In this episode of The Mourning Coffee Podcast, I’m joined by Becky Aste, a somatic relationship coach who shares how unresolved loss and trauma live in the body and impact connection, trust, and intimacy. We talk about grief, nervous system survival, trauma bonding, and what real healing can look like inside long-term relationships.

If grief has ever made your relationship feel harder, heavier, or more complicated, this conversation is for you!

Becky's information:

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

Podcast: Your Breakthrough Blueprint: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-breakthrough-blueprint-with-becky-aste-for-the/id1676348200

I Do Breakthrough: https://www.idobreakthrough.com/

If this channel helps you and you’d like to support it, here are ways to keep it going:

BUY MY BOOK: Grief Sucks (But Your Life Doesn't Have To) visit: https://a.co/d/iFy7sLz

MAKE A DONATION: buymeacoffee.com/brookecarlock

Channel Memberships available through YouTube and Super Thanks and Donations on livestreams.

To read about Libby or make a donation/buy Live Like Libby merch (funds scholarships for dancers), visit livelikelibby.org

📝 FREE resources if you're struggling with grief: https://www.brookecarlock.org/resources

🔔 Subscribe for more content and share this video with someone who might need it. Together, let's navigate through grief with understanding and hope.

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💬 Honest Conversations on grief-related topics.

🎥 Behind-The-Scenes Videos showcasing real, unfiltered grief experiences.

📚 Insightful Articles & Resource Links to guide you through your grief journey.

🌟 Exclusive Details & Offers on upcoming products and services designed to support you.

*Disclosure: I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. Some posts may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission.

Things I talk about:

#grief #mentalhealth #Grief #griefjourney #depression #loss #grievingmommy #healing #healingvibes #remember #trauma #gonetoosoon #bereavement #griefstages #griefrecovery #posttraumaticgrowth #dailyaffirmations #griefsupport #griefsucks #grief #childloss #parentloss #lifehacks #normalizegrief #grieveoutloud #death #griefeducator #Grieving #HealingJourney #SelfCareInGrief #GriefAndHope #InspirationalTips #GriefAwareness #MentalHealth #OvercomingGrief #GriefJourney #GriefHealing.

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mourning-coffee-podcast6618/donations

In this powerful episode of The Mourning Coffee Podcast, I sit down with Dawn Simmons and Katie DeRouen of Simmons3, a nonprofit born from unimaginable tragedy. On December 17, 2021, Dawn’s three youngest children — Lindy, Christopher, and Kamryn — were killed in a horrific crash caused by a drunk driver. Dawn survived with critical injuries, and Katie, her oldest daughter, was left to navigate the heartbreaking aftermath.

Together, Dawn and Katie share their family’s journey through grief, resilience, and purpose. We talk about the night that changed everything, the birth of Simmons3, and their mission to save lives and honor their loved ones. This conversation is raw, real, and deeply inspiring.

Learn more about Simmons3 and support their mission at:

🌎 https://www.simmons3.org

To purchase my book, Grief Sucks (But Your Life Doesn't Have To), visit: https://a.co/d/bOWYcDh

📝 FREE resources if you're struggling with grief: https://www.brookecarlock.org/resources

💬 HelpTexts offers a full year of personalized grief support direct to your phone! Sign up using my link to save 10%! https://helptexts.com/brookecarlock

🔔 Subscribe for more content and share this video with someone who might need it. Together, let's navigate through grief with understanding and hope.

❤️ Your Thoughts Matter: Share your experiences or tips in the comments below. Your story could be the light someone needs in their dark times.

✏️ Take a quiz:

What's Your Grief Personality? https://ivlv.me/WuC3A

How Well Are You Balancing Life and Grief? https://ivlv.me/aYpqV

✅Sign up to my monthly newsletter here: https://www.brookecarlock.org/newsletter

💬 Honest Conversations on grief-related topics.

🎥 Behind-The-Scenes Videos showcasing real, unfiltered grief experiences.

