As I Live and Grieve®

Challenging the Five Stages: New Perspectives on Grief with Dr. Terri Daniel

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Let's shake up the world of grief theory! Ever wondered why the traditional five stages of grief don't seem to fit your ow...

Dealing with Grief: Sound Healing Insights, with Lana Ryder

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!We're taking you on a profound journey, a deep exploration into the power of sound healing with our special guest, Lana Ryder. ...

Bridging Worlds: Dreams, Oracle Readings and the Afterlife with Liz Peterson

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Have you ever wondered about the mysteries of the spirit world and psychic abilities? Join us for an enlightening conversation with ...

Sound Healing, with Barb McIntosh

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!What if the symphony of healing vibrations could alleviate not only physical but emotional distress? Get ready to journey into the m...

Grief Paralysis & Peregrines, with Henry-Cameron Allen

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:We talk about feeling paralyzed by our grief, so today I chat a bit more about this feeling with Henry-Cameron Allen, who ha...

Sound Healing, with Rich Goodhart

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Sound healing has piqued my curiosity for quite some time now, but it has proven difficult to find someone I felt had enough...

Who We Lost, with Martha Greenwald

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:For some, the pandemic is but a distant memory - yet for others it is part of their lives forever, a time when they lost som...

Grief and Young Adults, with John David Anderson

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Tweens and teens can have a difficult time with grief as they understand the concept of loss, but have many questions about ...

The Chrysalis Effect, with Dorian Johnson

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:In addition to posing a new concept of grief, we use the analogy of a caterpillar in its cocoon, or chrysalis. Just as the c...

Guilt and Grief, with Marie Scott

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Is there a time in your grief where you have felt guilty? Guilty for a decision you made or didn't make? Guilty because...

Birds of a Feather, with Tom and Ellen

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:It's no secret that discussing grief with children is often awkward and heart-wrenching, so much so that we turn to boo...

A Break from Grief - My Story

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:It’s my turn to speak - to tell my story in one piece instead a comment here and there. It’s also my turn to let you, th...

Surviving Grief, with Gary Sturgis

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:With the loss of a loved one, a person feels blindsided, devastated and often very alone, as it appears others around them j...

Generations of Grief, with Andre Roupp

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:We've talked before about how you pass someone at the mall or grocery store that might be grieving, but we can't t...

The Collaborative Beauty of Grief, with Dorian Johnson

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:What is your first thought if someone suggested there was beauty to be found in our grief? I'm a lifelong skeptic, so I...

The Suicide Club, with Alexandra Wyman

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Suicide has a stigma for grievers that only adds to the already horrifying burden. A sense of guilt, shame, and disgrace we ...

A Gift for Those Who Will Grieve

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Every so often you hear or see a commercial reminding you to put your affairs in order for your personal end of life so your...

Is Grief a Diagnosis of Mental Illness? with Marj Smith

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:A recent change in the mental health field has upset therapists and grievers alike, as one type of grief was recently tagged...

A Grief Coach on Grief

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Join our conversation today as Cindy Burns offers her insight on grief.  She lost her husband 10 years, to the exact day, t...

Continuing Bonds Through Grief, with Dave Roberts

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:It's so hard to let go when we lose someone, so don't feel you have to. Dave Roberts shares how he was able to rem...

Make Your Path in Grief, with Suzanne Anderson

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:We have established that we each walk our own grief journey, different than others, yet with numerous similarities. We can g...

The Myths and Lies of Grief, with Gary Roe

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:So much free advice and guidance can be offered to us as we grieve. It is important, therefore, to be able to decide what mi...

Open Your Heart in Grief, with Kimberly Brown

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:In grief we tend to shrink within ourselves at times, a form of protection. Kimberly Brown offers thoughts and tips instead ...

Grief Ally, with Aly Bird

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Grief is best understood by personal experience. That explains why supporters who have yet to experience it feel awkward, co...

Men, Grief and Growth, with John Lewis

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:As women, we can't always understand why grief is different for men. John Lewis offers insight into how and what men fe...

