Navigating Sorrow and Supporting Loved Ones

Episode 11: Discussion Notes

podcast cover art for the Bildirimlerim podcast on grief with a picture of Rita Joy and her husband

Everyone encounters grief in some capacity at some point, which is a difficult reality. In this episode of Bildirimlerim, my husband and I discuss this subject not as experts, but as individuals who have navigated personal grief and are learning how to support others through theirs.

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Navigating Grief and Supportive Language

While I usually prefer lighter chats, grief and loss are frequent topics of conversation in our home, particularly over the last few years.

Irwin is nearing completion of his masters degree in chaplaincy and spiritual care, so I benefit from hearing insightful quotes from his reading, and I enjoy reviewing his final academic papers before submission.

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Topics Covered in This Bildirimlerim Episode on Grief:

Personal instances of grief we have encountered
Insights gained from our paths through sorrow and loss
Appropriate things to communicate to someone who has suffered a loss
Helpful Materials

Links and references shared within this podcast

Note: Some links provided are affiliate links.

The Reddit article concerning grief that Irwin reviewed
Carolyn Mackintosh's “I Promise” Tweet collection
Recommended grief literature resources
What’s Your Grief website

Additionally, here are some suggestions if you are feeling the genuine impact of the “Winter blues“.

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Rita Joy, who writes for the Bildirimlerim blog, hosts the Bildirimlerim podcast. Her approach combines enjoyable chats and narrative flair, offering helpful advice to enhance how your home appears and feels. New episodes arrive every Monday.