Creating Space for Grief and Hope

Join us as we welcome, Mandy Bird, L.P.C. & co-author of Tears are the Source of Your Passion: The Power of Authenticity & Grief. Mandy shares her own experiences with grief, and how she took her own pain to be a present for others. In this episode, Mandy takes us through the magnificence of the book she co-authored with her dear friend, Chris Saade, which provides meaningful and gentle st...

Join Holly and Elizabeth as they discuss the idea of guilt and how it does not truly apply to our grief experience. The feelings that one may have could be regret, feeling badly, or even feelings of helplessness. As grievers we often feel helpless and guilt gives us a false sense of control. For example, we may have thoughts that begin with: I should have.... If only… I am not supposed to… It’s im...

“Life is ALWAYS creating …so it’s a matter of if we want to be INTENTIONAL about it or just let it happen to us.” ~Anonymous Join Holly and Elizabeth as they chat with special guest Cindy Ballaro - podcast producer, publisher, and author of “Creating A Vision Board – Jump Start Your Dreams in 5 Fun Steps.” Since 2010 Cindy has guided over 600 people through vision boarding and SoulCollage workshop...

When we experience a loss (of any kind) the trajectory of our lives may shift. With this shift one may feel a lack of control over their world as they once knew it. This is a normal part of grief. So, what can we do for ourselves when we feel we cannot get a handle on even the smallest of things? Elizabeth and Holly share their own experiences of times when life has felt chaotic and uncertain, the...

How can we create an ongoing relationship with our loved one in our hearts, even when they aren’t physically here? Join Holly and Elizabeth as they share tools and ideas for integrating the memory of your loved one into your life - such as through journaling, travel, and storytelling - while continuing to move forward on your healing journey. “Death ends a life, not a relationship.” - Mitch Albom...

Holly and Elizabeth welcome Jasmine Hathaway, founder of Compass Coordinators and co-founder of Professionals of After Loss Services (PALS) on this month’s episode. Jasmine shares with us her impetus to create a business that supports the bereaved with the myriad of tasks that accompany the death of a loved one. Learn about Jasmine’s two business ventures, and her personal story of loss, as well a...

Join Holly and Elizabeth to learn more in-depth about secondary losses and how they can impact your life after an initial loss. Secondary losses are losses that occur as the result of a death of a loved one (or less than loved one). They are a natural part of the grieving process and bring up conflicting feelings because they mark a change or end to a familiar pattern of behavior. They may include...

Join Holly and Elizabeth as they discuss how the winter holiday season can bring up feelings of jealousy, guilt, and additional pressure for grievers. They share how supportive tools such as authentic affirmations, daily routines, and meaningful year-end activities help keep you connected to your mind/body/spirit while honoring your story and loved ones. Holly also shares her personal experience w...

Join Elizabeth & Holly as they walk through the five stages of grief, explain the true intent, and re-frame each one step by step. Learn some new ways of talking to your grieving friend, loved one, co-worker, and others. Holly Gainsboro is a Certified Advanced Grief Recovery Specialist and founder of Golden Heart Grief Support & Education. Following the death of her late husband, Steven, H...

Meet Holly & Elizabeth as they share their personal stories of grief and loss that guided them to creating this podcast. They openly share their experiences surrounding the deaths of their loved ones and the pain that accompanied those losses. Learn about their journeys while gaining some new tools for your own unique path. This podcast is not limited to the sadness that comes with loss, but a...

Welcome to Creating Space for Grief & Hope with Advanced Grief Recovery Specialist Holly Gainsboro and Creative Grief Coach Elizabeth Catignani. Here you’ll find support, wisdom, stories, and practical tools for your unique healing journey. We believe that grief and hope coexist and empowers us as we heal and grow. We invite you to subscribe and join us each month for a new episode.