Two Porches and A Pour Podcast: Season 2 – Episode 4
Navigating Grief: Understanding Loss
Join me and my Guest Co-Host Lori Corrigan, who is not only my friend but a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor.
Lori will be sharing the mic with me for the remainder of Season 2 while Wendy takes some time off.
What You Will Hear in This Episode:
In this conversation, Lynn Vogeler and Guest Co-Host Lori Corrigan, LCPC, discuss the complexities of grief and loss, emphasizing that everyone experiences these emotions differently. They explore the stages of grief, the importance of supporting friends who are grieving, and practical advice for navigating these challenging times. The conversation highlights the significance of community and friendship in the healing process, and the necessity of seeking support and resources during difficult moments.
Show Notes:
Resources
- Five Stages of Grief (Kubler – Ross) – https://www.verywellmind.com/five-stages-of-grief-4175361
- ‘On Grief & Grieving’ (Kubler – Ross & Kessler) –
https://www.amazon.com/Grief-Grieving-Finding-Meaning-
Through/dp/1476775559 - Mindfulness for Grief & Loss – https://www.mindful.org/mindfulness-
for-grief-and-loss/ - Grief Yoga – https://griefyoga.com/
- Grief Share (support) – https://www.griefshare.org/
- Lake County IL (local grief resources) – https://www.lakecountyil.gov/712/Grief-Support-Services/
Takeaways:
- Grief is a personal journey; everyone experiences it differently.
- It’s important to acknowledge the limitations of what you can do for a grieving friend.
- Practical support, like sending meals or cards, can be very helpful.
- The stages of grief are not linear and can vary widely.
- Acceptance of loss takes time and is not about being okay with it.
- Support systems are crucial for navigating grief.
- Friendship plays a vital role in emotional healing.
- Resources and professional help can aid in the grieving process.
- It’s okay to not have all the answers when supporting someone in grief.
- Being present and listening can be the best support you can offer.
CONNECT WITH LORI:
- Foundation 4 Life
- Lori Corrigan lori@found4life.org
CONNECT WITH ME:
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This conversation explores the unique experiences and challenges of pregnancy in one's 40s, highlighting the humorous and serious aspects of being labeled as 'geriatric' during pregnancy. The speakers discuss the stark differences in treatment and perception between younger and older mothers, shedding light on societal and medical attitudes towards maternal age.
Takeaways:
- Having a baby in your 40s comes with unique challenges.
- The term 'geriatric pregnancy' can be humorous yet serious.
- Medical treatment varies significantly based on maternal age.
- Younger mothers often receive different treatment than older mothers.
- Societal perceptions of age in motherhood can be limiting.
- The experience of pregnancy changes with age.
- Older mothers may face more scrutiny from medical professionals.
- Humor can be a coping mechanism for the challenges of older motherhood.
- Understanding the medical landscape is crucial for older mothers.
- Support systems are vital for mothers of all ages.
CONNECT WITH AMY:
#PregnancyAfter40 #GeriatricPregnancy #MidlifeMotherhood #TwoPorchesAndAPour #MotherhoodJourney #RealTalkPodcast
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My name is Lynn. I live in the suburbs of Chicago in a 1,300 sq. ft. home with my Handy husband, Keith.
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