In today’s episode, we ask the question: “Is it really depression? Or could it be unresolved grief?”

#grief #griefsupport #griefrecovery #complicatedgrief #prolongedgrief #traumaticgrief #disenfranchisedgrief #arttherapy #expressivearts #narrativetherapy #depression

Topics in this Episode

* Many People Misinterpret Grief-Related Symptoms (0:30)

* Prolonged Grief is Often Misdiagnosed as Depression (0:43)

* Research: Prolonged Grief & Clinical Depression Share Symptoms (0:47)

* Signs It Might Be Grief and Not Depression (1:04)

* Simple Somatic Exercise (1:39)

Memorable Quote

"It truly is a case of ‘till death do us part.’ "

Healing Links

Self-Study Healing Suite: Grief Therapy in a Box

1:1 Coaching Program: Evolving through LossSupporting Links

Study: “Testing Grief vs. Depression”

If you’re a woman navigating incessant grief after profound personal loss, and you wish to effectively process and “complete” that grief (without ever “forgetting”), explore my revolutionary and critically-acclaimed, self-paced healing suite, Grief Therapy in a Box.” If you’re more the 1:1 coaching type, check out my Evolving through Loss program.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nelsonpahlphd.substack.com

In today’s episode, we explore pet loss and why it’s a very real and, oftentimes, troublesome form of grief.

#grief #griefsupport #griefrecovery #complicatedgrief #prolongedgrief #traumaticgrief #disenfranchisedgrief #arttherapy #expressivearts #narrativetherapy #petloss

Topics in this Episode

* Pet Loss Can Be More Intense than Human Death-Grief (0:54)

* Losing a Pet Creates a Significant Void in Our Life (1:41)

* Companion Animals Continue to Our Wellbeing (2:04)

* Research: Pets Increase Our Self-Esteem (2:12)

* The Loss of a Pet Changes Our Routine (2:36)

Memorable Quote

"It truly is a case of ‘till death do us part.’ "

Healing Links

Self-Study Healing Suite: Grief Therapy in a Box

1:1 Coaching Program: Evolving through LossSupporting Links

Study: “Friends With Benefits”

If you’re a woman navigating incessant grief after profound personal loss, and you wish to effectively process and “complete” that grief (without ever “forgetting”), explore my revolutionary and critically-acclaimed, self-paced healing suite, Grief Therapy in a Box.” If you’re more the 1:1 coaching type, check out my Evolving through Loss program.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nelsonpahlphd.substack.com

In today’s episode, we’ll discuss how unresolved grief can drain executive drive.

#grief #griefsupport #griefrecovery #griefinleadership #complicatedgrief #prolongedgrief #traumaticgrief #disenfranchisedgrief #arttherapy #expressivearts #narrativetherapy #executivegrief

Topics in this Episode

* For High-Performers, Unresolved Grief Doesn’t Just Hurt (0:26)

* Research: Unresolved Grief Impairs 3 Pillars of Leadership (0:35)

* Leaders Lose Access to Autonomous Motivation (0:46)

* Many Founders Remain Frozen in Their Grief (1:05)

* A Leader’s Grief Can De-Motivate an Entire Organization (1:19)

Memorable Quote

"Grief doesn’t stay silent; it echoes across teams. "

Healing Links

Self-Study Healing Suite: Grief Therapy in a Box

1:1 Coaching Program: Evolving through LossSupporting Links

Study: “Unresolved Grief Impairs 3 Pillars of Leadership”

Study: “Lived Experience of Leaders with Unresolved Grief”

Study: “Unresolved Grief is a Silent Drain on Organizations”

If you’re a woman navigating incessant grief after profound personal loss, and you wish to effectively process and “complete” that grief (without ever “forgetting”), explore my revolutionary and critically-acclaimed, self-paced healing suite, Grief Therapy in a Box.” If you’re more the 1:1 coaching type, check out my Evolving through Loss program.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nelsonpahlphd.substack.com

In today’s episode, we’ll explore the ways unresolved grief can cloud the strategic thinking of female leaders.

