Unspoken Grief
Unspoken Grief
Podcast Description
If you’ve ever felt alone in your sorrow, this podcast is for you. Welcome all to Unspoken Grief, brought to you by the nonprofit organization Impacted Survivors of Murder-Suicide. Each episode, you will hear the real, raw stories of those who’ve lost loved ones to murder-suicides — stories that have been kept in the shadows for far too long. These are the voices of survivors: People who have the strength to speak their truth. Hosts Michael Vinton, Tina Chevalier, and Kristina Faulkner will explore the stories of silent sorrow, hidden pain, and the unspoken emotions that shape lives. As loss survivors themselves, they have searched for ways to navigate this complex, layered grief pattern that many other loss survivors face. In doing so, Impacted Survivors was created out of the need to cope in the aftermath and to help others. A safe place of understanding where they not only support loss survivors but together they also raise awareness of this underserved and overlooked community. Impacted Survivors provides many resources, including a 6-week grief course, a peer support group, comfort calls, a blog written by survivors as well as guest bloggers, and now the podcast. We hope to help every and any person to NOT feel so alone and isolated in their grief journey. As survivors, we can feel left behind, but we should never be made to feel responsible. Join us, as together, we will find strength in our silent struggles.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores themes of grief, healing, and resilience after the loss of a loved one to murder-suicide. Key topics include mental health awareness, the complexities of grieving both the perpetrator and the victim, and societal perceptions of such tragedies. For example, episodes feature guests sharing their personal accounts, like Bevin who navigates her grief after losing both her husband and mother, highlighting the emotional spectrum of survivors’ journeys.
If you’ve ever felt alone in your sorrow, this podcast is for you. Welcome all to Unspoken Grief, brought to you by the nonprofit organization Impacted Survivors of Murder-Suicide. Each episode, you will hear the real, raw stories of those who’ve lost loved ones to murder-suicides — stories that have been kept in the shadows for far too long. These are the voices of survivors: People who have the strength to speak their truth.
Hosts Michael Vinton, Tina Chevalier, and Kristina Faulkner will explore the stories of silent sorrow, hidden pain, and the unspoken emotions that shape lives. As loss survivors themselves, they have searched for ways to navigate this complex, layered grief pattern that many other loss survivors face.
In doing so, Impacted Survivors was created out of the need to cope in the aftermath and to help others. A safe place of understanding where they not only support loss survivors but together they also raise awareness of this underserved and overlooked community. Impacted Survivors provides many resources, including a 6-week grief course, a peer support group, comfort calls, a blog written by survivors as well as guest bloggers, and now the podcast. We hope to help every and any person to NOT feel so alone and isolated in their grief journey. As survivors, we can feel left behind, but we should never be made to feel responsible.
Join us, as together, we will find strength in our silent struggles.
In this episode of ‘Unspoken Grief,’ hosts Michael Vinton, Tina Chevalier, and Kristina Faulkner engage in a powerful conversation with Bevin Vinton about her experience of losing both her husband and mother in a murder suicide. Bevin discusses the complexities of grieving for both the perpetrator and the victim, recounting the harrowing details of that tragic day and her journey toward healing. The episode emphasizes the importance of mental health awareness and forgiveness, while offering support and understanding to those navigating similar paths of loss. Listeners are advised about the sensitive content and are encouraged to seek help if needed. The conversation serves as a vital reminder that no one is alone in their grief, and that healing, though challenging, is possible.
00:00 Introduction to Unspoken Grief Podcast
01:16 Meet the Hosts
03:01 Introducing Special Guest: Bevin Vinton
03:37 Sharing Personal Loss Stories
06:30 Bevin’s Background and Life Before the Tragedy
20:26 The Day of the Tragedy
30:25 Receiving the Suicide Note
32:13 Understanding Over Controllers
35:12 Jimmy’s Apology and Family Dynamics
37:38 Support Systems and Relationships
42:05 Grieving Both the Perpetrator and the Victim
47:42 Witnessing the Tragedy
53:05 Coping with Trauma and Triggers
54:47 Unique Relationships in Murder-Suicide Cases
01:01:46 Final Thoughts and Advice
01:04:21 Conclusion and Resources
988 Lifeline number: https://988lifeline.org/
At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be complex. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.
Didi Hirsch Mental Services: didihirsch.org
Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741 Free, 24/7 Mental Health Support
Michael Vinton
Email: info@impactedsurvivors.com
Website: www.michaelvinton.com
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Linkedin: m/ichael-vinton-6702a373
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Tina Chevalier
Email: Tina@impactedsurvivors.com
Website: www.impactedsurvivors.org
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IG: @impactedsurvivorsofms
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Kristina Faulkner
Email: kbellatino@gmail.com
Website: www.getinspiredtherapy.com
www.impactedsurvivors.org
Podcast: Unspoken Grief
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