GRIEF Ladies: A Guide to What Comes Next

In this episode of the GRIEF Ladies podcast, hosts Karyn Arnold and Kelly Daugherty are joined by grief coach and author Shelby Forsythia. Together, they explore the complexities of grief and relationships, focusing on the challenges of communication during times of loss. Shelby shares insights from her Life After Loss Academy, discussing the importance of setting boundaries and recognizing suppor...

In this episode of the Grief Ladies podcast, Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold welcome Larisa Makuch, a transformational coach and founder of Abundance Academy. Together, they explore the journey of rebuilding after loss, emphasizing the importance of routine, motivation, and overcoming subconscious blocks. Larisa shares practical strategies for creating structure and finding purpose amidst grief,...

In this episode (17) of the Grief Ladies podcast, Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold welcome Melissa Armstrong, a trauma-informed functional health practitioner. They discuss the importance of grounding in the grief process, exploring practical strategies for healing after loss. Melissa shares her personal journey through trauma and grief, emphasizing the mind-body connection and the significance of...

As the holiday season fades, January offers a unique opportunity for connection and renewal. In this episode, we explore how to embrace the post-holiday valleys by fostering meaningful connections and setting intentions for the new year. Tune in for practical tips and heartfelt stories that inspire a fresh start and a deeper sense of community. GRIEF Ladies: Your Guide to What Comes Next If you're...

In this episode of the Grief Ladies podcast, hosts Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold explore the challenges of facing New Year's while grieving. They discuss evolving through grief, dealing with emotions like anger and guilt, and the importance of setting intentions over resolutions. The conversation offers insights into navigating this time with mindfulness and self-compassion, highlighting the un...

What to Say (and not say) when someone asks how you're doing after a death: Holiday edition Join Karyn and Kelly, the Grief Ladies, as they delve into the complexities of interacting during the holiday season while grieving. This episode explores the challenges of answering the simple question, "How are you?" and offers strategies for preparing and navigating conversations with empathy and authent...

Routines often provide comfort and structure when life feels unpredictable. But the holidays can turn everything upside down — changing sleep, meals, travel, and social patterns. In this episode, we talk about how to maintain stability in small, meaningful ways even when your regular schedule disappears. GRIEF Ladies: Your Guide to What Comes Next If you're ready to move forward without moving on—...

Grief can change your relationship with your body — including how you eat, sleep, and even how you approach alcohol during the holidays. In this episode, we'll explore what mindful self-care looks like when grief and holiday celebrations overlap. We'll talk about how to make conscious choices around alcohol, how to stay grounded at social gatherings, and how to care for your physical well-being th...

What simple ways can I honor my loved one through holiday decorations without overwhelming myself? Should I buy a present for my loved one who has died? This special holiday edition of the GRIEF Framework podcast explores the Finding trail marker and how it invites us to create new meaning and connection during the season. Kelly and Karyn share thoughtful, practical ways to weave remembrance into...

Is it okay to feel joy or happiness when grieving during the holidays? How can I be thankful on Thanksgiving when I miss my loved one so much? In this episode, Kelly and Karyn delve into the complex emotions of the holiday season, offering compassionate insights and practical ways to honor your loved one. Discover how to embrace moments of joy, connection, and thankfulness, allowing them to emerge...

Interacting: Holiday edition Do you want to be alone or around people when you're grieving? (it's complicated) Holidays can bring a mix of togetherness and tension especially when you're grieving. In this episode, Kelly and Karyn answer real-life questions like, "How do I balance my need for solitude with social obligations?", "How do I still make the holidays special for my children after a loss?...

GRIEF Ladies Holiday Edition- Rebuilding When the holidays approach, dread can creep in long before the first decoration goes up. In this episode, Kelly and Karyn answer questions many grieving people ask: "How do I stop dreading the holidays for weeks?" and "How do I face this season when it marks the time my loved one died?" They explore how anticipation, memories, and anniversaries can intensif...

Grief doesn't take a holiday, and the traditions that once brought comfort can now feel complicated. In this episode (7), Kelly and Karyn answer common questions like, "Is it okay to indulge during the holidays when I'm grieving?" and "Should I travel or stay close to home this year?"   How to Get Through the Holidays After Someone Dies: Grounding Strategies That Actually Help are discussed in thi...

Who are you now? Rediscovering Your Identity After Someone Dies In this episode (6) of the GRIEF Ladies podcast, hosts Karyn Arnold and Kelly Daugherty explore the trail marker of Finding within the G.R.I.E.F. Framework. After a significant loss, many grievers ask: Who am I now? and What comes next? Karyn and Kelly unpack the challenges of identity and purpose in grief, sharing how loss reshapes o...

Why Grief Changes You and How to Stop Fighting It. In this episode (5) of the GRIEF Ladies podcast, hosts Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold focus on the trail marker of Evolving within the G.R.I.E.F. Framework. Grief is not static and it changes us in ways that can feel confusing, overwhelming, and even contradictory. Kelly and Karyn unpack the impact of grief on self-esteem, the weight of complex...

In this episode of the GRIEF Ladies podcast (4), hosts Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold explore the trail marker of Interacting within the G.R.I.E.F. Framework. Grief reshapes our connections and relationships with friends, family, and even ourselves and often comes with new challenges in communication and expectations. Kelly and Karyn share how relationships can shift after loss, why support some...

Why Routine Matters After Someone Dies and How to Actually Build one. In this episode (3) of the Grief Ladies Podcast, Karyn Arnold and Kelly Daugherty discuss the second trail marker in their GRIEF framework: Rebuilding. They focus on the importance of structure and routine in the grieving process, offering practical tools to help listeners create supportive daily habits. Tune in to learn how sma...

When you can't function after someone dies: how to ground yourself when grieving. In this episode (2) of the Grief Ladies podcast, hosts Karyn Arnold and Kelly Daugherty dive into the first step of their GRIEF framework: Grounding. They explore the importance of establishing a foundation through healthy habits like eating, sleeping, and movement, and discuss how these basics can support individual...

Join Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold in the inaugural episode of "Grief Ladies," where they explore the transformative journey of grief. Discover how their personal experiences and professional insights have shaped a unique framework designed to help individuals not just survive, but thrive through grief. This episode introduces the concept of integrating grief into life, offering tangible tools...

GRIEF Ladies: Your Guide to What Comes Next Grief can leave you asking: What do I do now? It's overwhelming, paralyzing, and often lonely. Welcome to GRIEF Ladies , the podcast that doesn't just talk about grief—it gives you tools to take action. Hosted by grief experts Kelly Daugherty and Karyn Arnold , each episode guides you through the G.R.I.E.F. Framework—Grounding, Rebuilding, Interacting, E...