New Ways New You ( Tendrils of Grief- Life After Grief)

In this powerful episode, we are joined by Sabrina Trobak, a Registered Clinical Counsellor, author, and trauma specialist. Sabrina has spent decades helping people uncover the roots of their pain, particularly those who struggle with anxiety, insecurity, and self-doubt. Her work focuses on one crucial truth: so many of us are carrying the heavy burden of core beliefs like not good enough, not important, or not valued—beliefs that often stem from trauma or difficult experiences in childhood.

Sabrina's book, Not Good Enough: Understanding Your Core Belief and Anxiety – A Handbook, is a heartfelt guide to understanding how these beliefs form and, more importantly, how we can begin to rewrite them. In this episode, Sabrina opens up about the profound impact trauma has on our sense of self and how we can break free from the emotional chains that hold us back.

Whether you've experienced trauma yourself or simply feel weighed down by anxiety or self-doubt, Sabrina's wisdom will resonate deeply. She shares not only her extensive expertise but also the compassion and hope that healing is possible.

Join us for an emotional and enlightening conversation as we explore how to heal from the inside out, challenge the stories we tell ourselves, and reclaim our worth.

Episode Highlights

· Core beliefs and anxiety

· Healing childhood trauma

· Challenging core beliefs

· Not good enough core belief

· Overcoming self-doubt and insecurity

· Trauma and mental health

· Rewriting negative self-beliefs

· Impact of trauma on self-worth

· Anxiety and core belief healing

· Emotional healing from past trauma

· Understanding core beliefs and anxiety

· Self-worth and trauma recovery

· How childhood trauma shapes core beliefs

· Breaking free from the "not good enough" mindset

· Healing anxiety by challenging core beliefs

· Understanding how trauma impacts self-worth

· Emotional healing: rewriting your core beliefs

· Overcoming insecurity and self-doubt through therapy

· Rebuilding your self-worth after trauma

· Transforming anxiety by addressing the root cause

· Mental health breakthroughs: core beliefs and recovery

· How trauma therapy helps reclaim your self-worth

Learn more about Sabrina Trobak

Trobak Holistic Counseling

Not Good Enough Book

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In this episode, we welcome Jocelyn, a true cultivator of curiosity in the human experience. As a Soul Art Guide, Akashic Records Guide, Yoga Nidra Guide, and Human Design Mentor, Jocelyn has spent over 25 years helping people uncover their most authentic selves and find purpose in life. Her work as an Expressive Arts Therapist and EFT Master Practitioner has touched countless lives, guiding people through their own transformations.

But two and a half years ago, Jocelyn's world was shattered. Losing both of her parents just seven days apart plunged her into a grief she never imagined. Since then, she's been on a deeply personal journey, navigating through the overwhelming sorrow and finding unexpected light along the way. Grief, as painful as it is, has expanded her view of life, deepened her creativity, and reshaped her understanding of her life's story.

In this conversation, Jocelyn opens her heart and shares how this profound loss has not only transformed her, but also brought clarity and purpose to her life in ways she couldn't have foreseen. Together, we explore how grief—while devastating—can also be a source of growth, creativity, and meaning.

Join us for this powerful episode as we honor the raw truth of grief and the incredible resilience of the human spirit.

Episode Highlights

· Grief and creativity

· Healing through grief

· Finding purpose after loss

· Coping with grief through art

· Grief and self-discovery

· Grief journey transformation

· Creativity in grief healing

· Expressive arts therapy for grief

· Life after losing parents

· Akashic records and grief healing

· Emotional healing through human design

· Navigating grief and purpose

· How grief can unlock hidden creativity

· Finding purpose after profound loss

· The healing power of expressive arts therapy

· Transforming pain into creativity and growth

· Rediscovering yourself through grief and loss

· Grief as a catalyst for self-discovery

· Spiritual tools for healing after loss

· How losing loved ones can change your life's story

· The intersection of art, healing, and grief

· Using yoga nidra and human design to navigate grief

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Learn more about Jocelyn Bates

Website

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Instagram

Facebook

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In this deeply personal solo episode, I open up about the three most transformative lessons I've learned on my grief journey. This episode is not just about coping—it's about finding a way to live fully, even as grief becomes part of who you are.

I share raw, honest reflections, including a vulnerable moment with my daughter Madison that challenged me to confront feelings of shame and guilt. Through this experience, I realized that healing comes when we stop judging our emotions and start embracing them.

Grief is not something we "get over." It's a lifelong companion, but one that can walk beside joy, hope, and meaning. I hope my story helps you feel less alone and gives you the strength to honor your own journey, wherever you are in it.

