The Sacred Journey Through Grief

Susan Fuller
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Is it really possible to navigate a path through the dark night of grief and back into a life worth living?  I say definitely YES! Welcome to The Sacred Journey Through Grief Podcast with Susan Fuller, where I bring my background as a transpersonal psychotherapist and creativity coach to the world of grief.

  1. AUG 1

    My Raucous Widows: How Laughter Helps You Grieve

    Send us a text In this episode, I explore how laughter can be a surprising but powerful part of the grieving process. From personal stories to science-backed benefits, I show how humor offers moments of relief, connection, and even healing. Whether spontaneous or intentional, laughter has a place...even in our deepest sorrow. Topics Covered: • Why laughter can be a healthy and healing response to grief • Real-life stories of connection and release through humor • The science behind laughter’s impact on stress, sleep, and resilience The Sacred Journey Through Grief is available for download here: griefheals.com/journey Connect with Susan: Visit my website: griefheals.com Follow me on social media: YouTube: Grief Heals BlueSky: Grief Heals Facebook: Grief Heals Subscribe to the podcast for more episodes on navigating grief and rebuilding a life worth living. Mentioned in this Episode: Anatomy of an Illness by Norman Cousins Share Your Thoughts: Have you ever found yourself laughing in the midst of grief? What did it offer you in that moment? Share your thoughts on social media or email me at griefheals.com/contact.

    14 min

  2. JUN 11

    Breaking the Thought Loops of Grief

    Send us a text Many approaches to grief focus on your thoughts, but healing goes deeper. In this episode, I share practical ways to access your core beliefs, and why acceptance in grief isn’t passive…it’s a powerful, active choice. When you learn to work with what’s underneath the surface, your transition from active grief to rebuilding your life becomes joyously possible. Topics Covered: • How to recognize when thoughts are covering up deeper beliefs  • What it actually means to work with core beliefs in grief  • Why acceptance is not giving up…but stepping into your power The Sacred Journey Through Grief is available for download  here: griefheals.com/journey Connect with Susan: • Visit my website: griefheals.com • Follow me on social media: ◦ YouTube: Grief Heals ◦ BlueSky: Grief Heals ◦ Facebook: Grief Heals • Subscribe to the podcast for more episodes on navigating grief and rebuilding a life worth living. Mentioned In This Episode: The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci by Michael Gelb Share Your Thoughts: How would accepting your grief change your experience of it? Share your thoughts on social media or email me at griefheals.com/contact.

    17 min

  3. MAY 23

    Why Your Thoughts Aren’t the Real Problem

    Send us a text While grief stirs up all kinds of emotions, it also brings up a slew of uncomfortable and repetitive thoughts…but what if trying to “fix” those thoughts misses the deeper truth? In this episode, I explore the difference between thoughts and the powerful beliefs that live underneath them. And why therapies like CBT, DBT and ACT often miss the mark. Understanding this distinction between thoughts and beliefs can shift how you approach grief and open the door to true transformation. Topics Covered: • Why the common advice to change your thoughts misses the mark. • The difference between thoughts, thinking and core beliefs • How exploring beliefs rather than fixing thoughts, can move your grief forward The Sacred Journey Through Grief is available for download here: griefheals.com/journey Connect with Susan: • Visit my website: griefheals.com • Follow me on social media: ◦ YouTube: Grief Heals ◦ BlueSky: Grief Heals ◦ Facebook: Grief Heals • Subscribe to the podcast for more episodes on navigating grief and rebuilding a life worth living. Share Your Thoughts: What’s one belief that might be shaping how you’re experiencing your grief right now?  You can text me through the link above email me at griefheals.com/contact.

    12 min

  4. APR 22

    Wait...that's grief work?

    Send us a text You’ve probably heard the term “grief work” tossed around by counselors and coaches. But what does it really mean?  In this episode, I take a closer look at what grief work actually is, why it’s more than just “feeling your feelings,” and how it can guide you toward healing and transformation. Topics Covered: Why the term grief work feels vague (and why that matters)The deeper layers of grief beyond just emotions—how it touches your sense of self and beliefsA different way to think about grief work—as making grief consciousThe Sacred Journey Through Grief is available for download here: griefheals.com/journey Connect with Susan: • Visit my website: griefheals.com • Follow me on social media: YouTube: Grief HealsBlueSky: Grief HealsFacebook: Grief Heals• Subscribe to the podcast for more episodes on navigating grief and rebuilding a life worth living. Mentioned In This Episode The Wild Edge of Sorrow: Rituals of Renewal and the Sacred Work of Grief, Francis Weller, North Atlantic Books, 2015 Share Your Thoughts: Where in your grief journey have you noticed shifts in your sense of self or beliefs? Share your thoughts on social media or email me at griefheals.com/contact.

