Good Mourning
Sally Douglas and Imogen Carn
Good Mourning shines a light on what loss is really like with honesty, hope and humour. Hosts Sally Douglas and Imogen Carn are two mates who are authentic, truthful, a little bit sweary, and on a mission to help others feel less alone.Sal and Im chat with inspiring guests about grief, mental health, resilience, and self-development – no topic is taboo. It's more than just a podcast; it's a supportive community where you'll find understanding and connection. Whether you're seeking honest advice, relatable stories, or transformative support for life's challenges, Good Mourning is your go-to resource. Join the Good Mourning commu...
GM x RoB Mind-Body Mini Series: It’s Not You, It’s Your Nervous System
Ever felt foggy, anxious, or totally shut down after a loss? In this episode, we dive into the nervous system with Lynsey Chan, breaking down what’s actually going on in the body when we’re grieving. From understanding the stress response to practical tools for calming your system, this one’s a must-listen.Want more? We’ve got you. If the podcast has helped you, this is how you can help us keep it going 💛Shop our grief and loss affirmation cards and mugs here.Grab a copy of our book here.Join o
Apr 24, • 31:19
GM x RoB Mind-Body Mini Series: When Grief Gets Physical
In this powerful opening episode of our mind-body mini-series, we’re joined by breathwork and somatic healing expert Lynsey Chan to explore how grief, trauma, and stress live in the body. We talk about how the body stores emotion, the different ways it can show up, and why creating safety in the body is a vital part of healing.Want to experience this work for yourself? Watch our free event replay with Lynsey: https://fierce-thinker-9774.ck.page/d8a672cfd1Huge thanks to our sponsor, JAX Healing R
Apr 10, • 43:28
BONUS: Catching Up on Bali + Energy Healing + Deep Transformation with Rebecca Jax
We’re back with a special bonus episode and have fan-favourite Rebecca Jax returning to the pod! Her 2021 interview was one of our most popular to date. Now, after experiencing her Kundalini Energy Healing retreat in Bali, we had to get her back to unpack the deep, transformative work we went through.In this chat, we dive into what Kundalini energy really is, why grief and trauma get stored in the body, and how somatic healing can help us release emotions we didn’t even realise we were holding.
Mar 27, • 42:03
SEASON FINALE! A Life Update + Unpacking Grief, Shame and Guilt with David Kessler
It's our season finale and what a season it's been! Today we're joined by the OG grief educator and author David Kessler to delve into the unspoken complexities of loss.We chat about coping with ‘the life you didn’t get’, shame, guilt and new year grief. As always with David, it's a conversation packed with valuable insights no matter your loss.FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our exclusive session here: http://ti
Jan 23, • 50:04
Resetting Your Nervous System: How Grief Impacts Your Body with Jessica Maguire
In this episode we’re speaking to Jessica Maguire, a nervous system educator and author of The Nervous System Reset, to explore the mind-body connection and its role in navigating grief.Jessica shares her expertise on how grief impacts the body, the science behind the vagus nerve, how to regulate your nervous system during times of intense pain, and ways to bring your body back into balance.If you’re searching for ways to calm an overwhelmed nervous system, better understand the vagus nerve, or
Jan 9, • 37:59
Healing Intergenerational Trauma: Breaking the Cycle with Dr. Mariel Buqué
We’re joined by Dr. Mariel Buqué, psychologist and author of Break the Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma.Dr. Buqué shares her expertise on how trauma is passed down through generations and its profound impact on our lives, from emotional stress responses to behavioural patterns shaped by family history.We delve into the science behind intergenerational trauma, exploring the genetic and emotional stress cycles that keep trauma alive in families. Dr. Buqué explains how the mind-bo
Dec 26, 2024 • 51:26
BONUS: A Meditation to Navigate Grief with Fleur Chambers
In this special bonus episode, we’re sharing the replay of an exclusive meditation session we held in The Good Mourning Club with award-winning meditation teacher Fleur Chambers. Designed to help you reconnect with your body, heart, and the natural world, this gentle yet powerful practice offers a unique pathway to navigate the complex emotions of grief.Whether you’re seeking solace, clarity, or a moment of stillness, Fleur’s guided meditation invites you to tune into the wisdom within, helping
Dec 19, 2024 • 40:46
Coping with Christmas: Advice and Stories for Grievers
Christmas is incredibly tough when you're grieving. In this episode, we're featuring your stories and advice on navigating the holiday season, as well as advice from some of our previous podcast guests! Whether you're seeking solidarity in grief or reassurance that you're not alone, this episode is here for you. FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our exclusive session here: http://tiny.cc/gmeventreplay Hosted o
Dec 12, 2024 • 35:34
Signs from the Other Side: Your Amazing Stories!
We’re back with another episode diving into a fan-favourite topic: signs from the other side. Whether you’ve been asking for a sign or are curious about connections with the afterlife, this episode is packed with real stories and powerful experiences.Join us as we share our own recent encounters with signs from the other side, including Sal’s recent psychic reading. Plus, we feature some incredible stories from our community that highlight the subtle, yet meaningful ways our loved ones reach out
Nov 28, 2024 • 42:38
Life is Tough, But So Are You: Facing The Big C and Building Resilience with Briony Benjamin
In this episode, we chat with Briony Benjamin, cancer survivor and author of Life is Tough, But So Are You, about her journey through a shocking Hodgkin's lymphoma diagnosis at just 31. After 18 months of seeking answers from doctors, Briony finally faced "The Big C" – and her life was turned upside down.Briony opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of cancer treatment, including the physical toll of losing her hair, the complexities of freezing her eggs, and the power of having a supportive
Nov 14, 2024 • 55:34
The Afterlife, Signs, and Emotional Healing with Psychic Medium John Edward
In today's episode, we're joined by renowned psychic medium, John Edward, for an eye-opening conversation about grief, the afterlife, and how to ask for signs. John shares personal stories of loss why understanding the ‘language of energy’ can help us recognise everyday signs of connection from the other side, and he also shares his powerful perspective on why the second year of grief can be surprisingly harder. Find out more about John’s tour dates here: https://johnedward.net/events/FREE EVENT
Oct 31, 2024 • 59:20
Brain Fog and Burnout: How Grief Affects You Physically
Grieving isn’t just about emotions, it hits us physically, too. One of the most surprising things about grief that we often aren't prepared for is is just how physical it can be. So in this episode, we're digging into grief brain and how grief impacts the body. From exhaustion and brain fog to heartache, insomnia, and even those annoying chronic aches, the grieving body goes through a lot. We'll share real stories from our community, plus practical tips on how to cope with the impact of grief an
Oct 17, 2024 • 48:27
What Actually Happens When We Die? With Dr. Kathryn Mannix, Palliative Care Expert
Have you ever wondered, What is dying really like? In this compelling and comforting episode we dive deep into the realities of the dying process with Dr. Kathryn Mannix, a leading figure in palliative care. Dr. Mannix shares her profound experiences and stories from her work with dying patients, offering insights that challenge common misconceptions about death and the so-called “death rattle.”Whether you're curious about what actually happens as we die, or seeking comfort after losing a loved
Oct 3, 2024 • 47:38
Our 4th Birthday! How Grief Changes – Our Lessons and Yours!
