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Parentless Podcast Episode 76: "Grief Refuge: Soul Work"Guest: Reid Peterson, Founder of Grief Refuge In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Reid Peterson, who has turned the profound loss of his father and stepfather into a pathway of support for others. As the founder of Grief Refuge, Reid shares his journey through sorrow and how it led him to create a sanctuary for those navigating the complexities of grief.What You'll Learn:How Reid's personal experiences with loss shaped his approach to grief work.The importance of "soul work" in the healing process.Practical advice for those seeking solace in times of mourning.The story behind Grief Refuge and its mission to provide comfort and guidance.Resources Mentioned:Grief Refuge WebsiteReid Peterson's personal narrative on coping and healing.Instagram: @griefrefugeappwebsite: https://www.griefrefuge.com/Melissa Pennel is the founder of Follow Your Fire Coaching, a mother of two, certified coach, Clarity breathwork practitioner, and a former drug addict who has been sober since May 24, 2012. She's also an author, known for the bestselling journal series "The Questions You’ll Wish You Asked." Her philosophy, "Follow Your Fire," reflects her mission to help people navigate life's challenges with meaning, connection, and purpose. Her work emphasizes self-inquiry, writing, and breathwork as tools for personal growth. Despite acknowledging her own vulnerabilities and sensitivities, she aims to live a life of courage and visibility.Website: https://www.followyourfirecoaching.com/Music and Production: Intro music by The Revolving Birds.Episode editing by Stephanie and Derek.Connect with Us: To learn more about the Parentless Podcast and other shows from Back Home Media, visit our website at backhomemedia.com.Remember, if you've found solace in our conversation or have your own story to share, reach out to us at parentlesspodcast@gmail.com or follow us on our social platforms. Your journey through grief may offer light to others in their times of darkness.Instagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069

BONUSLife Jacket Ep, Messages to Dad 2023 Thank you to everyone that participated in this project! This was NOT easy and I appreciate your willingness to share these messages.This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ. Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share? https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastEmail: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

75, It's Just You and Me Now, KidBryna Talamantez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in Texas. She has dealt with death and grief from a young age. Being that she was so young, she didn't realize that anything was out of the ordinary about her life. She spent a lot of time in hopsitals as her dad received care over the years, witnessed her mom giving him CPR, and experienced several instances of other people picking her up from school and whisking her off to the hospital. Bob was 52 years old when he passed away. Bryna was just 9 years old. At age 14, Bryna experienced the death of her maternal grandmother. Bryna and her mother lost the grounding presence that helped them co-exist the most peacefully. This lead to some difficult times between mother and daughter but their love for each other never waivered. Bryna was a young 19 when her mom, Debbie, passed away unexpectedly just a month shy of turning 60.Bryna called upon her life experiences while in college and decided to become a Family Therapist. She helps young children who are dealing with trauma and or grief. She also started her own podcast, What the Feels, where she and her guests are on a journey to unravel mental health themes of the media we consume on a daily basis.Bryna's advice for those helping a child through grief: "We need to listen, be honest with them, and be with them to help them."Bryna has her own "What the Feels" playlist that she listens to when she needs to feel the feels. Samples from her list will be availabe on Instagram. Instagram: @whatthefeelspodcast Website: https://talamanteztherapy.com/If you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateInstagram: @grievingisbreathingWebsite: www.grievingisbreathing.comIf you'd like to help donate to Tim Harris' project while becoming a part of the Parentless Podcast Patreon crew, visit here:https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford.Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share?Email: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

BONUSLife Jacket Ep, Messages to Mom 2023 Thank you to everyone that participated in this project! This was NOT easy and I appreciate your willingness to share these messages.This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ. Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share? https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastEmail: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

74, Pastor RussEmma's dad, Russell, a band-bus driving, blues harmonica playing farmer, died from a heart attack when she was 20. He was a young 46, very active, and his death was extremly unexpected. Emma and her family found out after his death that his consumption of energy drinks affected his blood, which then affected his heart. We discuss complicated grief, having friends in "the club", and the lasting effects of experiencing multiple traumatic events in a row. Emma recommends therapy for all and urges people to be kind, even on the internet! Emma made a TikTok that gathered a lot of attention, which has helped Emma spread awareness regarding energy drink consumption. Emma's advice to her younger self about grief: "It does not go away. People always tell you that it gets easier with time. I feel like that phrasing is wrong, because I don't know if it gets easier, it just gets less condensed." TikTok: @emmatwolegs https://www.tiktok.com/@emmatwolegs/video/7129625096565591338?q=emmatwolegs&t=1683098687419Instagram: @emma_._90Emily's brothers band, Ghost Dinner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cgaFlmglTaEIf you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateInstagram: @grievingisbreathingWebsite: www.grievingisbreathing.comIf you'd like to help donate to Tim Harris' project while becoming a part of the Parentless Podcast Patreon crew, visit here:https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford.Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share?Email: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

