Living Onwards

S1 EP 5 Finding the Right Words: Comforting Hearts in Grief

Grief is a universal experience that touches us all at some point in our lives. In times of loss, finding the right words to comfort those who are grieving can be a daunting task. However, with the power of empathy and understanding, we can navigate through this delicate journey together. Join us as we explore the art of comforting hearts in grief and discover how simple words can make a world of difference during difficult times. For those grieving, hear how to accept support from those who love you and understand that you are uniquely grieving as you learn to focus on living onwards.   Join us at https://www.livingonwards.com/blog/findingtherightwordstosay [https://www.livingonwards.com/blog/findingtherightwordstosay] to comment on this episode. Join our live community discussions on Patreon, too.

S1 Ep 4 The Five Faces of Denial: Navigating Grief Together

Grief is a complex and often overwhelming emotion that affects us all at some point in our lives. In this episode of our series, we dive deep into the five faces of denial that can accompany grief, exploring how to navigate this difficult journey together. Join us as we uncover the ways in which denial manifests itself in the grieving process and discover strategies for coping and healing along the way. Join us at https://www.livingonwards.com/blog/5stagesofdenial [https://www.livingonwards.com/blog/5stagesofdenial] to comment on this episode. Join our live community discussions on Patreon, too.

S1 Ep 3 Moving Forward, not on

When I lost Carlos I cycled through all the stages of grief, except acceptance. I don’t even believe in the stages of grief because stages imply there’s an order and a structure to grief. Grief tosses all plans, assumptions, and logic right out the window. It doesn’t care who you are, what you need today, or why you need it. In this episode, I acknowledge that reality and talk about ways we can move forward and not on. This podcast is for those of us trying to figure out how to do the impossible: grieve and living onwards while doing it.   Join us at https://www.livingonwards.com/blog/movingforwardnoton [https://www.livingonwards.com/blog/movingforwardnoton] to comment on this episode. Join our live community discussions on Patreon, too.

S1 Ep 2 Cancer?! That wasn’t in plan

Welcome back to the second episode of our series, where we delve into unexpected twists and turns that life throws our way. In this episode, we explore the shocking discovery of a life-threatening illness and how it completely derails all plans. Join us as we navigate through the rollercoaster of emotions, challenges, and triumphs in the face of adversity. Strap in, because this is one ride you won't want to miss!   Join us at https://www.livingonwards.com/blog/cancerwasnotinplan [https://www.livingonwards.com/blog/cancerwasnotinplan] to comment on this episode. Join our live community discussions on Patreon, too.

Living Onwards: Navigating Grief and Finding Hope

Hello and welcome to the all-new Living Onwards podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, the first of season 1, I'm simply introducing what this podcast is about and why you should join us in the future. First of all, let me introduce myself. I’m your host, Sarah. I have a beautiful adult daughter, two cats who run the house, and a dog who tries her best not to be managed by the cats. I also work full-time. You might wonder why I’m sharing this information upfront, but it’s important because I want you to know who I am and why I started this podcast. In addition to all that, I’m a widow who lost my husband in January 2024 to cancer after a 10-year battle. We were, and are, a cancer family, and losing him was devastating. Long before we lost Carlos, I grieved the loss of normality in our lives, the future we envisioned, and the constant changes that cancer brought to our door. This podcast is brought to you by someone who is grieving and has grieved herself, someone who is figuring out how to live onwards. This isn’t about making money or solely about cancer or pet loss. It’s about sharing our stories, hearing yours, and learning together how to move forward, not just move on. If you’re looking for inspiration in your journey or tips on navigating life’s challenges caused by grief, Living Onwards is here for you. This podcast aims to offer a unique blend of support and encouragement. By tuning in, you’ll discover that others are going through the grief journey just like you and find tidbits that help with your path toward living onwards. Let’s be real: grief is hard, grief sucks, and it’s not fair. It’s something you have to do, but no one wants to do it. This podcast will tackle tough topics and focus on how to use those experiences to live onwards. We’re not moving on; we’re moving forward together. Expect some tears and laughter along the way. The Living Onwards podcast is available on all major podcast platforms, including Apple, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. You can also listen to episodes directly on our website at livingonwards.com [http://livingonwards.com]. Join us on the website where each episode has a blog article with more thoughts on the topics discussed and interesting links. More importantly, you can comment on episodes and engage with me and others in this journey. There’s also a form on the Contact Us page where you can suggest topics or share your own grief journey. Thank you for listening. I hope Living Onwards becomes a beacon of hope and encouragement for you. Subscribe today to start your journey towards healing and discovering the resilience within you. Share this podcast with anyone who might be interested, and remember, most people find podcasts through friend recommendations.