Join us as we celebrate four years of Good Mourning! In this special episode, we reflect on our personal grief journeys and how our understanding of loss has evolved over time. We’ll dive into the lessons we’ve learned, the challenges we’ve faced, and the ways in which grief continues to shape our lives. Plus, we’re honoured to share heartfelt messages from our incredible community, offering insights into how Good Mourning has impacted their own healing.FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of g
Sep 19, 2024 • 55:16
Intuition and the Afterlife with Legendary Medium Allison DuBois
We are back for a new season, and to kick off, legendary medium Allison DuBois joins us. We catch up on what we've been up to and talk to Allison about how the spirit world communicates with us, how to connect with loved ones who have crossed over, and what exactly it means to tune into your intuition. She also spills the tea on THAT infamous Real Housewives TV scene.FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our exclu
Sep 5, 2024 • 1:19:14
End of Life Experiences and the Other Side with Nurse Hadley
Today's guest is the social media star and palliative care nurse Hadley Vlahos (aka Nurse Hadley), who shares her fascinating insights into end-of-life care. She recounts experiences where patients have seen their deceased loved ones, how these encounters have deeply influenced her belief in the afterlife, and the profound impact of these moments on both patients and caregivers.Hadley's personal journey, marked by a significant death that reshaped her religious beliefs, is the inspiration behind
Jun 13, 2024 • 46:09
The 3 Attachment Styles and How They Impact Your Relationships with Julie Menanno
Loss impacts relationships—some grow stronger, some strain, and some fracture entirely. So, how can we cultivate relationships that feel secure and safe as we navigate life’s challenges?Our guest today helps us explore just that. Julie Menanno is the author of Secure Love and a Family Therapist, which specialises in emotionally focused therapy for couples. She shares how we can create healthier relationships, how different attachment styles behave and react to others, how to break codependency c
May 30, 2024 • 49:56
Sal's Tough Life Decision to be Childfree
In today's episode, we're sharing untold parts of Sal's story and how losing her mum came at a time when she was making a pivotal life choice of whether or not to have children. Sal shares her journey of grappling with the decision. From early doubts to a pivotal miscarriage that made her question her desires and societal expectations, the loneliness she felt and how she coped without having her mum to talk to. Despite fears of judgement and feeling like an outlier, Sal's decision has been
May 16, 2024 • 41:01
BONUS: Unpacking Mother Loss with Zoe Marshall
For this bonus Mother’s Day episode, Zoe Marshall, host of The Deep podcast, joins us to talk about the long-lasting impacts of mother loss. Zoe gets vulnerable about losing her mum, Jan, when she was 20. From coping with toxic family dynamics to raising children without your mum, this conversation explores the heartache – and hope – of life without your mum.Connect with Zoe on Instagram at @zoebmarshall.A big thanks to this season’s sponsor Picaluna Beautiful FuneralsConnect with usJoin our gri
May 11, 2024 • 1:09:37
How to Find Hope After Loss with Rosie Batty
After tragedy, how do we find hope? We explore That question with today's incredible guest, Rosie Batty. Rosie is a Domestic Violence Campaigner and Author of two books, including her latest, Hope. In 2014, Rosie's son, Luke, was murdered in front of her by his father. Ten years later, Rosie wrote a memoir about what it takes to get through the worst of times and – although she once felt she had lost all hope – how she is finding it again.Buy Rosie’s new book, Hope, here.White Ribbon Australia -
May 2, 2024 • 58:42
Coping When Relationships and Friendships End
In this highly requested episode, we dive into all the different emotions and challenges people face when relationships end with romantic partners, close friends, or family members. Through candid conversations we share practical coping strategies and community experiences, offering a beacon of hope for those grappling with the aftermath of relationship loss. A big thanks to this season’s sponsor Picaluna Beautiful FuneralsJoin our grief support membership waitlist here.Buy our book Good Mournin
Apr 18, 2024 • 48:41
The Power of Grief Dreams with Dr Joshua Black
If you've ever wanted to know more about your grief dreams and what they are, today's guest will fascinate you. Dr. Joshua Black is a grief researcher, host of the Grief Dreams Podcast and the leading academic expert in grief dreams whose work focuses on dreams and continuing bonds after loss, including prenatal and pet loss. We explore what grief dreams can mean, what they teach us, the most common types, the difference between grief dreams and visitation dreams, and more.FREE EVENT REPLAY
Apr 4, 2024 • 48:27
How to Cope with Grief at Work
Returning to work after a loss can be one of the most challenging experiences. Given that we spend a third of our lives at work, it’s essential to know how to cope with grief at work. In this episode, we share the experiences and advice from our community about grieving and working and how to support yourself and others. Whether you’re coping with loss or supporting someone who is, this episode is a must-listen.A big thanks to this season’s sponsor Picaluna Beautiful FuneralsConnect with usJoin
Mar 21, 2024 • 53:14
Grief, Sleep and Understanding Your Chronotype with Olivia Arezzolo
In today's BONUS episode, Olivia Arezzolo, Australia's leading sleep expert, joins us. We pick Olivia's brains about why grief impacts our sleep, common sleep misconceptions, identifying your chronotype and how that can be a game-changer, and sleep hygiene's do's and don'ts. Olivia dissects sleep science into easily digestible advice. Whether you're grieving or not, we can all learn a lot from this conversation.Connect with Olivia at oliviaarezzolo.com.au.Connect with usJoin our grief support me
Mar 14, 2024 • 45:24
The Neuroscience of the Grieving Brain with Dr Mary-Frances O’Connor
Have you ever wondered how grief impacts your brain? Today, we are joined by the renowned grief neuroscientist and psychologist Dr Mary-Frances O'Connor, author of The Grieving Brain: The Surprising Science of How We Learn from Love and Loss.Mary Frances is the authority on the neurology of grief, and in this conversation, she shares her scientific research and practical knowledge about how our brains respond to loss. It's a fascinating must-listen for anyone coping with grief or supporting some
Mar 7, 2024 • 51:26
Imogen’s Untold Story: Unravelling a Web of Lies
We’re back with a brand new season of Good Mourning, and in this first episode, Im delves into the untold parts of her story following her mother’s suicide in February 2020.In the depths of her grief, Im unearthed a devastating revelation – the person her mother had married was not at all who she said she was. In the following months, Im went on to investigate who this woman was, and what she uncovered was unbelievable. She shared her story with Journalist Emily Baker late la
Feb 29, 2024 • 1:07:25
BONUS: How to Survive Christmas When You’re Grieving
Ah, Christmas – it’s a tough time of year when you’re grieving. So today we’re sharing your experiences and tips on how to get through the festive season. If you need some griefy solidarity or to hear you’re not alone, then this episode is for you.FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our exclusive session here: http://tiny.cc/gmeventreplay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 14, 2023 • 33:40
Our 100th Episode! How Grief Evolves – Our Reflections and Yours!
It’s our 100th episode and Season 7 finale! To honour this milestone, we reflect on how our grief has evolved since starting the podcast three years ago. We also share messages and reflections from our community of listeners on their grief journey.Connect with usJoin our grief support membership waitlist here.Buy our book Good Mourning: Honest Conversations About Grief and Loss, here: linktr.ee/goodmourningpodcastFollow us on Instagram at @goodmourningpodcastShare your story on My Tributes here
Nov 9, 2023 • 1:17:23
A Neurosurgeon's Journey into the Afterlife with Eben Alexander
Harvard Neurosurgeon Eben Alexander joins us to share his incredible near-death experience and what it taught him about life. Eben is the author of several incredible books, including the bestselling Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon's Journey into the Afterlife, which he joins us to talk about. In 2008, he was put into a medically induced coma after falling gravely ill with acute bacterial meningoencephalitis, which has a 90% mortality rate. What happened from there is against all odds.
