Tendrils of Grief

In this deeply moving episode of Tendrils of Grief, we welcome Kristina, whose life was forever changed at the age of 13 when her brother Jay made an eerily accurate prediction about his own death. Just days later, he was tragically killed in a bike accident—hit by the green car he had foreseen. Jay’s sudden death sent Kristina down a harrowing path of addiction, rebellion, and searching. Haunted by the question of how he knew, Kristina eventually embarked on a decades-long journey to find meaning and healing in the aftermath of unimaginable loss. Now an author and truth-seeker, Kristina joins us to share insights from her new memoir, What My Brother Knew (releasing May 27—the anniversary of Jay’s death). Her story is a powerful blend of grief, resilience, and the mysterious threads that connect us beyond this life. This is an episode about the long arc of grief, the search for answers, and the unexpected ways healing can unfold. Episode Highlights * sibling grief story * What My Brother Knew book * predicting death stories * Kristina grief podcast * She Writes Press memoir * loss of a brother * childhood trauma and grief * grief and healing journey * signs from the afterlife * family grief podcast * anniversary grief * sibling loss healing * mysterious death predictions * young sibling death story * memoir about grief and resilience * Grieving Unexpected Loss * Childhood Grief and Its Long-Term Impact * Psychic Premonitions in Family Loss * Turning Grief into Purpose * Memoirs That Explore Sibling Bonds * Grief and Addiction Recovery * Spiritual Healing After Loss * Grief Writing as Therapy * Releasing a Book on a Death Anniversary * Navigating Family Tragedy Through Storytelling Connect with Kristina Amelong Kristina is releasing a new book on May 27, the anniversary of her brother's death. With respect to your time, there's an overview of her story here - https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1tS9zsvize_RCBInNxe2wiNh-Ag08tZ5M?usp=drive_link [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1tS9zsvize_RCBInNxe2wiNh-Ag08tZ5M?usp=drive_link] And I would be happy to send you an advance copy of "What My Brother Knew" (published by She Writes Press) to check out (print or pdf).   Did you enjoy today’s episode?   Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email  susan@tendrilsofgrief.com   Don’t forget to visit Tendrils Of Grief [https://www.tendrilsofgrief.com/]  website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching.   Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community   Tendrils of Grief-Survivor of Loss [https://www.facebook.com/groups/2708675396071194]   To subscribe and review use one links of the links below  Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Tendrils-of-Grief/dp/B08K584Y7M] Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tendrils-of-grief/id1504765728] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3l0mutQR5aMF2WadITscPV] Audacy [https://www.audacy.com/podcasts/tendrils-of-grief-36147] Deezer [https://www.deezer.com/en/show/1006722] Podcast Addict [https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/tendrils-of-grief/2794997] Pandora [https://www.pandora.com/] Rephonic [https://rephonic.com/podcasts/tendrils-of-grief] Tune In [https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Tendrils-of-Grief-p1309127/]  Connect with me Instagram: @Sue_ways [https://www.instagram.com/sueways/] Facebook:@ susan.ways [https://www.facebook.com/susan.ways] Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com  Let me hear your thoughts!