📚 Insightful Articles & Resource Links to guide you through your grief journey.

🌟 Exclusive Details & Offers on upcoming products and services designed to support you.

*Disclosure: I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. Some posts may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission.

Things I talk about:

#grief #mentalhealth #Grief #griefjourney #depression #loss #grievingmommy #healing #healingvibes #remember #trauma #gonetoosoon #bereavement #griefstages #griefrecovery #posttraumaticgrowth #dailyaffirmations #griefsupport #griefsucks #grief #childloss #parentloss #lifehacks #normalizegrief #grieveoutloud #death #griefeducator #Grieving #HealingJourney #SelfCareInGrief #GriefAndHope #InspirationalTips #GriefAwareness #MentalHealth #OvercomingGrief #GriefJourney #GriefHealing.

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mourning-coffee-podcast6618/donations

In this episode of The Mourning Coffee Podcast, I sit down with Chelsea Ohlemiller—grief author, speaker, and the beautifully honest voice behind the blog Happiness, Hope & Harsh Realities. Chelsea lost her mom in 2017 and has since made it her mission to write the words so many grieving hearts need to hear—especially those navigating the deep, often overlooked ache of mother loss.

We talk about raising kids while grieving your own mom, the legacy we carry after loss, why she started writing, and what it means to keep showing up for life even when your heart is shattered. Chelsea’s warmth, wit, and wisdom shine through every part of this conversation.

If you’ve lost your mom—or someone you love deeply—you’ll find comfort and connection here.

🕊️ Learn more about Chelsea and read her blog:

https://hopeandharshrealities.com/

📘 Grab her book, Now That She’s Gone:

https://amzn.to/3G8ExCL

If this episode resonates with you, please give it a like, leave a comment, or share it with someone who needs to know they’re not alone.

☕ Let's keep the conversation going.

#griefpodcast #motherloss #chelseaohlemiller #themourningcoffee #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandhealing

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To purchase my book, Grief Sucks (But Your Life Doesn't Have To), visit: https://a.co/d/bOWYcDh

📝 FREE resources if you're struggling with grief: https://www.brookecarlock.org/resources

💬 HelpTexts offers a full year of personalized grief support direct to your phone! Sign up using my link to save 10%! https://helptexts.com/brookecarlock

🔔 Subscribe for more content and share this video with someone who might need it. Together, let's navigate through grief with understanding and hope.

❤️ Your Thoughts Matter: Share your experiences or tips in the comments below. Your story could be the light someone needs in their dark times.

✏️ Take a quiz:

What's Your Grief Personality? https://ivlv.me/WuC3A

How Well Are You Balancing Life and Grief? https://ivlv.me/aYpqV

✅Sign up to my monthly newsletter here: https://www.brookecarlock.org/newsletter

💬 Honest Conversations on grief-related topics.

🎥 Behind-The-Scenes Videos showcasing real, unfiltered grief experiences.

📚 Insightful Articles & Resource Links to guide you through your grief journey.

🌟 Exclusive Details & Offers on upcoming products and services designed to support you.

*Disclosure: I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. Some posts may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission.

Things I talk about:

#grief #mentalhealth #Grief #griefjourney #depression #loss #grievingmommy #healing #healingvibes #remember #trauma #gonetoosoon #bereavement #griefstages #griefrecovery #posttraumaticgrowth #dailyaffirmations #griefsupport #griefsucks #grief #childloss #parentloss #lifehacks #normalizegrief #grieveoutloud #death #griefeducator #Grieving #HealingJourney #SelfCareInGrief #GriefAndHope #InspirationalTips #GriefAwareness #MentalHealth #OvercomingGrief #GriefJourney #GriefHealing.

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mourning-coffee-podcast6618/donations

In this heartfelt episode of The Mourning Coffee Podcast, I sit down with Kelly Cervantes—award-winning writer, speaker, and author of the Inchstones blog and the books Normal Broken and upcoming book The Luckiest. Kelly opens up about the loss of her medically complex daughter, Adelaide, the emotional complexities of child loss, and the shifting identities of grief—from caregiver to advocate to what comes next.