73, Copenhagen SnuffValerie's dad died from an overdose when she was 14. Her parents were divorced and she had just been dropped off from a visit with her dad not long before she got the call, finding the police on the other end of the phone instead of her father. Valerie spent years battling addiction following the loss of her father. She has traveled a rough path, but counts her blessings today as she celebrates 3+ years of sobriety. She attributes her sobriety to the Grace of God and the support and love of her family. Valerie now knows it's important for her to do things that keep her mind busy and to preform selfcare, such as meditating, prayer, a long shower, or excercise.Valerie invites anyone that may have struggled with something similar to her to approach her for advice and friendship, as that's what she needed when she was younger. Valerie's advice to her younger self: There could always be a worse situation, so just be grateful for what you have. If you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateInstagram: @grievingisbreathingWebsite: www.grievingisbreathing.comIf you'd like to help donate to Tim Harris' project while becoming a part of the Parentless Podcast Patreon crew, visit here:https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford.Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share?Email: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

72, I Mother MyselfMelissa is a licensed mental health counselor and is on a mission to help others. Melissa's mother, Julie, passed away in October 2010 from ocular melanoma, something which the family knew she had beaten previously, and they didn't expect to come back. Melissa discusses how her releationship with her mother changed from that of parent/child to patient/caregiver. Melissa was there for her mother and is appreciative of that, however she grieves the loss of the parent/child relationship as she knew it. Melissa was 24 when her life changed forever. This left Melissa to be an example to her younger siblings, and to go through her remaining life milestones without her mom. From the unique viewpoint of a therapist and a griever, Melissa recounts her coping mechanisms and the years of therapy that have helped her personally. As a mother herself, Melissa has had to learn how to be a mom without her own mom. We discuss this experience for Melissa and she shares how she copes each day and what she has learned so far.Melissa is also grieving the loss of her father, although he is still living. Grief effects everyone differently, and Melissa has seen first hand some of the devestation that can be caused by others. Melissa's advice on mothering one's self: "Tell yourself what you would tell a good friend."Instagram: @melissanlavIf you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateInstagram: @grievingisbreathingWebsite: www.grievingisbreathing.comIf you'd like to help donate to Tim Harris' project while becoming a part of the Parentless Podcast Patreon crew, visit here:https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford.Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share?Email: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

71, Widows Aren't Invited Out on Saturday NightsSusan Kendal comes to us from Canada.She has experienced many deaths in her own family in a short amount of time. Susan's father suffered from heart disease for over 10 years. He was then diagnosed with chronic lymphoma, but was often unable to receive the needed treatments and medications due to his heart disease. Susan's husband passed away in 2014 while she was helping her father attend to his health. Just 2 years later, her father passed away. In her own words, "I've lost my husband, my father, my brothers." Susan explores being a widow, fatherless, and navigating life as it is now. Susan is now a grief advocate. She wants to help others learn about death, grief, and everything in between. Susan has helped host Death Cafes online, and has started Evolve Beyond Grief to help shatter death taboo. Speaking isn't the only way Susan is giving back to the community. She is an author and has several pieces available, linked below. Her most recent collaborative work is found in the 3rd link, a book called Gathering at the Doorway: An Anthology of Signs, Visits, and Messages from the Afterlife. You'll find Susan's story in Chapter 25, 'Our Shared Love,' about her journey after the transition of her husband Neil. https://hopeforwidows.org/author/skendal/ https://nowtoronto.com/lifestyle/its-an-important-time-to-talk-about-death/https://www.amazon.com/Gathering-Doorway-Anthology-Messages-Afterlife-ebook/dp/B09ZRSPXBCInstagram: @evolvebeyondgriefWebsite: https://www.evolvebeyondgrief.com/ Susan's recommendation for grievers:Death CafeWebsite: https://deathcafe.com/If you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateInstagram: @grievingisbreathingWebsite: www.grievingisbreathing.comIf you'd like to help donate to Tim Harris' project while becoming a part of the Parentless Podcast Patreon crew, visit here:https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford.Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share?Email: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

