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From Stuck to Stepping Forward: Using Coaching to Navigate Grief with Lisa Archer

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From Stuck to Stepping Forward: Using Coaching to Navigate Grief with Lisa Archer
Apr 30, 2026
Karen Lafferty

Episode Number: Episode 24

Release Date: 30 April 2026


Episode Title: From Stuck to Stepping Forward: Using Coaching to Navigate Grief with Lisa Archer

Episode Summary: In this episode of Grief Unedited, I’m joined by Lisa Archer, Life Coach.

We’re pulling back the curtain on what it’s actually like to work at the intersection of life and death. Lisa shares the surprising lessons they’ve learned on the job, the myths they want to bust, and the moments of profound human connection that keep them going.

About Lisa:  Lisa Archer is a certified life coach and grief educator who helps people move forward after loss. Originally from Seattle and now based in the UK, she was inspired by her own experiences of grief and now supports others through coaching, education, and speaking. 

In this episode, we chat about:

  • The Reality of the Role: What a typical day looks like when your "office" is centered around loss.
  • The Human Element: The most unexpected thing Lisa has learned about people through their work.
  • Breaking the Stigma: Tackling the common misconceptions people have about her role.
  • Personal Impact: How working in the bereavement industry has changed the way Lisa views their own life and relationships.

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