    18 min

  5. FEB 25

    It's More Than Just Sorting Through Their Belongings

    Send us a text Grieving is a process of sorting—sorting through memories, emotions, beliefs, as well as the physical belongings. But this sorting isn’t just about organizing; it’s about discovering who you are now and what truly matters moving forward. In this episode, I explore tips for emotionally preparing to go through their belongings, tips for actually going through their things, and the deep significance of sorting that calls on us to navigate a complex inner landscape.\ Topics Covered: Emotionally preparing for going through their belongings.Ideas for helping you actually go through their personal things.How sorting through your inner landscape prepares you for building the life you really want. The Sacred Journey Through Grief & Back Into Life is available for download here: griefheals.com/primer Connect with Susan: Visit my website: griefheals.comFollow me on social media:YouTube: Grief Heals BlueSky: Grief Heals Facebook: Grief HealsSubscribe to the podcast for more episodes on navigating grief and rebuilding a life worth living.Mentioned In This Episode The Sorting Stage of Transformation. Heroes Need Not Apply by Keri Mangus Share Your Thoughts: How have you experienced the ‘sorting’ process in your grief? Have you found that certain activities or quiet moments have helped you gain clarity? Share your thoughts on social media or email me at griefheals.com/contact.

    26 min

  6. 12/30/2024

    From Grief to Growth (Interview Part 3): Kid's Grief, COVID, Continuing Bonds, Giving Back

    Send us a text In this final episode of our interview, Deb Bedula and I continue the conversation on grief, healing, and the ripple effects of compassion and connection. We talk about supporting children, stabilizing parents, and embracing continuing bonds with those we've lost.  And though it’s getting a little better, we lament the lack of adequate grief education for counselors and coaches. Susan shares how she learned about grief and how to support the grieving which went way beyond her own personal experiences of grief.  Since Deb’s parents died during COVID, we talked about the impact of COVID on everyone who was grieving during that time. Topics Covered: The impact of a parent's grief on children and the importance of stabilization.How children's understanding of death evolves with age.The role of continuing bonds in healthy grief processes.Challenges during COVID-19 and the importance of social support and shared rituals..Encouraging small, meaningful acts to honor loved ones without pressure to "go big."The ripple effect of giving back and how loss can inspire transformative action Download The Sacred Journey Through Grief & Back Into Life  Connect with Susan: Visit my website: griefheals.comFollow me on social media:YouTube: Grief Heals BlueSky: Grief Heals Facebook: Grief HealsPinterest: Grief Heals  Subscribe to the podcast for more episodes on navigating grief and rebuilding a life worth living. Mentioned In This Episode Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl Share Your Thoughts: What resonated with you in this episode? How have you experienced the ripple effect of grief in your own life? Share your thoughts on social media or email me by going to https://griefheals.com/contact.

    31 min

  7. 12/17/2024

    From Grief to Growth (Interview Part 2): Language, Culture, and Trust in the World of Grief

    Send us a text In Part 2 of my conversation with Deb Bedula, we explore some of the less talked about aspects of grief…the words we use, the cultural traditions we come from, and the trust we build with others can all play a big role in how we experience and express grief. We talk about how language can be both comforting and hurtful, why men sometimes feel like they need to grieve in private, and how different communities have unique approaches to grieving. We also touch on why certain groups may feel reluctant to seek out formal grief support—and how creative expression through art and writing can be a meaningful outlet especially when words don’t feel right. Listen in as we explore: Words that connect vs. words that hurt The role of culture in grief Grieving as a man Finding trust in grief support Creative outlets in grief Whether you’re grieving yourself or supporting someone who is, I hope you’ll come away with a fresh perspective and some new ideas for navigating the grieving process. Resources The Framework: The Sacred Journey Through Grief & Back Into Life Contact Susan

    34 min

  8. 10/28/2024

    From Grief to Growth (Interview Part 1): Insights on Healing, Love, and Finding New Purpose

    Send us a text In this episode, I am interviewed by one of my former hospice bereavement clients, Deb Bedula.  We share our stories of death, grief and rebuilding meaningful and happy lives. Together, we explore the unique journey that grief entails, including insights into how we process loss, grow through self-reflection, and ultimately rebuild our lives in ways that honor our past and embrace the future. In this conversation we share… The crucial importance of time and space for healing. The differences between moving through grief and becoming stuck in it, How our past experiences, our capacity for self-reflection, and our support systems play a role in how we cope.How love lives on after a death.This conversation is a powerful reminder that growth, connection, and even joy can emerge through the Sacred Journey Through Grief. Many thanks to Deb for tracking me down and making this interview happen. This episode is part 1 of a 3 part interview. Resources The Framework: The Sacred Journey Through Grief & Back Into Life Inspiration of the Week Quote from https://www.sympathymessageideas.com/ Contact Susan

    28 min
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Is it really possible to navigate a path through the dark night of grief and back into a life worth living?  I say definitely YES! Welcome to The Sacred Journey Through Grief Podcast with Susan Fuller, where I bring my background as a transpersonal psychotherapist and creativity coach to the world of grief.

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  • Creator
    Susan Fuller
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    13
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    Explicit
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