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Good Mourning

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May 30, 2024 • 49min

The 3 Attachment Styles and How They Impact Your Relationships with Julie Menanno

Loss impacts relationships—some grow stronger, some strain, and some fracture entirely. So, how can we cultivate relationships that feel secure and safe as we navigate life’s challenges?Our guest today helps us explore just that. Julie Menanno is the author of Secure Love and a Family Therapist, which specialises in emotionally focused therapy for couples. She shares how we can create healthier relationships, how different attachment styles behave and react to others, how to break codependency cycles, and how to work towards a secure relationship.💛 If Good Mourning has helped you, consider becoming a Patreon supporter: patreon.com/goodmourning 💛 Help us keep supporting grievers everywhere.Sign up to our newsletter here for even more grief support.Join our monthly grief support membership here. Thanks for being part of our community, we're so glad you're here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 16, 2024 • 41min

Sal's Tough Life Decision to be Childfree

In today's episode, we're sharing untold parts of Sal's story and how losing her mum came at a time when she was making a pivotal life choice of whether or not to have children. Sal shares her journey of grappling with the decision. From early doubts to a pivotal miscarriage that made her question her desires and societal expectations, the loneliness she felt and how she coped without having her mum to talk to. We hope this conversation will resonate with anyone else who has been grappling with one of life's most significant decisions.💛 Become a supporter on Patreon: patreon.com/goodmourningSign up to our newsletter here for even more grief support.Thanks for being part of our community, we're so glad you're here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 11, 2024 • 1h 9min

BONUS: Unpacking Mother Loss with Zoe Marshall

For this bonus Mother’s Day episode, Zoe Marshall joins us to talk about the long-lasting impacts of mother loss. Zoe gets vulnerable about losing her mum, Jan, when she was 20. From coping with toxic family dynamics to raising children without your mum, this conversation explores the heartache – and hope – of life without your mum.💛 Become a supporter on Patreon: patreon.com/goodmourningSign up to our newsletter here for even more grief support.Thanks for being part of our community, we're so glad you're here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 2, 2024 • 58min

How to Find Hope After Loss with Rosie Batty

After tragedy, how do we find hope? We explore That question with today's incredible guest, Rosie Batty. Rosie is a Domestic Violence Campaigner and Author of two books, including her latest, Hope. In 2014, Rosie's son, Luke, was murdered in front of her by his father. Ten years later, Rosie wrote a memoir about what it takes to get through the worst of times and – although she once felt she had lost all hope – how she is finding it again.💛 Become a supporter on Patreon: patreon.com/goodmourningSign up to our newsletter here for even more grief support.Thanks for being part of our community, we're so glad you're here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 18, 2024 • 48min

Coping When Relationships and Friendships End

In this highly requested episode, we dive into all the different emotions and challenges people face when relationships end with romantic partners, close friends, or family members. We share practical coping strategies and community experiences, offering a beacon of hope for those grappling with the aftermath of relationship loss. 💛 Become a supporter on Patreon: patreon.com/goodmourningSign up to our newsletter here for even more grief support.Thanks for being part of our community, we're so glad you're here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 4, 2024 • 48min

The Power of Grief Dreams with Dr Joshua Black

If you've ever wanted to know more about your grief dreams and what they are, today's guest will fascinate you. Dr. Joshua Black is a grief researcher, host of the Grief Dreams Podcast and the leading academic expert in grief dreams whose work focuses on dreams and continuing bonds after loss, including prenatal and pet loss. We explore what grief dreams can mean, what they teach us, the most common types, the difference between grief dreams and visitation dreams, and more.💛 Become a supporter on Patreon: patreon.com/goodmourningSign up to our newsletter here for even more grief support.Thanks for being part of our community, we're so glad you're here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 21, 2024 • 53min

How to Cope with Grief at Work

Returning to work after a loss can be one of the most challenging experiences. Given that we spend a third of our lives at work, it’s essential to know how to cope with grief at work. In this episode, we share the experiences and advice from our community about grieving and working and how to support yourself and others. 💛 Become a supporter on Patreon: patreon.com/goodmourningSign up to our newsletter here for even more grief support.Thanks for being part of our community, we're so glad you're here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 14, 2024 • 45min

Grief, Sleep and Understanding Your Chronotype with Olivia Arezzolo

In today's BONUS episode, Olivia Arezzolo, Australia's leading sleep expert, joins us. We pick Olivia's brains about why grief impacts our sleep, common sleep misconceptions, identifying your chronotype and how that can be a game-changer, and sleep hygiene's do's and don'ts. 💛 Become a supporter on Patreon: patreon.com/goodmourningSign up to our newsletter here for even more grief support.Thanks for being part of our community, we're so glad you're here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 7, 2024 • 51min

The Neuroscience of the Grieving Brain with Dr Mary-Frances O’Connor

Have you ever wondered how grief impacts your brain? Today, we are joined by the renowned grief neuroscientist and psychologist Dr Mary-Frances O'Connor, author of The Grieving Brain: The Surprising Science of How We Learn from Love and Loss. Mary Frances is the authority on the neurology of grief, and in this conversation, she shares her scientific research and practical knowledge about how our brains respond to loss. It's a fascinating must-listen for anyone coping with grief or supporting someone who is.💛 Become a supporter on Patreon: patreon.com/goodmourningSign up to our newsletter here for even more grief support.Thanks for being part of our community, we're so glad you're here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dec 14, 2023 • 34min

BONUS: How to Survive Christmas When You’re Grieving

Ah, Christmas – it’s a tough time of year when you’re grieving. So today we’re sharing your experiences and tips on how to get through the festive season. If you need some griefy solidarity or to hear you’re not alone, then this episode is for you.💛 If Good Mourning has helped you, consider becoming a Patreon supporter: patreon.com/goodmourning 💛 Help us keep supporting grievers everywhere.Sign up to our newsletter here for even more grief support.Join our monthly grief support membership here. Thanks for being part of our community, we're so glad you're here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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