If you have never been through it, you better believe it’s going to happen someday. What’s that, you ask? Grief, Grieving, and feelings of great sadness at the hands of some traumatic event(s). It’s common that the average individual, after dealing with traumatic events, needs time to process and download the information that has been transposed. However, due to the necessity of being on the go, having to work, provide, or afraid of dealing with this alteration in life, we don’t go through the necessary process of grieving.
There’s many studies about how much time is needed for grieving, but that’s not completely accurate. Every human being is different from the next and every traumatic event doesn’t carry the same weight as another event may. What can be said though? People have to go through it. Search for the understanding for self, and if that’s too hard to do on your own, then reach out for help from therapists of your choice.
Blocking out the grief process is a slippery slope. It seems to always catch up with you someway or somehow. You want to deal with it head on and understand this new life as you know it, because you don’t want everything to come crashing down on you at once or in a situation that may not be welcoming. It’s time to go through that ISH!
Somewhere or some how, it has to be written in prehistoric records that people, animals, any animate object needs some space. The mom who has to breastfeed her child needs space. The family dog that just came from outside running two miles chasing birds needs space. But, that’s just a physical representation of space. Oftentimes we overlook the mental space we need for self and to give others.
There just have to be boundaries set in place. Maybe today you aren't in the best of mood and taking calls from unwanted callers is going to tip the scale. Maybe you’re just too nice to tell someone to back off and set necessary boundaries. Some people tend to weigh heavy on you and intrude in your space, but when is enough, enough. Not all people are being mean or have malicious intent, but some do. Some people invade your space to intentionally distract you or take take take.
Well, take this journey with us and let's dive into boundary setting, why it’s needed, when it’s needed, and how to not overstep someone else’s boundaries. Be open to listen. If you have ever been in someone’s space mentally or physically, acknowledge that and don’t be a repeat offender. Boundaries are a huge part of healing. Simple and plain.
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Let's try something new! Something New?! Let's play Unpack That: Therapy in a Box Come thru and see some answers to much needed questions that are meant to strengthen your mental.
Have you ever heard something along these lines,
“I went thru this so they have to go thru it as well”
“Toughen Up”
“I have to put you thru the same endurance that I went thru”
Let’s try to stop this outcry for help from our past trauma experiences. Let’s attempt to see this world and the progression of the future. In many cases, we have been programmed to believe that the things we went through in our past were necessary or justified because we made it out. In some instances, the things that we all experienced in the past were needed, but with knowledge of self and the past events, when do we change the narrative. Somewhere we have to step in and step up and reevaluate the trauma that was passed down to us and make it less stressful for the future to come.
It’s about building up. Brick by Brick, but you can’t forget that the foundation that you build upon must be strong. Don’t tear down your masterpiece by causing too much stress and struggle.
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It’s inevitable. That time of the year again. When does it truly end? Yet alone, when does it truly begin? It honestly feels like it starts at 11:59 PM on September 30th of every year and goes until March 1st of the next year. Heck, even that’s short lived because Easter, Memorial Day, 4th of July are all knocking on the door too. Holidays and birthdays get confusing and don’t feel the same without the ones you love. But what do you do when the holidays aren’t the same without the ones you love? Do you channel that energy into something else, like work, school, creative projects, etc.? Do you overcompensate to replace the love that they used to give around holiday times? Do you shut down completely and isolate? Or do you rain on others’ parades to force your feelings on them? It’s a trying time, nevertheless. Making it through is a test year in and year out. Let’s just try to make it through the best we can. Simple enough.
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Come thru this episode, as we wrap up Season 2.
Your hosts dive into the catalyst that started this podcast. It's always good to know some of the ups and downs and how others felt surrounding the creation of the book and even some of this podcast.
We know this podcast is geared toward grief, anxiety, depression, but we also know the importance of having the tough conversation and actively working through those trials and tribulations of life.
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See you around for Season 3
Ego, most made popular by Beyoncé's hit song. However, do we REALLY know what ego is?
Are we aware of its role in our lives?
Join us in our discussion as we unpack and tackle the topic of "EGO".
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It's easy to take the blame and defer it.
Maybe, you blame the teacher. Maybe, you blame the friend. Maybe, you blame anything possible just to appease your ego and not address the truth about all situations you're in. That TRUTH: You played your role in it.
Dive in to this episode with your hosts, as they embark on the topic of self-accountability. Sometimes identifying you had a role in something and holding yourself to a respectful, apologetic standard can change the trajectory of your life and others.
Yes. We recognize our part in the situation. And we hold ourselves accountable. Our Apologies. Let's Groe.