70, Just Tell Joe Elizabeth "Liz" Entin shares about the loss of her father, Richard. She lost him later in his life several months after a stroke, but it was still a shock when he died. Liz's life did a complete 180 in some aspects, as she started to explore exactly what happens after we die. Liz hosts her own podcast and has written a book based on her experiences of her exploration into the afterlife so far. Liz shares about her father, touches on some of the things she has experienced in regards to signs, and her visits to mediums. Liz's book is called WTF Just Happened?!: A sciencey-skeptic explores grief, healing and evidence of an afterlife. Liz, a logical atheist, delved into exploring if there was any valid reason to think there could be an afterlife after her dad died. Liz is the host of WTF Just Happened?! The Podcast. Visit Liz and listen to her work on many different podcast platforms. She gets the scoop on near death experiences, and digs deep to find more evidence of an afterlife. Instagram: @wtf_just_happened_Website: https://www.wtfjusthappened.net/Liz's recommendation for grievers: The Dinner PartyWebsite: https://www.thedinnerparty.org/If you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateInstagram: @grievingisbreathing Website: www.grievingisbreathing.com If you'd like to help donate to Tim Harris' project while becoming a part of the Parentless Podcast Patreon crew, visit here: https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford. Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share? Email: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

69, I Did the Best I Could As an only child who was born on her dad's 40th birthday, Dani spent 9 years with her best friend. Dani fondly recalls her dad, Bob, pulling her out of Kindergarten to watch track practice for the Indianapolis 500. Now, the race is a family staple and Dani looks forward to gathering with her uncles each May to watch. After Bob passed, Dani had 3 more years with her mom, Linda. They spent most of those years battling Linda's cancer while grieving. Dani was by her mothers side when she left this Earth. She was then forced to navigate life as a Parentless twelve year old. As a byproduct of being Parentless, Dani went to live with her Uncle Dick and Aunt Lila. As if losing one set of parents isn't enough, Dani would eventually experience the loss of her aunt and uncle by the time she was 27. Dani discusses her family, kissing the bricks, divorce, heavy lifting, her job as a health coach, not having an emergency contact, and so much more. Dani's Advice to her younger self: "Sit in the sadness. It's not going to last forever, but it will feel a lot longer if you don't do it now." Instagram: @lovexodaniBook Recommendation by Dani:Codependent No More by Melody BeattieThis conversation was recorded in February 2022. If you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateInstagram: @grievingisbreathing Website: www.grievingisbreathing.com If you'd like to help donate to Tim Harris' project while becoming a part of the Parentless Podcast Patreon crew, visit here: https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford. Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share? Email: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

68, It Feels Like He's in the Room Griever. Son. Fatherless. Motherless. Husband. Coach. Optimist. CounselorDavid Pope hails from London. David's not afraid to share his tips as both a griever and a grief counselor. David is also not afraid to show us his most vulnerable self, which embodies his passion for others in their grief journeys. David explores being Parentless as he discusses his mother and father and the impact they had on his life. He now uses his personal experiences and knowledge to help others, as a degree holding Counselor and a self described Coach. David's Advice to his younger self: "If you connect with the right counselor, then it can help unlock a lot of the stuck emotions. It's very common to get stuck with one particular emotion and just not be able to move on...if you trust them and you click, it paves the way to unlock the emotions." Contact David: Instagram: @healyourgriefWebsite: https://healyourgrief.co.uk/Email: david@healyourgrief.co.ukThis conversation was recorded in February 2022. Grief Podcasts David Recommends: Got Grief - @gotgriefpodcast @hollysumpton01 & @craighenry6Grief is my Side Hustle - Meghan Riordan Jarvis, @griefismysidehustleDying to Know - Annie Grogan, @grogannieIf you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateInstagram: @grievingisbreathing Website: www.grievingisbreathing.com If you'd like to help donate to Tim Harris' project while becoming a part of the Parentless Podcast Patreon crew, visit here: https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford. Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share? Email: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

