Grief & Happiness

What art form helped you the most as you metamorphosed from a grief caterpillar to a happiness butterfly? In this episode, I'm joined by the talented Kevin Campbell. After the utterly unexpected loss of her girlfriend of 22 years, Kevin relied on music to survive the pain and "wrote the album he didn't want to write." The Stages, the album he wrote as an instrument to process his own grief journey, is a beautiful helping hand for those experiencing similar pain. Kevin's artistic inclinations took him to Los Angeles, where he starred in numerous commercials and wrote and directed web series and a pilot for the TV network FX. Throughout this episode, you'll hear Kevin's thoughts on grief and the metamorphosis all of us are capable of, even after the most painful losses. We discuss several coping strategies, the attitudes that speed up healing processes, and how powerful and liberating relying on journaling and gratitude can be. Kevin also talks about The Stages, his 6th and latest album inspired by the death of his girlfriend, the difference between his thoughts and feelings writing the album's first and last song, and more. Tune in and listen to episode 188 of Grief and Happiness and discover a pleasant, inspiring, and harmonious way of transitioning from grief to happiness. In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Kevin's background and the origin of The Stages (1:20)Kevin talks about how he felt around people right after the loss and what changed in him (7:00)Emily and Kevin reflect on the things people say to grievers (12:10)Kevin talks about how writing helped him go through grief (19:10)Why we must start saying yes to things at some point (28:20)Connect with Kevin:WebsiteInstagramYouTubeFacebookSoundcloudApple MusicLet's Connect:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterPinterestThe Grief and Happiness AllianceBook: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief

I have all I need to get by. Do You?Let's Connect:You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking hereYou can order the International Best Selling The Grief and Happiness Guide by clicking here.You can order Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief by clicking here at Amazon:You can listen to my podcast, Grief and Happiness, by clicking hereRequest your Awaken Your Happiness Journaling Guide hereSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Do you have any tools to help you go through the upcoming holidays? In today's episode, the inspiring Lisa Hepner joins us to talk about how to find comfort, support, and positivity during the holidays. Lisa is a Produced Screenwriter specializing in Christmas romance. Her latest work, "The Christmas Checklist," inspired by her own grief, tells the story of a grieving daughter who receives a checklist from her recently deceased mom with twelve activities she must complete before Christmas. The limited series based on "The Christmas Checklist" aired on CBC in Canada in 2022 and will air in the US on Christmas 2023. Her other movies, "Christmas Wish in Hudson," "Christmas Lover's Anonymous," "Love at the Lodge," and "Sappy Holiday," have been aired on Roku, Tubi, Amazon, CBC Canada, UpTV, and GAC Family. Throughout this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on grief and holidays, how focusing on the positive things and enjoying every moment can help us go through grief, and how to support those who are bereaved. We also talk about the twelve items from the checklist of Lisa's book, the things we should and shouldn't say to those suffering from a loss, and how, sometimes, being a silent companion is enough. Additionally, we talk about the best remedy for a broken heart, grief, self-care, and hope during grief, the importance of giving space to our feelings to exist and express themselves, and more. Tune in and listen to episode 186 and find the perfect tool to go through the upcoming holidays with positivity, a lighthearted soul, and a smile in your heart. In This Episode, You Will Learn:A bit about Lisa and her love for Christmas romance (1:30)Enjoy every moment because they aren't forever (8:20)The best cure for a broken heart (10:00)Lisa talks about the best ways of comforting a griever (19:10)Why people don't want to talk about grief (23:30)Resources:Book: Lisa Hepner - The Christmas ChecklistGet a FREE copy of the actual Christmas checklist from Lisa's book Connect with Lisa:WebsiteLinkedInInstagramTwitterFacebookPinterestLet's Connect:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterThe Grief and Happiness Alliance

