The Slowdown: Poetry & Reflection Daily 1387: Different Kinds of Sadness by Jenny Molberg
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Nov 3, 2025 This podcast explores the nuances of sadness through the lens of friendship and support. Maggie shares her personal experiences of receiving help from friends during tough times, emphasizing how those connections can truly be lifesaving. The reading of Jenny Molberg's poem, Different Kinds of Sadness, delves into themes of memory and emotional healing. It's a heartfelt reminder of the importance of opening up and accepting kindness from others in our darkest moments.
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Friendship As Life-Saving Support
- Maggie Smith observes that friendship can literally save a life by providing belonging and hope.
- Emotional presence and practical help can restart a person's heart after loss.
Friends Who Stepped In
- Maggie Smith recounts friends who provided meals, company, jobs, and housing after her marriage ended.
- Those acts of support materially helped her recover emotionally and logistically during a hard time.
Be The Friend Who Shows Up
- Maggie Smith invites listeners to think of people who showed up when needed and to reciprocate that care.
- She suggests letting the poem inspire you to be the kind of friend who appears in hard moments.