grief – The Healing Place Podcast

Stephanie Sarazin – Honoring Your Truths Along the Ambiguous Grief Journey

By thehealingplacepodcast | January 20, 2023

Another one of these instant soul connection interviews! Steph Sarazin, grief educator and experiential expert in ambiguous grief, guides us on an enlightening journey. Please join us as we discuss:

Steph’s insights on ambiguous grief, what is it and how can we honor it?
her personal journey of grief outside of death
an empowering conversation on “shoulding” ourselves
her recently released book Soulbroken
and so much more!

Welcome to The Healing Place Podcast! I am your host, Teri Wellbrock. You can listen in on Pandora, iTunes, Blubrry, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Deezer, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, and more, or directly on my website at www.teriwellbrock.com/podcasts/. You can also catch soundbites of our insightful interview on YouTube.

Bio:

“Steph Sarazin is an experiential grief expert, researcher, and author. As an ‘accidental grief researcher,’ and experiential expert in ambiguous grief, her work focuses on the process of navigating ambiguous grief: an emotional state that occurs with the loss of a loved one, but not to physical death—when someone is still living yet whose relationship with us has changed. After Steph’s own experience with ambiguous grief, she sought out healing and others who shared her experience, which led to further research, discoveries about hope, and co-authoring the Ambiguous Grief Process Model.

Steph now works to bring awareness to ambiguous grief as a nuanced, natural, and navigable response to loss. She is the founder of the Rise Up Rooted Community and her book, SoulBroken, was published this fall.”

Website: https://stephaniesarazin.com/

Peace,

Teri

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Sherrie Barch – Heaven’s Bell and Ring to Remember as Gifts for the Healing Journey

By thehealingplacepodcast | October 14, 2022

Both Sherrie Barch, author and CEO, and I had goosebumps during this beautiful conversation on the grief journey! Please join us as we discuss:

Sherrie’s inspiration for writing her book and follow up journal
the powerful testimonials received from readers
her philosophies on journaling as a healing tool
her book Heaven’s Bell and journal Ring to Remember: A Heaven’s Bell Grief Journal and Memory Book
and so much more!

Bio:

“Sherrie Barch is the CEO of two Forbes’ ranked top executive search firms and a leadership consulting company. An expert in the areas of leadership, team development, and diversity, her forward-thinking approach to work was recognized when she was chosen to participate in the ‘aItMBA” program designed and led by leadership guru Seth Godin.”

Website: https://www.heavensbell.com/

Peace,

Teri

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Genesis Amaris Kemp – Loss & Grief: How to Use the Power of Your Voice to Create Change Along Your Healing Journey

By thehealingplacepodcast | June 10, 2022

I felt embraced by wisdom during this enlightening conversation with Genesis Amaris Kemp, visionary life coach, motivational speaker, best-selling author, DEI advocate, and host of GEMS podcast. Please join us as we discuss:

Genesis’ personal journey overwhelming loss and subsequent grief
her philosophies on using your voice to initiate deserved change
her book Chocolate Drop in Corporate America: From the pit to the palace
her insights on grief recovery and the power of your voice
and so much more!

Bio:

“Genesis Amaris Kemp is a Creative Content Writer, Author, Self-Development Advocate, Visionary, Inclusion and Diversity enthusiast, Firecracker, and a force to be reckoned with.

She is a woman of color who said, “Enough is enough,” and is now bolder than ever. She tried to remain silent, but that didn’t work because no change occurred. Today, Genesis is readapting to the current times and making some life-changing decisions. She is stepping outside of her comfort zone by speaking up, challenging the status quo, and refusing to let limitations on her keep her down.

Genesis is a woman who will do great things that empower others to speak up for themselves. Yes, it may be challenging; yes, it may hurt. But in the long run, she desires to encourage others to help those who may not have a voice.

She is a trailblazer who wants others to live out their dreams, goals, and visions. If it takes her writing this book (Chocolate Drop in Corporate America: From The Pit To The Palace) to accomplish those tasks, then so be it. We all have been given an excellent purpose in life. It is up to us to walk it out and live victoriously!

Genesis has been featured on four dozen-plus podcasts, magazines and then decided to finally start her own podcast, GEMS, with Genesis Amaris Kemp.”

LINKS:

https://genesisamariskemp.net/

https://www.facebook.com/genesisamaris.kemp.3

https://www.instagram.com/genesisamariskemp/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa6LolDbQt37eSsotGUtSyA

Peace,

Teri

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Michele Benyo – Good Grief Parenting: 4 Keys to Help Young Children Heal from Grief

By thehealingplacepodcast | May 20, 2022

An insightful and powerful conversation with Michele Benyo, certified grief recovery specialist, early childhood parent coach, and found of Good Grief Parenting. Please join us as we discuss:

Michele’s personal journey of grief through her son’s cancer journey and death
the motivation, inspired by her grieving daughter, to found Good Grief Parenting
her role as a certified grief recovery specialist working with parents
her insights on children’s grief as compared to adult grieving including 4 keys to help young children heal from grief
and so much more!

Bio:

“Michele Benyo is a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist®, early childhood educator and parent coach, and the founder of Good Grief Parenting. After her 6-year-old son died of cancer, her 3-year-old daughter said, “Mommy, half of me is gone.” This heartbreaking statement defined Michele’s life purpose. Her mission is twofold: to help parents through the unimaginable challenges of parenting while grieving the death of a child, and to equip parents to meet the unique needs of a child who has lost a sibling in the early childhood years. The desire of Michele’s heart is to see families live forward after loss toward a future bright with possibilities and even joy.”

LINKS:

www.goodgriefparenting.com

linktr.ee/goodgriefparenting

https://www.instagram.com/goodgriefparenting/

https://www.facebook.com/goodgriefparenting/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/parentsraisingyoungsiblings

https://calendly.com/ggparenting/talk-with-michele

Peace,

Teri

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Laura Formentini – A Mother’s Grief: How Love in Action Heals the Heart

By thehealingplacepodcast | February 25, 2022

Another soulful and profoundly hope-filled conversation, this time with Laura Formentini, author, non-profit photographer, and activist. Please join us as we discuss:

Laura’s insights on the healing power of love
her own personal journey through suicide and grief
her philosophies on sensitivity and life as an empath
her book Twenty-One Olive Trees: A mother’s walk through the grief of suicide to hope and healing
and so much more!

Bio:

“LAURA FORMENTINI is an author, nonprofit photographer, and philanthropist. Through this work, Laura has encountered ordinary people who have accomplished extraordinary things after difficult life events. Laura’s healing was greatly impacted by her belief that while the terrible times you suffer may feel like the end of life as you know it, these difficult times can actually become the catalyst for new growth. Her message for empaths and highly sensitive people is one of love and encouragement. As we rise from our own pain, we can take loving actions that lift others up in the process. Twenty-One Olive Trees: A Mother’s Walk Through the Grief of Suicide to Hope and Healing marks Laura’s debut as an author. She lives nomadically with her family.”

** Visit Laura’s website: https://lauraformentini.com/

Peace,

Teri

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Shelley Buck & Kathy Curtis – Love & Loss: Cathartic Writing, Living Your Light, and Talking Through Grief as Healing Tools

By thehealingplacepodcast | September 17, 2021

A deeply beautiful and insightful conversation on love and loss with mother, storyteller and artist, Shelley Buck, and her lifelong friend, healing artist and writer, Kathy Curtis. Please join us as we discuss:

their insights on friendship and the gift of writing a healing book together
their philosophies on grief, loss, healing strategies, and “living your light”
their book Leave Your Light On: The Musical Mantra Left Behind by an Illuminating Spirit
Shelley’s son, Ryder Buck, and his wisdom and light shared through his journal entries and music
and so much more!

Bio:

Shelley Buck

“Shelley Buck was born into a creative family in the Midwest and moved to California after college to follow her dream of working for Disney. It was there she met and fell in love with her husband, Chris, who worked in animation. After they married and had their first child, Ryder, she stayed home to be a full-time mom to him and the two brothers who followed.

She is a storyteller and artist, which she expresses through her original jewelry at ShelRae Designs. When Ryder was diagnosed with cancer and the
journey went to unimaginable places, she poured her heart into writing their story. Her lessons in parenting through these tribulations, combined with the power of Ryder’s larger-than-life spirit, offer profound messages for living in the light.”

Kathy Curtis

“Kathy Curtis moved into Shelley’s neighborhood when they were both 12 years old and an instant, lifelong friendship took root. She has worked as a healing artist and writer since 1991. Her programs support the transformation of grief, illness, and
emotional barriers through creative expression. She is the author of Invisible Ink, a memoir about her own journey through grief. The unique writing process that brought her so much healing has since become a successful program, online and at various venues in the Midwest.

