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Susan – “Death and Grief Phobia”

Susan discusses dealing with the process of dying and grieving.

John Martin – Loss and Grief- Make Sure You Hear Their Story

John about the importance of hearing a griever

Jim – Police culture and grief

Jim talks about how grief is a natural part of life, but it can be especially difficult to deal with when you’re in the police culture. There’s a lot of pressure to bottle up your emotions and not show weakness, but that’s not healthy. It’s important to find healthy ways to cope with your grief, whether it’s talking to a therapist, joining a support group, or simply spending time with loved ones. You’re not alone, and there are people who care about you and want to help.

Amber -Grieving as a teenager

Amber discusses the challenges of going through grief as a teen

Keith – “Knowing what to say”

Keith gives practical advice about helping someone in grief.

Madelyn – Grieving process as a 2nd generation Canadian

Madelyn talks about being a 2nd generation Canadian, some things she has learend working in palliative care as a music therapist

Jenn – What an art therapist can show us about processing grief

Jenn talks about how art can give a form to grief. It can give it shape and texture so it can be seen when it is often so invisible. It can also be messy which so like our grief experience

Rev. Sky – “Yearning”

Rev. Sky discusses yearning and how it’s OK to feel those emotions.

Lynda – “It’s complicated during a pandemic”

Lynda talks about how things are so much more complicated in these times

Lisa – How to support someone in grief

Lisa shares what was helpful from other people when she was grieving

Amber – My Story

Amber talks about the traumatic death of her father in an explosion and being 17

Jeff – “Change”

Jeff reflects on the ebb and flow of grief during the healing process. Jeff continues to grieve the death of his mother.