Susan, your host, welcomes Justine Lette to today’s episode. Justine is an internationally recognized hypnotherapy trainer, owner of Hypnosis New Zealand, and creator of the Golden Thread Trauma Transformation Protocol. Justine is an expert in using hypnotherapy to help clients overcome grief, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. As a Professional Member of The International Association of Counselling and The Australia and New Zealand Mental Health Association, Justine runs a successful clinic in Rotorua and via Zoom, where she specializes in using trauma-informed hypnotherapy to help clients manage anxiety and depression. Justine has helped hundreds of clients overcome these issues and lead happier, more fulfilling lives. Justine’s expertise in trauma-informed hypnotherapy has made her a sought-after speaker and trainer, delivering workshops and seminars internationally. Her passion for helping others improve their lives through hypnotherapy has led her to create the Golden Thread Trauma Transformation Protocol, a unique approach that combines hypnotherapy with cutting-edge neuroscience. With her extensive knowledge and experience in the field, Justine is dedicated to training and mentoring the next generation of trauma-informed hypnotherapists. Her commitment to excellence and passion for her work have made her a leading expert in the field.   Key Takeaways: * Justine talks about her career journey. * Justine shares the importance of finding the root cause of symptoms and how she assists people in getting the resolution they did not find and desperately need. * Stop running away from grief! * Pain in your body could be a result of emotional suffering. * Justine talks about how trauma impacts the body. * How can we avoid falling into returning patterns? * Ask yourself: Who do you have space for in your life? What are they bringing to your life? * Justine explains trauma-informed hypnotherapy and leads us on a hypnotherapy activity to reveal the sensations in our bodies.   Resources Tendrilsofgrief.com [https://www.tendrilsofgrief.com/] Email Susan: susan@tendrilsofgrief.com [susan@tendrilsofgrief.com] If you find this episode helpful, please donate [https://www.tendrilsofgrief.com/copy-of-about-1]    Meet Justine Lette Visit Justine Lette’s website [https://www.justinelette.com/]

In this touching episode of Tendrils of Grief, we sit down with Molly, founder of Birthdays from Beyond, to explore the healing power of preserving love and memories in the face of loss. When Molly’s father was diagnosed with cancer, she was struck by the painful realization that he wouldn't be there to celebrate future birthdays with her. Wanting to hold onto his presence, she gave him a stack of blank cards and asked him to write birthday messages for the years to come. That beautiful and emotional gesture inspired her to create Birthdays from Beyond, a heartfelt way for people to stay connected with their loved ones even after they’ve passed. Molly shares how this act of love became a mission—to help others capture meaningful messages, memories, and life lessons from their parents or grandparents, allowing those words to be treasured for years to come. In this episode, we talk about: * How grief inspired Molly’s vision * The importance of creating emotional keepsakes * Navigating anticipatory loss with intention * The legacy of love through written words This conversation is a powerful reminder that even after loss, connection and comfort can continue in meaningful and lasting ways.   Episode Highlights * legacy grief support * anticipatory grief healing * how to preserve memories after loss * birthday letters for after death * grief rituals and healing * connecting with loved ones after death * memory keepsakes for grief * emotional healing after losing a parent * birthdays after loss * grief-inspired businesses Connect with Molly Pearson Website: www.birthdaysfrombeyond.com [http://www.birthdaysfrombeyond.com/] Did you enjoy today’s episode?   Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email  susan@tendrilsofgrief.com   Don’t forget to visit Tendrils Of Grief [https://www.tendrilsofgrief.com/]  website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching.   Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community   Tendrils of Grief-Survivor of Loss [https://www.facebook.com/groups/2708675396071194]   To subscribe and review use one links of the links below  Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Tendrils-of-Grief/dp/B08K584Y7M] Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tendrils-of-grief/id1504765728] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3l0mutQR5aMF2WadITscPV] Audacy [https://www.audacy.com/podcasts/tendrils-of-grief-36147] Deezer [https://www.deezer.com/en/show/1006722] Podcast Addict [https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/tendrils-of-grief/2794997] Pandora [https://www.pandora.com/] Rephonic [https://rephonic.com/podcasts/tendrils-of-grief] Tune In [https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Tendrils-of-Grief-p1309127/]  Connect with me Instagram: @Sue_ways [https://www.instagram.com/sueways/] Facebook:@ susan.ways [https://www.facebook.com/susan.ways] Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com  Let me hear your thoughts!

