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GRIEF: Let's Make Sense of This Sh*t

GRIEF: Let's Make Sense of This Sh*t

By: Let's Work This Sh*t Out
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 Grief is messy, confusing, and at times, downright overwhelming. But you don’t have to navigate it alone. Grief: Let’s Make Sense of This Sht* is a podcast series designed to guide you through the complexities of loss with compassion, honesty, and a little bit of humor.

Each main episode dives deep into specific aspects of grief, from navigating the emotional rollercoaster to finding healthy ways to cope. We share real-life stories, research-backed tools, and practical strategies that you can apply at your own pace.

Alongside the main episodes, our “5 Mins Out” bonus segments offer quick, actionable tips for when you need immediate relief. Whether you're grieving a loved one, the end of a relationship, or any significant loss, this podcast is here to remind you that it's okay to feel however you're feeling—and that healing is possible, one step at a time.



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Episodes
  • Grief: Processing Emotions Without Drowning - Tools That Actually Work

    Grief: Processing Emotions Without Drowning - Tools That Actually Work
    Jul 19 2025
    In this episode, Dylan guides you through the complex world of processing emotions in grief, sharing that there's no right way to feel your way through loss. Whether you're experiencing overwhelming anger, unexpected numbness, or contradictory emotions all at once, this conversation offers gentle validation and practical tools. Through real listener stories and research-backed insights, you'll discover that grief emotions are information to be honored, not problems to be solved. Dylan explores how our brains literally rewire themselves to hold both love and loss, and shares concrete techniques for moving through overwhelming feelings without being consumed by them.

    Key Takeaways
    • There's no timeline or right way to process grief emotions
    • Grief activates the same brain pathways as physical pain
    • Maintaining bonds with deceased loved ones supports healthy adjustment
    • Emotions in grief carry important information about healing
    • Multiple contradictory feelings can coexist and are completely normal
    What You'll Discover
    • How to create space for difficult emotions without drowning in them
    • The pause and breathe technique for emotional overwhelm
    • Why naming specific emotions reduces their power over you
    • How to use the wave visualization for intense grief feelings
    • Daily integration practices that honor grief while supporting life
    Resources Mentioned
    • Dr. George Bonanno's research on resilient grief patterns at Columbia University
    • Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor's neuroscience studies on grief and brain rewiring
    • Dr. Nigel Field's continuing bonds research at University of Utah
    • The Harvard Study of Adult Development on grief and long-term wellbeing
    • Dr. Worden's tasks of mourning framework
    Next Episode Preview Next week, we'll explore how to navigate the holidays when grief feels overwhelming, including practical strategies for family gatherings and creating new traditions that honor your loss.

    📩 Have questions or want to share your story? Reach out at grief@senseofthisshit.com.
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    43 mins
  • Grief: Building Emotional Resilience After Loss - Your Path Forward

    Grief: Building Emotional Resilience After Loss - Your Path Forward
    Jul 18 2025
    In this episode, Dylan explores building emotional resilience after loss in a focused "Five Mins Out" format. Discover why resilience isn't about bouncing back to who you were before, but about learning to bend without breaking. Learn the difference between resilience and resistance, and find practical ways to develop the capacity to hold both sorrow and joy. This isn't about getting over grief—it's about growing around the wound while honoring both your loss and your life.

    Key Takeaways
    • Resilience in grief means learning to bend without breaking, not bouncing back
    • Building emotional strength honors your loss while supporting your capacity to keep living
    • Resilience isn't about hurting less but developing flexibility to hold multiple emotions
    • Trust develops through practice and small acts of courage in your healing journey
    • Your grief journey contributes to a larger story about human resilience and love
    What You'll Discover
    • Why resistance to grief actually makes the journey harder than building resilience within it
    • How to work with your current energy levels rather than demanding superhuman strength
    • The difference between recovery and adaptation when processing profound loss
    • Why resilience looks different day by day and that's completely normal
    • How building your own grief toolkit supports long-term emotional sustainability
    Resources Mentioned
    • Research on emotional flexibility and resilience after loss
    • Therapeutic approaches to grief adaptation vs. recovery models
    • Studies on the non-linear nature of grief and healing
    Next Episode Preview Join us next time as we explore navigating grief triggers in everyday life. We'll discuss practical strategies for handling unexpected waves of emotion and building confidence in your ability to move through difficult moments.

    📩 Have questions or want to share your story? Reach out at grief@senseofthisshit.com.
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    14 mins
  • Grief: Finding Hope After Loss - Stories of Healing Forward

    Grief: Finding Hope After Loss - Stories of Healing Forward
    Jul 17 2025
    In this episode, we explore the complex journey of finding hope after loss and rebuilding optimism when grief has fundamentally shifted your world. Dylan addresses the reality that hope after loss doesn't mean returning to who you were before, but rather learning to carry both grief and possibility simultaneously. Through research-backed insights and powerful real-life stories, we discover that hope isn't about forgetting or moving on, but about honoring your loss while remaining open to future meaning. You'll learn practical tools for nurturing hope when you're ready, understanding that hope and grief aren't opposites but companions that can coexist in your healing heart.

    Key Takeaways
    • Hope after loss looks different for everyone and emerges in its own timeline
    • Grief and hope can coexist without betraying your loved one's memory
    • Small, daily practices can create space for hope to naturally emerge
    • Hope after loss is earned hope that understands darkness but chooses light
    • Community and shared experiences often become pathways to renewed hope
    What You'll Discover
    • How to recognize hope when it appears in unexpected, subtle forms
    • The difference between toxic positivity and genuine hope rooted in loss
    • Research-backed approaches for nurturing hope without rushing your grief process
    • Why hope after loss is deeper and more authentic than pre-loss optimism
    • Practical tools like the five-minute practice and legacy creation for daily hope
    Resources Mentioned
    • Dr. Edith Steffen's research on meaning-making after loss and continuing bonds
    • Dr. Dennis Klass's groundbreaking work on maintaining connections with deceased loved ones
    • Dr. Crystal Park's studies on meaning-making processes in grief recovery
    • Dr. Richard Tedeschi and Dr. Lawrence Calhoun's post-traumatic growth research
    • Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor's neuroscience research on grief and brain connectivity
    Next Episode Preview Next week, we'll be exploring the often-overlooked topic of disenfranchised grief and how society's expectations can complicate our healing process. We'll discuss how to validate your own grief experience when others don't understand its depth or duration.

    📩 Have questions or want to share your story? Reach out at grief@senseofthisshit.com.
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    37 mins
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