You can find out more about Kelly at www.kellycervantes.com

To purchase my book, Grief Sucks (But Your Life Doesn't Have To), visit: https://a.co/d/bOWYcDh

📝 FREE resources if you're struggling with grief: https://www.brookecarlock.org/resources

💬 HelpTexts offers a full year of personalized grief support direct to your phone! Sign up using my link to save 10%! https://helptexts.com/brookecarlock

🔔 Subscribe for more content and share this video with someone who might need it. Together, let's navigate through grief with understanding and hope.

❤️ Your Thoughts Matter: Share your experiences or tips in the comments below. Your story could be the light someone needs in their dark times.

✏️ Take a quiz:

What's Your Grief Personality? https://ivlv.me/WuC3A

How Well Are You Balancing Life and Grief? https://ivlv.me/aYpqV

✅Sign up to my monthly newsletter here: https://www.brookecarlock.org/newsletter

💬 Honest Conversations on grief-related topics.

🎥 Behind-The-Scenes Videos showcasing real, unfiltered grief experiences.

📚 Insightful Articles & Resource Links to guide you through your grief journey.

🌟 Exclusive Details & Offers on upcoming products and services designed to support you.

*Disclosure: I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. Some posts may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission.

Things I talk about:

#grief #mentalhealth #Grief #griefjourney #depression #loss #grievingmommy #healing #healingvibes #remember #trauma #gonetoosoon #bereavement #griefstages #griefrecovery #posttraumaticgrowth #dailyaffirmations #griefsupport #griefsucks #grief #childloss #parentloss #lifehacks #normalizegrief #grieveoutloud #death #griefeducator #Grieving #HealingJourney #SelfCareInGrief #GriefAndHope #InspirationalTips #GriefAwareness #MentalHealth #OvercomingGrief #GriefJourney #GriefHealing.

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mourning-coffee-podcast6618/donations

Grief changes everything—including our relationships. In this episode of The Mourning Coffee Podcast, I sit down with grief coach, author, and podcaster Shelby Forsythia to discuss how grief impacts friendships and family dynamics, how it can reveal our deepest values, and why leaning into loss can help us grow. We also talk about Shelby’s podcast journey, from Grief Seeds to her upcoming show, Grief Grower.

If you’ve ever struggled with unsupportive friends or family after a loss, or if you’re searching for meaning in your grief, this conversation is for you.

🔔 Subscribe for more conversations about grief, healing, and mental health.

📌 Find Shelby Forsythia:

https://www.shelbyforsythia.com/

To purchase my book, Grief Sucks (But Your Life Doesn't Have To), visit: https://a.co/d/bOWYcDh

📝 FREE resources if you're struggling with grief: https://www.brookecarlock.org/resources

💬 HelpTexts offers a full year of personalized grief support direct to your phone! Sign up using my link to save 10%! https://helptexts.com/brookecarlock

🔔 Subscribe for more content and share this video with someone who might need it. Together, let's navigate through grief with understanding and hope.

❤️ Your Thoughts Matter: Share your experiences or tips in the comments below. Your story could be the light someone needs in their dark times.

✏️ Take a quiz:

What's Your Grief Personality? https://ivlv.me/WuC3A

How Well Are You Balancing Life and Grief? https://ivlv.me/aYpqV

✅Sign up to my monthly newsletter here: https://www.brookecarlock.org/newsletter

💬 Honest Conversations on grief-related topics.

🎥 Behind-The-Scenes Videos showcasing real, unfiltered grief experiences.

📚 Insightful Articles & Resource Links to guide you through your grief journey.

🌟 Exclusive Details & Offers on upcoming products and services designed to support you.

*Disclosure: I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. Some posts may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission.

