Growth from Grief

Send us Fan Mail What do you say when someone you love is grieving? And just as importantly, what should you avoid saying? In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with grief educator, author, and speaker Heidi Dunstan, whose own experience of suddenly losing her husband inspired her mission to teach others how to support grieving people with compassion and confidence. Together, we explore why so many people disappear, say the wrong thing, or simply don't know how to show up—and how even sm...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Growth from Grief, Susan explores the familiar phrase “Time heals all wounds” and shares why, in her experience, healing after loss takes more than time alone. Using the analogy of recovering from a broken bone, she reflects on the emotional, physical, and mental work of grief—and how the scars we carry can become reminders of both love and resilience. Time alone doesn’t heal grief. Healing often requires intention, support, and a willingness to engage wit...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt and insightful conversation, Sue sits down with a dear friend and fellow yoga teacher, Mary Mullin to explore her unique work supporting widows through Kundalini yoga and grief. We talk about what Kundalini yoga really is and how it differs from Hatha yoga and how it can gently support the nervous system during times of deep loss. Mary also shares a simple, approachable understanding of the chakra system and how these energy centers relate to emotional heali...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Growth from Grief, I reflect on the phrase “one step forward, two steps back” through the lens of Spring, a simple dance step, and the grief journey. As nature shifts between warmth and cold, we’re reminded that healing doesn’t move in a straight line. If you’ve ever felt like you were making progress only to be pulled back into grief, this gentle conversation offers a compassionate reframe—you’re not going backwards, you’re moving in a natural rhythm of he...

Send us Fan Mail Susan returns to her podcast "Growth From Grief" after a break and discusses the importance of listening to oneself, particularly for those experiencing grief. She emphasizes that her podcast is a safe space for listeners who are newly bereaved or have been grieving for a while. Susan encourages listeners to find ways to express their feelings and move forward during challenging times. Susan discusses her experience taking a break from grief-related work and activities in the...