Esther Kane, MSW, RSW, RCC
Esther Kane, MSW, RSW, RCC
Helpful Tools for Moving through Grief and Loss
Helpful Tools for Moving through Grief and Loss
Helpful Tools for Moving through Grief and Loss
Monday 25th March 2024
Esther Kane and Dawn Hertz discuss practical tools for navigating grief and loss, offering heartfelt advice and personal stories.
44 minutes
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Esther Kane, MSW, RSW, RCC
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Episode Overview
- Allow yourself to feel and process emotions rather than avoiding them.
- Find supportive people to connect with during your grieving process.
- Engage in creative activities to express your feelings.
- Honour the memory of lost loved ones through rituals and personal traditions.
- Understand that grief can have long-term effects and requires ongoing attention.
Grief just needs to be processed, not avoided.
Grief and loss are inevitable parts of life, but how we navigate them can make all the difference. In this episode of 'Compassionate Conversations,' Canadian psychotherapist Esther Kane sits down with Dawn Hertz, a grief and loss therapist, to provide practical tools for those experiencing recent loss. Dawn shares her personal journey with grief, including the profound impact of losing her mother and brother to cancer.
Her candid reflections offer a touching glimpse into the complexities of mourning, from initial shock to long-term healing. Dawn also discusses the common pitfalls people face when dealing with grief, such as invalidating their own feelings or avoiding the pain altogether. She emphasises the importance of allowing oneself to feel and process emotions rather than bottling them up.
The conversation touches on cultural attitudes towards grief and how Western customs often fall short in providing adequate support for those in mourning. One of the most poignant moments comes when Dawn talks about the cumulative effect of multiple losses and how each new grief can reopen old wounds. She highlights the significance of community and connection, suggesting that finding even one supportive person can make a world of difference.
Esther and Dawn also explore practical advice for self-care during grieving, including the benefits of creative expression and maintaining rituals that honour the memory of lost loved ones. Whether you're currently grieving or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and heartfelt advice. Ready to gain some practical tools for navigating grief? Tune in to hear Esther and Dawn's compassionate conversation.