Recovery Rocks
Recovery Rocks
Episode 201: Episode 201: Special Guest Gina Moffa, LCSW on Grief
Episode 201: Episode 201: Special Guest Gina Moffa, LCSW on Grief
Episode 201: Episode 201: Special Guest Gina Moffa, LCSW on Grief
Friday 8th December 2023
Join Lisa Smith and Tawny Lara in a heartfelt chat with Gina Moffa on navigating grief and loss. Discover practical advice and comforting insights.
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Episode Overview
- Gina Moffa, LCSW shares personal experience and insights into grief and loss
- Debunks the myth of the five stages of grief, highlighting the uniqueness of each individual's grieving journey
- Emphasizes the non-linear, messy nature of grieving, advocating for patience and self-compassion
- Provides comforting and relatable perspectives on navigating the complexities of grief
- Encourages gentleness with emotions, validating a range of emotional responses to grief
It's okay to even binge Netflix if you need to for distraction from time to time. But I really just want people to know that, we have to be incredibly gentle with the emotions that come up. It's not just sadness. It's okay to rage. It's okay to take a broom and beat your bed. And it's okay to be a splayed chicken on the floor weeping, you know, for an entire day.
Have you ever wondered how to cope with the heavy weight of grief? In this touching episode of 'Recovery Rocks', hosts Lisa Smith and Tawny Lara sit down with Gina Moffa, LCSW, the author of 'Moving On Doesn’t Mean Letting Go: A Modern Guide to Navigating Loss'.
Gina opens up about her personal journey through grief and shares practical advice on dealing with various types of loss, whether it's the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or an ambiguous loss that leaves you feeling adrift. Her approach is both compassionate and realistic, offering a comforting hand to those struggling to find their way through the darkness.
Gina also challenges the conventional idea of the five stages of grief, advocating for a more individualized and non-linear understanding of the grieving process. Throughout the episode, she emphasizes the importance of patience and self-compassion, reminding listeners that it's okay for grief to be messy and unpredictable. The conversation is interspersed with moments of levity and hope, making it a must-listen for anyone grappling with loss.
Plus, don’t miss the Music Minute featuring Joni Mitchell, adding a soulful touch to this deeply moving discussion.