67, My Twin FlameJordyn Hakes, host of The Horny Housewife Podcast, shares her precious mom, Tami, with us. Tami passed away in her sleep when she was 57 and Jordyn was 30. Jordyn describes her mom as a Charismatic Christian and a Christian version of herself. Tami was a badass mom and loved listening to Kiss and Tom Petty. Jordyn grew up in Texas, and now lives on the West coast. She speaks of the shift in the relationship with her mom when she became a mom herself, and all those times when she heard of other people losing a loved one, just how unfathomable the loss and experience is until you know. Sometimes you don't know until you know...Jordyn flips the script a few times and asks about my parents. And I unintentionally gave Jordyn the chance to discuss what it's like when someone compares their grief to yours. All grief is unique and there is no comparison.There are some things that you don't do until after your parent dies. Starting her podcast was one of those things for Jordyn. She doesn't think her mom would be ashamed of her work, however she doesn't feel like she would have started it if Tami were still around.If you do not live close to your loved one and you want to see their grave, you may want to check out www.findagrave.com . If you find that your person does not have a picture of their grave stone listed, you can send a picture in to be added. Podcast Spotlight: The Horny Housewife is the couples locker room talk, take notes. Your host Jordyn Hakes is raw, unfiltered and a bit salacious, discussing all things sex, the realities of marriage, & answering YOUR burning questions while always protecting anonymity. From mismatched libidos, the male g-spot, backdoor entry, how-to’s for both men and women, no topic is off limits. Buckle up freaky fam I'm mentioning it all, tune in to learn how to be better in bed, more intentional in your relationships, and explore the unknown. Join me every Monday for some guaranteed laughs, no sugarcoating, sexy tips, story times and the occasional jaw dropping question.Instagram: @_thehornyhousewifepodcastWebsite: https://www.thehornyhousewifepodcast.comEmail: thehornyhousewifepod@gmail.comIf you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateInstagram: @grievingisbreathing Website: www.grievingisbreathing.com If you'd like to help donate to Tim Harris' project while becoming a part of the Parentless Podcast Patreon crew, visit here: https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford. Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share? Email: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

66, They Called Her Mama CassJanet's mom died the day Janet graduated high school. If that doesn't set the tone for your life, followed directly by some shitty treatment by your remaining family which heavily impacts your future, I'm not sure what does. Janet lives in Canada and is a "badass boss lady" just like her mama, Cass. She is proud to be a public servant. Janet has come a long way from the 18 year old girl whose life blew up in her face when her mother died. She now has her own family, and has used her experiences to better prepare for her children and their future. Janet wanted to remember the 25th anniversary of her mother's death in June 2020. She created the Motherlove Project, where she shares written stories and pictures of other women who have lost their mothers. True to her life's design, she created a medium where others can write their own stories, just like Janet realized she could do with her own life. "My mom's story is not mine. I get to write a different story." Instagram: @janetgwilliamwright and @motherloveprojectWebsite: https://www.motherloveproject.com/Email: janetgwilliam36@gmail.comIf you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateInstagram: @grievingisbreathing Website: www.grievingisbreathing.com If you'd like to help donate to Tim Harris' project while becoming a part of the Parentless Podcast Patreon crew, visit here: https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford. Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share? Email: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

65, Thank God for Jesus Christ Thank God for Jesus Christ. Those were Deborah Ann Mays' last words. Her daughter, Andrea Powell, will never forget hearing her mother speak those words. Andrea shares those memories with us, along with the everlasting impression that Deborah Ann left on the earth and those that knew her. Andrea grew up being the only girl amongst her brothers, so the bond between mother and daughter was close. Andrea's parents never divorced, but eventually her father left their family after years of adversity. Andrea shares about Edward, also known as "Black Rambo" in the neighborhood. Andrea discusses life with her dad, along with the lessons she learned from him. And we can't forget the ever important saying from grandfather JP! Andrea is a leader in her church, and enjoys using her spare time to hold a Prayer Boot Camp for those interested in increasing their praying habits. Andrea has also written a daily devotional and is the host of her own podcast, We Are Not So Different. Podcast SpotlightWe Are Not So Different"This podcast will draw and unite people from different walks of life by highlighting the similarities in the sum total of our life experiences as opposed to pointing out the glaring differences that often separate us."Instagram: @wearenotsodifferent_ @mays2powellWebsite: https://www.wearenotsodifferent.com/Daily Devotions from the Heart of an Encourager by Andrea Powell is available here: https://www.amazon.com/Daily-Devotions-Encourager-Andrea-Powell-ebook/dp/B087JFHSNH/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1AX4739CO6AUW&keywords=daily+devotional+andrea+powell&qid=1655169232&sprefix=daily+devotion+andrea+powell%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-2If you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateInstagram: @grievingisbreathing Website: www.grievingisbreathing.com This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford. Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share? https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastEmail: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

