Coping

In this episode of "Coping," Kevin and Kathy delve into the concept of labeling emotions productively and destructively in the context of grief. They introduce a helpful tool, the Feelings Wheel , to aid in identifying and expressing emotions, which can help you to explore and acknowledge feelings related to grief. Kathy: Welcome back for another episode of “Coping”. Kevin: Last episode, we talked...

In this journaling meditation, Kevin provides listeners with a practical exercise to explore the interconnections between their list of losses. He encourages them to visualize the relationships between different losses, using size variations and visual elements like lines or circles to represent these connections. The goal is to create a visual representation that mirrors the complexity of their g...

In this episode of "Coping," Kevin and Kathy explore the concept of linking in the context of grief. They discuss how our brains are wired to remember pain and link losses, and provide a helpful exercise for listeners to visualize and understand the interconnectedness of their losses. Kevin: Hi, everyone. Welcome back to another episode of Coping.  Kathy: Yes. Welcome, everyone. Last episode...

Allow Kevin Deegan to guide you in a journaling exercise that can encourage you to reflect on grief and loss experiences. Being able to externalize these often heavy experiences will give you space to process the emotions around them and offer a measure of freedom to explore your pain points from difficult interactions. He emphasizes the significance of externalizing these emotions for processing...

In this episode of "Coping," Kevin and Kathy discuss the practice of using lists as a tool to process grief. Learn the benefits of externalizing and focusing on grief through list-making, create lists of losses to help yourself acknowledge, connect, and find meaning in your grief experiences. Kevin: Well, hi everyone. Welcome back to another episode of "Coping". Kathy and I are happy to be wi...

In this episode of "Coping," Kathy and Kevin discuss two main ways people cope with grief: "Stuffers" who internalize their grief and "Sharers" who externalize it through storytelling. Learn the importance of finding a balance between these approaches and practical advice for both types to process their grief effectively. Kevin: Well, welcome back, everybody, for another episode of Coping. Kathy a...

This episode of “Coping” explores the multifaceted nature of grief, affecting a person physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. It highlights the diverse ways people experience and express grief, and the importance of empathy, support systems to allow individuals to grieve in their own unique manner. Hear from Brian, a Be Well Resources community as he shares how he found solace in his...

In this episode we talk about 4 common misconceptions about grief and explore the difference between grief & grieving. Listen in as we as we dive into this challenging topic. Whatever you may be coping with-- Blessings to you... Kathy: Hi, everyone. Welcome to another episode of Coping. On today's episode, we're starting with this question that I want to ask you first. Kevin, having worked on...

This bonus episode Kathy will read an adapted version of a prayer written by Jackie Trottman.    "Dear God, In the noise and busyness of life, I thank you for opportunities to slow down, tune in and become attentive.   I am aware of the world around me. I am aware of the tone of my voice – how I talk to others and how I treat others. I am aware of how I talk to myself and treat...

In this episode we explore "Awareness" as a practice for Coping. We talk about the 3 levels of awareness and offer real-life examples for each. Listen to the end as we conclude with an awareness prayer. Many blessings to you.   Kathy: Hi, everyone. Welcome back to another episode of "Coping". Today's episode we're talking about awareness.    Kevin: Yeah. And awareness seems to...

This guided meditation is from Spiritual Director Erika Clauson. It is a calming prayer intended to support you in your journey to wellness, especially as you experience fear and anxiety. Enjoy.   Erika: I will be guiding us through a calming prayer practice that can help us connect our mind, body, heart and soul to the God of love, so that as we experience God's perf...

Is Fear & Anxiety the same thing? What's the difference? Listen to this episode that explores the difference between the experience of fear vs. anxiety. We'll break down the myths associated that often keep us trapped in a prison of fear & anxiety. Enjoy.   Kevin: All right. Are you recording? Yeah. Before we get started, I'm just curious, what is one thing that you're...

This bonus episode includes a conversation with Mary Taylor who accomplished the impressive goal of reading 1,000 books in retirement. We hope you enjoy her reflection on this amazing journey and the powerful lessons she learned along the way. Enjoy! Kevin: Well, Mary, I'm so excited to speak with you today. Thank you for agreeing to come and talk with me a little bit.    Mary: My pleasu...