Oct 26, 2023 • 52:15
BONUS: Pregnancy and Infant Loss with Samantha Payne
We are joined by Samantha Payne, co-founder and CEO of The Pink Elephants Support Network, for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Sam shares the impact of miscarriage, how to support yourself and others, and how she’s advocating for change.FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our exclusive session here: http://tiny.cc/gmeventreplay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 14, 2023 • 31:43
Rebuilding Your Life as a Widow with Karen Sutton
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Karen Sutton, who lost her husband Simon suddenly in 2016. As the UK’s first widow coach, she shares the tools and strategies she’s learned to rebuild her life as a single parent to two young girls. We explore the magnitude of secondary losses as a widow, navigating changing social dynamics, the most common experiences she hears from her widowed clients, and why there are no stages of grief.FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how
Oct 12, 2023 • 1:03:24
Your INCREDIBLE Signs Stories (Part 2)
We’re back for part two, sharing more of your signs and spirituality stories.FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our exclusive session here: http://tiny.cc/gmeventreplay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 28, 2023 • 29:29
Grief, Relationships and Boundaries with Eleanor Haley and Litsa Williams (aka What’s Your Grief)
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Eleanor Haley and Litsa Williams, who some of you may recognise as founders of the popular grief support website What’s Your Grief, and authors of the book under the same name.As mental health professionals working in the field of grief and loss, we got to pick their brains about why relationships change after loss, grieving complicated relationships (ambiguous grief), grieving styles, and the importance of boundaries and how to set them. No mat
Sep 14, 2023 • 1:02:41
Signs and spirituality plus incredible community stories
We’re back discussing another fan-favourite topic – signs and spirituality. Join us to hear about our recent signs stories, Im's psychic reading, and hear some incredible community signs stories. Heads up – we absolutely lose it at the end. Apologies in advance.😅A huge thanks to today’s sponsor, LONITÉ. With LONITÉ, families can find solace in knowing that their loved one's memory will be preserved in the most thoughtful and personalised manner. To find out more about their incredible memorial
Sep 7, 2023 • 39:40
Coping with Pet Loss with Dr Katie Lawlor
Coping with Pet Loss with Dr Katie LawlorWe are joined by pet loss psychologist, Dr Katie Lawlor, to talk about how to cope with pet grief.Connect with usGRAB A TICKET to our grief and the body workshop hereJoin our grief support membership waitlist here.Buy our book Good Mourning: Honest Conversations About Grief and Loss, here: linktr.ee/goodmourningpodcastCheck out our affirmation cards for grief and loss at www.goodmourning.com.auFollow us on Instagram at @goodmourningpodcast Hosted on Acas
Aug 31, 2023 • 32:57
Our other halves, Ant and Ben, are on the pod!
This is a hilarious (and also very important) conversation. Today, we’re joined by our other halves, Ant and Ben, to get their perspectives on grief as the person supporting. We find out their take on the day that changed our lives, what their grief journey has been like, how they coped with being there for us, what they’ve learnt and the advice they’d give for partners and spouses supporting someone who is grieving. FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healin
Aug 24, 2023 • 59:07
Resilient Grieving with Dr Lucy Hone
How can you cultivate resilience in the face of loss? That's the topic of today's conversation, and we're joined by TED speaker and author of Resilient Grieving, Dr Lucy Hone. An award-winning 'pracademic' and Director of the New Zealand Institute of Wellbeing and Resilience, Lucy knows the magnitude of grief well. In 2014, her 12-year-old daughter Abi died in a car crash – a tragedy that led Lucy to turn her focus to resilience and grief. We discuss taking an active approach to recove
Aug 17, 2023 • 59:21
“Is it wrong to say that I feel okay?”
Today it’s just the two of us catching up on all things grief. We answer a listener's question about feeling okay five years into her loss and share messages and advice from you all. Plus, we share some exciting news! FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our exclusive session here: http://tiny.cc/gmeventreplay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 10, 2023 • 44:17
Getting Real About Grief with Cariad Lloyd
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Cariad Lloyd, host of Griefcast and author of You Are Not Alone. We have a good natter about all things coping with grief and loss, the importance of humour as a coping tool, and we put the world to rights about some common grief misconceptions (hello, Five Stages). Cariad also shares the impact that losing her Dad, Peter, at 13 had on her, the guilt that followed, and how her grief has evolved. She also has some great advice for those supporting a young griev
Aug 3, 2023 • 1:04:30
Untangling Anxiety with Joshua Fletcher
We’re joined by Joshua Fletcher, aka ‘Anxiety Josh’, a UK-based psychotherapist specialising in working with anxiety disorders, and founder of The School of Anxiety. No stranger to grief, Josh shares his personal journey with anxiety, why we experience anxiety, especially after a loss, how we can reframe our experience with anxiety, coping with panic and fears, and simple tools that he recommends to clients. FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and bre
Jun 1, 2023 • 1:02:37
Visitation Dreams and Connecting to the Other Side with Elisa Donovan
We’re joined by iconic 90s comedy queen, Elisa Donovan, who is the author of Wake Me When You Leave: Love and Encouragement Via Dreams from the Other Side. Elisa shares how visitation dreams played a huge role in her grief, enabling her to create a new relationship with her dad on the other side. She tells us how grief dreams and signs acted as the catalyst for her surrendering to her healing journey, deepening her spiritual experience and giving her a view of life’s bigger picture. There are so
May 18, 2023 • 1:05:31
18 Rounds of IVF, Surrogacy and Hope with Lisa Messenger
18 Rounds of IVF, Surrogacy, and Hope with Lisa MessengerWe’re joined by entrepreneur and founder of the Collective Hub, Lisa Messenger, to talk about coming back from rock bottom and building an empire. Lisa walks us through her 8-year journey of 18 rounds of IVF leading to surrogacy, the loss of her Dad suddenly, and what she’s learned about being resilient during hard times.FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our
May 4, 2023 • 57:57
Boundaries, Grief and the Joy of Saying No with Natalie Lue
We’re joined by Natalie Lue, boundaries expert and author of The Joy Of Saying No which is a simple plan to stop people pleasing, reclaim boundaries, and say yes to the life you want. This is SUCH a juicy episode. So often in grief, we can feel stretched thin and our relationships change, and we may not know how to set boundaries or that we even need them. In this conversation we learn ALL about pleasing people, and how to spot if you are one. Natalie also shares her personal experience wit
Apr 20, 2023 • 1:09:53
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Big life event coming up? Listen to this…
Weddings, birthdays, and family holidays (to name a few) can quickly go from being really exciting to absolute anxiety-inducing and triggering events that you dread because your person is no longer here. You are not alone. We asked our community how they cope with big life events after loss and what to do if a grief bomb hits when you're watching your best mate walk down the aisle with their dad when yours is no longer here…FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy heal
Apr 10, 2023 • 34:11
Healing trauma and anxiety and the power of signs with Gabby Bernstein
In today’s episode, we’re joined by New York Times best-selling author and renowned spiritual teacher Gabby Bernstein. We discuss addiction and how it manifests itself, overcoming trauma and core wounds, identifying socially acceptable destructive patterns, the mind-body connection, and the power of somatic healing. Gabby even shares a special tool she’s been working on for coping with anxiety, so be sure to listen out for it! Gabby is the queen of manifesting and trusting in the universe, so o
Apr 6, 2023 • 41:04
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Grief and Sex
Today’s episode is focused on a big topic that can sometimes feel a little taboo to talk about still (although it shouldn’t be)...grief and sex. Sex is such a huge part of life, and after a loss, some people can’t entertain the thought, while for others sex is a coping tool.Join us for a fascinating deep dive into your experiences, tips, and advice on sex and grief. FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our e
Mar 28, 2023 • 40:27
Grief, Trauma and Bearing the Unbearable with Dr Joanne Cacciatore
We are joined by Dr. Joanne Cacciatore, best-selling author, professor, and expert on traumatic death, and the foremothers of grief education. She is also the founder of the MISS Foundation and the Selah Care Farm and a Zen priest.We talk about defining traumatic loss, how our body reacts to trauma, how she coped with the death of her baby daughter, coping after losing an animal, how to grow your “grief muscle”, plus much more.Find out more about Jo and connect with her at centerforlossandtrauma
Mar 23, 2023 • 54:37
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Coping when people say the wrong thing
Today we are talking about how to handle platitudes – you know, the clichés and ill-fitting statements.We share tips and advice from our community on how to cope with seemingly well-meaning (but a little offhand) comments from others.FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our exclusive session here: http://tiny.cc/gmeventreplay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 13, 2023 • 13:44
We Need to Talk About Heartbreak Grief with Jessie Stephens
We’re joined by Jessie Stephens, writer and author of Heartsick. In this conversation, we unpack why heartbreak is a form of grief that doesn’t get as much airtime but is just as valid. We talk about how a broken heart impacts us, how to cope with the intense pain, what heartache has taught her and how to support someone grieving a relationship.FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our exclusive session here: http://ti
Mar 9, 2023 • 50:39
A Special ‘Tell-All’ Book Launch Episode!