Things I talk about:

#grief #mentalhealth #Grief #griefjourney #depression #loss #grievingmommy #healing #healingvibes #remember #trauma #gonetoosoon #bereavement #griefstages #griefrecovery #posttraumaticgrowth #dailyaffirmations #griefsupport #griefsucks #grief #childloss #parentloss #lifehacks #normalizegrief #grieveoutloud #death #griefeducator #Grieving #HealingJourney #SelfCareInGrief #GriefAndHope #InspirationalTips #GriefAwareness #MentalHealth #OvercomingGrief #GriefJourney #GriefHealing.

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mourning-coffee-podcast6618/donations

Grief is messy. It’s weird. And let’s be real—it’s something our culture still struggles to talk about. But today on The Mourning Coffee Podcast, I sat down with Meghan Riordan Jarvis, LCSW—therapist, author, TEDx speaker, and all-around grief expert—to unpack why we’re so bad at dealing with loss and how we can do better.

We talked about:

💔 The connection between grief & PTSD (yep, it’s a thing)

🏢 How workplaces should handle grief (spoiler: they usually don’t)

📖 Meghan's new book, Can Anyone Tell Me?

You can find Meghan at https://meghanriordanjarvis.com

To purchase my book, Grief Sucks (But Your Life Doesn't Have To), visit: https://a.co/d/bOWYcDh

📝 FREE resources if you're struggling with grief: https://www.brookecarlock.org/resources

💬 HelpTexts offers a full year of personalized grief support direct to your phone! Sign up using my link to save 10%! https://helptexts.com/brookecarlock

🔔 Subscribe for more content and share this video with someone who might need it. Together, let's navigate through grief with understanding and hope.

❤️ Your Thoughts Matter: Share your experiences or tips in the comments below. Your story could be the light someone needs in their dark times.

✏️ Take a quiz:

What's Your Grief Personality? https://ivlv.me/WuC3A

How Well Are You Balancing Life and Grief? https://ivlv.me/aYpqV

✅Sign up to my monthly newsletter here: https://www.brookecarlock.org/newsletter

💬 Honest Conversations on grief-related topics.

🎥 Behind-The-Scenes Videos showcasing real, unfiltered grief experiences.

📚 Insightful Articles & Resource Links to guide you through your grief journey.

🌟 Exclusive Details & Offers on upcoming products and services designed to support you.

*Disclosure: I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. Some posts may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission.

Things I talk about:

#grief #mentalhealth #Grief #griefjourney #depression #loss #grievingmommy #healing #healingvibes #remember #trauma #gonetoosoon #bereavement #griefstages #griefrecovery #posttraumaticgrowth #dailyaffirmations #griefsupport #griefsucks #grief #childloss #parentloss #lifehacks #normalizegrief #grieveoutloud #death #griefeducator #Grieving #HealingJourney #SelfCareInGrief #GriefAndHope #InspirationalTips #GriefAwareness #MentalHealth #OvercomingGrief #GriefJourney #GriefHealing.

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mourning-coffee-podcast6618/donations

After the sudden loss of her first husband in 2013, Donna Kendrick navigated the complexities of widowhood while raising three young children. That experience inspired her to pursue a career in financial planning, dedicated to supporting families through major life transitions. Donna is now a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ practitioner, founder of Sephton Financial, and author of the #1 Amazon Best Seller A Guide to Widowhood: Navigating the First Three Years, and hear latest book, A Guide for Blended Families: Merging Assets and Navigating Financial Challenges. You can find Donna at https://donnajeankendrick.com

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To purchase my book, Grief Sucks (But Your Life Doesn't Have To), visit: https://a.co/d/bOWYcDh

To donate to Live Like Libby, please visit https://livelikelibby.org

📝 FREE resources if you're struggling with grief: https://www.brookecarlock.org/resources

💬 HelpTexts offers a full year of personalized grief support direct to your phone! Sign up using my link to save 10%! https://helptexts.com/brookecarlock

🔔 Subscribe for more content and share this video with someone who might need it. Together, let's navigate through grief with understanding and hope.

