If you are grieving in lockdown, this bonus episode is for you. We catch up on how long we’ve been in house arrest, how it’s impacting our grief, what we’ve been up to and what’s been getting us through.We also share some wonderful tips and words of encouragement from our community to get you through this difficult time.We reveal details about our new private Facebook group, Good Mourning Grief Community. You can join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1340956019638182If, like Sal, you feel inspired to blast some 90s dance anthems to boost your lockdown mood, we’ve curated a list of our favourite tunes for you here (and feel free to tag us in your solo dance party Insta stories): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0Zoh6N8NktnVO9IHajCpIiCheck out our yoga for grief simple routine created by friend of the podcast, Flo: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CSIOCbrhMGy/?utm_medium=copy_linkCheck out What's Your Grief's on-line courses: https://whatsyourgrief.com/online-courses/Here’s a great box breathing tutorial: https://youtu.be/xTy49RSxOGwCome say hello to us on Instagram @goodmourningpodcast.www.goodmourning.com.auIf you are concerned about your health, please contact a medical professional. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, phone Lifeline on 13 11 14, or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636. In emergencies, call 000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we are joined by Rebecca Jax to talk about sibling loss, and the importance of releasing trauma that is trapped in your body. Rebecca shares her story of losing her younger brother, Jack to suicide, and how this experience was a huge catalyst for her healing journey. We talk about how to navigate sibling loss and why it can sometimes be a lesser acknowledged form of grief. She shares how she had to hit rock bottom and take herself to the depths of what Jack felt, and how from there left everything behind to spend years on a spiritual journey, learning about somatic healing and how to heal the spirit, mind and body. Today, Rebecca is a trauma informed grief and suicide loss mentor, guiding suicide loss survivors through their healing journey using holistic healing art forms and spiritual principles.FREE EVENT REPLAY: Feeling the weight of grief? Discover how energy healing and breathwork can help you cope. Watch our exclusive session here: http://tiny.cc/gmeventreplay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are joined by New York Times bestselling author and founder of the Motherless Daughters movement, Hope Edelman, to discuss her latest book, The AfterGrief: Finding Your Way Along the Long Arc of Loss and why grief isn't something to get over, get past, or move beyond.We discuss how grief can ebb and flow but this doesn't mean that we're 'doing it wrong’ and  why grieving may be a lifelong process, it doesn’t have to be a struggle.We also dive into Hope’s own personal experience of becoming a mum after losing her mum  when she was 17, how her grief has evolved over time, and how we can reframe the experience of mothering without a mother.Whether you are curious to know how to navigate grief as the years stretch by, or are perhaps interested in hearing her perspective as a motherless daughter and mum, this conversation will educate and inspire you.Come say hello to us on Instagram @goodmourningpodcast.www.goodmourning.com.auLinksBuy Hope’s latest book, The AfterGrief: Finding Your Way Along the Long Arc of LossAnd some of her other books we’d recommend are...Motherless Daughters by Hope EdelmanMotherless Mothers by Hope Edelmanhttps://www.motherlessdaughters.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we talk about a big component of grief that isn’t often talked about, and this is guilt.⁠Join us as we deep dive into our own personal experiences with grief and guilt and how it has manifested for us. We also put a shout out to our community on Instagram to submit your questions, experiences and tips around the topic. We had a massive response. We share your tips, stories and answer your questions on the podcast, so be sure to tune in!⁠It seems that guilt is something lots of you are experiencing, so we are really hoping that by covering this topic, you find it helpful.⁠⁠Just to say, if you are suffering from feelings of worry and guilt and it is impacting your day-to-day, we do recommend seeking some professional help. It has helped us both massively in our personal lives. E-mail: hello@goodmourning.com.auInstagram: @goodmourningpodcastwww.goodmourning.com.auThe Big Grief InstagramGrief and Guilt Homework'Death Guilt' via the Grief Compass Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The day is here! We are pumped to bring you our conversation with one of Australia’s most highly rated psychic clairvoyant and spiritual mediums, David The Medium. As a psychic medium, he has the ability to connect with spirits in the afterlife, and is able to receive messages and provide incredible comfort for people grieving the loss of a loved one.In this episode, you’ll hear all about how David became a psychic medium, his beliefs about what happens when we cross over, receiving signs from our loved ones, and how we can nurture our own psychic abilities.We were both incredibly lucky enough to have a session with David shortly after the recording, and in the intro, we debrief on our own personal readings, which were nothing short of mindblowing!We also put the question out to our Good Mourning community about what you would like us to ask David in our interview, so tune in to find out if your question was answered! Whether you’re a sceptic or a fully fledged member of the psychic medium fan club, this conversation is enlightening and uplifting. Prepare to feel inspired by this magical man.Come say hello to us on Instagram @goodmourningpodcast.www.goodmourning.com.auLinksConnect with David on social media and don’t forget to keep an eye out for his next appointment round in late July 2021.Instagram @davidthemediumFacebook /davidthemediumIf you want to learn more about receiving signs, we highly recommend one of our