Grief & Happiness

Have you stumbled through grief when a loved one died? 

How do you react when a loved one dies?

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• You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here
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• You can order Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief by clicking here at Amazon:
• You can listen to my podcast, Grief and Happiness, by clicking here
• Request your Awaken Your Happiness Journaling Guide here

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What if the way we handle grief at work is silently draining productivity, trust, and billions of dollars—and it’s easier to fix than you think?

In today's episode, I'm joined by Suzanne Jabour, a grief educator, speaker, and coach who has turned her personal experience of loss into a powerful mission to reshape how individuals and organizations approach grief. After losing her 22-year-old son Ben in 2020, Suzanne embarked on a journey of healing that led her to support others navigating similar challenges. Through workshops, writing, and public speaking, she helps businesses develop compassionate grief policies and fosters understanding in both personal and professional spaces. Suzanne also creates opportunities for connection through her grief cafés, where people can share their stories in a supportive and judgment-free environment.

Throughout this episode, Suzanne delves deeper into her journey from grieving mother to grief educator, offering valuable insights into the emotional and physical toll grief takes. She emphasizes the importance of addressing societal discomfort around grief and advocates for meaningful, thoughtful support, both in personal interactions and workplace settings. Suzanne’s commitment to change is evident in her call for organizations to implement structured protocols that empower employees to navigate their grief with dignity. Her dedication to creating spaces for healing and connection, like her grief cafés, serves as a reminder of the strength found in shared experiences and open conversations.

Tune in to episode 304 of Grief and Happiness as Suzanne Jabour shares her journey from grieving mother to grief educator, exploring loss, grief cafés, and the challenges of workplace grief.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• The complexity of grief and society’s discomfort (1:54)
• The importance of talking about grief (4:49)
• Avoidance vs. connection: How to support grievers (7:46)
• Practical Steps to Improve Workplace Support (13:10)
• The power of Grief Cafés (23:44)
• Common Missteps in Addressing Grief
• Final thoughts and resources for grievers (30:47)

Connect with Suzanne Jabour:

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• LinkedIn
• Instagram

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The world can really use some happiness now. What can you do to contribute to that? Smiling more is a great place to start.

Let's Connect:

• You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here
• You can order the International Best Selling The Grief and Happiness Guide by clicking here.
• You can order Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief by clicking here at Amazon:
• You can listen to my podcast, Grief and Happiness, by clicking here
• Request your Awaken Your Happiness Journaling Guide here

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Could focusing on your own emotional well-being be the breakthrough your family needs? Hear how one mother turned grief into growth.

In today's episode, I welcome back Vickie Menendez, a transformational coach and author whose life has been shaped by profound loss and personal growth. Vickie shares insights from her transformative journey of loss and healing, highlighting her experiences with addiction within her family and the heartfelt lessons she has learned about unconditional love and self-healing.

Throughout this episode, Vickie shares profound revelations about soul contracts and the ways her children’s lives guided her own healing journey. She emphasizes the need for parents to focus on their own emotional well-being, as their energy and approach can significantly influence their children. Through her story, Vickie discusses the importance of supporting loved ones struggling with addiction by creating a judgment-free space, focusing on personal growth, maintaining positive energy, and showing unconditional love, compassion, and acceptance. She also introduces her memoir and companion book, which provide tools and perspectives for navigating grief and fostering personal growth.

Tune in and listen to episode 302 of Grief and Happiness with Vickie Menendez to discover how unconditional love, self-healing, and creating a judgment-free space can foster connection and transformation in the face of grief and addiction.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Finding healing through storytelling: Vickie’s memoir (1:17)
• A soul contract and the role of addiction in Vickie’s life (4:00)
• Loving an addict without judgment (7:02)
• Lessons from personal loss and family addiction (12:54)
• The impact of self-healing on parenting (16:01)
• Energy, emotions, and breaking the spiral of fear (18:54)
• Final reflections and the power of love (23:41)

Connect with Vickie Menendez:

• Website
• Mother of All Memoirs website
• LinkedIn
• YouTube

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• The Grief and Happiness Alliance
• Book: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief

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Each experience of grief is unique and any comparison in grief can be damaging. 

Ask yourself if the comparison you are making is true, and if it is not, let it go.

Let's Connect:

• You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here
• You can order the International Best Selling The Grief and Happiness Guide by clicking here.
• You can order Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief by clicking here at Amazon:
• You can listen to my podcast, Grief and Happiness, by clicking here
• Request your Awaken Your Happiness Journaling Guide here

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Discover a powerful technique to break free from the mind's false narratives, reframe loss, and uncover a path to healing that's entirely within your reach.

In today's episode, I'm joined by Rich Nisbet, a multifaceted life coach, musician, and author whose journey began with a deep passion for music inspired by The Beatles. He performed, wrote, and recorded extensively, with one of his songs sampled on Kanye West's Grammy-nominated album Daytona. A pivotal moment in his twenties led him to explore spiritual philosophies and practices, ultimately transforming him into a dedicated coach and counselor for over 40 years.

Throughout this episode, Rich offers profound insights into the metaphysical aspects of life and death, blending his decades of experience as a life coach with personal anecdotes. He emphasizes the transformative power of near-death experiences, telepathy, and out-of-body phenomena, advocating for a deeper understanding of our spiritual nature. Rich introduces his innovative "Achievements" coaching tools, designed to help people process grief and trauma independently. His compassionate storytelling, including examples of communicating with deceased loved ones and creating personalized end-of-life rituals, inspires listeners to embrace spiritual awareness as a means of healing and growth.