❤️ Your Thoughts Matter: Share your experiences or tips in the comments below. Your story could be the light someone needs in their dark times.

✏️ Take a quiz:

What's Your Grief Personality? https://ivlv.me/WuC3A

How Well Are You Balancing Life and Grief? https://ivlv.me/aYpqV

✅Sign up to my monthly newsletter here: https://www.brookecarlock.org/newsletter

💬 Honest Conversations on grief-related topics.

🎥 Behind-The-Scenes Videos showcasing real, unfiltered grief experiences.

📚 Insightful Articles & Resource Links to guide you through your grief journey.

🌟 Exclusive Details & Offers on upcoming products and services designed to support you.

*Disclosure: I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. Some posts may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission.

Things I talk about:

#grief #mentalhealth #Grief #griefjourney #depression #loss #grievingmommy #healing #healingvibes #remember #trauma #gonetoosoon #bereavement #griefstages #griefrecovery #posttraumaticgrowth #dailyaffirmations #griefsupport #griefsucks #grief #childloss #parentloss #lifehacks #normalizegrief #grieveoutloud #death #griefeducator #Grieving #HealingJourney #SelfCareInGrief #GriefAndHope #InspirationalTips #GriefAwareness #MentalHealth #OvercomingGrief #GriefJourney #GriefHealing.

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mourning-coffee-podcast6618/donations

In this special episode, Brooke and David sit down on the three-year anniversary of their daughter Libby's death to discuss how they're coping.

To purchase my book, Grief Sucks (But Your Life Doesn't Have To), visit: https://a.co/d/bOWYcDh

📝 FREE resources if you're struggling with grief: https://www.brookecarlock.org/resources

💬 HelpTexts offers a full year of personalized grief support direct to your phone! Sign up using my link to save 10%! https://helptexts.com/brookecarlock

🔔 Subscribe for more content and share this video with someone who might need it. Together, let's navigate through grief with understanding and hope.

❤️ Your Thoughts Matter: Share your experiences or tips in the comments below. Your story could be the light someone needs in their dark times.

✏️ Take a quiz:

What's Your Grief Personality? https://ivlv.me/WuC3A

How Well Are You Balancing Life and Grief? https://ivlv.me/aYpqV

✅Sign up to my monthly newsletter here: https://www.brookecarlock.org/newsletter

💬 Honest Conversations on grief-related topics.

🎥 Behind-The-Scenes Videos showcasing real, unfiltered grief experiences.

📚 Insightful Articles & Resource Links to guide you through your grief journey.

🌟 Exclusive Details & Offers on upcoming products and services designed to support you.

*Disclosure: I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. Some posts may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission.

Things I talk about:

#grief #mentalhealth #Grief #griefjourney #depression #loss #grievingmommy #healing #healingvibes #remember #trauma #gonetoosoon #bereavement #griefstages #griefrecovery #posttraumaticgrowth #dailyaffirmations #griefsupport #griefsucks #grief #childloss #parentloss #lifehacks #normalizegrief #grieveoutloud #death #griefeducator #Grieving #HealingJourney #SelfCareInGrief #GriefAndHope #InspirationalTips #GriefAwareness #MentalHealth #OvercomingGrief #GriefJourney #GriefHealing.

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mourning-coffee-podcast6618/donations

n this episode of The Mourning Coffee Podcast, I sit down with Colin Campbell, author of Finding the Words: Working Through Profound Loss with Hope and Purpose, to discuss the raw reality of child loss and the complex journey of grief. Colin opens up about losing his two teenage children, Ruby and Hart, and shares how he’s found ways to honor their memory while navigating pain. We dive into the importance of being real about grief, embracing the messiness of mourning, and even finding moments of humor amidst the heartbreak. This honest and heartfelt conversation is a must-watch for anyone coping with profound loss or supporting someone who is.