#grief #griefsupport #griefrecovery #griefinleadership #complicatedgrief #prolongedgrief #traumaticgrief #disenfranchisedgrief #arttherapy #expressivearts #narrativetherapy

Topics in this Episode

* Grief Impairs Executive Functions (0:41)

* Unresolved Grief Disrupts Identity and Adaptability (0:53)

* For Entrepreneurs, Grief Distorts Judgment (1:04)

Memorable Quote

"Unresolved grief…distorts strategic thinking at the highest levels. "

Healing Links

Self-Study Healing Suite: Grief Therapy in a Box

1:1 Coaching Program: Evolving through LossSupporting Links

Study: “Bereavement and Unresolved Grief”

Study: “Entrepreneurs & Psychological Ownership”

Study: “Grief and Risk Taking After Loss”Next Episode: How Unresolved Grief Affects Decision-Making

If you’re a woman navigating incessant grief after profound personal loss, and you wish to effectively process and “complete” that grief (without ever “forgetting”), explore my revolutionary and critically-acclaimed, self-paced healing suite, Grief Therapy in a Box.” If you’re more the 1:1 coaching type, check out my Evolving through Loss program.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nelsonpahlphd.substack.com

Episode #26

In this episode, the first in a 3-part series, we explore how unresolved grief hampers your leadership by consuming cognitive bandwidth.

#Grief #GriefSupport #GriefHelp #GriefRecovery #HealGrief #GriefHealing #GriefPodcast #HealingAfterLoss #ComplicatedGrief #ProlongedGrief #TraumaticGrief #ArtTherapy #ExpressiveArts #NarrativeTherapy #LeadershipthroughLoss #ExecutiveGrief

Topics in this Episode

* Grief Consumes Mental Resources Leadership Depends On (0:51)

* Leaders Begin Reacting Rather than Strategically Responding (1:15)

* How Unresolved Grief Harms Innovation (1:20)

* Support Systems Aren’t Optional. They’re Strategic. (1:31)

Memorable Quote

"Unresolved grief…traps leaders in repetitive, protective thought loops "

Healing Links

Self-Study Healing Suite: Grief Therapy in a Box

1:1 Coaching Program: Evolving through LossSupporting Links

Study: “Complicated Grief Lowers Cognitive Function”

Study: “Structural Brain Changes and Complicated Grief”

Study: “Prolonged Grief and Cognitive Decline”Next Episode: How Unresolved Grief Affects Strategic Thinking

If you’re a woman navigating incessant grief after profound personal loss, and you wish to effectively process and “complete” that grief (without ever “forgetting”), explore my revolutionary and critically-acclaimed, self-paced healing suite, Grief Therapy in a Box.” If you’re more the 1:1 coaching type, check out my Evolving through Loss program.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nelsonpahlphd.substack.com

Episode #25

Today, I’d like to discuss what’s been termed as “The 5 Stages of Grief.” In this episode, we’ll explore whether or not this grief cliche is a legitimate way to approach grief, especially complicated grief or prolonged grief.

#Grief #GriefSupport #GriefHelp #GriefRecovery #HealGrief #GriefHealing #GriefPodcast #HealingAfterLoss #ComplicatedGrief #ProlongedGrief #TraumaticGrief #ArtTherapy #ExpressiveArts #NarrativeTherapy #Identity #GriefStatistics #5StagesofGrief

Topics in this Episode

* Background on “The 5 Stages” (0:28)

* Denial (1:24)

* Anger (1:37)

* Bargaining (2:06)

* Depression (2:36)

* Acceptance (3:23)

Memorable Quote

"All grief is…unique."

Healing Links

Self-Study Healing Suite: Grief Therapy in a Box

1:1 Coaching Program: Evolving through LossSupporting Links

Study: “Kubler-Ross Stages of Dying”

Next Episode: When an Emotional Experience Becomes Cognitive

If you’re a woman navigating incessant grief after profound personal loss, and you wish to effectively process and “complete” that grief (without ever “forgetting”), explore my revolutionary and critically-acclaimed, self-paced healing suite, Grief Therapy in a Box.” If you’re more the 1:1 coaching type, check out my Evolving through Loss program.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nelsonpahlphd.substack.com

Episode #24

In today’s episode, we discuss why grief doesn’t heal itself.

#Grief #GriefSupport #GriefHelp #GriefRecovery #HealGrief #GriefHealing #GriefPodcast #HealingAfterLoss #ComplicatedGrief #ProlongedGrief #TraumaticGrief #ArtTherapy #ExpressiveArts #NarrativeTherapy

Topics in this Episode

* Does Time Really Heal All Wounds? (0:31)

* Grief Burrows Deep Into Our Subconscious (0:53)

Memorable Quote

"Unresolved grief simply…festers."

