Grief, I Didn't Sign Up for This
Grief is tough—but so are we. "Grief, I Didn't Sign Up for This," is a space for real, raw, and sometimes even humorous conversations about navigating loss, healing, and faith. Hosted by Shaleka Smith, this podcast explores the many faces of grief—not just losing loved ones but also the loss of relationships, identity, dreams, and expectations.
We’ll laugh, we’ll cry, and we’ll keep it real as we unpack the messy emotions that come with grief. Through personal stories, faith-based encouragement, and maybe even a few awkward moments (because grief can be weird), "Grief, I Didn't Sign Up for This" reminds you that you're not alone. With scripture, expert insights, and a little lightheartedness, we’ll walk this journey together—one step, one story, and one deep breath at a time.
Subscribe now for honest conversations, hope-filled encouragement, and the occasional grief-related chuckle. Because even in the hardest moments, joy still finds a way in.
Grief, I Didn't Sign Up for This
A Soft Place to Land: A 7-Minute Grief Meditation
In this special bonus episode of Grief, I Didn’t Sign Up for This, Shaleka offers a gentle, grounding, 7-minute guided meditation created for anyone carrying the quiet weight of grief. Whether you’re navigating a fresh loss, an old wound that still aches, or the heaviness that shows up during the holidays and hard seasons, this meditation invites you into stillness, breath, and emotional safety.
Through calming imagery, compassionate reflection, and faith-centered grounding, this short practice helps listeners:
- slow down their thoughts
- release pent-up tension
- sit honestly with their emotions
- feel God’s nearness in the midst of pain
- reconnect with their breath and their body
- experience a few moments of peace right where they are
This episode is your soft place to land — a moment to pause, exhale, and care for your heart. Perfect for mornings when you wake up heavy, nights when grief won’t let you rest, or anytime you need a sacred breather in the middle of a difficult day.
Press play, breathe deeply, and let this meditation meet you with gentleness.
