It's Your Loss Podcast

It's Your Loss Podcast: Episode 11 - From I to We

Have a loss you want to get out there? Have grief symptoms that others might deem unusual? Get in touch. sittinwithyou@gmail.com [sittinwithyou@gmail.com] Johnny didn’t just lose relationships — he lost who he thought he was. In this episode, he and Michael talk through what it means to come face to face with your own flaws, especially the ones that have hurt people you love. They dig into Johnny’s path from self-protection and pride to therapy, faith, and the kind of honesty that rebuilds you from the inside out. It’s a conversation about grief — not just for lost marriages, but for the old self you have to let go of to grow. Together, they explore how narcissism forms, what it takes to untangle from it, and why vulnerability might be the real sign of strength. Chapters 00:00 Opening Ramblings, Post Mother's Day 02:28 Introduction, Banter 06:10 The Whole Reason I Do This Show 08:54 The Waving of the Red Flags 11:24 Therapy, Faith, and Denial 13:57 A Narcissist is Born 18:31 Navigating Group Dynamics in Therapy 21:22 The Struggle of Authenticity 24:28 Transformative Relationships and Self-Discovery 29:25 Life Outside Therapy: Rebuilding and Relationships 32:34 Exploring New Identities 38:03 Spiritual Awakening and Personal Growth 43:54 Navigating Online Criticism and Personal Growth 44:23 Finally Understanding the Whole Narcissism Thing 46:49 Emerging as Something Familiar but New 52:10 Building Healthy Relationships and Communication 55:04 Embracing Vulnerability and Acceptance 58:16 The Importance of Community and Support 01:01:35 Winding Down and Closing Out Music by Guilherme Silva (On Fiverr: https://www.fiverr.com/guimoraes [https://www.fiverr.com/guimoraes]) Official Intro by Suzana J (Her website: https://www.suzanasvoice.com/ [https://www.suzanasvoice.com/])

It's Your Loss Podcast: Episode 10 - Cake the Dog

Have a loss you want to get out there? Have grief symptoms that others might deem unusual? Get in touch. sittinwithyou@gmail.com [sittinwithyou@gmail.com] In this episode, Michael and Jon talk about the loss of Jon’s dog, Cake, and the unexpected weight of grieving a pet. They move through the stages of grief — anger, regret, depression, acceptance — and reflect on how different loss can feel when it’s tied to daily companionship. It’s an honest conversation about love, grief, and what it takes to keep moving forward. Chapters 00:00 Navigating Daily Challenges 03:03 Confronting Personal Loss 06:05 The Bond with Cake 08:57 Dealing with Grief and Acceptance 11:56 The Impact of Work on Grief 14:59 Understanding Anger and Regret 18:05 Finding Support in Grief 23:53 Reflections on Regret and Hindsight 27:24 The Emotional Journey of Loss 30:31 Coping Mechanisms and Daily Changes 36:36 Finding Distraction and Connection 41:50 Understanding Unique Grief 44:44 Looking Forward: New Beginnings Music by Guilherme Silva (On Fiverr: https://www.fiverr.com/guimoraes [https://www.fiverr.com/guimoraes]) Official Intro by Suzana J (Her website: https://www.suzanasvoice.com/ [https://www.suzanasvoice.com/])

It's Your Loss Podcast: Special Inauguration Episode

Donald Trump is the President of the United States. Sam Simmons (a father of two and a husband to someone who fears unjust deportation) sat opposite on my couch and told me what it felt like to wake up November 6th, 2024. He tells me what it felt like to wake up lost. How do you feel about this inauguration? Comment or email me below. sittinwithyou@gmail.com [sittinwithyou@gmail.com] Music by Guilherme Silva (On Fiverr: https://www.fiverr.com/guimoraes [https://www.fiverr.com/guimoraes]) Official Intro by Suzana J (Her website: https://www.suzanasvoice.com/ [https://www.suzanasvoice.com/])

It's Your Loss Podcast: Episode 9 - Letting Go of 2024

EDIT: (it's not even out yet, and I'm issuing this retraction.) SEASON 2 will be out the third MONDAY of APRIL, 2025. Thank you. Edith Ivhay Rosenblat [https://www.tiktok.com/@edith_queer_friend] returns to talk loss, the holidays, and those who have lost everything this year. What have you lost? And do you want to talk about it? Reach out below, and leave a comment if you can. sittinwithyou@gmail.com [sittinwithyou@gmail.com] Music by Guilherme Silva (On Fiverr: https://www.fiverr.com/guimoraes [https://www.fiverr.com/guimoraes]) Official Intro by Suzana J (Her website: https://www.suzanasvoice.com/ [https://www.suzanasvoice.com/])

It's Your Loss Podcast: Episode 8 - Tactical Advancement

A masked man known as Delta Forks (found all throughout this LinkTree [https://www.linktr.ee/deltaforks]: (https:// linktr.ee/DeltaForks) [http://linktr.ee/DeltaForks] talks about losing opportunity and a large swath of his self-esteem while trying to join the US military. Music by Guilherme Silva (On Fiverr: https://www.fiverr.com/guimoraes [https://www.fiverr.com/guimoraes]) Official Intro by Suzana J (Her website: https://www.suzanasvoice.com/ [https://www.suzanasvoice.com/])