favourite books by Laura Lynn Jackson: Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe by Laura Lynn JacksonHere is the link to our panel discussussion at this year's Vivid Sydney. Tickets go on sale on the 2nd of June, so stay tuned! www.vividsydney.com/event/ideas/good-mourning-a-new-way-to-think-about-grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, photographer Stepha Doyle bravely shares her story about what it was like to grow up with a parent with a mental illness.Stepha’s mum, Coleen, was diagnosed with bipolar when Stepha was in her teens. After being hospitalised several times, she tragically took her own life, when Stepha was only 17 years old.We discuss how she navigated a difficult dynamic, often feeling like a parent to her mother rather than a child, how she coped with her mum’s unpredictable behaviour, and how after her passing she found strength to keep going.Through such tragedy, Stepha has discovered acceptance through self-expression and has created a life for herself that she loves, despite dealing with such tragedy early in life.Prepare to be inspired by this courageous, wonderful and sparkly woman. Come say hello to us on Instagram @goodmourningpodcast.www.goodmourning.com.auLinksLifeline 24/7: 13 11 14, www.lifeline.org.auSuicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467, www.suicidecallbackservice.org.auConnect with Stepha on Instagram @stepha_doyle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All panic, no disco? Us too. Join us for this honest, no-holds-barred conversation where we deep dive into a big topic that can be common if you’re grieving: ANXIETY.In our latest Up Close and Griefy, we go all out on grief and anxiety, sharing our own personal experiences on how it has affected us both since our mums died. We share how it impacts us including health anxieties, that ever present worry that someone has died, keeping overly busy (to our detriment) and PTSD...and how we manage it.We also share stories and tips from our amazing Instagram community and answer your questions based on our personal experience. E-mail: hello@goodmourning.com.auInstagram: @goodmourningpodcastwww.goodmourning.com.auLinksAnxiety: The Missing Stage of Grief by Claire Bidwell SmithSome of our recommended products that have helped us manage our anxiety:Alexis Smart Wholehearted dropsGrief a Guided Journal by Jo BetzPolarity screensAn extensive list of grief support resources here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We sit down with actor, singer and all round legend, Alicia Gardiner, who shares her story of watching her mum, Pam, decline from early onset Alzhiemer’s disease and the anticipatory grief that comes with “the long goodbye”.Alicia shares how she came to terms with her mum’s decline over the years, choosing to go with the journey of her mum’s disease rather than fight it. We talk about how letting go and finding humour in the darkest moments can be a saving grace in situations beyond your control.She bravely opens up about how although it took some time, she now feels a closeness to her mum that she didn’t think was possible, and how she feels her mum is guiding her from above.Prepare to laugh, cry and be truly inspired by this warm, funny and courageous woman. Oh, and be sure to have a Magnum ice cream for Pam.Come say hello to us on Instagram @goodmourningpodcast.www.goodmourning.com.auLinksConnect with Alicia on Instagram @aliciagardiner__Dementia Australia’s websiteAlzheimer's Associations Australia’s websiteAustralian Alzheimer's Research Foundation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we interview Rebecca Soffer, the Co-Founder and CEO of Modern Loss and Co-Author of Modern Loss: Candid Conversation About Grief. When Rebecca was 30 years old, her mum Shelby, died in a tragic car accident one hour after dropping Rebecca home from a family camping trip. Four years later, her dad died from a sudden heart attack while on a cruise to the Bahamas, leaving Rebecca orphaned at the age of 34 and feeling “untethered from any foundation”. Rebecca talks candidly about having to make the choice to live her life as richly as she could, despite being thrown into the depths of grief. She used her experience and her struggle to find resources that weren’t too clinical, to go on and create Modern Loss.She also shares the importance of seeing the humour in the dark times, which is something that we both feel passionate about. Oh, and why we need to all stop saying ‘passed away’ and start saying ‘died’.Prepare to be educated and inspired by this incredible woman.Come say hello on Instagram!Instagram: @goodmourningpodcastwww.goodmourning.com.auLinksCheck out Modern Loss here: http://www.modernloss.com/Buy Modern Loss Candid Conversation about Grief. Beginners Welcome hereModern Loss on Substack: https://modernloss.substack.com/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we go all out on a topic that isn’t discussed enough – grief and relationships. We delve into how our relationships, friendships and familial relationships have shifted since our mums died – the good, the bad...and the downright unbelievable!When someone dies, it can affect so many parts of our lives in ways we couldn’t ever imagine or predict. Grief changes things, and it’s how we navigate these changes that matter the most. We chat through all of the lessons we’ve learned along the way, and share our advice on how to navigate shifts in relationships.We also introduce our BRAND NEW monthly ‘What’s Your Grief!?’ segment, where we will be answering questions from our Instagram community on all things grief and relationships.Join us for this candid, no-holds-barred conversation...nothing is off limits!E-mail: hello@goodmourning.com.auInstagram: @goodmourningpodcastwww.goodmourning.com.auLinksSal's recommended book on boundaries: The Joy of Being Selfish by Michelle Elman: find book hereSome useful resources if you are looking to connect with others who are experiencing loss: Our Grief (Sydney)GriefPal (worldwide, ages 18-35)Talk About Loss (UK only)An extensive list of grief support resources here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.