In this episode of Hey Pops, I opened up about my personal journey with grief therapy and how it guided me through the overwhelming emotions after my dad’s passing. I share how my regular therapy wasn’t enough to process such a profound loss and how joining a grief support group with other women who had also lost their parents created the space I needed to heal. From the transformative 12-week program to the invaluable strength of these women, this episode highlights the importance of finding the right support when navigating grief.

I want to give a special shoutout to Flora Baker, author of The Adult Orphan Club, and my incredible grief counselor, Tara Nash, who both played key roles in helping me through this process. I wouldn’t be where I am today without their guidance. You can learn more about their work in the show notes.

Tune in next week for a special ‘missed calls’ episode, and stay tuned the following week for episode 4 of ‘Hey Pops,’ where I deep-dive into my dad, Dan, ’s professional life and share some of my favorite clips from his speaking career. 

Key Takeaways - 

• Grief therapy offers a unique space for healing
• The power of a shared experience 
• Multiple forms of support are key 
• Community matters
• Grief doesn’t follow a timeline

Links & Resources:

• Learn more about the podcast - https://coriorak.com/hey-pops-podcast
• Submit your own voicemail or story about Dan - https://www.speakpipe.com/HeyPops
• Get involved and learn more about the Dan Culhane Memorial Fund - https://www.danculhanememorialfund.org/

Resources Mentioned:

• Flora Baker’s The Adult Orphan Club https://linktr.ee/florabaker
• Tara Nash’s Conscious Grief Book  https://linktr.ee/tara_nash_seeker

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