New Year's Resolutions are all the rage. But when it comes down to it, how do we actually keep the resolutions we make? Listen to this New Year's episode where we offer a remedy to ensure successful resolutions. Enjoy!   Kevin: Happy New Year, everyone.   Kathy: Yes. Happy New Year.   Kevin: We're so excited to start this New Year 2023 and be here on this po...

Hardship is that unwanted and unexpected spiritual gift that can't be returned or refunded. Listen in to our special holiday episode as we discuss one holiday tradition that may help us cope better with hardships.   Kathy: Welcome, everyone, to a special Christmas episode. And it's exciting because this is the holiday season, and as I speak, my living room is currently flooded with packages a...

Thanksgiving gives us an opportunity to practice giving thanks especially as we prepare for the holiday season. However, Thanksgiving is only a one-day-a-year holiday. How do we develop a daily practice of giving thanks? Listen now.   Kathy: Welcome, everyone. Happy Thanksgiving. We're so excited to offer this special episode edition of Coping for Thanksgiving. And I want to say that Thanksgi...

How do you define coping? It's time to reframe our understanding of coping. Listen in as we provide a new framework for coping and detail how "coping well" relates to a life of significance. Enjoy!   Kevin: Well, welcome, everyone. I am so excited for this season three of "Coping". I'm excited to have Kathy here with me to be co hosting this season. Welcome, Kathy.    Kathy: Thank y...

Listen in as Chaplain Kevin and Kathy reflect on Season 2 of Coping. You'll hear their favorite moments and lessons from the past season. Be sure to listen to the end as they offer a sneak preview of Season 3! Enjoy.   Announcement: Today's episode is brought to you by Be Well Resources. Be Well is a wellness organization that provides mental and spiritual tools for whole person health. Be We...

Is God calling you? Listen in to our Coping Conversation with Chaplain Kevin, who shares his compelling story of answering the call and saying yes to God. Kevin is interviewed by his ministry partner and wife Kathy.   Kathy:  Welcome. This is Kathy, and today I'm talking with Chaplain Kevin, who, as a young boy, heard a call to ministry on his journey to say yes to God. He encountered ob...

Are you in need of belonging? Listen in to our Coping Conversation with Summer, who shares her moving story of finding her people and understanding belonging.   Kevin:  Welcome. I'm Chaplain Kevin, and today I'm talking with Summer, who grew up as the only child of a single mom. On her journey to live her authentic self, she set out to find her people and discovered the true meaning of b...

Are you in need of trust? Listen in to our Coping Conversation with Michelle, who shares her powerful story of showing up and learning to trust.   Kevin: Welcome. I'm Chaplain Kevin, and today I'm talking with Michelle, who, as a young girl, faced insecurity and instability. Throughout her journey, she learned the importance of showing up, which helped her to build a strong foundation of trus...

Are you in need of truth? Listen in to our Coping Conversation with Anne, who shares her powerful story of finding her voice and telling her truth.   Kevin: Welcome. I'm Chaplain Kevin, and today I'm talking with Anne, who at a young age, discovered her voice through writing. While she fought for her own voice to be heard, she amplified the voices of others, and through it all, she began to l...

Are you in need of acceptance? Listen in to our Coping Conversation with Amy, who shares her powerful story of acceptance. Kevin: Welcome. I'm Chaplain Kevin, and today I'm talking with Amy, who, from a young age, learned not to allow her physical limitations to limit her life. Throughout her journey, she faced countless challenges, including discrimination, as she made her way toward acceptance....

Are you in need of grace? Listen in to our Coping Conversation with Melinda, who shares her powerful story of grace.   Kevin: Welcome. I'm Chaplain Kevin, and today I'm talking with Melinda, who, from an early age, battled insecurity and anxiety. In the midst of her challenging circumstances and overwhelming emotions, her journey to find grace led her back home. This is “Coping”.   ...

Are you in need of Joy? Listen in to our Coping Conversation with Lindsay, who shares her powerful story of Joy.   Announcement: This episode centers around the topic of eating disorders. If you or someone you know is struggling with eating difficulties, you can seek support from the National Eating Disorder Association. Call or text 1800-931-2237, or you can visit them online at www.national...