Introduction

• Topic Introduction [01:01]

Main Topics

• The role of food during times of loss and grief [01:48]
• Cooking or baking as an outlet when grieving [03:23]
• Comfort foods [04:45]
• Cooking as a way of expressing emotions [05:31]
• Childhood memories [07:28]
• Emotional eating [08:12]
• The dangers of children thinking food is a fix for feelings [09:26]
• Mindful eating [10:11]
• Being mindful when trying to be helpful [11:11]
• Conclusion [12:12]

Additional Resources

• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/
• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/media
• https://www.facebook.com/kay.fontana

Introduction

• Topic Introduction [01:01]

Main Topics

• What is forgiveness? [02:31]
• What forgiveness is not [03:39]
• How to begin the forgiveness process [06:18]
• Forgiveness as a journey [08:50]
• The benefits of forgiving others [09:23]
• Recap of today's episode [10:06]
• Conclusion [10:48]

Additional Resources

• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/
• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/media
• https://www.facebook.com/kay.fontana

Introduction

• Topic Introduction [01:01]

Main Topics

• Caregiver types and their roles[01:54]
• Grief and how it can affect caregivers [05:06]
• Establishing self-care routines among caregivers [06:35]
• Practicing mindfulness and stress-reduction techniques [07:26]
• My experience as a caregiver [08:06]
• Resources available [09:45]
• Conclusion [11:27]

Additional Resources

• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/
• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/media
• https://www.facebook.com/kay.fontana

Introduction

• Topic Introduction [01:01]

Main Topics

• The loss of a loved one [01:36]
• Divorce [03:40]
• Job changes [05:52]
• Relocation [07:55]
• Health changes [09:54]
• Coping Strategies [11:51]
• Conclusion [15:02]

Additional Resources

• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/
• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/media
• https://www.facebook.com/kay.fontana

Introduction

• Topic Introduction [01:01]

Main Topics

• Film as a powerful medium to explore emotions like grief [01:27]
• Cinematography's role in shaping emotions [02:19]
• "Dead Poets Society" [03:57]
• "What Dreams May Come" [04:58]
• "The Fault in Our Stars" [05:57]
• "Remember Me" [06:46]
• "All My Life" [07:30]
• Other films about grief [08:17]
• Movies as a powerful means for healing [09:16]
• Selecting movies to watch [10:03]
• Conclusion [10:55]

Additional Resources

• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/
• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/media
• https://www.facebook.com/kay.fontana

Introduction

• Topic Introduction [01:01]

Main Topics

• Spirituality and how people interpret their life experiences [01:56]
• Incorporating spiritual practices [04:08]
• The search for meaning [05:50]
• The concept of mysticism and the connection to grief and spirituality[10:51]
• Summary and conclusion [13:35]

Additional Resources

• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/
• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/media
• https://www.facebook.com/kay.fontana

Introduction

• Topic Introduction [01:01]

Main Topics

• How children perceive death at different ages [01:19]
• When my brother died [02:35]
• Tips for initiating conversation with children about death [05:19]
• Experience with a grief group for children [08:48]
• Considerations around conversations with children [09:32]
• Resources available [12:32]
• Conclusion [13:28]

Additional Resources

• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/
• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/media
• https://www.facebook.com/kay.fontana

Introduction

• Topic Introduction [01:01]

Main Topics

• Discover organizations that resonate with your grief experience [02:55]
• Organizations that support grieving individuals [03:50]
• Organizations related to specific diseases or ailments [07:48]
• Where to find volunteer opportunities [09:35]
• Consider creating your own initiative [11:50]
• Hurdles that may arise in the process [12:51]
• Summary and conclusion [13:48]

Additional Resources

• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/
• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/media
• https://www.facebook.com/kay.fontana

Introduction

• Topic Introduction [01:01]

Main Topics

• Storytelling for expressing ideas, emotions and experiences [01:38]
• Traditional stories and folklore [04:17]
• Writing as a powerful outlet [07:11]
• Support groups for storytelling [08:21]
• Platforms for sharing stories [11:50]
• When to seek support [13:53]
• Conclusion [14:39]

Additional Resources

• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/
• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/media
• https://www.facebook.com/kay.fontana

Introduction

• Topic Introduction [01:01]

Main Topics

• Common triggers of grief: anniversaries and milestones [01:56]
• Sensory triggers [03:23]
• Social triggers [05:55]
• Emotional triggers [06:43]
• Managing triggers: mindfulness techniques [07:28]
• Preparing for impending triggers [08:01]
• Creating new traditions [08:01]
• Self-care [09:39]
• Seeking support [10:19]
• Conclusion [10:56]

Additional Resources

• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/
• https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/media
• https://www.facebook.com/kay.fontana