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Maureen – Compounded grief during a pandemic

Maureen discusses how grief can be compounded during a pandemic

Rev. Sky – “Wallowing”

Rev. Sky talks about how wallowing can help you release emotions and heal.

Maureen – Music at the end of life

Maureen discusses how music can help during end of life

Lisa – How to support someone in grief

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

Corrie – Talking to children about death and dying

Corrie explains how to discuss death and dying with children

Justin – Song writing and lyrics

Justin explains how lyrics can help convey feelings and how loss has impacted you

Maureen – “Anger”

Maureen talks about the power of anger and how to deal with it.

Jackie – What expressive arts are about

Jackie talks about being self conscious about her art skills and how coming back to what feels good works

Kara – “Just give it time”

Kara discusses time and how grief changes. Kara continues to grieve the death of her partner.

Jim – Significant incidents

Jim discusses being involved in a significant incident and how it’s normal to feel overwhelmed and ruminate over it. You may even start to drink or use drugs to cope. But it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Many police officers have been through similar experiences. And there are resources available to help you get through this.One of the best things you can do is talk to a trusted friend or colleague. They can offer support and understanding. You can also seek professional help from a therapist or counselor. They can help you to process your experience and develop healthy coping mechanisms. It’s also important to remember that you can’t change the past. But you can learn from it. And you can move on. Don’t let one incident define you. You are a strong and capable person. And you will get through this.

Antoinetta – Grieving in community with others

Antoinetta discusses how grief camp made her feel so much more happy and how she found support and that she did not feel so alone

Janice – “Being triggered”

Janice discusses triggering, overreacting, under-reacting, and taking responsibility for the size of our feelings.