64, Grieving Is Breathing If you've listened to more than one episode in the last several months, you have heard me talking about Tim and his great idea. You know. The one where he wants to raise enough money to help put at least one person through therapy for one year. That's right. We have arrived. It's time for you to meet Tim Harris. Generally I have a lot of words to insert here, but Tim tells it best as he shares about his beautiful mama, Darlene. Tim's Recommendations: Instagram: @girl.grief and @dosgriefsupportIf you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateInstagram: @grievingisbreathing Website: www.grievingisbreathing.com This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford. Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share? https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastEmail: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

63, Patience Is a Virtue Kyndra Crump often finds herself making jokes - she's more of the laugh instead of cry type. She comes to us from Atlanta. She has worked on building herself as a comedian and she hosts The Kyndra Crump Show. Kyndra is currently earning her PhD in Child Psychology. Kyndra and her father, Trupiedo Crump, did not always have a smooth relationship, and Kyndra has not had a chance to grieve the loss of her father at this point, 4.5 years after his death. She had to learn to forgive him while he was alive, but is waiting for the grief to hit her, when/if that may occur. Kyndra's advice: This is how I get through day to day: I stay prayed up, I do my yoga, I think of happy thoughts. Drink water, eat vegetables, get some sleep. Kyndra's Recommendations: The BibleThe Kyndra Crump ShowInstagram: @thekyndracrumpshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcfWwPo89i3frdSOsTV-jUQThis show was recorded in January 2022 and released on 5.17.22 - Kyndra's birthday. Every year, she celebrates this day just six days after her late father's birthday. If you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford. Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share? https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastEmail: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

62, Clemmie and the Octopus of Grief December in Thailand. Christmas. Family and friends brought together for a holiday at the beach. The last Christmas before everything would change unexpectedly the next day. Clemmie Clough, 31, recalls her mother saying, "remember to take the cushions inside," when they saw something strange happening with the sea. Clemmie was 13. She was swept away, along with her mother, sister, and others who were with them. Clemmie shares where she is now in her grief journey. She also tells us about the present that everyone gets when their person leaves this earth. A present that must be cared for, or it can make your life a mess. Clemmie's advice: It's really shit some days and some days it's less shit. It does get better. Keep talking to your friends because they're there to help you. Podcast Spotlight: How Is Today? Hosted by Clemmie & Alby, the "How Is Today?" podcast shows you how to break the silence around grief, one curious question at a time.Each episode, they're joined by an expert in their field with real grief experience, to help show us how to have a good conversation about grief (season 1 guests are Sir Andrew Strauss, Dr Leyla Hussein, Zak Williams, Nathalie Clough and Benj Pasek).Hosted by Alby Shale and Clemmie Clough and recorded by Message Heard. Follow the show and keep up with the community on Twitter and Instagram, and listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. The above information can be found on the website, listed below.website: https://www.howistoday.com/Instagram: @how.is.todayTwitter: @how_is_todaylinktr.ee/howistodayIf you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford. Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share? https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastEmail: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

61, Homicide Loss - LVM ADVNTGE Don't let the LOSS take over your MIND, use it to your ADVNTGE.Rebecca Benny was 17 and in high school the day she had to gather her friends and tell them her mom had been killed. She was closer to her father than her mother at the time, and she has been left with the task of figuring out her complicated relationship with her mother now as a motherless daughter. Besides gathering her friends that day to tell them the news, it wasn't typical of Rebecca to speak about her mother, Luz V Minda. Today she's 24 and has started a podcast in order to voice her own story and to be a voice for others experiencing homicide grief. Join Rebecca in her very first episodes and travel with her on her literal journey from the dark to the light. Rebecca began sharing her story from a couch in a dark room. 13 episodes later, she has started to show her face and has just released her first True Survivor Series sharing other homicide loss survivor's stories.Rebecca's Advice: That guilt should be on the person that committed the crime. Not us, because we didn't do anything wrong. It is important to keep their name going. Don't stop talking about them. Book Recommendation: Healing Your Traumatized Heart: 100 Practical Ideas After Someone You Love Dies a Sudden, Violent Death (Healing a Grieving Heart series) by Alan D Wolfelthttps://www.amazon.com/Healing-Your-Traumatized-Heart-Practical/dp/1879651327Podcast Spotlight: LVM Podcast - LMV ADVNTGEJoin Rebecca Benny as she shares her journey of losing her mother to homicide. As we live in a world where people would rather listen to true crime stories, survivors are the only ones that are able to share the life their loved ones lived. Rebecca not only talks about her grief, but also provides a safe place for other survivors to talk about their grief. Let’s Raise Homicide Awareness Together.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtMsEZTsPyPU6Q3FTT3yBCQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lvmadvntge/Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/lvmadvntgeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lvmadvntge/If you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford. Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share? https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastEmail: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

