We have all said it - we mean well but what do we really mean?  In this special edition we will discuss what those of us in grief really need to hear.

From Facing Grief - The Essays - Volume 1 - "The First 30 Days" - this is essay #17 - "Thoughts and Prayers"

Special Edition - "Thoughts & Prayers"

Grief is a hard emotion to process.  And when you’re faced with the death of a coworker, it is important that leadership is sensitive to individual needs and handles the team’s grieving process with care.

In this episode, we talk about how to manage death in the workplace with best-selling author and leadership development expert Joyel Crawford.

After the episode, go to http://www.theladipogroup.com/podcast to get tips on how you can show up as a better people manager and leader in your organization.

Ep 23: Handling Grief in the Workplace with Joyel Crawford

Kiera Talley (Spiritual Mediumship) & Family friend, Patricia Levy (Mother of Maddie) discuss "Magical Mediumship Moments from Maddie" that provide evidence of life eternal.  This evidence was helpful in navigating grief because it gave her Patricia peace knowing that Maddie experiences life right along with her family

Magical Mediumship Moments From Maddie In Heaven

How can being grief-informed empower you to feel less confused and alone in your healing journey? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Meghan Riordan Jarvis, MA, LCSW, on her new #book Can Anyone Tell Me?: Essential Questions about Grief and Loss.

Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate!  

Meghan Riordan Jarvis, MA, LCSW, is a podcast host, TEDx speaker, and trauma-informed psychotherapist specializing in grief and loss. With 20 years of experience, she is the founder of the Grief Mentor MethodTM and speaks on the importance of understanding grief and supporting grievers. Meghan hosts the popular podcast Grief Is My Side Hustle and offers a free writing workshop, Grief Mates. She is also the author of End of the Hour, a memoir on trauma, loss, and healing. www.meghanriordanjarvis.com  

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Walking Through Grief & Loss with Meghan Riordan Jarvis

This meditation is an offering of stillness, softness, and sacred rest. A Soft Surrender Into Sleep invites you to gently transition from the weight of your day into a deep, nourishing rest. Guided by the soothing voice of Bernadette Pleasant, this bedtime ritual honors your body, your boundaries, and your being.

With comforting affirmations, breath guidance, and poetic imagery, you are invited to let go of what you’ve been carrying. Here, you are reminded:
You’ve given enough.
You are enough.
And you are worthy of deep, uninterrupted rest.

Let this meditation cradle you like ancient arms. Allow your nervous system to unwind, your skin to soften, and your spirit to remember the ancestral joy that lives within you. Sleep here is not an escape — it is a homecoming.

Nightfall Nourishment - A Soft Surrender Into Sleep

Grief is one of the hardest journeys anyone can face — and when someone we love is grieving, it can feel difficult to know how to help. In this reflection, we explore compassionate ways to show support: being present, listening without fixing, offering practical help, respecting their unique journey, and staying connected over time.

Whether you’ve experienced loss yourself or want to stand by someone who has, these gentle reminders can help you bring patience, love, and care into moments of grief. 💜

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How to Support a Grieving Friend or Family Member: A Compassionate Guide

Navigating the Stages of Grief: Understanding the Emotional Process

Grief is never a straight path. Some days it feels heavy, other days it shifts unexpectedly — from sadness to anger, from numbness to brief moments of peace. In this audio reflection, we explore what grief really means, the myth of the “five stages,” how culture shapes the way we mourn, and the tools that can help us carry love forward even in loss.

Take a moment to pause with us — to breathe, reflect, and remember that you don’t have to walk through grief alone.

Discover how AI therapy tools and Connected Care can support your growth.

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Navigating the Stages of Grief-Understanding the Emotional Process

Dr. Alistair Begg (b. 1952) is a Scottish-American pastor, author, and radio Bible teacher, serving as the senior pastor of Parkside Church in Cleveland, Ohio, since 1983. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, he studied at the London School of Theology and served in pastoral roles in Scotland before moving to the U.S. Known for his clear, expository preaching and commitment to biblical truth, Begg emphasizes the centrality of Scripture in Christian life. Through his radio ministry, Truth for Life, he reaches a global audience with daily Bible teaching, and his books, such as Preaching for God’s Glory, reflect his passion for equipping believers and pastors in faithful ministry.

🌿Dealing With Death | Truth For Life 🌿

The holidays can be joyful—but also deeply painful for those grieving the loss of a loved one. In this heartfelt episode, Erin Youngblood of Comfort Keepers talks with Terry and Rose Stout from Hawka Support Services about how to navigate grief, honor the person who’s gone, and still find connection during the season.

"I think that in the first place people fear the holidays, especially if it's their first time through missing someone. Support is being with someone without trying to take away their pain." – Rose Stout

Together, they explore how grief often intensifies during holidays, especially the first one after a loss. They discuss the difference between showing up with a plan and simply showing up with presence. With decades of experience in hospice, counseling, and spiritual support, the Stouts share real strategies for helping people feel seen and supported—not fixed.

You’ll learn how to honor someone’s memory through rituals, how to support grieving friends without unintentionally silencing them, and how to give yourself space to feel whatever arises—guilt, gratitude, joy, or sadness. Whether you’re grieving yourself or trying to support someone who is, this conversation is both grounding and uplifting.

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Episode 37 - Navigating Grief and Celebrating Life During the Holidays

Every workplace should be a psychologically safe space for its employees. On the Managing Well podcast, host Tonya Ladipo talks wellness in the workplace with people leaders, mental health professionals, HR experts, and more.

In a single moment your life can change!  “Moments with Marianne” is a transformative hour that covers an endless array of topics with the ‘best of the best.’ Her guest are leaders in their fields, ranging from inspirational authors, top industry leaders, business and spiritual entrepreneurs.  Each guest is gifted, and a true visionary!  A recognized leader in her own work, and while teaching others to develop, refocus, and grow; Marianne will bring the best guest, and sometimes a special surprise.  Don’t miss this – you never know just which ‘moment’ will change your life forever.

My life ended. My Grief Journey began. This is the story. 
Share the journey. Share the comfort. Share the hope.

If you find any comfort in what you hear through these podcasts, please leave a comment. Sharing these stories has been a blessing and I pray will be a blessing to you in your grief journey.

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