The Vertue Podcast

#21 - What GRIEF does to your brain, body & heart


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In this deeply personal episode, I explore grief from every angle—the physical, the psychological, and the emotional.

Whether you're grieving the loss of a loved one, a relationship, a pregnancy, or even a version of yourself, this episode is a space to feel held and understood. Although I do focus mostly on the loss of a loved one (death or transitioning - depending on the language you use) - if you have experienced a break up I would say that the break-up episode would be a better option.

I’ll guide you through:

  • What grief actually is (and what it isn’t)

  • How grief affects your brain, nervous system, and body

  • The difference between anticipated and sudden loss

  • The power of movement, ritual, and reflection in processing grief

  • And how, even in the ache, grief can reconnect us to life in deeper ways

I also share personal reflections—including my own experience after losing my mum—and offer journal prompts to help you process what you’re carrying.

This is not a fix-it guide. It’s a soft space to breathe, to feel, and to remember that you’re not alone.

— Shona


If this episode resonates, please consider sharing it with someone who might need it—and leaving a review so more people can find support in grief.


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