Healing Links

Self-Study Healing Suite: Grief Therapy in a Box

1:1 Coaching Program: Evolving through Loss

Next Episode: Why the 5 Stages are a Myth

If you’re a woman navigating incessant grief after profound personal loss, and you wish to effectively process and “complete” that grief (without ever “forgetting”), explore my revolutionary and critically-acclaimed, self-paced healing suite, Grief Therapy in a Box.” If you’re more the 1:1 coaching type, check out my Evolving through Loss program.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nelsonpahlphd.substack.com

Episode #23

In today’s episode, we’ll discuss the statistics surrounding grief in America, providing proof you’re certainly not alone in how you feel.

#Grief #GriefSupport #GriefHelp #GriefRecovery #HealGrief #GriefHealing #GriefPodcast #HealingAfterLoss #ComplicatedGrief #ProlongedGrief #TraumaticGrief #ArtTherapy #ExpressiveArts #NarrativeTherapy #Identity #GriefStatistics

Topics in this Episode

* How Many Americans Are Currently Grieving? (0:51)

* How Many of Those Experience Complicated Grief? (1:00)

* How Many Believe Grief Has an Expiration Date? (1:19)

Memorable Quote

"Proof…you’re certainly not alone."

Healing Links

Self-Study Healing Suite: Grief Therapy in a Box

1:1 Coaching Program: Evolving through LossSupporting Links

Commentary: “Grief Statistics & Figures”

Next Episode: Grief Doesn’t Resolve Itself

If you’re a woman navigating incessant grief after profound personal loss, and you wish to effectively process and “complete” that grief (without ever “forgetting”), explore my revolutionary and critically-acclaimed, self-paced healing suite, Grief Therapy in a Box.” If you’re more the 1:1 coaching type, check out my Evolving through Loss program.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nelsonpahlphd.substack.com

Episode #22

In today’s episode, we discuss disenfranchised grief and how it contributes to loneliness and depression.

#Grief #GriefSupport #GriefHelp #GriefRecovery #HealGrief #GriefHealing #GriefPodcast #HealingAfterLoss #ComplicatedGrief #ProlongedGrief #TraumaticGrief #ArtTherapy #ExpressiveArts #NarrativeTherapy #Identity

Topics in this Episode

* What is Disenfranchised Grief? (0:36)

* What Research Says (0:42)

* A Sacred Counter-Practice (0:58)

Memorable Quote

"Visibility starts with self-witnessing."

Healing Links

Self-Study Healing Suite: Grief Therapy in a Box

1:1 Coaching Program: Evolving through LossSupporting Links

Study: “Social Acknowledgement and Grief Severity”

Next Episode: Grief Statistics & Figures

If you’re a woman navigating incessant grief after profound personal loss, and you wish to effectively process and “complete” that grief (without ever “forgetting”), explore my revolutionary and critically-acclaimed, self-paced healing suite, Grief Therapy in a Box.” If you’re more the 1:1 coaching type, check out my Evolving through Loss program.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nelsonpahlphd.substack.com

Episode #21

In today’s episode, we explore how our identities actually transform, or personalities change, after the loss of a close loved one. We examine the research, and I provide an easy exercise to help you along your path.

#Grief #GriefSupport #GriefHelp #GriefRecovery #HealGrief #GriefHealing #GriefPodcast #HealingAfterLoss #ComplicatedGrief #ProlongedGrief #TraumaticGrief #ArtTherapy #ExpressiveArts #NarrativeTherapy #Identity

Topics in this Episode

* A Certain Part of Our Identity Dies One (0:23)

* Research Finds Grief Literally Rewired Neural Networks (0:33)

* An Effective Short Exercise (0:49)

Memorable Quote

"When someone we love dies, something inside us often dies, too."

Healing Links

Self-Study Healing Suite: Grief Therapy in a Box

1:1 Coaching Program: Evolving through LossSupporting Links

Study: “Neural Networks Rewired After Loss”

Next Episode: Grief Statistics & Figures

If you’re a woman navigating incessant grief after profound personal loss, and you wish to effectively process and “complete” that grief (without ever “forgetting”), explore my revolutionary and critically-acclaimed, self-paced healing suite, Grief Therapy in a Box.” If you’re more the 1:1 coaching type, check out my Evolving through Loss program.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nelsonpahlphd.substack.com