Grief & Happiness

If you’ve ever avoided talking about death with a loved one because it felt too uncomfortable or culturally off-limits, episode 344 is for you. Dr. Cynthia X. Pan, a leading expert in end-of-life care, shares practical strategies for navigating these sensitive conversations with empathy and clarity. Learn how to approach topics like advanced directives and final wishes—especially across cultural l...

Can you recognize all the emotions you are dealing with while grieving? When you do, the is a way that will help you with each emotion. Give It a try.  It works! Let's Connect: You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here You can order the International Best Selling The Grief and Happiness Guide by clicking here. You can order Loving and Living...

If you’ve ever wondered what hides behind even the most loving relationships, this episode reveals how a psychologist faced love, betrayal, and loss—and found healing by writing the truth no one talks about. In today's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Bonnie Comfort, a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience working with individuals and couples. Her therapeutic focus has long centered on...

When the times comes to handle money at the time of someone’s death, you will be grateful to be prepared. Let's Connect: You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here You 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 c...

Discover how finding joy in the darkest moments can ease the weight of loss—and why laughter might be the most underrated tool in your grief journey. In today's episode, I'm joined by Howard Miller, a seasoned business and communication coach, author, and founder of Fulcrum Point Partners. At his firm, he supports leaders in fostering clarity and human connection within organizations. With decades...

We should honor Veterans who die by suicide as a result of PTSD from their service with full benefits. Request your Awaken Your Happiness Journaling Guide here https://www.griefandhappiness.com/pl/2147595767 Let's Connect: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twitter - @ThreattEmily Pinterest The Grief and Happiness Alliance Book: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief Facebook Req...

Left with nothing but a warning she'd never survive alone, she proved just how wrong that was—and discovered a life beyond anything she imagined. In today's episode, I'm joined by Elaine Valerie Thompson, an International Bestselling Author, Inspirational Speaker, Certified FlowCode Coach, Reiki Master Teacher, and Intuitive Healer. Based in New Zealand, Elaine spent over three decades living with...

Are you willing to feel better, to breathe easier, to start enjoying your life again? Then listen to this! Let's Connect: You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here You 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...

When everything feels overwhelming and nothing makes sense, this conversation offers the clarity, connection, and practical tools you didn’t know you needed—until now. In today's episode, I'm joined by Pam Baker, a widow, author, and community-builder based in the Atlanta area. After losing her husband to brain cancer in 2021, Pam transformed her grief into meaningful action by founding Widows Who...

Do you find yourself getting in your own way? You will feel better if you stop that! Let's Connect: You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here You 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 podca...

If you’ve ever felt completely shut down after a loss—unable to cry, think, or even get out of bed—this episode reveals why that happens and how to gently bring yourself back to life, one small step at a time. In today's episode, I'm joined by Ashley Milus, a trauma-informed somatic grief and life transition coach who helps individuals navigate the emotional and physical toll of loss—whether throu...

Together we can change the world if we all practice unconditional love. Let's Connect: You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here You 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...

Most companies give grieving parents just three days to "move on"—but what happens when the real pain begins on day four? We explore the deeper reality of child loss, the healing power of grief retreats, and why workplaces must do better to support employees through unimaginable loss. In today's episode, I'm joined by Kelly McDyre, the President and CEO of the Child Loss Foundation, an organizatio...

Do you feel mired in all the “stuff” in your life? Find out how to fix that by listening to this podcast! Let's Connect: You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here You 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 c...

If you’ve ever questioned your ability to keep going after life breaks you open, this episode will show you how three simple words can become a lifeline in the darkest moments. In today's episode, I'm joined by Theresa Bruno, a writer, speaker, and grief guide who hosts the Soul Talks podcast—a space dedicated to exploring healing, spirituality, and the resilience that follows profound loss. Once...

What would you really love to do now? Don’t wait! Just do it! Let's Connect: You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here You 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...

When grief left them speechless, award-winning authors Julia Park Tracey and Christine Walker turned to fiction—not just to cope, but to give their sons a voice that would live on forever. In today's episode, I'm joined by Julia Park Tracey and Christine Walker—two accomplished creatives who have transformed personal grief into meaningful art. Julia is an award-winning author, journalist, and publ...

Let's Connect: You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here You 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 here Request your Awaken Your Happiness Journali...

He looked fine—until he wasn’t. Just eleven weeks after sharing his struggles, Charlie was gone. In this powerful episode, Betsy Thibaut Stephenson reveals how depression lied to her son and why telling the hard truth is key to healing. In today's episode, I'm joined by Betsy Thibaut Stephenson, a writer, communications professional, and mother based in Alexandria, Virginia. After the unexpected d...

Notice when you start being negative and change your thoughts and words to something positive. Let's Connect: You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here You 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 t...

Why even well-meaning words can deepen someone's pain—and what to say instead when silence feels safer than saying the wrong thing. In today's episode, I'm joined by Sally McQuillen, a psychotherapist in private practice specializing in addiction, trauma, and grief. Based on the North Shore of Chicago, she brings a deeply personal lens to her work shaped by the loss of her 21-year-old son, Christo...

Write positive memories and dreams into your journal so you can always refer to them whenever you would like. Let's Connect: You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here You 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: Y...

What if the key to finally freeing yourself from decades-old pain is hidden in memories you've long buried—and unpacking just one forgotten moment could change the course of your life forever? In today's episode, I'm joined by Ann Mracek , an accomplished author, musician, storyteller, and educator with a passion for exploring emotional healing through creative expression. Her memoir, Unpacking th...

We can change the world by focusing on Peace and Love. Let's Connect: You can join the Grief and Happiness Alliance which meets weekly on Sundays by clicking here You 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 cl...

In today's episode, I'm joined by Victoria Rader , a transformational speaker, spiritual entrepreneur, and the founder of YU2SHINE, a platform dedicated to personal and business growth through quantum and practical coaching. Born in Ukraine under Soviet rule, Victoria developed an unshakable inner resilience that fueled her journey to success in the United States. Through her innovative Empower-mE...