Kinship in Healing

Grief coach Louise Lawrie joins the show for an honest, tender conversation about what loss really does to the body, the mind, and the life you thought you were building. Drawing on her own experience of losing her husband and her work as a trauma-informed holistic grief coach, Louise unpacks why grief makes ordinary life feel intolerable, why society pressures people to heal on an unrealistic timeline, and how naming the secondary losses — of identity, routine, and future — helps people start to breathe again.

We talk about what actually helps a grieving person (hint: it isn't trying to fix them), how humor and guilt live side by side in the shift from grieve to breathe, and why moving forward with grief is healthier than trying to "move on". Louise also shares a grounding technique for grief-storm moments, how anniversaries and body memories can be met with self-kindness, and how gender expectations shape the permission men give themselves to struggle. She walks us through her Grieve, Breathe, Live framework and how it differs from traditional therapy, plus practical guidance on using social media without making things worse.

Whether you're in the raw early days of loss, supporting someone who is, or trying to build a life that carries the person you lost forward with you, this conversation is a gentle, practical companion.

Links to Louise's website and socials here:- 

https://grieve-breathe-live.co.uk/

https://www.facebook.com/share/1EeAj9dA9L/?mibextid=wwXIfr

https://www.instagram.com/grieve.breathe.live?igsh=N3NwZWxvbzBiZnVv&utm_source=qr

Louise also would like to recommend the following books:-

Megan Devine - It's OK That You're Not OK 

https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/9781622039074?gC=5a105e8b&gad_source=4&gad_campaignid=23601462866&gbraid=0AAAAADsTpARmPlL0Crlz3GQFWmU5DAkQC&gclid=Cj0KCQjwv4XUBhDBARIsAE6bQUQOiGaI54-Ci1HFjaswgW9Dm9qwHc3WSXFYha5NRyS1UtYsRTphKaUaAjWFEALw_wcB

 Dr Lucy Hone - Resilient Grieving

https://www.awesomebooks.com/book/9781805464327/how-will-i-ever-get-through-this?gc=GB&dwg=Cj0KCQjwv4XUBhDBARIsAE6bQUTLvM-VGFm3y6gfmslmyB4WYSooAJBDIaCP6NO5DqJaf-ep3It_AYoaAjyfEALw_wcB&gad_source=4&gad_campaignid=22272964231&gbraid=0AAAAADocATACENUITJk7Px2MpcX13lJho&gclid=Cj0KCQjwv4XUBhDBARIsAE6bQUTLvM-VGFm3y6gfmslmyB4WYSooAJBDIaCP6NO5DqJaf-ep3It_AYoaAjyfEALw_wcB

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In Episode 4, I am joined by Belfast Artist Gerard Torbitt. Gerard is the co-founder of CULT a Belfast based art collective, tutor on the Art In The Unconscious course at The Jung Centre Dublin, child of the 80's and all round character. 

Strap in for pop-culture references, summoning your demons, art as an outlet, breakdowns, breakups and sitting in your shadow to discover yourself. Gerard is a verbal roller-coaster tipping out the contents of his mind with all it's colour, chaos, darkness and beauty! 

Quotes like "I don't want to go to the chaos world, I want to stay here where there's beer and orgies" will having laughing along and constantly catching up with Gerard's pace. 

In many ways this episode is light hearted and I encourage you to go check out Gerard's work via the links below. Walk Lightly;

https://www.instagram.com/gerard_torbitt/

https://www.instagram.com/cult__anartexhibition/

https://www.facebook.com/61575043284709/posts/art-and-the-unconscious-process-therapy-introductory-courseweve-got-something-pr/122147880308834776/

The art references Gerard spoke about during the episode can be found on the podcast Instagram page and within Buy Me A Coffee:- 

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My guest in Episode 3 is a local Artist who paints to heal, not only herself, but others too. Her work extends to public murals, charity work and community engagement at multiple levels in society. 

Vibrant, energetic and optimistic, this pint-sized artist is full of colour in so many ways. A voice and guiding light for those who need an inspiration, a role model and a genuine kind hearted soul who speaks from real lived experiences. 

If every town had a Carly Wright, we would all be better for it! If Carly's story resonates, please visit her online or at an event to show your support. She gives so much from a humble place. Enjoy. 

