Grief Doesn't Have a Timeline
Society wants us to "get over" loss quickly and quietly. This show honors the truth: grief is love with nowhere to go, and healing happens on your timeline, not anyone else's.
Topics We Explore
- The myth of the "stages" of grief - Understanding grief as waves, not linear progress
- Continuing bonds - How to maintain connection with loved ones who've died
- Disenfranchised grief - When your loss isn't recognized or supported by others
- Anniversary reactions - Navigating birthdays, holidays, and other trigger dates
- Grief and relationships - How loss changes our connections with the living
- Finding meaning after loss - Post-traumatic growth and honoring your person's legacy
- Different types of loss - Death, divorce, job loss, health changes, and more
This Show Is For You If
- You've lost someone or something precious and are struggling to navigate daily life
- Well-meaning people keep telling you to "move on" and you know it's not that simple
- You're supporting a grieving friend or family member and want to do it better
- You're facing a major life transition or loss that doesn't involve death
- You want to understand grief before you need to—we all will grieve at some point
What Makes This Different
This isn't about "getting over" grief or rushing toward "acceptance." Instead, we explore:
- How to carry your grief with more ease and less suffering
- Practical tools for the hardest moments
- Permission to grieve however feels right for you
- Hope for a meaningful life that includes your grief, not despite it
Gentle Reminder: Grief can be isolating, but you're not alone. If you're having thoughts of self-harm, please reach out to a crisis line, trusted friend, or mental health professional.