Our book is OUT NOW in Australia and New Zealand! To celebrate the launch of Good Mourning: Honest Conversations About Grief and Loss, in this special tell-all episode, we answer your questions all to do with our book, including the (often hilarious) writing process, what you can expect to find in it, plus loads more.Don’t forget, our book will be published in the UK, Ireland, and Europe on 9 March and in the US and Canada on 2 May.Grab your copy HERE.FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight o
Feb 27, 2023 • 25:54
How Grief Impacts the Body with Meghan Riordan Jarvis
In today’s episode, we’re talking about how grief impacts the body with trauma-informed grief and loss therapist, writer, and TEDx speaker, Meghan Riordan Jarvis. She shares so much goodness in this conversation about the mind-body connection, how grief impacts us on a cellular level, the different grief coping styles, what’s going on in our brain when we feel anxious, plus so much more. FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help
Feb 23, 2023 • 1:10:32
WE’RE BACK! Join Sal & Im for a catch-up on all things life & grief!
We’re back for a new season! In this episode, we get super vulnerable and catch up on what we’ve been up to and life lately, we reflect on our grief journey and answer your questions. We also share a little sneak peek extract from our upcoming book! FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our exclusive session here: http://tiny.cc/gmeventreplay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 16, 2023 • 50:35
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: How to survive Christmas
Today we are sharing your experiences and tips on how to cope with Christmas when you’re grieving. PRE-ORDER our book Good Mourning: Honest Conversations About Grief and Loss here: booktopia.kh4ffx.net/9W5W25Or if you’re in the UK, pre-order it here: https://tinyurl.com/3rwbz8r7 Connect with us Shop our affirmation cards for grief and loss at www.goodmourning.com.auFollow us on Instagram at @goodmourningpodcastJoin our private Facebook support group, Good Mourning Grief Community, here Hosted o
Dec 5, 2022 • 32:44
Signs and the Other Side with Laura Lynne Jackson
We are joined by one of the world’s most renowned psychic mediums and author of The Light Between Us and Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe, Laura Lynne Jackson. We talk about connecting with the other side, asking for and receiving signs, what soul groups are, her spiritual journey plus so much more.FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our exclusive session here: http://tiny.cc/gmeventreplay Hosted on Acast.
Dec 1, 2022 • 1:24:07
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Parenting through grief
Today we are sharing your experiences and tips on parenting after a loss and talking to kids about grief, and Want to get involved with our next Grief Tip Tuesday? Follow us on Instagram at @goodmourningpodcast to find out how. Listen to our previous conversations with Julia Samuel here and Claire Bidwell Smith here that both touch on this topic. Thanks to today’s sponsor Duncan & Stone Paper Co. To find out more about their grief journal and other incredible products visit duncanandstone.com an
Nov 21, 2022 • 24:29
Grief, Addiction and Mental Health with Gwen Dudley
In today’s episode, we share a raw and honest conversation with TikTok creator, Gwen Dudley. No stranger to grief in her life, Gwen’s partner, Duffy, died in 2021 from a fentanyl overdose. As a recovering addict herself, Gwen shares how we can all be better at understanding the connection behind past trauma, mental health, and addiction, as well as coping with addiction loss.Thanks to today’s sponsor, Griefline. To check out Griefline’s new Knowledge Program, visit knowledge.griefline.org.au or
Nov 17, 2022 • 54:20
GRIEVERS ANONYMOUS: Wishing other people died, sh*t friends & a message of hope
Welcome to the Grievers Anonymous hotline, a new segment where we share your deepest, griefiest confessions and questions. Disclaimer: We are not medical professionals and the advice and responses that we'll be sharing throughout this episode are based on our own experiences and insights. If you're really struggling, we recommend that you do seek professional help.Have a griefy question you’d like us to unpack? Holding onto something that you want to get off your chest? Leave us a message h
Nov 9, 2022 • 36:36
Becoming Unstuck After Trauma with Britt Frank
We’re joined by Psychotherapist, trauma specialist, and author, Britt Frank. In this fascinating (and very funny) conversation, we discuss why we can become stuck in our lives (something we might feel after loss) and how we can break through it. Britt shares what trauma can look like, and how we can help ourselves when we’re coping with trauma and grief. We also talk about why anxiety is our superpower and how we can harness our ‘shadow intelligence’. Buy Britt’s book, The Science of Stuck, here
Nov 3, 2022 • 52:19
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Help! Will the shock ever fade?!
Shock is a side of grief that can be difficult to deal with, even after months or years. In this episode, we share our community’s experiences, tips, and advice on coping with shock after a loss. Want to get involved with our next Grief Tip Tuesday? Follow us on Instagram at @goodmourningpodcast to find out how. Connect with us Shop our affirmation cards for grief and loss at www.goodmourning.com.auFollow us on Instagram at @goodmourningpodcastJoin our private Facebook support gro
Oct 24, 2022 • 16:30
Rebuilding from Rock Bottom After Multiple Losses with Meghan Judge
We’re joined by fellow podcaster Meghan Judge to talk about how she rebuilt her life after hitting rock bottom. She bravely shares her experience dealing with multiple losses and a lot of trauma in her life, and how humour has been a key coping tool for difficult times. We also talk about the impact the death of her best friend Julie, had on her, why friendship loss can sometimes be overlooked, and the pain of female friendship breakups. (TW: suicide mentioned).Listen to Meghan’s podcast Judging
Oct 20, 2022 • 51:38
GRIEVERS ANONYMOUS: Navigating relationships, the absence of emotion & thoughts on closure
Welcome to the Grievers Anonymous hotline, a new segment where we share your deepest, griefiest confessions and questions. Disclaimer: We are not medical professionals and the advice and responses that we'll be sharing throughout this episode are based on our own experiences and insights. If you're really struggling, we recommend that you do seek professional help.Have a griefy question you’d like us to unpack? Holding onto something that you want to get off your chest? Leave us a message here f
Oct 12, 2022 • 37:34
Life, near-death and building a legacy with Samuel Johnson
Be prepared to be blown away by today’s guest, Gold Logie-winning actor, breast cancer awareness advocate, and all-round legend, Samuel Johnson.He joins us to talk about why he left his acting career to fulfil his life purpose – and his sister Connie’s dying wish – to vanquish cancer in Australia.Through his incredible organisation, Love Your Sister, Sam has helped raise over $15 million dollars for scientific research to date.No stranger to grief, Sam opens up about his recent near-death experi
Oct 6, 2022 • 56:27
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Managing “dead-min” (aka death admin)
We share tips and advice from our community on how to cope with the admin following a death, aka “deadmin”, or be better prepared for its eventuality.Want to get involved with our next Grief Tip Tuesday? Follow us on Instagram at @goodmourningpodcast to find out how. Thanks to our sponsor for today’s episode, WillPro. Find out more about their services at willpro.com.au. Use the code GOODMOURNING for 25% off. Connect with us Shop our affirmation cards for grief and loss at www.goo
Sep 26, 2022 • 19:02
How to Heal Your ‘Grief Brain’ with Neurologist Dr Lisa Shulman
In today’s episode, we dive into the science behind how grief impacts the brain with a world-renowned neurologist, author, and widow, Dr. Lisa Shulman. Lisa is the Director of the University of Maryland’s Movement Centre and the author of Healing Your Brain After Loss: A Neurologist’s Perspective on Loss, Grief, and Our Brain. We talk about how losing her husband Bill led her to research how our brains respond to loss and trauma, as well as:FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discove
Sep 22, 2022 • 55:05
GRIEVERS ANONYMOUS: HELP! People have forgotten we’re still grieving!
