Grief can feel chaotic, exhausting, and unpredictable. Many people receive support after a loss, but still feel unsure what to do when emotions surge or the nervous system feels overwhelmed.

In this episode of the Mindfulness & Grief Podcast, Heather Stang and cohost Amanda Palermo explore why having a system matters when you are grieving. Not stages. Not fixing. A compassionate framework you can return to when you do not know what to do next.

This episode introduces the Mindfulness & Grief System and explains how structure can help reduce suffering, restore a sense of choice, and support you in living alongside grief without denying your pain.

This is the first episode in an 8 part series that will walk through the Mindfulness & Grief System step by step.

In this episode, you will learn:

• Why grief often feels overwhelming and disorganizing

• Why support alone is not always enough

• How a system helps when your nervous system is dysregulated

• What makes the Mindfulness & Grief System different

• How structure can create safety without rigidity

Timestamps

00:00 Why grief needs more than support 00:45 Welcome and episode overview 01:40 Why grief feels chaotic and exhausting 03:10 What people mean when they say "just get through it" 05:05 Why a system helps when emotions surge 07:20 The difference between stages and systems 09:10 How structure reduces suffering 11:05 Mindfulness as a practical skill, not a mindset 13:40 Choice, agency, and the nervous system 16:15 What the Mindfulness & Grief System offers 18:50 Who this system is for 21:30 What to expect in the 8 episode series 23:10 Closing reflections

Hosts

Heather Stang: https://HeatherStang.com

Amanda Palermo: AmandaPalermo108 on Instagram

Podcasts for Grieving Parents

If you are a parent navigating grief, you may find these podcasts supportive:

Grieving Out Loud with Angela Kennecke https://emilyshope.charity/podcast/

Widowed Parent Podcast with Jenny Lisk https://jennylisk.com/

Ways to Go Deeper

💜 Try Awaken Grief Support Free for 14 Days Live support, guided practices, and community for people living with grief. https://heatherstang.com/grief-group/

🎥 Free Living With Grief Workshop and Live Q&A With Heather A gentle introduction to mindfulness based grief support with time for questions. https://heatherstang.com/living-with-grief-workshop/

🎓 Mindfulness & Grief Coach Certification Professional training for helpers who want to support others through grief while caring for themselves. https://heatherstang.com/mindfulness-grief-coach-certification/