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In this episode of Mourning Sips & Soul Shifts on Life With Grief, let's explore the powerful and grounding practice of choosing a word of the year—especially when traditional New Year’s resolutions feel unrealistic, overwhelming, or misaligned during grief.

Rather than focusing on rigid goals, I'm inviting you to choose a single intentional word to anchor you throughout the year. This practice can offer clarity, emotional steadiness, and self-trust while navigating loss, life transitions, and personal growth.

I'm gently walking you through a step-by-step process to discover your word of the year in this episode. Through a few personal reflections and real-life examples, I'm sharing how a word of the year can serve as a compassionate guide through grief, uncertainty, and change—without pressure, perfection, or productivity culture.

This episode is especially supportive for anyone who:

✨ Is grieving and feels disconnected from traditional goal-setting

✨ Feels unsure, tender, or cautious about the future

✨ Wants a more intuitive, grief-informed way to set intentions

✨ Is craving grounding, clarity, and emotional alignment in the new year

Tune in to learn how choosing a word of the year can help you move forward gently, stay connected to yourself, and honor your grief while still allowing space for growth, meaning, and possibility.

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• Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation
• 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-grief
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Join me as I sit down with Katrina Shaw for an honest and deeply layered conversation about living with grief across multiple seasons of life.

Katrina shares her personal grief journey, including the loss of her mother at age 15, the premature death of her nephew, and her experiences with recurrent miscarriage and infertility. She opens up about the emotional complexity of becoming a parent after loss, navigating postnatal depression, and the profound identity shifts that can accompany motherhood and grief.

The conversation also explores Katrina’s later-in-life ADHD diagnosis and chronic illness, highlighting how grief can evolve and resurface in unexpected ways as life circumstances change. Together, we discuss the challenges of unmet expectations, the importance of open communication, and the small but meaningful steps that can help individuals cope with grief, loss, and identity changes over time.

This episode offers validation and support for anyone experiencing child loss, infertility, mental health challenges, or the ongoing nature of grief, reminding listeners that grief is not something we “move on” from, but something we learn to live with (and how!).

Connect with Katrina:

• https://grief-talks.com.au/
• https://www.instagram.com/grief.talks

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• Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation
• 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-grief
• Work with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-tara

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In this episode of Mourning Sips & Soul Shifts, we're exploring what it really feels like to face the unknown—especially when you’re grieving and heading into a new year.

If the uncertainty of the future is stirring up anxiety, fear, or that “I don’t know what comes next” ache, this episode walks with you through it. I'm sharing grounding, compassionate guidance for navigating the discomfort of not having all the answers, and how to gently reframe the unknown as a place where possibility lives.

I'm also sharing some personal reflections on my own experiences with grief, what I've learned about releasing rigid expectations, and why loosening our grip on the future can actually create room for clarity, hope, and unexpected growth.

This episode is for you if you're craving reassurance, softer self-compassion, and a reminder that you’re not walking into the future alone—even when it feels foggy.

I would be so honored and grateful for your vote for "Best podcast that deals with death, dying, loss, or grief"! Vote here: https://talkdeath.com/best25/

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• Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation
• 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-grief
• Work with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-tara

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• Leave a voice note through Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithGrief
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In this deeply moving episode of Life With Grief, I'm sitting down with Motivational Speaker, Best-Selling Author, and Resilience Coach Kate Gladdin to explore the realities of layered grief after traumatic loss.

Kate shares her story of losing her sister in a tragic accident in Thailand and, years later, losing her mother in a heartbreaking motor accident earlier this year. Together, we unpack how grief resurfaces over time, how trauma shapes the grieving process, and what it means to rebuild life after devastating loss.

Kate opens up about the complex emotions that come with sibling loss and parental loss, including shock, disbelief, identity shifts, and the search for meaning when life feels unrecognizable. She also shares how she has channeled her grief into purpose by creating a foundation that honors her sister and mother, advocating for legal reform, and supporting underserved performers and athletes.

We dig into:
✨ Layered grief and multiple losses
✨ Traumatic sibling loss and mom loss
✨ How grief resurfaces years later
✨ Finding purpose after loss
✨ Creating legacy and meaning from pain
✨ Signs from loved ones in grief
✨ Community support and resilience

This episode offers compassionate insight into coping with traumatic grief, continuing bonds with loved ones, and discovering resilience in the aftermath of loss.

Connect with Kate:

• https://www.kategladdin.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/kategladdin/?hl=en

I would be so honored and grateful for your vote for "Best podcast that deals with death, dying, loss, or grief"! Vote here: https://talkdeath.com/best25/

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• Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation
• 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-grief
• Work with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-tara

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• Leave a voice note through Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithGrief
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In this episode of Mourning Sips & Soul Shifts, let's explore why comparing your grief to someone else’s can feel so instinctive... and so damaging. I'm breaking down the societal pressures, conditioning, and survival instincts that push us into comparison mode, especially after loss, and am here to remind you that grief is a deeply personal, non-linear journey.

