GRIEF: Let's Make Sense of This Sh*t

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Let's Work This Sh*t Out

21 episodes

4 months ago

Grief is messy, confusing, and at times, downright overwhelming. But you don’t have to navigate it alone. Grief: Let’s Make Sense of This Sht* is a podcast series designed to guide you through the complexities of loss with compassion, honesty, and a little bit of humor.

Each main episode dives deep into specific aspects of grief, from navigating the emotional rollercoaster to finding healthy ways to cope. We share real-life stories, research-backed tools, and practical strategies that you can apply at your own pace.

Alongside the main episodes, our “5 Mins Out” bonus segments offer quick, actionable tips for when you need immediate relief. Whether you're grieving a loved one, the end of a relationship, or any significant loss, this podcast is here to remind you that it's okay to feel however you're feeling—and that healing is possible, one step at a time.

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Episodes (20/21)

GRIEF: Let's Make Sense of This Sh*t

Grief: Processing Emotions Without Drowning - Tools That Actually Work

In this episode, Dylan guides you through the complex world of processing emotions in grief, sharing that there's no right way to feel your way through loss. Whether you're experiencing overwhelming anger, unexpected numbness, or contradictory emotions all at once, this conversation offers gentle validation and practical tools. Through real listener stories and research-backed insights, you'll discover that grief emotions are information to be honored, not problems to be solved. Dylan explores how our brains literally rewire themselves to hold both love and loss, and shares concrete techniques for moving through overwhelming feelings without being consumed by them.

Key Takeaways

There's no timeline or right way to process grief emotions
Grief activates the same brain pathways as physical pain
Maintaining bonds with deceased loved ones supports healthy adjustment
Emotions in grief carry important information about healing
Multiple contradictory feelings can coexist and are completely normal

What You'll Discover

How to create space for difficult emotions without drowning in them
The pause and breathe technique for emotional overwhelm
Why naming specific emotions reduces their power over you
How to use the wave visualization for intense grief feelings
Daily integration practices that honor grief while supporting life

Resources Mentioned

Dr. George Bonanno's research on resilient grief patterns at Columbia University
Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor's neuroscience studies on grief and brain rewiring
Dr. Nigel Field's continuing bonds research at University of Utah
The Harvard Study of Adult Development on grief and long-term wellbeing
Dr. Worden's tasks of mourning framework

Next Episode Preview Next week, we'll explore how to navigate the holidays when grief feels overwhelming, including practical strategies for family gatherings and creating new traditions that honor your loss.

📩 Have questions or want to share your story? Reach out at grief@senseofthisshit.com.
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