Grief Day By Day with Jan WarnerGrief Day By Day with Jan Warner
Mental Health News Radio
Join our hosts Kristin Walker and The Mental Health Comedian, Frank King, for a wonderful discussion about grief - we'd say a unique one. Jan Warner joins us and we quickly experienced why her book and her discussions about grief...
53:03•24 Jan 2019
Grief Day By Day: Finding Meaning and Hope After Loss
“Grief is grief... the reactions people have to someone who is grieving and the things they say to people who are grieving- sometimes insensitive, although they don't generally mean it that way- are the same sorts of things that they say to someone who has major depressive disorder.”
What happens when the person you love most is suddenly gone? In this heartfelt episode of Mental Health News Radio, hosts Kristin Walker and Frank King sit down with Jan Warner, who faced this very question when she lost her husband. Jan opens up about the devastation she felt and her journey to find meaning in a life that seemed empty without him. Her story is not just about loss but also about resilience and the unexpected paths to healing.
Jan started a blog and a Facebook page, Grief Speaks Out, initially hoping to reach just one person. Today, it’s a supportive community of over 2 million people from around the globe. Throughout this episode, the trio dives into the multifaceted nature of grief, from the different forms it takes to how people react when faced with someone who is grieving.
They explore the importance of simply listening, the surprising power of laughter, and how creative outlets like writing and art can help navigate the painful journey of grief. This episode is a touching and informative conversation that offers both comfort and practical advice for anyone dealing with loss. Tune in to discover how compassion and understanding can be powerful tools in the healing process.
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