In this deep episode of Tendrils of Grief, I’m joined by Hannah Rumsey—writer, performer, and podcaster based in Chicago—whose journey through grief began with the sudden loss of her best friend, Lauren, in 2015. What began as a deeply personal experience of loss soon blossomed into a powerful mission to give voice to an often overlooked kind of grief: the loss of a close friend. From her one-woman show 42 Days of Summer to her memoir-in-progress L is for Lauren, Hannah has channeled her sorrow into storytelling that resonates deeply with anyone who has experienced profound friendship and heartbreaking loss. She’s also the Founder and Director of Friends Missing Friends, a podcast and community offering peer support groups specifically for those grieving the death of a friend. Join us for an honest, moving, and empowering conversation about the depth of friend-loss, the healing power of creativity, and the importance of finding community in grief. Whether you’ve lost a friend or are supporting someone who has, this episode is a beautiful reminder that grief of all kinds deserves space, understanding, and love.   Episode Highlights * Grieving a best friend * Creative grief healing * Coping with friend loss * Hannah Rumsey Friends Missing Friends * Peer support for grief * Grief podcast episodes * Processing grief through storytelling * Grief after losing a friend * Tendrils of Grief podcast Connect with Hannah Rumsey Website: friendsmissingfriends.com [http://friendsmissingfriends.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/friendsmissingfriends/ [https://www.instagram.com/friendsmissingfriends/] Grief Groups: friendsmissingfriends.com/griefgroup [http://friendsmissingfriends.com/griefgroup]   Did you enjoy today’s episode?   Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email  susan@tendrilsofgrief.com   Don’t forget to visit Tendrils Of Grief [https://www.tendrilsofgrief.com/]  website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching.   Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community   Tendrils of Grief-Survivor of Loss [https://www.facebook.com/groups/2708675396071194]   To subscribe and review use one links of the links below  Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Tendrils-of-Grief/dp/B08K584Y7M] Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tendrils-of-grief/id1504765728] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3l0mutQR5aMF2WadITscPV] Audacy [https://www.audacy.com/podcasts/tendrils-of-grief-36147] Deezer [https://www.deezer.com/en/show/1006722] Podcast Addict [https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/tendrils-of-grief/2794997] Pandora [https://www.pandora.com/] Rephonic [https://rephonic.com/podcasts/tendrils-of-grief] Tune In [https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Tendrils-of-Grief-p1309127/]  Connect with me Instagram: @Sue_ways [https://www.instagram.com/sueways/] Facebook:@ susan.ways [https://www.facebook.com/susan.ways] Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com  Let me hear your thoughts!

Today in Tendrils of Grief, host Susan welcomes guest Ted Neil, an author and advocate who shares his deeply personal and transformative journey through grief. Together, they explore the complex emotions of loss, the often-unspoken aspects of male grief, and the healing power of storytelling. Ted opens up about how writing helped him process the pain of losing loved ones and how grief has reshaped his perspective on life, purpose, and connection. This episode offers an honest and insightful look into how we carry grief, how it evolves over time, and how we can find meaning and hope even in the darkest moments. Whether you're in the midst of loss or supporting someone who is, this conversation will resonate deeply, reminding you that you're not alone.      Episode Highlights * Grief and healing * Male grief and vulnerability * Storytelling as therapy * Ted Neil author interview * How to navigate loss * Writing through grief * Emotional resilience after death * Tendrils of Grief podcast * Coping with the death of a loved one * Grief support resources * Mental health awareness 2025 * Transforming grief into purpose Connect with Ted Neil TedNeilFacebook [https://www.facebook.com/therealauthortedneill/] Did you enjoy today’s episode?   Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email  susan@tendrilsofgrief.com   Don’t forget to visit Tendrils Of Grief [https://www.tendrilsofgrief.com/]  website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching.   Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community   Tendrils of Grief-Survivor of Loss [https://www.facebook.com/groups/2708675396071194]   To subscribe and review use one links of the links below  Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Tendrils-of-Grief/dp/B08K584Y7M] Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tendrils-of-grief/id1504765728] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3l0mutQR5aMF2WadITscPV] Audacy [https://www.audacy.com/podcasts/tendrils-of-grief-36147] Deezer [https://www.deezer.com/en/show/1006722] Podcast Addict [https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/tendrils-of-grief/2794997] Pandora [https://www.pandora.com/] Rephonic [https://rephonic.com/podcasts/tendrils-of-grief] Tune In [https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Tendrils-of-Grief-p1309127/]  Connect with me Instagram: @Sue_ways [https://www.instagram.com/sueways/] Facebook:@ susan.ways [https://www.facebook.com/susan.ways] Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com  Let me hear your thoughts!