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Chantal – Anticipatory grief

Chantal defines antipatory grief and the grief before the physical loss

Kate – Stigma

Kate discusses how difficult the stigma is to deal with

Lyss – Holding Space

Lyss discusses holding space, feeling the feelings and the things her Mom missed by dying at 47.

Christian – “When people say dumb things”

Christian explains how he deals with people who say dumb things.

Maureen – “My miscarriages and attachment”

Maureen tells about her miscarriages, attachment and understanding why she felt so terrible.

Bryan – My Story

Bryan talks about his father being a lawyer and being shot and killed by an apposing lawyer. He talks about his mother and brother and how they have coped

Christian – Language around those pushed to the margins

Christian talks about how people who are pushed to the margins are not discussed as part of our community and how we need to include them. As a community how do we care for our neighbours and how do we mourn the loss of our neighbours

Kim – Support at the hospital

Kim discusses how tough COVID made the hospital experience and the support she received

Jim – Significant incidents

Jim discusses being involved in a significant incident and how it’s normal to feel overwhelmed and ruminate over it. You may even start to drink or use drugs to cope. But it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Many police officers have been through similar experiences. And there are resources available to help you get through this.One of the best things you can do is talk to a trusted friend or colleague. They can offer support and understanding. You can also seek professional help from a therapist or counselor. They can help you to process your experience and develop healthy coping mechanisms. It’s also important to remember that you can’t change the past. But you can learn from it. And you can move on. Don’t let one incident define you. You are a strong and capable person. And you will get through this.

John – My Story

John tells the story of his wife became ill suddenly and died

Maria – “Exhale meditation”

Maria guides an exhale meditation.

Finding Your Way Through Hard Feelings Playlist

Listen to the thoughts and insights of people and families living with grief.