Welcome to the Grievers Anonymous hotline, a new segment where we share your deepest, griefiest confessions and questions. Disclaimer: We are not medical professionals, and the advice and responses that we'll be sharing throughout this episode are based on our own experiences and insights. If you're really struggling, we recommend that you do seek professional help.Have a griefy question you’d like us to unpack? Holding onto something that you want to get off your chest? Leave us a message
Sep 12, 2022 • 29:08
Finding Healing in Unexpected Places with Indira Naidoo
Our conversation today is with journalist, broadcaster, and author Indira Naidoo. She joins us to talk about the loss of her sister Manika and how she found solace and strength by being in nature. We discuss the shock that comes after a traumatic loss, the impact of sibling grief, and how family members cope differently. (TW: suicide mentioned)Buy a copy of Indira's book The Space Between the Stars here.Thanks to today’s sponsor, Griefline. For more information or to access their support program
Sep 8, 2022 • 54:40
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Surviving really sh*t days
In this episode, we share tips and advice from our community on how to get through really griefy (aka sh*t) days, when it all feels too hard. As always, we hope the experiences of others help you feel less alone.Want to get involved with our next Grief Tip Tuesday? Follow us on Instagram at @goodmourningpodcast to find out how. Connect with us Follow us on Instagram at @goodmourningpodcastSign up for our newsletter or shop our affirmation cards at www.goodmourning.com.auJoin our privat
Aug 29, 2022 • 13:48
Lessons from a Near-Death Experience with Kimberly Clark Sharp
Want to know what it’s like to have a near-death experience? Then this conversation is for you. We’re joined by the near-death experiencer, author, and co-founder and President of the International Association of Near-Death Studies (IANDS), Kimberly Clark Sharp. She shares details of her near-death experience when she was 22 and the profound lessons it taught her. Also, as a long-standing facilitator for in-person support group meetings for near-death experiencers, she also gives
Aug 25, 2022 • 1:03:51
GRIEVERS ANONYMOUS: Exhaustion, toxic relationships and the BIGGEST grief confession ever!
Welcome to the Grievers Anonymous hotline, a new segment where we share your deepest, griefiest confessions and questions. Got a griefy question you’d like us to unpack? Holding onto something that you want to get off your chest? Leave us a message here for a chance to feature on an upcoming episode of Grievers Anonymous. No names are mentioned – your secret's safe with us!You can learn more about healing from toxic relationships here.Disclaimer: We are not medical professionals, and the advice
Aug 15, 2022 • 27:45
It’s OK That You’re Not OK with Megan Devine
We’re back with a new season! To kick off, we're joined by best-selling author, psychotherapist, and grief advocate Megan Devine, whose partner Matt died in 2009. We chat about the cultural narrative to make ‘meaning’ from loss (spoiler: you don’t have to), coping with shock, why our self-esteem takes a hit, navigating relationships, and setting boundaries plus much more. FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our
Aug 11, 2022 • 1:00:16
Season 4 Finale: Anxiety: The Missing Stage of Grief with Claire Bidwell Smith
We’re joined by therapist and author of Anxiety: The Missing Stage of Grief, Claire Bidwell Smith to talk about the link between grief and anxiety.FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our exclusive session here: http://tiny.cc/gmeventreplay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 30, 2022 • 46:13
Is There Life After Death? With Dr Bruce Greyson
What happens when we die? It’s the question many of us ask. We’re joined by one of the world’s leading experts on Near-Death Experiences, Dr. Bruce Greyson, Professor of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences and author of After: A Doctor Explores What Near-Death Experiences Reveal about Life and Beyond. Bruce has been studying NDEs for over 50 years. In this absolutely fascinating conversation, we talk about how Bruce came to study this topic, what he’s learned from studying thousands of cases
Jun 16, 2022 • 43:50
WHAT’S YOUR SIGN?
We receive so many signs stories from you all, and we know you find so much comfort in hearing them, so we thought we’d dedicate a mini-episode to them! This is a great bite-sized signs segment for anyone needing a quick little feel-good episode to listen to. If you’d like to share your signs story to be featured in the pod, send us a DM on Instagram or email us at hello@goodmourning.com.au.Connect with usGrief is the price we pay for love, but it can be lonely. If you’re grieving, joi
Jun 14, 2022 • 12:18
BONUS: Sibling Loss Special – Part Two
Welcome to part two of our bonus sibling loss special. A massive part of sibling loss is feeling like your grief takes a backseat or that you have to push it aside to stay strong for other family members. If this is you, you’re not alone. In this episode we take a look at the shift in family dynamics, feeling like you have to remain “strong” for your parents, and share the experience, perspectives, and tips of our community on how to cope if you are going through the loss of a sibling.FREE EVENT
Jun 12, 2022 • 33:01
BONUS: Sibling Loss Special – Part One
Have you lost a sibling but feel like a “forgotten mourner?” You are not alone. Welcome to part one of our bonus sibling loss special. Even though we share life-long and amazing bonds with our brothers and sisters, the grief of siblings is often under-acknowledged. We share the experiences and perspectives of our community on sibling loss and how it’s impacted them, misconceptions plus advice and tips on how to cope if you are grieving the loss of a sibling. FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the w
Jun 9, 2022 • 40:52
UP CLOSE & GRIEFY: Then Vs Now - How Grief Evolves
If you need a little bit of hope, solidarity, or a gentle reminder that you can get through really tough sh*t, this episode is for you. We get personal on our journeys with grief to date and look back on how it has evolved. We answer your big questions on things like how we live alongside grief, the biggest changes we’ve noticed, how long the shock lasted, and what’s helped us cope. Connect with usGrief is the price we pay for love, but it can be lonely. If you need some extra grief support, jo
Jun 2, 2022 • 56:31
Grief is a Sneaky B*tch with Rebecca Soffer
In today’s conversation, we are joined by author, co-founder of Modern Loss, and all-around “grief veteran”, Rebecca Soffer. As witty as she is wise, she knows a thing or two about grief – by the time she was 34, both of Rebecca’s parents had died a few years apart. We talk about how grief is a sneaky b*tch, and to manage the fear and anxiety that can manifest when it creeps up on you, especially when multiple people die within a short space of time. We also cover:Cumulative grief How to cope wi
May 19, 2022 • 47:34
Surviving Mother's Day
Mother's Day can be a tough one to get through, so this is a bumper episode packed full of solidarity for you, no matter what you're situation – if you are remembering your mother, child, grandmother, a mother figure, an estranged relationship or longing to be a mum this Mother’s Day. We share your tributes, tips on how you cope, and your favourite memories and messages for them. We hope that it brings some comfort on a difficult day. Connect with usGrief is the price we pay for love, but it can
May 5, 2022 • 35:04
All Things Widowhood and Love After Loss with Nikki Shah and Nick Kelly
In today’s episode, we are exploring all things widowhood and what it’s like to find love again after losing your significant other. Our guests Nikki Shah and Nick Kelly met and fell in love after both being widowed years apart, and they joined us to candidly share their experiences.Nikki’s partner, Mike, died from cancer in January 2018. Nick’s wife, Nicole, died in January 2020 from a rare form of cancer, leaving Nick to be a single parent with their young son, Xander. As well as sharing their
Apr 21, 2022 • 1:00:58
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Grief and exhaustion
One of the most surprising parts of grief is just how absolutely exhausting it can be, often it feels like a constant full-body fatigue. We share stories and tips from our community on things that can help. SHOP OUR LIMITED GOOD MOURNING MERCH: https://goodmourningmerch.myshopify.com/ (available until 30 October, 6pm AEDT) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 11, 2022 • 21:41
The Myth of Finding Purpose From Pain With David Kessler
In today’s conversation with renowned grief expert and author, David Kessler, we explore the concept of “acceptance” and what it really means.No stranger to grief, David lost his son to addiction in 2016. He candidly talks about how to cope with feelings of shame and guilt that can accompany this type of loss. We discuss feeling pressure to create purpose from pain and pick David's brains about what finding meaning in loss actually looks like. Spoiler alert – it's much simpler than you think.