Music to Soothe the Savage Grief, with Greg Halpen

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Music is said to calm us at times, and at other times it can make us scream along with the lyrics. How about using music to ...

Self Care and Grief, with John Polo

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:He's baaack! John returns to chat about taking care of ourselves while grieving. He offers a unique perspective about o...

Friend Grief, with Victoria Noe

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:With the pandemic mostly behind us, thoughts of those we lost remain. Victoria Noe realized the loss of numerous friends and...

What Not to Say to Someone Grieving

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:One of our favorite guests returns today, John Polo, along with Carolyn Gower. They have launched a brand new book, The Stup...

Rearranged, Never the Same-with Deva Joy Gouss

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Loss creates a hole in our lives. We tend to look for that loss to heal, for the wound to close, for the hole to be replaced...

A Community for Widows, with Melissa Pierce

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Is it possible to thrive after you lose someone you love? Perhaps not right away, but I (Kathy) can speak for myself and tel...

Meditation, Chinese Medicine and Grieving, with Josephine Spilka

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:There is little our current healthcare system can offer us in the way of relief  from symptoms of grief. We have occasional...

New Way to Grieve, with Paulette Kranjac

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Books and methodology about grieving is growing more popular, with a trend of moving from grief to hope, redefining our live...

This is Why, with Bryan Jung

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:As we move through our grief, we realize support is likely the most needed resource. Occasionally we find a way to create a ...

Strategic Financial Moves for Widows in 2023, with Stacy Francis

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:We are delighted to have Stacy Francis return for this episode. She always has terrific advice regarding our finances and to...

Spirituality and Grief with Dr. Tomas Garza

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Dr. Tomas Garza joins us today in a discussion about spirituality, meditation and grief. The practice of meditation is one t...

Death is Natural, with Dr. Heather Browne

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:We have established that Grief and Death are not easy topics. Yet they should be, as they are both natural aspects of our li...

Surviving Spouse/Partner Suicide, with Michelle Ann Collins

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:It's one thing to lose your partner in death, but a whole layer of complexity, pain, anger and sometimes even guilt com...

Death Nesting with Anne-Marie Keppel

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:The title of death doula may not be familiar to many of us, yet the presence of one may be invaluable as a loved one transit...

What's Your Grief? with Litsa Williams

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:It is our goal to find ideas, modalities and resources to help those grieving. In this episode, we chat with Litsa Williams,...

Loss During Pregnancy, with Elyse Falzone

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:People so often underestimate the devastation caused by losing a child during pregnancy. They do not understand the complexi...

Grief as a Chrysalis, with Meg Nocero

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:What a beautiful analogy it might be to consider our grief as a chrysalis surrounding us, in some ways isolating, in others ...

A Series of Surrenders, with Debra Driscoll

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Our grief can take many shapes as we work through it, cope with the numerous symptoms and emotions. Sometimes we take care o...

Men Grieve Differently, with Tony Lynch

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Sometimes we, as women, are so lost in our own grief that we lose sight of the fact that the men in our lives are also griev...

Sit, Stay, Heal - with Dr. Renee Alsarraf

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:As we grieve, how do you view your furry friend - as a responsibility and a chore OR a source of comfort and support? Dr Ren...

Widow's Search for Love, with Debbie Weiss

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:If the thought of putting yourself back out there to find a new love, not as a replacement, but because you know you aren&ap...

Grief 2 Hope, with Hope Reger

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Grief 2 Hope is, according to the cover, "A mother's memoir of devastation to determination." Hope Reger is p...

Managing Childhood Grief, with Katie Lear

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:We've talked about helping children who are grieving, but Katie Lear adds activities and play to her therapy modalities...

Holiday Grief, with Alexandra Maas

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Holiday season is upon us and adds a complexity to our grief. Whether it be memories that trigger a resurgence of grief symp...

Heartbreak to Hope, with Kara Bowman

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Words are important and sometimes can settle your emotions. Likewise, they can add to the intensity. However, words don&apos...