60, One Nine ThreeDanielle Remigio has not only shown up for herself, but her younger sister and a larger extended family. She hasn't only shown up once, twice, but three times, and each of these times she has written and given her person's eulogy. Danielle is one of many, but shouldered a lot of the loss in her family over the last several years, and presenting the eulogies was just a portion of how she supported her family. Danielle discusses the lives and the loss of her parents, Amy and Louis, along with the fluidity of her relationship with her sister, and how her own loss has shaped her life today. Both Amy and Louis gave to their community throughout their lives, and Danielle and her family found meaningful ways to give back to the community in their honor. Danielle created a tool to help others with their own grief, and she had the honor of presenting this as a TEDx speaker. Search for Cleaning up the Grief Process on YouTube because you don't want to miss Danielle's amazing presentation! Instagram: @dl_remigioWebsite: https://www.danielleremigio.com/Podcast Spotlight: Amplify Ambition with Kristen EdwardsGrief, Gratitude, and the Grey in Between by Kendra RenaldiIf you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford. Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share? https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastEmail: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.

59, They Called Her WinnieMershon Niesner lost her mother when she was 8 years old. Her mom, Winnifred, was 34. Mershon and her father made a go of it living on their own. It was 1954 and you didn't hardly see a single father raising a daughter. But Mershon's dad made it work for the both of them. Coming to us at a young 76 years old, Mershon has the honor of being the person with the most grief experience in the history of Parentless Podcast. Mershon explains that she has dealt with many types of loss, one of those being divorce, which was the toughest type of loss for her to navigate. On Mershon's 75th birthday, she published a book to help other grievers figure out what is next after mother loss. The following is found in the description of the book found on Amazon: "Mershon interviewed over fifty daughters giving readers a broad perspective on mother loss. Stories and advice comes from daughters of teen and young adult loss, loss through homicide, abandonment, and Alzheimer’s.Mershon writes from her heart as she shares over seventy years of mother loss experience. Readers come away with a sense of camaraderie, insight into how to move forward, and compassion for the experiences of others. Niesner also supports readers as a Certified Life Coach by posing valuable coaching questions at the end of each step."Follow this link to get the book: https://www.amazon.com/Moms-Gone-Now-What-Daughters/dp/0974307610/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=mom%27s+gone%2C+now+what&qid=1645094034&sr=8-1Mershon's father, Leon, passed away when he was 92. Merson shares what it was like to be raised by a single father, and the sacrifices that he made for her over the years. They had more of a partnership and worked together to make their home run. Mershon is now working on her second book, which is based in Nebraska and focuses on the time period when her father's grandparent's were alive.Mershon writes in her blog at least weekly, and it covers all aspects of life, not just mother loss. Visit her Mershon to at her blog listed below.Mershon's Advice: "Move forward doesn't mean forget." Book recommendations: When Bad Things Happen to Good People: https://www.amazon.com/When-Things-Happen-Good-People/dp/1400034728How To Be Your Own Best Friendhttps://www.amazon.com/s?k=how+to+be+your+own+best+friend&i=stripbooks&crid=1EI7VL3465SWS&sprefix=how+to+be+your+own+best%2Cstripbooks%2C118&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_23Instagram: @mershonniesnerWebsite: https://www.mershonniesner.com/Email: mershonniesner@gmail.comBlog: www.motherloss.blogIf you'd like to donate to Tim Harris' project of providing free therapy to at least one person for one year, please visit www.grievingisbreathing.com/donateThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.Additional production and music by Ian Releford. Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share? https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcastEmail: parentlesspodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @parentlesspodcastVoicemail: 623.396.6069You are not alone.