Episode Highlights

· Grief journey lessons

· Coping with grief

· Healing from loss

· Grief and personal growth

· Emotional healing through grief

· Grief and vulnerability

· Conversations about grief

· Overcoming shame in grief

· Living with grief

· Grief and self-discovery

· Grief and family connections

· Grieving parent stories

· Navigating grief with children

· How to embrace grief without guilt

· Transforming grief into personal growth

· Talking openly about grief with loved ones

· Healing through vulnerability and connection

· Lessons learned from grieving a loved one

· Balancing joy and grief in everyday life

· The lifelong impact of grief on families

· Emotional breakthroughs during the grief process

· How sharing grief stories can lead to healing

· Parenting through loss and grief

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In this episode, we welcome Melissa Miller, an experienced caregiver and entrepreneur with over 15 years as a Certified Nursing Assistant, primarily working in Long-Term Care facilities. Melissa's caregiving journey has included caring for her grandmother, father, and her husband following his epilepsy diagnosis in July 2020. When her husband's health prevented her from returning to traditional employment, Melissa decided to create her own business, finding the flexibility she needed as a spousal caregiver and stay-at-home partner.

What started as a blog has grown into her true passion: http://www.caregivingentrepreneurshipreimagined.com . Now, as the host of the Caregiver & Entrepreneurship Reimagined podcast, Melissa supports entrepreneurs who care for chronically ill loved ones, helping them balance their caregiving and business responsibilities by developing stress-free systems. Her belief is clear: you don't have to choose between caregiving and entrepreneurship—you can successfully do both.

Tune in as Melissa shares her story and offers practical advice for anyone balancing these two important roles.

Episode Highlights

· Work-Life Balance

· Remote Work for Caregivers

· Mental Health Awareness

· Chronic Illness Care

· Women in Entrepreneurship

· Self-Care for Caregivers

· Technology and Caregiving

· Epilepsy Awareness

· Long-Term Care Insights

· Resilience and Adaptability

· Caregiving entrepreneurship

· Spousal caregiver support

· Managing caregiving and business

· Caregiver podcast

· Balancing caregiving and work

· Caregiving systems and strategies

· Chronic illness caregiving tips

· Flexible work for caregivers

· Entrepreneurship for caregivers

· Stress-free caregiving solutions

Know more About Melissa Miller

Website: https://www.caregivingentrepreneurshipreimagined.com

Email: [email protected]

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/caregiving-entrepreneurship-reimagined-podcast/id1651861199

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In today's episode of the Tendrils of Grief podcast, we are joined by Jason Tuttle, a father who has bravely transformed his profound grief into a mission to help others. Jason was a devoted stay-at-home parent and loving father to two children with multiple physical and cognitive disabilities. His life took a heartbreaking turn when he lost his 15-year-old special needs son on January 28, 2022.

In the wake of this unimaginable loss, Jason made a powerful decision: to channel his grief into something meaningful. He created "Letters To Zachary," a deeply personal and raw platform where he openly shares his emotions, thoughts, and the complex journey of grieving as a father. Through this project, Jason provides a rare and honest glimpse into the male experience of grief, offering support and solidarity to others who may be facing similar challenges.

Join us as Jason courageously opens up about his journey, the inspiration behind "Letters To Zachary," and the healing power of vulnerability in the grieving process. This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the impact of sharing our stories to help others find their way through grief.

Episode Highlights

· Grief Support

· Male Grief Experience

· Parenting and Grief

· Special Needs Parenting

· Loss of a Child

· Bereavement Journey

· Emotional Healing

· Vulnerable Grief Narratives

· Letters To Zachary

· Coping with Loss

· Coping Strategies for Grieving Parents

· The Impact of Losing a Special Needs Child

· Male Perspectives on Grief

· Emotional Expression and Healing

· Personal Stories of Grief and Loss

· Supporting Parents Through Bereavement

· The Role of Vulnerability in Grief

· Creating Supportive Communities for Grieving Parents

· Managing Complex Emotions After Loss

· How Writing Can Aid in Grief Recovery

Know more About Jason Tuttle

Contact Info: Jason Tuttle[email protected] --------------------------------------------------

Social Media Links:

LettersTo Zacharywww.LettersToZachary.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552174684952 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letters2zachary Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letters2zachary/

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Welcome to the Tendrils of Grief podcast! Today, we have the honor of speaking with Dr. George Ackerman, a dedicated advocate for Parkinson's awareness. Hailing from Brooklyn, NY, and now residing in Florida, George's professional journey spans law, police work, and education. His commitment to Parkinson's advocacy began after the loss of his beloved mother, Sharon Riff Ackerman, on January 1, 2020, due to Parkinson's Disease.

