The raw emotion and confusion that follows a loved one's suicide can make every conversation feel like a minefield. Our latest episode is a candid exploration of this fragile terrain, where we address the importance of not just weathering the storm of conflict but using it as a tool for healing and growth. Through personal stories and insights, we reveal why engaging with conflict, rather than avoiding it, can fortify relationships and build trust, especially in the wake of such overwhelming grief.

As we peel back the layers of disputes, we uncover the subtle art of effective communication—how pausing and truly listening can transform an argument into a constructive dialogue. Guest insights complement my experience, shedding light on managing conflicts with mindfulness and considerate language, guided by the wisdom of Thomas Monson's philosophy on valuing people over problems. Our conversation goes beyond platitudes, offering actionable advice and fresh perspectives on embracing disagreement as a natural, enriching part of our human connections. Join us for a thought-provoking episode that challenges the stigma surrounding conflict and showcases its potential as a catalyst for personal and relational evolution and growth.

As always, thanks for listening!

We are a community dedicated to empower survivors of suicide loss along their grief journey. We invite you to check out our website to sign up for our weekly newsletter, along with other free materials."

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This is an episode for the moms who have lost their child to suicide. Mothers Day often brings about painful feelings. This episode is a hopeful reminder that despite losing your child to suicide, your identity as a caring, nurturing, loving mother carries on.

As always, thanks for listening!

We are a community dedicated to empower survivors of suicide loss along their grief journey. We invite you to check out our website to sign up for our weekly newsletter, along with other free materials."

Website: https://www.survived-to-thrive.com/

Email: amy@survived-to-thrive.com

Just as our home can get cluttered, so can our minds. In this episode we discuss common things we as survivors tend to clutter our minds with and simple tips to help declutter them!

As always, thanks for listening!

We are a community dedicated to empower survivors of suicide loss along their grief journey. We invite you to check out our website to sign up for our weekly newsletter, along with other free materials."

Website: https://www.survived-to-thrive.com/

Email: amy@survived-to-thrive.com

In this episode we speak to the idea of finding meaning. Many people will say there in no meaning in death, but this is not about finding meaning in death. It is merely about peeling back the complex layers of grief and finding what going through this experience really means for us. It is a way to look for the silver linings. It doesn't mean we would ever think losing a loved one was worth it to get to this place of finding meaning. It just recognizes the good that can come from the experience of grief to help soften the pain of it.

As promised, here is a link the book I referenced here.

https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Meaning-Sixth-Stage-Grief/dp/1501192744/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Kc45MUJDErgLGsIpVj0X5rzFzSAR0CzeT474KbuDRYhntS6EDZae952LoweB2rNYHWDPIB6qys2Hw9zfkfM2sUHMc-UW6ar_nWG_jKc9bdoaoiAMJnCK3yqfqJHo_IH6tXu2fdYAP8rmr-NxSPXBk4ts_BJmeKD7vf-VCv9p5DCVV91QQ8yTj1XXmFKftaSJYYAXaljfdlXaufsLg2dADyG1FK7fgNiwnrn5l9agoMw.Ibi4bYTVo6byzmfbBa_mS-sLZCEGMRNpVSNBtl8ZmWI&dib_tag=se&keywords=finding+meaning&qid=1713327123&sr=8-1

As always, thanks for listening!

We are a community dedicated to empower survivors of suicide loss along their grief journey. We invite you to check out our website to sign up for our weekly newsletter, along with other free materials."

Website: https://www.survived-to-thrive.com/

Email: amy@survived-to-thrive.com

Ruminating is when we think the same thoughts over and over again. They are what I like to call thought loops. It is easy to do. Especially when we are trying to make sense of our loss. In this episode we take a deeper dive into what causes rumination and some ideas that you can apply to yourself if you find yourself ruminating.

As always, thanks for listening!

We are a community dedicated to empower survivors of suicide loss along their grief journey. We invite you to check out our website to sign up for our weekly newsletter, along with other free materials."

Website: https://www.survived-to-thrive.com/

Email: amy@survived-to-thrive.com

When we lose someone to suicide we can easily get stumped on how to talk to our kids about it. In this episode we explore how children process death, suicide death, and learn how to explain these difficult topics with our children.

As always, thanks for listening!

We are a community dedicated to empower survivors of suicide loss along their grief journey. We invite you to check out our website to sign up for our weekly newsletter, along with other free materials."

Website: https://www.survived-to-thrive.com/

Email: amy@survived-to-thrive.com

In our grief journey we find ourselves in trenches and plateaus, This podcast episode explores what these are, the difference between these two phases, and how to tell where we are at.

As always, thanks for listening!

We are a community dedicated to empower survivors of suicide loss along their grief journey. We invite you to check out our website to sign up for our weekly newsletter, along with other free materials."

Website: https://www.survived-to-thrive.com/

Email: amy@survived-to-thrive.com

We as human beings have the tendency to blame! It's a way to for us to have a greater understanding of the misfortune. When it comes to grief, one common emotion we feel is blame. Especially when it comes to a loss due to suicide. It gives us a false sense of the reason why our loved one died. In this episode we explore more in depth why we put so much stock into blame.

As promised, here are a few links to articles and studies.

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/11/231109121458.htm

https://www.nami.org/Blogs/NAMI-Blog/September-2019/No-One-Should-Be-Blamed-for-Suicide

As always, thanks for listening!

We are a community dedicated to empower survivors of suicide loss along their grief journey. We invite you to check out our website to sign up for our weekly newsletter, along with other free materials."

Website: https://www.survived-to-thrive.com/

Email: amy@survived-to-thrive.com