they will never be happy again. By covering thought-provoking topics like creativity, compassion, community, purpose, inner peace, strength, coping, surrendering, and resilience with authors, speakers, coaches, and friends, listeners find inspiration and confidence guiding them on their grief journey. Each week the podcast showcases an interview with an inspiring guest and an additional brief podcast with a message of support and comfort. Anyone dealing with grief or loss can come to the Grief and Happiness podcast to find comfort, support, love, and happiness. You are welcome here to learn ways to live your best life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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