To honor his mother and further the cause of Parkinson's awareness, George founded TogetherForSharon®, a family initiative dedicated to keeping Sharon's memory alive and spreading awareness and hope for a cure. The initiative's website, TogetherForSharon.com, now reaches thousands of individuals nationwide, promoting crucial messages about Parkinson's Disease.

George also conducts interviews with individuals across the Parkinson's community, including various foundations, caregivers, and Parkinson's warriors, to share their inspiring stories and causes. Join us as George discusses his journey, the meaningful work of TogetherForSharon®, and his mission to transform grief into purpose and make a positive impact in the Parkinson's community.

Tune in for an insightful and moving conversation about finding strength in loss and driving change through advocacy.

Episode Highlights

· Parkinson's Disease Awareness

· Dr. George Ackerman

· TogetherForSharon

· Sharon Riff Ackerman

· Parkinsons advocacy

· Parkinsons community

· Parkinsons warriors

· Parkinsons caregivers

· Parkinsons foundations

· Parkinsons Disease cure

· Parkinsons Disease support

· Grief journey

· Transforming grief into purpose

· Parkinsons Disease interviews

· Parkinsons Disease initiatives

· Innovative treatments for Parkinsons Disease

· Personal stories of Parkinsons warriors

· The role of caregivers in managing Parkinsons Disease

· Advancements in Parkinsons Disease research

· Impact of family support on Parkinsons Disease patients

· Mental health and chronic illness

· Community initiatives for Parkinsons awareness

· The importance of early diagnosis in Parkinsons Disease

· Fundraising for Parkinsons Disease research

· Personal journeys of advocacy and activism

Know more About Dr. George Ackerman

All Social can be found and linked here

https://linktr.ee/togetherforsharon

Website https://www.togetherforsharon.com/

Email [email protected]

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-ackerman-ph-d-esq-mba-00871a82/

TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@togetherforsharon1

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/togetherforsharon112020

Twitter/X https://twitter.com/togetherforsha1

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/togetherforsharon/

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YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIeBLOelhaLQNvgeNMzu-5g

Podcast Link https://www.togetherforsharon.com/podcast-interviews/

Interview link https://www.togetherforsharon.com/interview-index/

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Katherine Barner is a Grief & Trauma Expert, Award-Winning Author, and Licensed Psychotherapist. Katherine specializes in equipping Black women survivors of childhood sexual abuse as well as individuals recovering from significant loss with the skills to pursue and achieve, mental, emotional, and spiritual health leading to more productive and peaceful lives. Her ultimate goal is for survivors to know they do not have to live in the shadows of abuse.

In today's episode, Susan and Katherine talk about how every grieving person transits a unique path, how self-compassion and grace need to be practiced every day, granting space, understanding that it will take time to heal and that it is ok to just feel.

Key Takeaways:

• Katherine shares her grief story.
• People grieve in different ways.
• Grief is about loss, not only about death.
• Everyone grieves differently, it is not a linear process and depends directly on who died, how that person died, when it happened, and what the relationship with that person looked like.
• Give yourself grace while you are grieving, don't compare yourself with other people's grieving process.
• The fact that I am smiling doesn't mean that I am ok or happy.
• Grieving is also finding how the new normal will look like, and letting yourself enjoy life even when you are still hurting.
• There are some days that you will miss the person you lost more than others.
• Susan and Katherine talk about bravery and courage to deal with grief, not really about being or getting stronger.
• Katherine shares the ministry of presence: sometimes someone grieving just needs you to be there, in silence.
• You are still living and have a life to live.
• You don't have to feel bad about feeling bad!
• Not everyone can handle the weight of your grief and story, identify who can be there for you in this part of your journey.

Resources

Tendrilsofgrief.com

Email Susan: [email protected]

Meet Katherine Barner

Katherine is the founder of Sisters SpeakUp Society, a membership community for abuse survivors designed to provide inspiration, encouragement, support, and accountability for their journey toward healing and living the life they desire and deserve. Katherine earned her BA in Psychology from Spelman College, M.Ed. in Counseling from the University of North Texas. She is a certified ICISF crisis responder, Clinical Trauma Specialist, and trained EMDR practitioner. Katherine is the author of God Help Me, I'm Grieving: Finding Healing After Loss which won a 2018 Christian Literary Award, and is also a contributor to Today's Purpose Woman magazine.

Katherine and her husband reside in Texas and are proud parents of 4 adult children.

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Kristi Sachs is a Certified Mindfulness Practitioner. Her experience in Mindfulness and Meditations ranges from individuals seeking personal peace, to teen groups, to corporate groups looking for focus and clear goal making strategies. Kristi lost her best friend at a young age and it made her spiral into a place of hate and despair. She shares how she worked to get out of that place and how she found a sense of peace again.

