See My Grief - A Podcast from Conversations with Kelly

In this episode, Kelly has a casual conversation with Bryan Piatt, MA, about how the changing seasons can activate deeper feelings in grief and/or mental health. We explore the connection between the literal seasons (weather) and the metaphorical seasons of life, and how these transitions can influence emotional well-being. Awareness of these changes is important for processing emotions. A big thank you to Bryan for joining me for this beautiful discussion. Bryan is the host of the “Take What Serves, Leave The Rest” Podcast. You can check out his podcast here: Take What Serves, Leave The Rest. (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-what-serves-leave-the-rest/id1591101308) Thank you for listening. Please remember to like and subscribe to the “See My Grief” podcast to be notified of new episodes. As always, we see your grief and hold a gentle place for it

In this episode, Kelly interviews Hyedi Nelson about her love and grief over the last ten years for her son Charlie who was born and died on July 3rd. We know significant loss takes a lifetime to integrate. Hyedi beautifully shares her authentic and transparent experience as a mother who has experienced child loss. She also discusses the complex grief that can be experienced when one gets pregnant after loss. I appreciate that Hyedi speaks to the ebb and flow of grief over the years. It is evident that love and grief co-exist in the same space.   Thank you for listening to today's episode. A special thank you to Hyedi for sharing her story and for honoring the memory of her son, Charlie, with us. If you found this episode meaningful, please subscribe and share it with anyone who might benefit from these words and support. Together, we can create a compassionate community where love and grief are embraced and understood.   Until next time, Be very gentle.

In this episode, Kelly sits down with her guest Karen, who recently lost her dog, Luna. Luna died suddenly, and unexpectedly, which made dealing with the grief very difficult at first. Karen beautifully shares how her deep love for Luna has also contributed to her profound grief. Animals are the most unconditional beings and they love us regardless. There is a special bond that is unique between the human and animal. To lose them creates a deep void and pain that can last a very long time. We will always miss them. It is important to find people in your life who will create a space for this grief that is extremely valid and not diminish or judge you. We are so grateful to Karen for sharing her beautiful love story with us. As always my friends, we see your grief. More support can be found at https://www.lapoflove.com/our-services/pet-loss-support

In this episode, Bryan Piatt https://podcasts.apple.com/ye/podcast/take-what-serves-leave-the-rest/id1591101308 and I sat down with Colleen Lindstrom https://www.thebronzemedallife.com/ from The Bronze Medal Life. Colleen shares her belief about being average is amazing enough. We also talk about grief, and how society wants us to be high performers even in our sorrow. She courageously shares how she and her husband navigated the loss of their daughter Brady. Trauma changes us always. How we show up in life is enough. Thank you for listening. As always, we see your grief.

In this episode, Kelly speaks about the violence we are experiencing all over the world. This episode is in response to the multiple messages and notes she received from families feeling overwhelmed in their own traumas from the mass shooting in Maine. Kelly advocates for us to come back to love as our way of interacting with one another. We are living in a major divide in the human collective right now. Regardless of political or religious beliefs, may we be able to connect and heal through loving. In this episode you will hear ways to comfort and support yourself through these difficult times. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, Kelly talks about timelines in grief and essentially how there are none. We live in a society, however, that has set up rules and judgments about grief. There are many factors to consider that are gently addressed in this episode. Kelly speaks of the importance of allowing space for the grief to breathe an be held. It is important to note that if you are thinking of hurting yourself or another person, you will need immediate medical attention prior to “doing the grief work.” You can start by texting 988 or going to the nearest ER. Remember, your grief is your love story for the one you miss so much. Much peace my friends.

In this episode, Kelly and Bryan Piatt speak about the way in which we shame ourselves for having natural human emotions to something that is difficult. People often refer to themselves as “losing it” when they have intense emotions. We want to try and be gentle and speak more about “being in touch with it.” We get to have ALL of our emotions.   You can follow Kelly on: Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/seemygrief/?hl=bg FB-https://www.facebook.com/CWKHEALS/ Website. www.Conversationswithkelly.com And Bryan Piatt on: Bryan Piatt- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bryanpiatt/?hl=en FB-https://www.facebook.com/bryanmpiatt Podcast-https://podcasts.apple.com/ye/podcast/take-what-serves-leave-the-rest/id1591101308   Please be very gentle with yourself and others.

In this episode, Kelly is joined by esteemed psychotherapist, Douglas Jensen, LICSW, BCD as they talk about complicated and disenfranchised grief.There are so many expectations placed on us around grief. We are often judged for how we grieve. We either don’t grieve enough or too much, according to society. Doug so authentically shares his grief around his mother’s recent death. He is transparent in the way he expresses that it was not necessarily the death that makes him grieve, rather the loss is correlated to his mother’s mental illness and their complicated relationship. It was such a gift to hold this space with Doug. Thank you for your time and absolutely beautiful shares. Visit Doug and Talia’s podcast at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/were-not-fine/id1638990740   As always, I see your grief. Be gentle, dear community.

The Dying Teach Us How To Live

Kelly sits down with Bryan Piatt, breathwork facilitator, mental health advocate and graduate student in Mental Health Counseling, as they discuss Bryan’s panic attack as a twelve year old and a lifelong of healing and learning. We discuss things that we would tell our younger selves that we have learned through our years of healing and evolving. As Bryan shares his vulnerable experiences, he also talks about ways to be more gentle with ourselves. If we would only speak to ourselves as adults as we do to a child, life would feel more gentle. One of the most tender messages Bryan shares is to remind ourselves “We are Safe.” Thank you, Bryan, for this amazing, heartfelt and connected interview.   Please visit Bryan’s Podcast on any of the podcast platforms: Mental Health - Take What Serves. Leave the Rest - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tools-that-help-me-manage-my-mental-health/id1591101308?i=1000540526505   As Always, be gentle with yourself. We see your grief and hold it gently.