National Alliance for Children's Grief, with Adam Carter

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Broaching the topic of Death with children can be difficult. Knowing the right words to say, when to say them may cause some...

Green Burial Options, with Matthew Marini

16 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Are you deciding where to place your loved one’s ashes? Or perhaps you are making your end of life plan to lessen the burd...

Anticipatory Grief - Future Widow, with Jenny Lisk

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:If you are a widowed parent, you need to listen to this episode - you will definitely benefit from it. For others, it is qui...

Grieving a Child, with Gary Roe

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:We believe it was never intended for a parent to have to grieve the loss of a child. Regardless of age, our children remain ...

Sip Some Tea in Your Grief, with Rachel Tenpenny

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:There is some comfort to be found sipping a cup of tea, or just in feeling the warmth as you hold the cup in your hands. Lis...

Grief and Pet Loss, with Coleen Ellis

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Again, we chat about how deeply grief impacts us when our loss is a loving furry child. Coleen has spent decades working wit...

From Grief to Joy, with Susan Hayes

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:It's certainly not easy to move through grief, but when we hear of someone who has reached a point of happiness we ofte...

Sound Healing for Grief, With David Gibson

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Science has proven that sound or vibration has an impact on substance. Sound Healing employs conscious use of the energy of ...

The Five Gates of Grief

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Listen in as we consider a different perspective on Grief with Patricia Jones and John Moir - a perspective presented by Fra...

Dating a Widow, with John Polo

23 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:So, you've decided you are ready to put yourself out there, or maybe you are already in love again after losing your sp...

Steven Machat on Grief

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Steven Machat is described as an entertainment mogul, also known for his metaphysical knowledge. Listen in as he shares his ...

Financial Matters and Grief, with Stacy Francis

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:We hardly have time to process our loss and the funeral before dealing with the reality of financial paperwork and details. ...

Ease Grief Symptoms with Crystals, with Elyse Falzone

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Elyse is back to share which crystals might ease some of our symptoms of grief - sadness, anxiety, need to connect with our ...

The Importance of Support in Grief, with Dr. Marianne Trent

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:When in need, we typically look to our inner circle of family and friends for support, but grief is fickle, sometimes making...

Dating During/After/InSpiteOf Grief, John Polo

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:At some point, the thought 'should I date,' or something like that, arises in our grief. Maybe it is our family or...

Shamanic Perspective on Grief

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Join us today as Patricia Jones and John Moir offer insight into the Shamanic perspective on grief. Often associated with in...

Grief in So Many Words, with John Roedel

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:In grief, we sometimes turn to books, looking for just the right words or phrases that echo our feelings.  While you may no...

Anticipatory Grief, with Kasey Perkins

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Is grief made easier when you have time before a death, knowing it is coming? Listen in and draw your own conclusion as we c...

Heaven’s Bell, with Sherrie Barch

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:New to the list of books for the middle-school age level is Heaven’s Bell, by Sherrie Barch, Sherrie introduces an easily ...

Legacy of Love, with Cindy Mich

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:When we lose someone it is natural to dwell on memories. Our guest, Cindy Mich, has opted to create a legacy using her exper...

Love, Dad, with Michael Anthony

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Today’s episode is one everyone will enjoy. Mike tells his experience of hearing from his father after his father died. Sk...

Grief from the Buddhist Perspective

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Deborah Eden Tull, or Eden as she prefers to be called, spent numerous years as a Buddhist monastic. She relates that one of...

Grief and Self-Care, with Alexandra Maas

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Listen in as we speak with Alexandra Maas, from the Netherlands, about the importance of self-care while grieving.Notes:Alex...

Grief Camp for Kids-Camp Heartstrings/Camp Dreams

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:A wonderful resource exists in the Rochester, NY area — Camp Heartstrings/Camp Dreams. Listen in as Michele Allman of UR M...

Journal to Overcome Grief, with Latisha Porter

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Journaling is one of the top three recommendations offered by bereavement specialists and therapists alike. Join us today as...

