All the Grief

Grief and the Nervous System: A Chat with Jessica Maguire

In this episode, Jessica Maguire, a TEDx speaker and nervous system educator, joins hosts Andrea and Rebecca to explore the intricate relationship between grief, emotional resilience, and the nervous system. Jessica shares her personal journey through grief, the impact of losing her brothers, and how these experiences have shaped her professional work in helping others navigate trauma and stress. The conversation delves into the science of neuroplasticity, the importance of understanding our body's responses, and the societal narratives around grief. Find Jessica Online: https://www.jessicamaguire.com/ [https://www.jessicamaguire.com/] On Instagram @repairing_the_nervous_system On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/repairingthenervoussystem/ [https://www.facebook.com/repairingthenervoussystem/] On LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-maguire-vagus-nerve/ [http://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-maguire-vagus-nerve/] KEYWORDS grief, emotional resilience, nervous system, neuroplasticity, trauma, stress, Jessica Maguire, TEDx, emotional capacity, neuroscience TAKEAWAYS * Grief is a complex emotional experience that affects the nervous system. * Understanding neuroplasticity can aid in emotional regulation and healing. * Societal narratives often misrepresent the grieving process. * Personal experiences of loss can lead to professional growth and empathy. * The nervous system plays a crucial role in how we process emotions. * Grief doesn't follow a linear path and varies for each individual. * Education on the nervous system can reduce the stigma around mental health. * Emotional resilience involves accepting and moving through difficult emotions. * Support systems are vital in navigating grief and trauma. * Cultural expectations can hinder the natural grieving process. CHAPTERS * Introduction to Jessica Maguire * Understanding Grief and the Nervous System * Personal Journey Through Loss * The Role of Neuroplasticity * Societal Narratives and Grief * Building Emotional Resilience * Conclusion and Reflections

Dawn Dusk: Directors Document the Journey to Forgiveness after Homicide

In this heartfelt conversation, Andrea and Rebecca talk with husband and wife director team Jason and Blue Gerber. Together they explore the intricate relationship between grief, art, and storytelling. The directors discuss their personal experiences with grief as well as the process of creating a documentary about artist Chelli Look, and the transformative power of forgiveness. The episode weaves through themes of healing, the impact of nature, and the importance of reflection, culminating in a deeper understanding of how art can serve as a medium for processing complex emotions. The documentary and the conversation explore the cyclical nature of grief and the hope that can emerge from it. Connect with Jason and Blue Online https://www.jasonandblue.com/ [https://www.jasonandblue.com/] Instagram @jasonandblue And watch Dusk Dawn https://www.dawnduskfilm.com/ [https://www.dawnduskfilm.com/] Chapters 00:00 Heartfelt Connections: Morning Reflections 02:53 Introducing the Creative Duo: Jason and Blue 05:53 Navigating Grief: Personal Stories and Reflections 11:56 The Journey of Filmmaking: Discovering Shelley's Story 17:43 Forgiveness and Healing: A Deeper Dive into the Narrative 26:20 The Journey of Forgiveness 29:45 Understanding the Complexity of Forgiveness 32:26 The Role of Grief in Healing 36:20 The Filmmaking Experience: Listening and Processing 38:57 Shelley's Growth and Transformation in Italy 44:48 The Unexpected Twist in Filmmaking 45:24 The Intimacy of Storytelling 46:37 Finding Truth Through Grief 48:15 The Healing Power of Florence 50:04 Returning to Joy and Creation 51:58 The Journey of Self-Discovery 54:03 The Significance of Dawn and Dusk 57:59 Hope and Healing in Grief 59:20 Sharing the Film with the World 01:00:07 Personal Reflections on Grief Keywords grief, storytelling, documentary, forgiveness, healing, art, filmmaking, personal stories, emotional journey, relationships

Friend Loss: The Unseen Grief with Hannah Rumsey

In this episode, Andrea and Rebecca interview Hannah Rumsey and explore the profound (and often unacknowledged) pain associated with the loss of a friend. Hannah shares how her experiences of being unmet and unseen in her grief taught her the importance of acknowledgment in the healing process. As Hannah moved through her grief, she decided to act on the absence she found when looking for support, creating a one woman play, a podcast, and now launching a community for support in friend loss. Hannah is committed to those suffering the disenfranchised grief of friend loss through her beautiful creation of Friends Missing Friends. Takeaways It's really hard to move through certain phases of grief if you're not witnessed. Feeling stuck is common in unseen and unmet grief. Acknowledgment is a key element of supporting grief. Emotional disconnection in grief can lead to deeper pain. Deep healing requires both acknowledgment and connection. Connect: Online: https://www.friendsmissingfriends.com/ [https://www.friendsmissingfriends.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/friendsmissingfriends [https://www.instagram.com/friendsmissingfriends] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/friendsmissingfriends [https://www.facebook.com/friendsmissingfriends] Meet Up with Friends Missing Friends https://www.meetup.com/friends-missing-friends/ [https://www.meetup.com/friends-missing-friends/] Chapters 00:00 Heartfelt Reflections on Grief and Connection 00:52 The Healing Power of Storytelling

What Caregivers Carry

In this conversation, Andrea & Rebecca interview Tony Stewart, about his memoir Carrying the Tiger. Together they explore the complexities of grief, caregiving, and the emotional journey of living with a loved one's illness. They speak candidly about denial, the impact of missed moments, and the significance of support systems. This episode highlights the importance of acknowledging the caregiver's experience and the intertwining of love and grief that accompany them on the journey.  Connect with Tony  On Instagram @tonystewartny Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570889459153 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570889459153] LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonystewart/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonystewart/] and Online https://www.tonystewartauthor.com/books [https://www.tonystewartauthor.com/books] Keywords grief, healing, family dynamics, nature, vulnerability, community, emotional complexity, cancer, personal stories, support, grief, caregiving, cancer journey, memoir, emotional support, love, loss, healing, relationships, personal growth

Navigating Grief During the Holidays: Tools that Support with Brianna Rose

How do we make space for grief amidst the holiday season expectations of love and joy? Andrea and Rebecca explore this topic with Brianna Rose (creator of the Hack Your Nervous System deck) who shares insights on the nervous system, emotional regulation, and the importance of honoring what we're experiencing. The discussion includes practical tools and exercises for both adults and children to learn to be with our grief and explore practices that foster emotional resilience. Takeaways * Grief can coexist with joy during the holidays. * It's important to honor and feel our emotions, including sadness. * The nervous system plays a crucial role in how we process grief. * Mind-body connection is essential for emotional regulation. * There are tools to help facilitate that connection. * Children can learn to regulate their emotions through co-regulation with adults. * Nature can be a powerful source of healing and connection. * Meeting your nervous system with compassion is key to healing. * Grief work is a personal journey that can also involve community support. * Creating a safe space for emotions allows for deeper healing. Keywords grief, healing, nervous system, emotional regulation, holidays, connection, Brianna Rose, mindfulness, self-care, mental health Order Brianna's Nervous System Decks: https://hackyournervoussystem.org/collections/all [https://hackyournervoussystem.org/collections/all] Find Brianna on Instagram: @ hackyournervoussystem