What are you grateful for right now? How can this help you to feel better?Let's Connect:You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking hereYou can order the International Best Selling The Grief and Happiness Guide by clicking here.You can order Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief by clicking here at Amazon:You can listen to my podcast, Grief and Happiness, by clicking hereRequest your Awaken Your Happiness Journaling Guide hereSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What kind of relationship did you develop with the loved ones who transitioned?In today's episode, the wonderful Jane Asher joins us to share her unique, inspiring, positive approach and understanding of grief. Jane is the Host of The Next Room podcast and the author of a beautiful book with the same name. After a long and successful career in media and the music industry, Jane decided to follow her true passion. She created her podcast, where she chats with professionals and practitioners about death, dying, grief, beliefs, the afterlife, and cultural traditions surrounding the journey we'll all embark on sooner or later. We had a fantastic conversation about Jane's transformation from rock and roll Deejay to podcaster and author, the writing process of her book, The Next Room, and her unique perspective on loss, grief, and interactions with her deceased parents and older sister. You'll also hear Jane's thoughts on intuition, finding a way to cultivate peace and positivity while grieving, finding purpose and spreading joy after loss, and much more. Tune in and listen to episode 184 of Grief and Happiness, allow yourself to approach grief from a different perspective, and keep nurturing your relationship with the ones you lost. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Jane talks about the extraordinary process of writing "The Next Room" (6:00)The importance of having conversations with the loved ones we lost (12:30)Jane's talks about the importance of being open to seeing the signs (19:20)Jane shares a beautiful paragraph of her book (25:50)Enjoying the current chapter of our existence (34:00)Each one's grief journey is unique; let's avoid judging other people's grieving (39:10)Resources:Book: Jane Asher - The Next RoomThe Next Room podcastConnect with Jane:WebsiteInstagramTwitterLinkedInFacebookLet's Connect:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterPinterestThe Grief and Happiness AllianceBook: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief

Being open to possibilities can provide beautiful opportunities for you.Let's Connect:You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking hereYou can listen to my podcast, Grief and Happiness, by clicking hereYou can order the International Best Selling The Grief and Happiness Guide by clicking here.You can order The Grief and Happiness Cards by clicking here.You can order Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief by clicking here at Amazon:Request your Awaken Your Happiness Journaling Guide hereSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Where would you look for motivation to keep going after losing a spouse? In today's episode, AJ Coleman visits us to talk about his grief journey and, through his infectious, positive attitude toward life, gifts us with an inspiring message of hope, love, and resilience. AJ's grief journey started in 2009 when his wife Cory lost the battle against an ugly brain cancer at the age of 30; AJ was 32, and their daughter had just turned 1. He is a Motivational Speaker and the Author of the beautiful book "Keep Those Feet Moving."Throughout this episode, AJ talks about how he navigated his wife's transition, single parenthood, and seeking happiness and love after losing his wife. We also discuss the importance of support systems and how hard it seems to find them while grieving. Also, AJ shares his thoughts on healing our losses, moving on and carrying our loved ones with us, the importance of staying positive no matter what, and more.Tune in and listen to episode 182 of Grief and Happiness and be inspired by AJ's positive attitude, resilience, and wisdom to find the perfect motivator when he most needed it.In This Episode, You Will Learn:About AJ's grief story (1:50)Why closure is crucial for healing (9:00)Our happiness truly comes from within (13:30)AJ talks about the origin of his book's name (18:20)There is no blueprint to mourn (24:10)Connect with AJ:WebsiteLinkedInGet AJ's book! Keep Those Feet Moving: A Widower's 8-Step Guide to Coping with Grief and Thriving Against All OddsLet's Connect:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterPinterestThe Grief and Happiness AllianceBook: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief

Pay attention to what your feelings are so that you can deal with them.Let's Connect:You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking hereYou can order the International Best Selling The Grief and Happiness Guide by clicking here.You can order Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief by clicking here at Amazon:You can listen to my podcast, Grief and Happiness, by clicking hereRequest your Awaken Your Happiness Journaling Guide hereSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you were a terminally ill patient, would you like to have autonomy over how, where, and when to transition? Today, Dr. Pablo Stewart joins us to discuss a slightly different and super interesting topic: medical aid in dying. Dr. Pablo is a Psychiatrist at the renowned Queen's Medical Center who believes top-quality healthcare is a right, not a privilege. He is also a Clinical Professor and Psychiatrist at JABSOM, and he served in the Marines for five years as an infantry officer.Throughout our conversation, Dr. Pablo explains what medical aid in dying is, the requirements patients must meet to qualify for it, and how, when, and where it takes place once approved. We discuss the autonomy and dignity the procedure grants to terminally ill patients and the possibility it gives them and their families to celebrate life. Additionally, Dr. Pablo talks about the death parties we witnessed throughout his career, why he believes end-of-life care provides dignity and peace of mind to the patients who opt for it, and more. Tune in and listen to episode 180 of Grief and Happiness and learn more about this unique option capable of providing a peaceful death and dignity through medication. In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Dr. Pablo's background (1:10)How does medical aid in dying work (2:40)Dr. Pablo shares his sensations at some of the death parties he attended (11:10)The sense of gratitude from terminally ill people who opt for medical aid in dying (15:30)Dr. Pablo talks about Compassion & Choices' work (24:50)Resources:Dr. Pablo's profile on the Queen's Medical Center's websiteCompassion & Choices websiteOur care, our choice act (End of Life Care Option)Let's Connect:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterPinterestThe Grief and Happiness AllianceBook: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief