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In this week's episode of Grief is My New Hobby (and the final episode of season one), I sit down with my wife-to-be Han.

Han shares with us some of her tips for supporting a partner through grief and why listening and validation are so important. We talk about how to process your own grief when your partner has lost someone so close and how people could help.

Han has been a solid rock for our whole family and I think grief would be a lot easier for everyone if they had a Han in their life. Remember to check in and thank your partner too.

After this episode, the pod will be taking a break until 7th October whilst Han and I take a break to go and get married!!!

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Grief is My New Hobby comes with a trigger warning around suicidal thoughts, if you are currently struggling and don't think you can listen this week, take care of yourself and come back when you're ready.

In this week's episode for World Suicide Prevention Day, I open up about my own experiences with suicidal thoughts and the impact they’ve had on my life. I also pay tribute to my dad, and share some of my favourite qualities (and obviously I cry).

Alongside my story, I share practical tips and resources that may help if you or someone you love is struggling. My hope is that this conversation reminds you that you are not alone, and that support is always within reach.

If you are based in the UK and need support, here are some organisations you can reach out to:

• Samaritans – Call 116 123 (free, available 24/7) or visit samaritans.org
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• Mind – Call 0300 123 3393 or text 86463, or visit mind.org.uk
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• Shout – Text 85258 to start a free, confidential text conversation with a trained volunteer, available 24/7.
• Papyrus (for under 35s) – Call 0800 068 4141 or text 07860 039967, or visit papyrus-uk.org
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If you are outside the UK, please check for local crisis lines in your area.

You are never alone.

Dad, I wish you were here and I am so sorry you aren't -episode 13 is for you, your lucky number💛

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This week on Grief is My New Hobby, my brother Gary is back with me. We get into how grief has hit us differently the second time around, and what that’s looked like for both of us.

We open up about sleep struggles, health anxiety, and the guilt that comes with grief. Gary shares his experience being diagnosed with anxiety, plus some of the helpful tips he’s picked up from therapy. Together we talk about why it’s so important to make time for the people you love and why you can't get hung up on the disappointment from others.

Gary also talks about his health anxiety, and the nerves he’s feeling as he takes on a huge challenge—a 100k charity walk in just 24 hours with some friends. He’s digging deep for this one, and you can support him with donations and messages of encouragement here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/jake-grinsill-3?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL