If you've been wondering what to actually do after a loss or death, this episode is for you. I'm sharing the most important—and most overlooked—first step in grief. Before joining a support group, before reading the books, before trying to "process" the pain… you need this.

You'll discover:

• Why grief can feel so disorienting, even when you're "doing the work"

• What the Safety First Rule is and how to use it

• Real-life grounding practices from my students

• How to stop feeling like you're failing at grief

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