Apr 7, 2022 • 1:00:50
UP CLOSE & GRIEFY: Grief Expectations vs Reality
In today’s episode, we talk about the expectations versus the reality of grief. We share our personal experiences with the surprising parts of grief, as well as tips and stories from our community.Some of the many misconceptions we cover are:Feeling sad 100% of the timeDifferent grieving styles Finding meaning from griefThat the death loss is the only form of griefThe five stages of grief Getting “over” grief, or “moving on”Being intimate after losing a partnerResources mentioned:Anxie
Mar 24, 2022 • 40:33
Boundaries in Grief, Self Love & Manifesting with Allira Potter
Our conversation with manifesting coach and body positivity queen, Allira Potter, will inspire how you think about self-love and boundary setting in grief. No stranger to loss, Allira shares how losing her mum at 17 and hitting rock bottom set her on the path to where she is now. She shares how to tap into your spiritual side and utilise the power of manifesting to help you get through tough times.FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help
Mar 10, 2022 • 47:26
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Grief and friendships
Friendships play a big part in the role of recovery after loss. But, experiencing shifts in your inner circle can be common. In this episode, we share stories, tips, and perspectives from our community on how to cope when friendships change. We chat about how to navigate awkward situations with others, the importance of setting boundaries and why grief can mean a new season of friends. Connect with usGrief is the price we pay for love, but it can be lonely. If you need some grief support, join o
Feb 28, 2022 • 41:00
Young Widowhood, Signs & Postmortem Sperm Retrieval with Ellidy Pullin & Lotte Bowser
This week we are joined by two incredible ladies, whose stories you won’t believe until you hear them. Ell Pullin and Lotte Bowser are two friends brought together by the unimaginable loss of their partners, world champion snowboarder Alex ‘Chumpy’ Pullin, and UK music agent Ben Kouijzer. Both Ben and Chumpy are known for their magnetic energy, their passion for life and music, and they have both left a huge imprint in the lives and hearts of everyone who knew them. Shortly after Chumpy’s s
Feb 24, 2022 • 1:26:04
Grief – Why is it So Complicated? With Julia Samuel MBE
Trigger warning: this conversation includes the topic of suicide. Welcome back to season four of Good Mourning! This week, psychotherapist, grief expert, author and all-around brilliant human, Julia Samuel MBE, joins us to dig deep into big questions around the grieving process. We discuss:Living losses – what they are and how we can learn to accept them Complicated grief disorder – is it ok to grieve for a long time?How to cultivate resilience in griefHow grief shapes our identity and self
Feb 10, 2022 • 57:54
UP CLOSE & GRIEFY: Surviving Christmas plus our best bits of 2021
We’re ending the year with a wrap-up of our best (and funniest) bits from the podcast in 2021. Boy, have we had a year!Throughout this past year, we have had some life-changing conversations with healers, learned from some of the world leaders on grief and trauma, delved into the spiritual side of loss, and got really, really real. We wanted to share some of the highlight moments with you from our incredible guests. Thanks to you all for being with us on this journey of tears, connection, and ma
Dec 16, 2021 • 58:23
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: How to support someone who is grieving
Knowing how to show up for someone grieving is so important. Today’s episode is full of tips from our community about how to support someone who is grieving. Whether that’s a friend, partner, family member, neighbour or colleague.We share your amazing insights into the things people might not realise about grief and loads of great ideas about what you can do to be there for someone, no matter how long it’s been. Thanks as always to everyone who contributed and shared their tips. ❤️So if you know
Nov 29, 2021 • 27:32
The Key to Living with Loss? It’s All About Balance with Mary Hoang
Today’s fascinating conversation on finding balance in grief is with Mary Hoang, Founder and Head Psychologist at The Indigo Project, an online psychology practice that thinks creatively about mental health. She is also the author of Darkness is Golden, a book that explores the painful parts of our lives that we tend to gloss over, like grief and trauma.Mary shares so many profound nuggets of wisdom throughout this conversation. A key message from this episode is how important it is to take a br
Nov 25, 2021 • 48:34
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Rituals to keep their memory alive
We share experiences and suggestions from our community on the rituals we can do to honour our loved ones, both every day and on milestone days. Plus we share some of our own personal stories.Thanks to everyone who responded to our call-out on Instagram to share their thoughts on this topic. We hope that this episode brings some comfort and inspiration.Instagram @goodmourningpodcast.www.goodmourning.com.auJoin our private Good Mourning Grief Community Facebook group here.If you are concerned abo
Nov 15, 2021 • 28:45
Trauma, Healing and The Gift of Forgiveness with Auschwitz Survivor Dr Edith Eger
Today’s conversation is a powerful one. Dr. Edith Eger is a Holocaust survivor, psychologist and expert in the treatment of post-traumatic stress. At 94 years old, she has some incredible words of wisdom, courage and comfort to share.No stranger to grief and trauma, Edith and her family were sent to Auschwitz in 1944 when she was only 16 years old. She has gone on to share her incredible story of trauma, resilience, hope and survival in two bestselling books: The Choice and The Gift. Her work pr
Nov 11, 2021 • 56:33
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Grief at work – how to support yourself and others
In this bumper episode, we share advice from our community on how to support yourself if you are workin’ and grievin’. We also share tips and ideas for managers and colleagues on how to support those navigating loss.This conversation is a hotly requested topic from our community, so we hope it will help you support yourself at work. Alternatively, if you are a colleague or manager, we hope that this episode will inform and educate you on how you can be there for someone in the workplace going th
Nov 1, 2021 • 29:38
UP CLOSE & GRIEFY: Spiritual signs from the other side
Today's episode of Up Close and Griefy is a little different from our usual grief topics, it is about receiving spiritual signs from the other side.This is a popular topic that has been requested by so many of you. We asked our Instagram community over at @goodmourningpodcast to share your experiences and stories with signs and the response was huge. So if you are interested in signs, this is for you! We talk in-depth about what signs actually are and our favourite medium Laura Lynne Jackson’s
Oct 28, 2021 • 58:42
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Grief brain fog
In today's episode, we talk about a topic that is common in grief, but one we might not always openly discuss: brain fog.Forgetfulness, feeling like you're walking through thick tar, not being able to think clearly - sound familiar? It turns out it's something many of you have experienced...and it's pretty common.We share your experiences, tips, and advice on managing feelings of fatigue, memory loss, lack of concentration, and more.We hope these tips and advice will help you.Come say hello to u
Oct 18, 2021 • 21:27
Grief After Miscarriage with Tahyna MacManus
Today we are talking with director and producer, Tahyna MacManus, about her experience of having multiple miscarriages and the grief that comes with early pregnancy loss. Even though 1 in 4 pregnancies will end in miscarriage, this type of loss can feel like a taboo to talk openly about. After experiencing her first miscarriage in 2017, Tahyna began filming her feature documentary Misunderstandings Of Miscarriage (MuM), which documents her personal journey to understand the physical, emotional,
Oct 14, 2021 • 48:25
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Grief triggers aka "grief bombs"
In today’s episode, we share your experiences and coping strategies for grief triggers, aka “grief bombs”. For those not familiar, a “grief bomb” is what we call when a wave of grief hits you – it can be unexpectedly triggered by something, or come out of nowhere and catch you off guard. Thanks to everyone who responded to our call-out on Instagram to share their experience and tips on this topic, we hope that this episode helps you.Come say hello to us on Instagram @goodmourningpodcast.www.good
Oct 4, 2021 • 22:05
Grieving someone who is still alive with Kelly Terranova
Today we are talking with the ever-inspiring Kelly Terranova. Kelly’s mum, Jenny, has Huntington's Disease, which is an incurable degenerative neurological disease that is hereditary.Nothing is off-limits in this chat as we discuss Kelly’s experience with anticipatory grief – a topic that we know has impacted a lot of our listeners but isn’t as widely discussed. It occurs before death is common among people who are facing the eventual death of a loved one, or their own end of life.It’s an incred
Sep 30, 2021 • 59:37
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Jealousy after loss
Welcome back to Grief Tip Tuesday – our weekly episodes full of tips and experiences by you all, for you all.Today's topic is grief and jealousy. Jealousy can show up in a lot of ways when you are going through a loss. You may feel resentment toward people if they seem happy in their life, or you may wonder why you had to experience a big loss and they didn’t. Know that it can be a common emotion in grief and is part of the grieving process. Don’t be afraid to allow it to arise and to feel
Sep 27, 2021 • 14:24
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Loneliness after loss
Welcome to our new weekly segment, Grief Tip Tuesday! This is a shorter episode format and it’s by you all, for you all. Today's topic is grief and loneliness. From feeling isolated in your grief to friends dropping away after the initial months after the death, feeling alone in grief can be common. The purpose of this episode is to remind you that you are not, and provide you with some tips and advice from our community members on how they cope with feelings of loneliness after a loss.Each
Sep 20, 2021 • 12:58
UP CLOSE & GRIEFY: Our one year anniversary special!
We’re celebrating one year since we launched the Good Mourning podcast...and what a year it’s been!We thought we’d record a special anniversary episode where we interview each other about our grief and share a little bit about ourselves. We get a lot of messages from our community asking about our backgrounds and where we’re from, so we thought we’d spill the tea on our personal journeys.We also share some exciting news about a project we’ve been working on with one of our community members that
Sep 16, 2021 • 46:17
GRIEF TIP TUESDAY: Anger after loss
Welcome to our new weekly segment, Grief Tip Tuesday! This is a shorter episode format and it’s by you all, for you all. Each week we’ll be sharing tips around a specific grief-related topic to provide support from others in our community who are going through a similar experience.Today's topic is grief and anger, from the deep rage you can feel after someone you love dies, to outbursts over small things. We hope these tips and advice from our community members on how they manage anger will help
Sep 13, 2021 • 12:22
BONUS EPISODE: Father’s Day tips & tributes
This bonus episode is for you guys – all of you who are remembering a father, father figure, grandfather, husband or child this Father’s Day. We put a shout on our socials to share your tips on how you cope, how you’ll be honouring them and your favourite memories and messages for them. There were so many beautiful responses so thank you to you all. We hope that it brings some comfort on a difficult day. We also put a shoutout on Instagram for the songs that remind you of your Dads and have put
Sep 4, 2021 • 50:27
Purpose From Pain with Lauren Brant
We are joined by TV presenter and actress, Lauren Brant Hall, who shares how her sister-in-law, Sandy’s cancer diagnosis and recent passing have reshaped her life’s purpose. We talk about what it looks like when you're supporting a family member facing the end of their life. Lauren tells us how she made it her mission to give Sandy the best mental and spiritual support in her last month of life and what that looked like, including a surprise marriage proposal and impromptu wedding.We talk a
Sep 2, 2021 • 52:27
Surviving Death with Leslie Kean
Guys, we are back with Season 3! To kick things off, here is our conversation with Leslie Kean, investigative journalist and New York Times bestselling author of Surviving Death: A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife, which also inspired the hit Netflix documentary, Surviving Death.We talk to Leslie about her fascinating exploration into whether consciousness survives death and discuss the research and evidence that shaped her belief that consciousness lives on after we die.FREE E
Aug 19, 2021 • 1:03:29
BONUS EPISODE: Locked up & griefy
If you are grieving in lockdown, this bonus episode is for you. We catch up on how long we’ve been in house arrest, how it’s impacting our grief, what we’ve been up to and what’s been getting us through.We also share some wonderful tips and words of encouragement from our community to get you through this difficult time.We reveal details about our new private Facebook group, Good Mourning Grief Community. You can join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1340956019638182If, like Sal, you f
Aug 15, 2021 • 28:32
Trauma and Spiritual Healing with Rebecca Jax
This week we are joined by Rebecca Jax to talk about sibling loss, and the importance of releasing trauma that is trapped in your body. Rebecca shares her story of losing her younger brother, Jack to suicide, and how this experience was a huge catalyst for her healing journey. We talk about how to navigate sibling loss and why it can sometimes be a lesser acknowledged form of grief. She shares how she had to hit rock bottom and take herself to the depths of what Jack felt, and how from
Jul 8, 2021 • 59:41
The ‘AfterGrief’ with Hope Edelman
We are joined by New York Times bestselling author and founder of the Motherless Daughters movement, Hope Edelman, to discuss her latest book, The AfterGrief: Finding Your Way Along the Long Arc of Loss and why grief isn't something to get over, get past, or move beyond.We discuss how grief can ebb and flow but this doesn't mean that we're 'doing it wrong’ and why grieving may be a lifelong process, it doesn’t have to be a struggle.We also dive into Hope’s own personal experience of becomi
Jun 24, 2021 • 50:51
UP CLOSE & GRIEFY: Coping with grief and guilt aka "gruilt"
In this episode, we talk about a big component of grief that isn’t often talked about, and this is guilt.Join us as we deep dive into our own personal experiences with grief and guilt and how it has manifested for us. We also put a shout out to our community on Instagram to submit your questions, experiences and tips around the topic. We had a massive response. We share your tips, stories and answer your questions on the podcast, so be sure to tune in!It seems that guilt is something lots
Jun 10, 2021 • 43:37
The Afterlife with David The Medium
The day is here! We are pumped to bring you our conversation with one of Australia’s most highly rated psychic clairvoyant and spiritual mediums, David The Medium. As a psychic medium, he has the ability to connect with spirits in the afterlife, and is able to receive messages and provide incredible comfort for people grieving the loss of a loved one.In this episode, you’ll hear all about how David became a psychic medium, his beliefs about what happens when we cross over, receiving signs from o
May 27, 2021 • 57:19
Finding Light after Suicide Loss with Stepha Doyle
In this episode, photographer Stepha Doyle bravely shares her story about what it was like to grow up with a parent with a mental illness.Stepha’s mum, Coleen, was diagnosed with bipolar when Stepha was in her teens. After being hospitalised several times, she tragically took her own life, when Stepha was only 17 years old.We discuss how she navigated a difficult dynamic, often feeling like a parent to her mother rather than a child, how she coped with her mum’s unpredictable behaviour, and how
May 13, 2021 • 45:34
UP CLOSE & GRIEFY: Grief and anxiety
All panic, no disco? Us too. Join us for this honest, no-holds-barred conversation where we deep dive into a big topic that can be common if you’re grieving: ANXIETY.In our latest Up Close and Griefy, we go all out on grief and anxiety, sharing our own personal experiences on how it has affected us both since our mums died. We share how it impacts us including health anxieties, that ever present worry that someone has died, keeping overly busy (to our detriment) and PTSD...and how we manage it.W
Apr 29, 2021 • 41:38
The Long Goodbye with Alicia Gardiner
We sit down with actor, singer and all round legend, Alicia Gardiner, who shares her story of watching her mum, Pam, decline from early onset Alzhiemer’s disease and the anticipatory grief that comes with “the long goodbye”.Alicia shares how she came to terms with her mum’s decline over the years, choosing to go with the journey of her mum’s disease rather than fight it. We talk about how letting go and finding humour in the darkest moments can be a saving grace in situations beyond your control
Apr 15, 2021 • 59:07
Unexpectedly Orphaned with Rebecca Soffer
In this episode, we interview Rebecca Soffer, the Co-Founder and CEO of Modern Loss and Co-Author of Modern Loss: Candid Conversation About Grief. When Rebecca was 30 years old, her mum Shelby, died in a tragic car accident one hour after dropping Rebecca home from a family camping trip. Four years later, her dad died from a sudden heart attack while on a cruise to the Bahamas, leaving Rebecca orphaned at the age of 34 and feeling “untethered from any foundation”. Rebecca talks candidly about ha
Apr 1, 2021 • 59:30
UP CLOSE & GRIEFY: The impact of loss on relationships
In this episode, we go all out on a topic that isn’t discussed enough – grief and relationships. We delve into how our relationships, friendships and familial relationships have shifted since our mums died – the good, the bad...and the downright unbelievable!When someone dies, it can affect so many parts of our lives in ways we couldn’t ever imagine or predict. Grief changes things, and it’s how we navigate these changes that matter the most. We chat through all of the lessons we’ve learned
