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Maureen – “Permission to mourn”

Maureen explains about grief being valid and how important it is to look after yourself.

Christian – “Grief in the opioid crisis”

Christian talks about looking for answers in great sadness.

Betsy – Adoption and grief

Betsy tell her story of losing her adopted son to cancer

Lynda – “Same storm different boat”

Lynda discusses how grief is universal yet unique to everyone

Michael – “A story of loss and longing”

Michael relays a story of a man coping after the loss of his wife.

Kim – Support at the hospital

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

Chantal – Physical symptoms and grieving

Chantal talks about panic attacks and thinking she was having a heart attack

Kara – “Meals”

Kara discusses food shopping for one and learning what she as an individual likes. Kara continues to grieve the death of her partner.

Craig – My Cumulative Grief

Craig shares his story of experiencing a series of significant losses over the course of two years. He talks about the shock, grief, and uncertainty he felt during this time, and how he coped with the accumulation of loss.Craig’s story is a reminder that grief is a normal and natural response to loss, but it can be overwhelming when it comes in waves. If you are experiencing grief, it is important to reach out for support from friends, family, or a therapist. There is no right or wrong way to grieve, and everyone experiences it differently. The important thing is to be patient with yourself and to allow yourself to feel your emotions.

Michele – Covid and virtual support

MIchele discuss support and how COVID has affected our grief in so many waysort

Antoinetta – Things that help when struggling

Antoinetta talks about the first time she learned that it was ok that she was grieving and how to unpack all her feelings

John Martin – Understanding Grief part 1

John discusses his understanding of what grief is