Grief is my New Hobby
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This is the grief podcast that refuses to follow the rules. It's a not self-help podcast, it's self-honesty. Losing both of my parents before I turned 30 has been one of the shi*test experiences and navigating a lot of big emotions has been a challenge. From laughing awkwardly whilst waiting for coroners to trying to understand probate jargon. This podcast is here to f*ck off the stigma around grief and remind you that you don't have to do this alone.
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The podcast delves into various aspects of grief, with episodes that offer raw honesty and personal stories. Topics include navigating emotions after losing loved ones, the importance of discussing grief openly, and practical tips on supporting friends in mourning, exemplified in episodes like 'Grieving Together' where the host and guest reflect on their shared experiences.
This is the grief podcast that refuses to follow the rules. It’s a not self-help podcast, it’s self-honesty.
Losing both of my parents before I turned 30 has been one of the shi*test experiences and navigating a lot of big emotions has been a challenge. From laughing awkwardly whilst waiting for coroners to trying to understand probate jargon.
This podcast is here to f*ck off the stigma around grief and remind you that you don’t have to do this alone.
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Part two of this episode is just as emotionally raw, heartfelt and heartbreaking as part one.
Most stories of grief focus on healing, but Laura’s raw, unfiltered journey reveals the brutal reality of losing a loved one unexpectedly and the profound strength it takes to carry on. Less than seven months after marrying her best friend Ed, Laura found herself facing the impossible: saying goodbye to her husband just 186 days after their wedding, amid a whirlwind of hospital ICU visits, surgeries, and heart breaking goodbyes. In part two of this episode, Laura takes us through Ed's final hours, those devastating phone calls and how she honours his memory. You'll discover the intense emotional toll of medical uncertainties, the importance of organ donation, and the often-overlooked resilience of those left behind. She opens up about the unspoken bonds formed through shared trauma, her connection with Ed’s family, the shock of hospital staff miscommunications, and the ways grief reshapes your very sense of self. Laura’s honesty doesn’t shy away from the darker moments, anger, helplessness, and the raw agony of losing a partner while still craving the familiar comfort of their life together. She reflects on the bittersweet memories that keep her going, from a wedding that was everything they dreamed, to the small personal rituals that honour Ed’s memory today. Her story underscores a vital message: talk openly about health and organ donation, cherish every fleeting moment, and never underestimate the strength of your love and voice in the face of unimaginable loss. Perfect for anyone navigating grief, supporting loved ones through trauma, or grappling with life’s sudden curveballs. Laura’s experience illuminates the brutal truth of losing someone too soon yet also the extraordinary courage shown in the aftermath. If you need validation, hope, or simply a reminder that you’re not alone in the most painful moments, this episode is your raw, inspiring companion.
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