Crystals May Help Grief Symptoms, with Elyse Falzone

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:When the symptoms of grief hit us, we would do most anything for relief. This week we are exploring the use of crystals for ...

Grief Rants, Raves and Random, with John Polo

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:John Polo has captured thoughts in his book, Widowed. Rants, Raves and Random, that most of us feel but are reluctant to utt...

Sibling Grief in Early Childhood, with Michele Benyo

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Losing a sibling is devasting at any age, but when our children are small it adds complexity that challenges the entire fami...

Grief and Intuition, with Ada May Brown

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Our favorite psychic medium returns to chat about intuition. Many of us eagerly await signs from our loved ones, some smile ...

Nitty Gritty Grief, with Marj Smith

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary Notes:After calling hours are over and those priority tasks are completed, a series of choices arise:  should I remove my w...

First Year of Grief Club, with Addison Brasil

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:"Just to the left of death," are the words used by Addison Brasil to describe his experience with grief. Join us t...

STUGs and Your Grief Journey

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Have you ever been moving through your day, comfortable, doing just fine, only to be suddenly blindsided by emotions, memori...

Grief - From Pain to Growth, with Edy Nathan

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!SummaryIn Grief we experience severe pain of loss, whether due to a death or other loss in life. Listen in today as our guest, Edy N...

Make Lasting Memories in Your Grief

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Join Kathy and Stephanie as they chat about some ideas to create lasting memories of your loved ones. Called "forget-me...

The Dreaded Tasks of Grief

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Marjorie Smith, LCSW, visits with us again today to tell us how we should handle those "dreaded" tasks of our grief journe...

Your Brain on Grief, with Dr. Mary Frances O'Connor

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Have you wondered why death of someone we love is so hard to believe, and then to accept? Listen in - listen for the analogy...

Grief is a Wilderness, with Dawn Murphy

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Our concept of grief changes completely once we experience it. It can be difficult to find the right words to describe it to...

The Harsh Reality of Grief, with Chelsea Ohlemiller

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Today's guest, Chelsea Ohlemiller, speaks to us today about her personal journey after the death of her mother in 2017....

SBNR Perspective and Grief, With Dr. Terri Daniel

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!SUMMARY:Dr. Terri Daniel returns to share more information on how religion and spirituality differ, and delves into the perspective ...

Retrospective

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Join us today as we look back at some of our previous topics, offer thoughts from our own use of some of these concepts, and...

Grief in a World Gone Mad, with Gary Roe

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Join us as Gary Roe’s guides us through this world gone mad. His new book, Hope in a World Gone Mad, is on the shelves and...

More About Grief, Ghosts and Spirits, with Ada May Brown

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:We delve deeper into our connections with those departed. Ada May's casual style allows easy conversation and her candi...

Imaginal Psychology and Grief

04 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Today Dr. Linda Shanti shares her background of Imaginal Psychology and explains this modality for our grief. You may want t...

Recognizing Grief, with Julie Hall

28 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Wouldn't it be nice if we could know someone is grieving? In today's conversation we learn a bit more about grief ...

Hardcore Grief Recovery with Steve Case

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:When we grieve, we often are recipients of platitudes that we perceive as empty, meaningless and sometimes even cruel. Even ...

Re-Release - 8 Tips to Handle Holiday Grief, with Gary Roe

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary One of our favorite episodes, with excellent tips for managing the upcoming holidays as you grieve. Our guest is Gary Roe, ...

Grief Self-Care with Yoga

07 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Self-care is vital when you are grieving. Today we chat with Lizz Ortolani about yoga and its benefits. Whether grief or jus...

Sibling Grief, a Personal Journey

30 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:The relationship between siblings can often be dynamic and filled with ups and downs. Yet to lose a sibling through death, e...

Life After Losses, Twice Widowed - with James LaVeck

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:Losing a spouse is devastating, losing two is, for many, incomprehensible. Shifting roles in parenting, maintaining routine ...

Infant Loss from a Young Priest's Perspective

16 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us some LOVE!Summary:It is routine for a priest to face grief within their congregation, yet quite another to face the devastating grief that com...