You don't want to miss this EPISODE!!!
We're all guilty of it: I had a bad day or I'm stressed, so I'm going to indulge in some unhealthy food of choice. What if not all food is nourishing or brings positive vibes.
Jump into this episode with your hosts, as they talk about looking at the foods they eat to help them cope with negative emotions.
No, they are not the model portrayed by media, but they are working towards a more holistic/healthy relationship with their food.
When in danger, what's your next move?
When you think Flight or Fight or Freeze, do you think animal instinct?
Well, overtime, we (humans), develop ways to respond to uncomfortable situations. Some of our responses are visible in the moment and others fester in our subconscious. Have you ever sat and wondered 'why does your voice change' in certain situations? Have you sat and wondered 'why do I isolate myself from others so often'? The answer to questions like these may be shielded in "Trauma Responses".
Look, sit down, listen, but most importantly, join your hosts on this week's episode shedding light on the notion of trauma and the effects that arise. Also, not all trauma is super dark, but the simple things can be damaging as well.
Loudness.
Constant Noise.
Can I be alone? Just to get my thoughts together.
Here are your hosts once again talking about a well needed topic: PEACE. In this age, there is a lot of media and noise coming in to our minds, but sometimes the best cure from all of it is a little stillness. Sometimes sitting with yourself can do a lot of healing. Sometimes changing the media you ingest can also boost healing.
In some cases, after death of a loved one has transpired, one may want to sit alone. It's not to be mean, but maybe, just maybe they need the space to process. Also, to the ones who are searching for peace, go outside of the norm to find it. A hike, a massage, meditation, etc. but whatever it is, give it a try before you shut it out. Peace comes in many forms. Find yours and hold on to it.
Check out this week's episode on PEACE!
This week, we discuss all things “bereavement”.
What is it like to go through bereavement?
How long is the bereavement period at your job and how does it affect you?
Are company’s in the wrong for not giving more day? Let’s discuss!!!
Also, we get deep with our poetry in the park segment at the end of the episode to discuss bereavement in depth. Check it out!
Have you ever felt like someone was watching you? Like maybe just maybe, there is something that watches you turn off the hallway light and chases you thru the house, attempting to grab you just before you reach the bed. Or have you ever, as your younger self, been walking and tried to outrun your shadow?
That's the key word to keep in mind: Shadow. The shadow isn't all bad or their to be afraid of. The shadow tells you more about ypurself, if you can look deep within it.
Go on this journey with your hosts, Mechi G. and Husky Jefe, as they dive into the concept of 'Shadow Work'. From this episode, you'll be encouraged to look deep within and do some work of your own, in order to know 'Who You Are' at the core.
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Have you ever been so zoned out listening to music that nothing else mattered to you? Have you ever been somewhere social and the only thing that brought you and a stranger together was a song playing in a background that you both knew? Does music help you wake up in the morning and get your day started?
Music is a connection deeper than humans may truly ever grasp. A beat, a bell, a humming sound and much more can change the frequency around you to something totally needed for that moment.
In this episode, dive off of the diving board with the hosts as they talk about music that has helped them along their journey of life. Some music lifted spirits and others felt relative to common situations they've battled. Some musical tastes over the years have changed. See what's different in the host and their taste in tune.
Let the music move you to tune in and share.
Step into the mind of our next guest and receive some understanding. On the Season 1- Finale episode, we have the luxury of interviewing #Nashville artist Quez Cantrell. He takes us into his world of grief and dealing with the loss of not only a parent but also a close sibling as well. Being a support system for the family was his father's job, but once father has transcended, it's left up to Quez to fill in the gaps. The passion in this interview and his music rings and soars to great heights. I Lost My Podcast Listeners and Viewers lock in and share this interview.
Do you know what Self care REALLY is!? Are you taking time for yourself? Are we even doing self care right?
For this episode, we are taking a step away from grief talk and pouring more into the topic of self care; the act of caring for yourself. Are there different types of self care? How often should you practice self care? Who is self care for exactly? Find out by watching today’s episode! 😉
Who has all the answers? Would you like all the answers? Why not be given advice or insight about the topic of loss and grief and actually take heed to it? In this episode, the topics that no one told us about loss and grief are discussed. It's trial and error in navigating life, but if it doesn't have to be, then listen to the things mentioned in this episode.
This episode takes a look through the lens of Jeff. A father, son, brother, career professional, but a MAN is laying it on the line to talk about how he deals with grief. He reflects on the events of losing his mother and even a childhood friend. Sometimes things get unclear but positivity keeps you going through some of the hardest of times.