You’ll hear relatable insights from my own journey, along with grounding tools to help you reconnect with your own timeline. If you’ve been feeling “behind” in your healing or questioning whether you’re grieving the “right” way, this episode offers supportive guidance to help you come back to your path, at your pace.

086. Navigating Social Media & Our Mental Health as We're Grieving: click here

136. Living Life with Grief While Dreaming Big & Finding New Beginnings: click here

150. How Grief Changes Our Perspective on Life, Priorities, and What Truly Matters: click here

156. Finding Purpose After Loss: Why “Small Purpose” Matters in Grief: click here

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• Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation
• 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-grief
• Work with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-tara

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• Leave a voice note through Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithGrief
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In honor of Grief Awareness Week, I’m joined by fellow podcast hosts Liz Quinn (Healing Hearts Podcast) and Nina Rodriguez (Grief and Light Podcast) for a vulnerable, honest conversation about the many layers of grief during the holidays.

Together, we explore our personal experiences with loss, how grief evolves over time, and what it really looks like to navigate overwhelming emotions when the world expects you to be “merry and bright.”

We talk through practical and compassionate ways to cope with grief, including:
✨ Holding onto holiday traditions (or releasing the ones that no longer feel aligned)
✨ Giving yourself permission to set boundaries
✨ Finding community support
✨ Allowing grief to show up in whatever way it needs to

This episode is a raw, supportive space for anyone moving through their own grief journey, especially during a season that can feel intensely tender. Our hope is to raise awareness, offer comfort, and remind you that whatever you’re feeling, you’re not alone.

Liz's podcast: click here

Nina's podcast: click here

I would be so honored and grateful for your vote for "Best podcast that deals with death, dying, loss, or grief"! Vote here: https://talkdeath.com/best25/

Support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast

Work with me:

• Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation
• 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-grief
• Work with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-tara

Connect with me further:

• Leave a voice note through Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithGrief
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/
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• Website: https://lossesbecomegains.com/
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In case you missed my new 5 Minute Grief Talks on YouTube, here's a little sneak peek so you can get a taste of what they're like! These are here to be a little boost of support, guidance, and inspiration you can watch or listen to whenever you need it. Quick, but impactful!

When grief sneaks up during the holidays, it can feel like the wind gets knocked out of you. In this short five-minute holiday grief talk, I'm diving into why these emotional “sneak attacks” happen and what you can actually do in the moment to ground yourself again.

You’ll hear gentle, practical guidance on:
✨ How to recognize holiday grief triggers before they spiral
✨ Why sudden grief waves are completely normal (and never a sign you’re “going backwards”)
✨ Giving yourself permission to shift plans, change your pace, or take space
✨ Small, supportive actions that can help you feel even a tiny bit better
✨ Remembering you’re not alone in navigating grief during the holiday season

This quickie episode is here to remind you that nothing is wrong with you for struggling right now. Holiday grief is real, it’s heavy, and it shows up whether we feel ready or not. But there are ways to soften the edges and move through those moments with more compassion for yourself.

I would be so honored and grateful for your vote for "Best podcast that deals with death, dying, loss, or grief"! Vote here: https://talkdeath.com/best25/

Support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast

Work with me:

• Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation
• 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-grief
• Work with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-tara

Connect with me further:

• Leave a voice note through Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithGrief
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gains
• Website: https://lossesbecomegains.com/
• Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomegains.com/journal

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In this episode, we're exploring the complicated dance between grief and gratitude during the holiday season—a time that can feel emotionally conflicting, overwhelming, or even isolating after loss.

I break down:
✨ Why it’s normal to feel both thankful and heartbroken
✨ Challenges the pressure to “just be grateful"
✨ Grounded strategies for navigating holiday gatherings, expectations, and triggers while still honoring your grief

You’ll hear gentle reminders about releasing perfection, embracing the messiness that this season can bring, and making space for hope, self-compassion, and whatever feelings are showing up.

I'm here to offer encouragement, community, and practical tools to help you move through these weeks with a little more ease, presence, and emotional clarity. Don't forget to check out the first four episodes of this series, too!

I would be so honored and grateful for your vote for "Best podcast that deals with death, dying, loss, or grief"! Vote here: https://talkdeath.com/best25/

Support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast

Work with me:

• Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation
• 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-grief
• Work with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-tara

Connect with me further:

• Leave a voice note through Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithGrief
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gains
• Website: https://lossesbecomegains.com/
• Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomegains.com/journal

Check out my other podcast, Taste Toast Travel...