Mar 18, 2021 • 49:18
The Devastating Impact of Covid-19 with Annie Horton
In this eye-opening episode, we interview Annie Horton, who is the sister-in-law of Broadway star and Tony Award-nominated actor, Nick Cordero. Nick died after an almost 100-day battle with Covid-19. He was only 41 years old.Nick was a fit and healthy man, with no pre-existing medical conditions. Annie explains the harrowing reality of what it is like to witness a loved one fight for their life, and the devastating impact that coronavirus has had on her family.We also discuss what it is like to
Mar 4, 2021 • 1:01:31
Widowed Overnight with Jo Betz
Jo Betz went to bed one night with a husband, and started the next day as a widow and single mother.Her husband Craig had a fatal and unexpected asthma attack in the middle of the night, leaving Jo to navigate his shocking sudden death and explain what had happened to their 4 year old daughter.Jo tells her unbelievable story of how her life completely changed in the blink of an eye, and how she navigated an entirely new existence without her main support. We discuss how to explain death to a chi
Feb 18, 2021 • 1:13:36
UP CLOSE & GRIEFY: Managing milestones
We are super excited to bring you a new little podcast format today...just the two of us having a good old griefy chat and a laugh.Once a month we'll be bringing you an up close chat where we deep drive into different elements of grief. In this episode we chat about grief and milestones, and our experience navigating the big days, how we cope and things you might like to do if you’ve got a milestone coming up.We also talk about what to do with your loved ones ashes, and why it’s totally fine to
Feb 4, 2021 • 38:43
Signs, Manifesting and Connecting with Loved Ones with Jo Zammit
In our first episode of 2021, we bring you an enlightening conversation with Jo Zammit, of Story & Co. Jo shares her story about what it was like to lose her mum suddenly to a heart attack, on the exact same day she found out she was pregnant with her first born. Now a mother to three children, Jo sheds light on how she connects with her mum spiritually, and keeps her mum’s memory alive for her children.We talk about asking for signs, the power of meditation to connect with those who ha
Jan 21, 2021 • 1:05:55
Turning Pain into Pride with Elle Quintal
In our last episode of 2020 we talk to someone very special: Elle Quintal...aka Imogen’s bestie! Not only has Elle been a huge part of Imogen’s life and an amazing support especially during her grieving, but she also has an incredible story. So it felt only right that we get her on to share it with you all.Elle has known grief most of her life. She has been faced with adversity since a young age and is a living testament of turning your pain into pride. Elle’s Dad, aka Bobby P, died in 2017
Dec 21, 2020 • 1:14:25
Raising Four Boys Through Grief with Leigh Van Der Horst
In this episode, we chat to Leigh Van Der Horst, author of the book Without My Mum.In this candid interview, Leigh shares her story of coping with her mum Joanne’s long battle with cancer, and the ups and downs she faced. She tells us how she dealt with losing her mum at the age of 32 and how her grief led to her rediscovering and redefining her own identity.Leigh, who has four boys, explains how she approached the topic of death with her young children in the wake of her mum’s passing, and how
Dec 10, 2020 • 1:04:04
Growing Up Without a Mum with Stu Henshall
In this episode we talk to Stu Henshall, friend of the podcast and all round funny guy, about his experience of losing his mum Pauline, to cervical cancer when he was nine years old.Stu talks about what it was like to navigate his grief as a young child and during the 26 years since, and how he coped with his sexuality and coming out, without his mum there for support. He shares how he has coped with the festive season over the years - which can be tough when you’re grieving - and how to support
Nov 26, 2020 • 1:03:01
Defining your Life and Career After Loss with Sarah Tarca
Sarah Tarca, writer and co-founder of The Wayward and Gloss etc, shares her inspirational story on what it was like to lose her stepdad, Daryl, who was the single greatest influence in her life, to colon cancer in 2005 when she was 23.In something many of us can relate to, she shares how she coped with her grief while also trying to establish herself in a career and why we need to talk more openly about grief in the workplace.We discuss how Darly’s passing gave Sarah the gift of using her writin
Nov 12, 2020 • 49:50
Sacrificing it All to Save the Man You Love with Rach Torti
Rach Torti, brand director and the brains behind Hello Friend Creative, shares her brave love story of meeting the man of her dreams, Rome, only for him to be diagnosed with a grade five brain tumour two months later.We hear Rach’s story of her long long fight to try and save her husband’s life and find a cure, and the many sacrifices she had to make along the way. She shares what it was like to have a baby with a terminally ill partner, Rome’s unconventional (and brilliant) funeral and how she
Oct 29, 2020 • 1:03:27
Breaking the Silence Around Baby Loss with Priyanka Saha
Priyanka Saha, founder of the Lily Calvert Foundation and mum to Lily and Jasper, shares her incredibly brave story of being faced with every mother’s worst nightmare, losing her lovely baby daughter Lily at 10 and a half months old due to an incurable brain condition known as Miller-Dieker syndrome.She shares how she came to find out about Lily’s diagnosis in the late stages of her pregnancy and how she and her husband coped with parenting their terminally ill child.Priyanka talks us through ho
Oct 15, 2020 • 57:01
Motherless Daughters with Danielle Snelling
Danielle Snelling, co-founder of Motherless Daughters Australia, shares her story on how losing her mother, Rosa, at the tender age of 23, led to her founding Motherless Daughters Australia, a not for profit organisation that supports girls and women who have experienced mother loss. Which is also how Sally and Imogen met!Danielle talks about how not knowing anyone her own age that had also experienced mother loss left her feeling very lonely, and how after a chance meeting, Motherless Daughters
Oct 1, 2020 • 52:19
Sally’s story: Navigating Sudden Death from the Opposite Side of the World
In this episode, Sally Douglas, co-host of the Good Mourning Podcast, shares her personal story on what it has been like to lose her mum unexpectedly to a sudden seizure, while living on the other side of the world.She talks about how she had to push her grief aside while dealing with the practical side of things that come with a loss, what that first month entailed and how she has navigated her grief since.Sally also shares her tips on how you can support someone who is grieving, and those conv
Sep 17, 2020 • 1:02:42
Grief is so surreal with Sally Steele
Trigger warning: in this episode we discuss the topic of suicide.In our very first guest episode, we speak to the magnificent Sally Steele, Style and Mindset Mentor, author and host of the podcast the Sally Steele show, about her journey with grief and loss.Sally shares her story with honesty and humour about her father, Ramsay’s battle with a long illness, and how his passing in 2013 was a pivotal time for her, leading to the birth of her philosophy "Dare More, Care Less" and sparking a new car
Sep 17, 2020 • 1:21:27
Imogen’s story: Finding Hope After Suicide Loss
Trigger warning: this episode covers the topic of suicide.In this episode, Imogen Carn, co-host of the Good Mourning Podcast, shares her deeply personal story on what her experience has been like dealing with complex grief after losing her mum unexpectedly to suicide. Imogen opens up about her feelings of guilt and hopelessness after receiving the unimaginable news that her mum had taken her own life. This episode is heartfelt, raw and informative, but most importantly, sheds light on an issue t
Sep 17, 2020 • 55:47