As I Live and Grieve
It’s time for grief to come out of the basement, or wherever we have stuffed it to avoid talking about it. When you suffer a loss you need support, comfort, and a safe place to heal. What you are experiencing is painful but normal, unique but similar, surreal but very, very real. As grief advocates we understand and want to provide support, knowledge and comfort as you continue to live and grieve. Host, Kathy Gleason; Producer, Kelly Keck. www.asiliveandgrieve.com
Episodes
201 episodes
The Fine Art of Grieving
Can art heal the deepest wounds of our hearts? In this powerful episode, we bring you the moving story of Jane Edberg, an accomplished artist and former art educator, who has navigated the unthinkable grief of losing her 19-year-old son through...
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36:08
Tell Your Stories
Have you ever wondered how storytelling can be a powerful tool for healing and connection? Join us as we chat with Diane Wyzga, a woman whose extraordinary journey from US Navy nurse to litigation consultant, and eventually to podcast creator a...
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30:06
Grief and TBI
What if life's most daunting challenges could be transformed into a source of profound strength and purpose? Listen in as we chat with Naomi Riley, a consultant and advisor whose story of resilience will leave you inspired. Diagnosed with juven...
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28:33
Finding Meaning and Purpose
How does one find purpose after devastating loss? We sit down with Kjell Phillips as he shares his heart-wrenching yet inspiring journey of transformation after the profound losses of his mentor, Vince Kramer. Kjell's move from California to Co...
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Breath Taking
Ever wondered how to redefine joy amidst profound loss? Join us in a moving conversation as we welcome Jessica Fein, the author of "Breathtaking: A Memoir of Family, Dreams, and Broken Genes." Jessica takes us through her family's heartre...
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A Hospice Chaplain's Perspective
Ever wondered how simple acts of kindness can bring peace to someone in their final moments? Join us in this heartfelt episode featuring John Wenderlein, a dedicated hospice chaplain who shares his unique journey from seminary to the profound w...
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Letters to Zachary
What happens when the dreams you had for your children are replaced by unexpected medical challenges? Meet Jason Tuttle, a devoted father whose life took a turn with a rare diagnosis in his son, Eagle-Barrett syndrome. Jason opens up about the ...
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Waving GoodBye, with Warren Kozak
Our guest today is Warren Kozak, who shares his deeply moving journey through grief following the death of his beloved wife, Lisa. From the joyous early years of building a family to the difficult periods of Lisa's illness and eventual passing ...
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Never the Same Again
Have you ever wondered why some losses hit harder than others, and how we can truly process the grief that follows? Join us as we explore profound questions with Dr. Natasha Trujillo, a counseling and sports psychologist, who shares her unique ...
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Creating a Comeback Story
What happens when a life of success and achievement is abruptly halted by illness and loss? Join me as I chat with Holly Bertone, a holistic health coach specializing in midlife wellness for women. Holly shares her compelling journey from the h...
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Our Forever Ben
How do you connect with a loved one after they've passed away? Join us as we welcome back Jamie Lee Silver, our Afterlife Correspondence Coach, who bravely shares the heart-wrenching and inspiring story of her son Ben. Ben was a brilliant runne...
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My Husband is Not a Rainbow
What if humor could help you navigate the darkest times of your life? Join us as we sit down with Kelley Lynn, a remarkable woman who went from being an aspiring actress and comedian to a widow, and turned her grief into a powerful tool for hea...
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35:52
The Wilderness Grief of COVID Loss
When life hands us the unimaginable, the journey through the wilderness of grief can feel insurmountable. Jocelyn joins us today to share her personal experiences, marked by the devastating loss of friends and the heartbreak of losing both her ...
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Grief Cannot Be Avoided
When Lainne Love, a spiritual psychology coach and author, shares her journey of loss, full of complexities of addiction and homelessness. We unwrap the layers of grief, navigating through the raw truths of emotions. Her candid revelations se...
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Grief and Gratitude with EFT
They say time heals all wounds, but the pain of losing a child is a chasm that can seem insurmountable. Jamie Lee Silver joins us, courageously opening up about her son's passing just shy of his 22nd birthday. Today we navigate the often avoide...
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Together for Sharon
Caring for a loved one with Parkinson's disease can be a life-altering voyage that many of us will never fully understand—unless we've walked that path ourselves. Dr. George Ackerman joins us to share the deeply personal narrative of his mother...
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The Grief of Divorce
Feeling adrift in the aftermath of a divorce? Healing takes center stage as we welcome Cindy Edington. Together, we acknowledge the duality of grief—mourning a lost loved, or facing the finality of a marriage. Through Cindy's holistic approach,...
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Captain Grief
When Kelly Wilk lost her father at 19 and later her spouse, while raising a young child, her life was irrevocably changed. Today, we sit down with this remarkable artist and healer to talk about her journey through grief and the extraordinary w...
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37:48
Soulmate Dog
Have you ever wondered if your pet could be more than just a furry companion, but a soulmate? Michelle Slater, author of "Soulmate Dog," joins us to share her heartwarming tale of love and connection with her German Shepherd, Brady. Together, w...
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Joy in the Brambles
Have you ever stumbled across joy in the most unexpected of places, like amidst the sharp edges of grief? This episode welcomes Ross Palfreyman, a seasoned attorney turned author, who shares his profound insights on finding "Joy in the Brambles...
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35:16
Life in the Grief Pit
Have you ever stood in the face of a storm and felt the resolve to push through? Our special guest, Dr. Kimberly Harms has done just that. Join us as Kim opens up about her birth marred by thalidomide, the heartache of her mother's suicid...
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36:52
Grief and First Responders
When the burdens of grief and trauma cloak the shoulders of our bravest—the police officers, firefighters, and emergency personnel—we seldom grasp the depth of their silent battles. Jared Altic, a pastor and chaplain with the Kansas City, Kansa...
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38:12
The Five Facets of Healing
When the unimaginable happens and we're left holding the pieces of a shattered life, where do we find the strength to rebuild? Annah Elizabeth joins us to courageously share her story. She speaks to the soul's remarkable ability to weather life...
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