If you would like to support the show, please visit the link to buy me a coffee. Thank you in advance: https://buymeacoffee.com/kinshipinhealing

Please note Carly has an online launch of her new series "Warriors of Grace" on the 5th & 6th May 2026 . Follow on socials to see this work and have the chance to grab a highly limited piece. 

Please find Carly Wright Artist via the links below:- 

Carly Wright Art Website

https://carlywrightart.com/

TikTok

https://www.tiktok.com/@carlywrightart

Instragram

https://www.instagram.com/carly.wrightart/

Facebook 

https://www.facebook.com/diamondintheroughwright/

Carly's book reference:- 

Marianne Williamson - A Return To Love 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Return-Love-Reflections-Principles-Miracles/dp/0722532997/ref=asc_df_0722532997?mcid=33b51a306c8f3e22b93f74bbd38d496b&th=1&psc=1&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=696450770537&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17744033593877573358&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045888&hvtargid=pla-490097240542&psc=1&hvocijid=17744033593877573358-0722532997-&hvexpln=0&gad_source=1

 Please be patient with the sound quality. I experience steep learning curves during editing and will replace any episodes with bad sound quality as soon as possible.   

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In this episode my guest Laura Patterson, a practising Psychodynamic Therapist and lecturer at the Jung Centre in Dublin, explores Therapy. 

We talk about stigmas around therapy, what happens in your first session and beyond, as well as exploring some of the topics therapy can support in your life and personal journey of growth. 

This podcast is an advocate for mental health wellness, self-care and personal growth. I am proud to bring you this episode, in which I hope you will agree Laura's passion, professionalism and warm nature shine through. 

If you would like to support the show, please visit the link to buy me a coffee. Thank you in advance: https://buymeacoffee.com/kinshipinhealing

Please find below a list of links and resources recommended during the episode.

Laura's Website  

https://www.laurapattersontherapy.com/

Laura's Courses at The Jung Centre 

https://www.jungcentre.com/creative-process-therapy-diploma-course

https://www.jungcentre.com/diploma-in-dream-analysis-online-course

Book Recommendations 

https://olgaphoenix.com/self-care-wheel/

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Jungs-Map-Soul-Murray-Stein/dp/0812693760

Thank You for listening, stay safe and walk lightly

We hope to grow a community of listeners. You are the journey and I look forward to sharing new episodes very soon. 

I'd love to hear from the community, please share your thoughts, comments and ideas and I will read them. Walk Lightly

Thank you for listening, we hope to grow a community of listeners. You are the journey and I look forward to sharing new episodes very soon. If you'd like to support the show, please visit the link to buy me a coffee. Thank you in advance:

https://buymeacoffee.com/kinshipinhealing

Join the show host in Episode 1 "A Problem Shared", this exposing and truthful account invites you to join the host in listening to his story and the events which brought about this very community centered podcast. You are most welcome here and I hope together, we can grow a community of compassionate souls who share life's most difficult moments and support each other with kindness and growth. 

If you would like to support the show, please visit the link to buy me a coffee. Thank you in advance: https://buymeacoffee.com/kinshipinhealing

Please be advised this episode discusses grief, loss, suicide and mental health struggles. If you are vulnerable or may be affected by these topics, I'd ask you come back another time. Be kind to yourself, walk lightly and take care. 

If you have been affected by any content in this episode, please speak to somebody you trust or visit one of the organisations below for help & support:-

https://www.mind.org.uk/ 

https://www.samaritans.org/

I'd love to hear from the community, please share your thoughts, comments and ideas and I will read them. Walk Lightly

Thank you for listening, we hope to grow a community of listeners. You are the journey and I look forward to sharing new episodes very soon. If you'd like to support the show, please visit the link to buy me a coffee. Thank you in advance:

https://buymeacoffee.com/kinshipinhealing

A Global Collective for Trauma, Loss, and Spiritual Growth.

I'd love to hear from the community, please share your thoughts, comments and ideas and I will read them. Walk Lightly

Thank you for listening, we hope to grow a community of listeners. You are the journey and I look forward to sharing new episodes very soon. If you'd like to support the show, please visit the link to buy me a coffee. Thank you in advance:

https://buymeacoffee.com/kinshipinhealing