E44 Ambiguous Loss: Understanding its Layers and Offering Support

Hey there, friends! Welcome to another episode where my wonderful friend Brittany, a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in grief, joins me, for a heartfelt conversation about grief. Together, we're diving deep into this emotional rollercoaster, sharing insights and offering support for anyone dealing with loss. We kick things off by exploring the concept of ambiguous grief, those losses that don't involve death but still hit us hard. From personal stories to societal pressures, we're unpacking it all and shining a light on the importance of validating these feelings, whether it's navigating parenting challenges or grappling with health issues. Life's not always sunshine and rainbows, right? We get real about the struggles of staying positive in a world that expects constant happiness. But we also find silver linings, sharing how moments of gratitude can coexist with our grief, offering a glimmer of hope in the darkness. Transitioning through different life stages can feel like riding a wild wave, especially when it comes to parenthood. Brittany and I share our experiences and tips for finding balance amidst the chaos, because let's face it, adulting is hard, but we're all in this together! Drawing from Brittany's wealth of knowledge, we dish out practical advice for supporting loved ones through their grief journey. Spoiler alert: it involves lots of listening, empathy, and maybe a box of tissues or two. As we wrap up, we reflect on the power of naming and acknowledging our grief, finding stability in life's ever-changing tides. And hey, if you need a little extra support, Brittany's got you covered with her blog full of helpful resources. Find Brittany at : https://www.bestselftherapy.net/ Blog Post Mentioned: https://www.bestselftherapy.net/blog/how-to-see-those-you-are-supporting-an-acronym-for-effective-support Podcast: Greif's Snowstorm: A Metaphor For Sitting With Grief https://open.spotify.com/episode/6cCvzv9sbERJENbW5z4FHP?si=043d8d2c679c42bd&nd=1&dlsi=0cdf1d019dda4103 Podcast: What's Actually Meant By "The Permission To Grieve" https://open.spotify.com/episode/7o1hWp7U6tkykm9UbLRMql?si=505bf9dfc6d04880&nd=1&dlsi=f5ff250dc5084bda Check Out My Website at momontheverge.org Email Me At: katie@momontheverge.org Sign Up For My Newsletter Here:https://momontheverge.ck.page/98ace5e8c8 Download My 5 Paths's To Discovering Your Dharma Here: https://momontheverge.ck.page/products/5-steps-to-discovering-your-dharma Grab My Free Mindfullness Guide For Busy Mama's Here! https://momontheverge.ck.page/7df3510b63