In this episode, I sit down with Dina Gachman to explore her experience of profound loss after the deaths of her mother and sister. We discuss how grief reshaped her life and inspired her memoir, "So Sorry for Your Loss." Dina shares the realities of grieving two very different losses—one anticipated, one sudden—and how rituals, family connections, spirituality, and even food played a role in her healing journey. We also talk about cultural differences around death, the comfort of shared memories, and ways to support others through mourning. Join us as we navigate the challenges of grief, the questions it raises, and the importance of community and self-compassion. Visit our podcast page for resources, Dina’s work, and more on integrating loss into everyday life.

TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW

0:00 – Welcoming Dina: Introducing Grief, Loss, and Intuition

1:45 – Dina’s Journey into Grief Writing

4:13 – Comparing Anticipated Versus Sudden Loss

8:02 – Navigating Returning Waves of Grief

10:28 – Managing Anniversaries and Grief Avalanches

13:53 – Finding Meaning in Rituals and Everyday Connections

17:10 – The Comfort and Connection of Food During Grief

23:23 – Collective Family Grief and Changing Relationships

25:06 – Spirituality, Synchronicity, and Signs from Loved Ones

33:26 – “So Sorry for Your Loss”

37:00 – Dina’s Continuing Work and Closing Reflections

Dina Gachman:

https://www.dinagachmanwrites.com/

IG: dgachman

https://bsky.app/profile/dgachman.bsky.social

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