January 16, 2024

Episode 39: Myth Storytelling in Grief Circles with Sabrina Fletcher TFMR Doula

1 hour 18 minutes

How can mythology and folklore be a tool for healing? In episode 39, Sabrina Fletcher, a bereavement doula incorporates myth storytelling in her grief circles for pregnancy loss, drawing on ancient stories, myths, and archetypes to facilitate healing. These narratives can act as reminders that we are not alone in our experiences. Inspired by her own loss and the lack of community support, Sabrina became a doula, offering support to others in their grief. We delve into how rituals and folktales are healing. We explore a few folktales such as Persephone's descent into the underworld (symbolizing grief) and La Llorona (a crying woman associated with loss) and how she uses them in her work. Don't miss this fascinating episode!

Links:
Grief Circle Enrollment :http://www.thetfmrdoula.com/ascend-apply
The TFMR Doula Website: http://thetfmrdoula.com/
Apply for TFMR FB group : https://www.thetfmrdoula.com/facebookgroup.html
The lack of mourning rituals : https://www.thetfmrdoula.com/writings/the-lack-of-mourning-rituals

Time Stamps
Folklore and its relevance to personal healing 02:43
Creating a safe space for grief and tough emotions 09:29
Questions and guidance for supporting grieving individuals 11:00
Following the lead of the grieving individual 17:00
Incorporating folktales into the healing process 24:01
Rituals and storytelling in grief circles 29:50
Structure of grief circles 42:05
Lighting candles and sharing personal experiences 42:15
Journaling prompts and writing breaks 44:16
Exploring different stories and their significance 46:15
Stories of the younger goddesses Persephone 48:10
The importance of storytelling in the healing process 59:50
Validation of grief and tough emotions in stories 1:04