Key Takeaways:

• Kristi shares her grief story.
• When Kristi lost her best friend, she was a mess and she didn't know how to process any of her feelings.
• Kristi's best friend was part of her soul. When she passed away, she lost part of who she was.
• Kristi knew she had to act in the best interest of her best friend's three children. She tried to be strong for them.
• Kristi had a dream of her best friend coming to her. She explains what that meant and feels like.
• Kristi put her grief and anger aside so that she could be present with the children. IT was her sole focus at that time.
• How did Kristi get out of her grief?
• Kristi hated everything. She was in a place of darkness. And she liked it.
• It's important to get outside of yourself. To see beyond yourself, and to find meaning in the little things.
• Grief is a beautiful reset button. Kristi shares how she learned how to be grateful again.
• What advice does Kristi have about grief?
• There is a new person that you grow into and you have to accept this new person in order for you to go forward.
• Take deep breaths and don't be afraid to cry.

Resources:

Workflowmindfulness.com

Kristi on LinkedIn

Welcome to the Tendrils of Grief podcast. Today, we have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Natasha P. Trujillo, a distinguished expert in the nuances of grief and loss. In her forthcoming book, "And She Was Never the Same Again," Dr. Trujillo challenges the notion of a "correct" way to grieve. She strongly advocates against the pathologization and over-medication of grief, emphasizing that it is a profoundly personal and natural process that should be embraced rather than suppressed.Drawing from both her academic studies and personal experiences, Dr. Trujillo has not only studied the theories and concepts surrounding grief but also lived them. Her journey serves as a testament to the transformative power of understanding and navigating grief, resonating deeply with those who encounter her work.Based in Denver, Colorado, Dr. Trujillo specializes in a wide array of issues, including grief, loss, eating disorders, trauma, life transitions, identity development, anxiety, depressive disorders, perfectionism, and performance psychology. She also works extensively with athletes and performers across the nation, both individually and within team settings.

Dr. Trujillo's holistic approach to healing and her unwavering commitment to her clients make her a beacon of hope and resilience in the mental health field. Join us to gain invaluable insights and compassionate guidance on navigating grief and finding strength in the journey.

Episode Highlights

· Grief and loss

· Dr. Natasha P. Trujillo

· Understanding grief

· Natural grieving process

· Challenges of grief

· Pathologization of grief

· Over-medication of grief

· Personal grief journey

· Transformative power of grief

· Grief support

· Denver grief specialist

· Mental health and grief

· Holistic healing

· Life transitions

· Identity development

· Performance psychology

· Anxiety and depressive disorders

· Trauma recovery

· Eating disorders therapy

· Grief and mental health

· Embracing natural grief processes

· Challenging the medicalization of grief

· Transforming grief into personal growth

· The role of spirituality in grief

· Integrating grief theories into real life

· Coping with loss in high-stress professions

· Mental health strategies for performers

· Overcoming perfectionism in grief

· Supporting athletes through life transitions

· Grief therapy approaches and best practices

Know more About Dr. Natasha P. Trujillo

LINKS:

NPT Website:npttherapy.com Instagram:instagram.com/npttherapy Facebook:facebook.com/npttherapy LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/natasha-p-trujillo-ph-d

Book : andshewasneverthesameagain.com

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Welcome to the Tendrils of Grief podcast. Today, I have a unique and exciting episode that I can't wait to share with you. I'm thrilled to be joined by Courtney Webber, a witch, writer, tarot advisor, and teacher. Courtney is the creator of Tarot of the Boroughs and the author of several books, including Hecate, The Morrigan, Brigid, and Tarot for One (I hope I pronounced those correctly!). She also contributes to Cancer Witch and co-hosts the That Witch Life podcast.

Courtney brings her own experiences with loss to the table, offering guidance as you navigate the challenging path of grief. She encourages incorporating your spirituality into the grieving process and shares stories that help you find your own way through. In this episode, you'll learn how to uncover the gifts that can arise from loss, cope without closure, and support others who are grieving. Her insights and her book provide the strength to keep moving forward and help you feel a little better each day.

Episode Highlights

· Grief Support

· Grief Journey

· Spirituality in Grief

· Healing from Loss

· Tarot and Grief

· Witchcraft and Healing

· Coping with Grief

· Personal Grief Stories

· Grief Resources

· Courtney Webber Author

· Tarot Advisor

· Witch Life Podcast

· Transforming Grief

· Grief Empowerment

· Navigating Loss

KNOW MORE ABOUT COURTNEY WEBBER

Courtney Weber (Portland, OR) is a witch, writer, tarot advisor, and teacher. She is the creator of Tarot of the Boroughs and the author of Hekate, The Morrigan, Brigid, and Tarot for One. She is also a contributor to Cancer Witch (9780738772837) and a cohost of That Witch Life podcast.

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