Tune in to episode 300 of Grief and Happiness as Rich Nisbet shares his journey through music, metaphysics, and coaching, offering insights into grief, spiritual growth, and enduring connections beyond life.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• The out-of-body experience that changed everything (1:06)
• Exploring intuition and metaphysical abilities (02:41)
• Communicating with deceased loved ones (04:40)
• The role of journaling in grief processing (05:38)
• Achievements: Tools for self-guided healing (07:59)
• Near-death experiences and spiritual awareness (10:29)
• The power of letters and communication at end of life (17:55)
• Signs from the deceased (23:55)
• Final reflections and stories of connection (26:14)

Connect with Rich Nisbet:

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• LinkedIn
• Rich Nisbet’s “It’s the Question” Podcast

Let's Connect:

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• The Grief and Happiness Alliance
• Book: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief

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As we focus on what we can do for others, we will feel better while helping others to feel better too. 

Let's Connect:

• You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here
• You can order the International Best Selling The Grief and Happiness Guide by clicking here.
• You can order Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief by clicking here at Amazon:
• You can listen to my podcast, Grief and Happiness, by clicking here
• Request your Awaken Your Happiness Journaling Guide here

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Discover the unexpected ways grief shapes our lives—from the heartbreak of job loss to the silent pain of broken relationships—and learn how to turn these struggles into stepping stones.

In today's episode, I'm joined by Kimberly L. Byers, a veteran of the U.S. Army - where she served for over 28 years - grief coach and author. After facing the loss of her mother and several close relatives to cancer, Kimberly found herself battling profound grief and depression. Her journey through this pain led her to create a seven-step healing process, which she now shares to help others navigate their own losses.

Throughout this episode, Kimberly opens up about her profound journey through grief, reflecting on the loss of her mother and several other loved ones, as well as the obstacles she faced in rebuilding her life. She recounts how journaling her experiences and creating a workbook helped her process her grief and ultimately find her purpose. Kimberly discusses how grief extends beyond the passing of dear ones, touching on experiences like job losses and broken relationships, and the struggle to rediscover one's identity during these transitions. She now dedicates herself to supporting others who are stuck in their grieving process, empowering them to redefine their lives. She also introduces strategies like setting positive intentions, vision boards, manifesting new opportunities, and embracing the healing power of writing. 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Kimberly's personal journey with grief (0:54)
• Expanding the definition of grief (2:19)
• Navigating compounded losses (3:25)
• Rebuilding purpose through grief (5:39)
• Setting intentions and manifesting change (12:10)
• The power of writing and journaling (16:09)
• Exploring dreams and taking chances (18:01)
• Defying traditional expectations and finding freedom (20:52)
• Resources and closing reflections (26:40)

Connect with Kimberly L. Byers:

• Website
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• LinkedIn

Let's Connect:

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• Twitter
• Pinterest
• The Grief and Happiness Alliance
• Book: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief

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Emily’s reflections from December 2021. Times have changed.

The week between Christmas and New Year’s, I always find myself looking back at the year that is ending. I reflect on my favorite things that happened, consider things I would like to have been better, and think about what I would like to be differently in the new year.

I encourage you to write a reflection of your 2024 and a forecast for your 2025.

Let's Connect:

• You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here
• You can order the International Best Selling The Grief and Happiness Guide by clicking here.
• You can order Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief by clicking here at Amazon:
• You can listen to my podcast, Grief and Happiness, by clicking here
• Request your Awaken Your Happiness Journaling Guide here

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Kathy Strauss shares how painting, photography, and doodling became her lifeline during grief, offering powerful hacks to lower stress and find joy.

In this episode, I'm joined by Kathy Strauss, a visionary artist and photographer who describes herself as a "creationeer," blending her artistic eye with a passion for storytelling to create meaningful connections through her work. She has published coloring books, contributed to collaborative works, and is currently writing her solo book, Kaleidoscope: Redesigning Your Life.

Throughout this episode, we explore the transformative power of creativity in coping with grief and enhancing happiness. Kathy shares personal stories about using creative activities to process grief and stress, particularly during her late husband's illness. She highlights her workshops and teachings, which encourage participants to explore creativity for healing and inspiration. Through anecdotes about her work with clients and personal projects, she demonstrates how creativity can transform emotional pain into meaningful expression. Her perspective underscores the importance of patience, intention, and embracing creative processes for personal growth and happiness.

Tune in to episode 296 of Grief and Happiness as Kathy Strauss shares her journey of caregiving, loss, and healing. Learn how painting, photography, and storytelling helped her find comfort and inspire others through the transformative power of art.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Becoming a creationeer: blending creativity and connection (1:07)
• Photography projects and meaningful stories (2:21)
• Lessons in patience and perspective through wildlife photography (6:25)
• Kaleidoscope of creativity: connecting nature, healing, and artistic inspiration (9:07)
• Coping with grief and transforming stress with creativity (14:12)
• Capturing inspiration and embracing ideas (22:16)
• The power of intention and creative exploration (23:46)

Connect with Kathy Strauss:

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Personal Facebook

Let's Connect:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Twitter
• Pinterest
• The Grief and Happiness Alliance
• Book: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief

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