Have you ever felt like you're grieving not just a loss, but grieving grief itself? In this episode, I introduce the term “meta grief”—the invisible sorrow that comes from being tired of grieving, worn down by ongoing tragedy, or overwhelmed by the endlessness of loss. If you’ve felt grief fatigue or wondered how long this will last, this episode is for you.

Sometimes grief is too big for plain language. I’m sharing six powerful grief metaphors—from the “Ball in the Box” to “grief butter” to my own “dressing room”—that give shape and words to what life after loss feels like. These images can help you explain your grief, validate your experience, and feel a little more understood.

You don’t need to be a therapist to support someone grieving. In this episode, discover why presence matters more than credentials and how to show up with confidence, even when you feel unqualified.

What makes a “good death” for a beloved pet—and how do you grieve when society says, “It was just an animal”? Jana DeCristofaro of The Dougy Center joins me to explore pet grief, creating meaningful end-of-life rituals, and how to keep honoring your animal companion after they die.

Discover how Life After Loss Academy has transformed the lives of grieving people facing death, divorce, diagnosis, and other major life changes. I share five real student stories and the healing they experienced through live coaching, supportive community, and the GRIEF Method program.

When loss shatters your life, “rebuilding” can feel impossible—especially if it means leaving your person behind. But what if you don’t have to “get over” your grief to move forward? I’ll cover what rebuilding after loss really means, and how to carry your grief with you into a life that still holds peace, purpose, and joy.

Friendship grief is one of the most overlooked and heartbreaking parts of loss. I’m talking about why friends pull away after death, divorce, or diagnosis—and what you can do about it.