Kathy’s intimate connection to the Buck family, combined with her writing and healing background, made her the perfect person to partner with Shelley on the creation of this book.”

Ryder Buck

“Ryder Buck lived a short but charmed life on the west coast, where he practiced yoga, fell in and out of love, and formed an indie band, Ryder Buck & the Breakers,
that made waves all across the LA area. After a 9-month battle with cancer, Ryder
emerged disease-free and fearlessly followed his dreams of changing people’s lives
through his music. When tragedy met him on a dark highway, the light he had so
fiercely protected throughout his life became limitless. His words and songs continue to carry that light forward. Ryder received the Flame of Hope Award (posthumously) from a local cancer facility where he and his band played for cancer survivors.”

** Visit the book website: https://www.leaveyourlightonbook.com/

** Download Ryder’s inspirational music: ‎Leave Your Light On by Ryder Buck on Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/album/leave-your-light-on/1045120973?i=1045120980

Peace,

Teri

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Justin Caffrey – a Parent’s Grief; the Vagus Nerve, and Training with the Yamabushi

By thehealingplacepodcast | September 3, 2021

I am so very grateful for the opportunity to learn from Justin Caffrey’s deep wisdom. Justin is a recognized thought leader in mindfulness, resilience, and wellbeing. Please join us as we discuss:

Justin’s insights on the Vagus nerve
his philosophies on grief and the impact of the trauma of losing a child
who are the Yamabushi of Japan and how did he train with them
his transition into studying Buddhist meditation practices
and so much more!

Bio:

“A proven multi-business entrepreneur in differing sectors and countries, who built and sold regulated companies with seven figure exits.

A Certified Investment Fund / Hedge Fund Director and Private Equity Professional. He also holds a Masters in Mindfulness-Based Interventions from the prestigious University College Dublin.

All Ireland All Star Thought Leader in Personal Development in 2019 & 2020.

After losing his son 10 years ago he turned to Eastern Psychology | Philosophy | Neuroscience. Justin has become a recognised expert on the Vagus Nerve, the autonomic nervous system, and how Eastern traditions have recognised the importance of these key physiological repossess for thousands of years.

His research is a rich combination of Western neuroscience, Eastern philosophy, mindfulness and his own hard earned life experiences.

Justin swims in cold water all year round, fasts daily for 19-hours, eats a plant based diet and meditates each morning at 5am. He is one of only a handful of Westerners to have completed the gruelling Master Training with the Yamabushi in the remote mountains of Shonai, in Japan.

When you leave the extremes of private equity and hedge-funds for Buddhism, you can expect some exciting outcomes.

Having built routine and structure within his own lifestyle, Justin provides advice and guidance on sleep, intermittent fasting, cold water, the Vagus nerve, meditation practice and mind/body connection.

Justin’s YouTube Channel on the Vagus Nerve, PTSD and recovery, has been watched by over 175,000 people globally. His channel receives 3,000 views a day. He is a regular contributor to media, TV and podcasts.”

** Visit Justin’s website: https://www.justincaffrey.com/

Peace,

Teri

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Maria Dunlap – Vivian’s Victory

By thehealingplacepodcast | May 31, 2019

Welcome to The Healing Place Podcast! I am your host, Teri Wellbrock. You can listen in on iTunes, Blubrry, Spotify, or directly on my website at www.teriwellbrock.com/podcasts/. You can also watch our insightful interview on YouTube.

What a beautiful conversation with Maria Dunlap, founder and CEO of Vivian’s Victory, about the difficult subject of losing a child and parenting a child with a chronic illness along with a discussion on the gifts that come from grief and the healing journey. Thank you, Maria, for sharing your heartache, triumph, and light of hope with those needing support and guidance.

Bio:

“Maria Dunlap is the Founder and CEO of Vivian’s Victory. Vivian’s Victory is a nonprofit dedicated to bring hope, building community and bridging gaps for families that have a child diagnosed with a chronic illness. After Maria’s daughter, Vivian, died in the hospital at 59 days old in 2012, she knew families needed to receive support during perhaps the hardest moments of their lives. Since the inception of Vivian’s Victory in 2014, over 2,000 families have been impacted through their mission.”