Find Colin's book here: https://amzn.to/42oirp0

Colin's website: https://colincampbellauthor.com/

Colin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colincampbellwriter

To purchase my book, Grief Sucks (But Your Life Doesn't Have To), visit: https://a.co/d/bOWYcDh

To purchase my cookbook, "Bare Minimum Meals: Comfort Food for Hard Days," visit:

Kindle Version: https://amzn.to/3PBI9hW for Kindle

Printable Version: https://brookecarlock.org/products/p/bare-minimum-meals-comforting-recipes-for-hard-days

📝 FREE resources if you're struggling with grief: https://www.brookecarlock.org/resources

🔔 Subscribe for more content and share this video with someone who might need it. Together, let's navigate through grief with understanding and hope.

❤️ Your Thoughts Matter: Share your experiences or tips in the comments below. Your story could be the light someone needs in their dark times.

✏️ Take a quiz:

What's Your Grief Personality? https://ivlv.me/WuC3A

How Well Are You Balancing Life and Grief? https://ivlv.me/aYpqV

✅Sign up to my monthly newsletter here: https://www.brookecarlock.org/newsletter

*Disclosure: I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. Some posts may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission.

Things I talk about: #grief #mentalhealth #Grief #griefjourney #depression #loss #grievingmommy #healing #healingvibes #remember #trauma #gonetoosoon #bereavement #griefstages #griefrecovery #posttraumaticgrowth #dailyaffirmations #griefsupport #griefsucks #grief #childloss #parentloss #lifehacks #normalizegrief #grieveoutloud #death #griefeducator #Grieving #HealingJourney #SelfCareInGrief #GriefAndHope #InspirationalTips #GriefAwareness #MentalHealth #OvercomingGrief #GriefJourney #GriefHealing.

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mourning-coffee-podcast6618/donations

I'm thrilled to welcome Lisa Keefauver to the Mourning Coffee Podcast. Lisa is a grief activist, author, and the host of the acclaimed podcast Grief is a Sneaky Bitch. Lisa has spent nearly two decades helping people navigate life's challenges, informed not just by her professional expertise, but also her deeply personal experiences, including the loss of her husband and her breast cancer diagnosis. You can find her at https://lisakeefauver.com.

To purchase my book, Grief Sucks (But Your Life Doesn't Have To), visit: https://a.co/d/bOWYcDh

To purchase my cookbook, "Bare Minimum Meals: Comfort Food for Hard Days," visit:

Kindle Version: https://amzn.to/3PBI9hW for Kindle

Printable Version: https://brookecarlock.org/products/p/bare-minimum-meals-comforting-recipes-for-hard-days

📝 FREE resources if you're struggling with grief: https://www.brookecarlock.org/resources

🔔 Subscribe for more content and share this video with someone who might need it. Together, let's navigate through grief with understanding and hope.

❤️ Your Thoughts Matter: Share your experiences or tips in the comments below. Your story could be the light someone needs in their dark times.

✏️ Take a quiz:

What's Your Grief Personality? https://ivlv.me/WuC3A

How Well Are You Balancing Life and Grief? https://ivlv.me/aYpqV

✅Sign up to my monthly newsletter here: https://www.brookecarlock.org/newsletter

*Disclosure: I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. Some posts may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission.

Things I talk about: #grief #mentalhealth #Grief #griefjourney #depression #loss #grievingmommy #healing #healingvibes #remember #trauma #gonetoosoon #bereavement #griefstages #griefrecovery #posttraumaticgrowth #dailyaffirmations #griefsupport #griefsucks #grief #childloss #parentloss #lifehacks #normalizegrief #grieveoutloud #death #griefeducator #Grieving #HealingJourney #SelfCareInGrief #GriefAndHope #InspirationalTips #GriefAwareness #MentalHealth #OvercomingGrief #GriefJourney #GriefHealing.

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mourning-coffee-podcast6618/donations