As I Live and Grieve®
It’s time for grief to come out of the basement, or wherever we have stuffed it to avoid talking about it. When you suffer a loss you need support, comfort, and a safe place to heal. What you are experiencing is painful but normal, unique but similar, surreal but very, very real. As grief advocates we understand and want to provide support, knowledge and comfort as you continue to live and grieve. Host, Kathy Gleason; Producer, Kelly Keck. www.asiliveandgrieve.com
As I Live and Grieve®
Always a Sibling
Sibling grief is a deeply personal journey that often feels overlooked, yet its impact is profound and lasting. Join us as we engage with Annie Orenstein, a tech researcher and author of "Always a Sibling: The Forgotten Mourner's Guide to Grief," to uncover the complex emotions surrounding the loss of a sibling. Annie shares her heartfelt story about losing her brother Ben in Afghanistan and the uncharted territory of sibling mourning she navigated. Through her extensive research involving 350 bereaved siblings, Annie sheds light on the unique challenges faced, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and supporting sibling grief, which is too often overshadowed by other familial losses.
Experience a candid conversation about the roles of family support and the rituals that keep memories alive during holidays. Learn from Annie's personal anecdotes about her Jewish family's traditions and the strength found in honoring individual grieving processes within a family unit. We discuss the delicate task of sharing a loved one's story with children, focusing on celebrating life rather than just their passing. The power of enduring love is highlighted, transforming grief into an everlasting bond that influences future generations. Annie's insights, paired with our own reflections, make this episode a resonant resource for anyone navigating the poignant journey of sibling loss.
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Music by Kevin MacLeod
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