Grieving Insomniacs, a grief podcast.

In this episode, I share something I’ve never fully put into words—the moment I saw my son after he died. It didn’t come in a dream that felt distant or symbolic. It came in a way that felt immediate, real, and unmistakably present. A moment that stopped everything and cracked open the way I understand love, grief, and connection beyond what I can explain. This isn’t a story about answers. It’s a...

Grief / podcast /grieving insomnaics From the outside, it can look like someone is doing grief “the right way.” Holding it together. Saying the right things. Moving forward. But grief doesn’t follow rules—and it doesn’t always show its deepest truths where others can see. In this episode, I share the impact of losing a high school classmate to suicide—after she had already lost her son the same wa...

In this episode of Grieving Insomniacs, host Christy Habermann delves into the complexities of grief, particularly during the holiday season. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity in discussing grief, the pain of moving on after a loss, and the challenges faced during family gatherings. Christy shares personal experiences and coping mechanisms, advocating for self-care and emotional acknow...

In this episode, Cristi Habermann shares her personal journey of grief and healing after the loss of her son. She reflects on her experiences during a transformative trip, the challenges of navigating life as a grieving mother, and the importance of redefining her identity beyond grief. Cristi emphasizes the need for community and shared experiences in the grieving process, and she discusses her d...

In this episode, Cristi Habermann discusses the complexities of grief and the various forms of therapy available to those who are grieving. She emphasizes the importance of understanding what kind of help is needed, the differences between individual therapy and support groups, and the role of licensed therapists in the healing process. Cristi shares her personal experiences and insights on naviga...

#grief, #cancer, #road trip, #personal journey, #podcasting, #mental health, #storytelling, #community, #healing, #self-discoveryIn this episode, host Cristi Habermann shares her personal journey of grief following the loss of her son, Christopher, who passed away after battling cancer. She discusses her plans for a road trip to honor his memory and explore places he wished to visit. Cristi also r...

In this episode of Grieving Insomniacs, host Cristi Habermann reflects on the profound impact of loss, particularly the loss of her son, on both emotional and physical health. She discusses the importance of recognizing how grief manifests in the body and introduces somatic therapy as a means to address these physical responses. Cristi emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to grief that incl...

#grief, #ghosting, #grieving insomniacs, #mental health, #coping mechanisms, #support, #loss, #emotional health, #podcast, #healing In this episode of Grieving Insomniacs, host Cristi Habermann shares her personal journey through grief after the loss of her son. She discusses the importance of communication and connection during the grieving process, highlighting the phenomenon of ' ghosting' —whe...

In this heartfelt episode of Grieving Insomniacs, host Cristi Habermann shares her personal journey of grief following the loss of her son, Christopher. She reflects on the challenges of navigating life and holidays without him, the impact of grief on family dynamics, and the ongoing struggle with health issues. Cristi emphasizes the importance of acknowledging grief, the complexities of healing,...

In this episode of Grieving Insomniacs, host Cristi Habermann shares her personal journey through grief, particularly focusing on the challenges of moving on after the loss of her child, Christopher. She emphasizes the importance of being real about grief, discussing the emotional struggles that come with the holidays, and offering coping strategies for those who are grieving. Cristi highlights th...

In this episode of Grieving Insomniacs, host Cristi Habermann shares her personal journey through grief after the loss of her son. She discusses the challenges of navigating grief during the holiday season, the importance of self-care, and the need for open conversations about loss. Cristi emphasizes that each person's grief journey is unique and encourages listeners to create new traditions that...

In this episode of Grieving Insomniacs , host Cristi Habermann shares her personal journey of grief following the loss of her son. She discusses the concept of gaslighting in the context of grief, where others deny or trivialize the grieving person's reality. Cristi emphasizes the profound impact of grief on her life and the societal pressures that often accompany it. She explores the themes of tr...

https://ahealingplaceforgrief.com https://www.instagram.com/grievinginsomniacs/ In this episode, Cristi Habermann shares her personal journey through grief after losing a child and discusses the impact of grief on relationships. She explores common fears surrounding divorce after such a loss, the importance of communication and understanding between partners, and the role of forgiveness in healing...

In this conversation, Cristi Habermann delves into the complex emotions surrounding survivor's guilt, particularly in the context of losing a child. She explores the symptoms and implications of survivor's guilt, the concept of moral injury, and the challenges of navigating complicated grief. Cristi emphasizes the importance of self-forgiveness and finding meaning in loss as essential copi...

In this episode, we explore the often overlooked emotional burden of grief in medical care. Many doctors are trained to treat the physical symptoms of illness but may struggle to fully understand or address the complex emotional and psychological aspects of grief that their patients experience. We'll discuss how the medical system often falls short in supporting those grieving, whether it'...

In this heartfelt episode, we explore the profound and painful journey of a mother diagnosed with cancer, following the loss of her son, Christopher, to the same disease. We delve into the depths of fear, grief, and guilt, and discover how these emotions can shape a desire for a more authentic life. Join us as we discuss the lessons of grief, the resilience of the human spirit, and the strength it...

In this episode, we delve into the "Dark Night of the Soul," a term that describes the deep, transformative crisis many people endure during periods of intense grief and major life changes—at the same time, discussing the hiatus in podcast episodes due to life changes. Christopher's birthday and death day have recently passed along with the death of some dear family members. May and...

Welcome to Grieving Insomniacs the podcast where we explore the raw and real experiences of life, grief, and healing. I'm your host, Cristi Habermann and in today's episode, we're delving into a topic that holds profound significance for many: surviving Mother's Day as a grieving mother. Mother's Day, a day celebrated with joy and love, can also be a source of profound pain for...

Today marks my granddaughter's 13th birthday, a day etched with profound significance in my son's tumultuous journey. It ranks as one of the toughest days he ever faced, second only to the heart-wrenching news of a cancer diagnosis on his 25th birthday. My granddaughter, just three months old when he passed away, remains a poignant symbol of love and loss in our family's narrative. For...

I've returned following an unintentional hiatus of a month. In this episode, I delve into a recent discussion I had with friends regarding the dynamics of friendships. Through this conversation, I realized that the experience of grief has altered the way I perceive these relationships. I find myself not feeling as intimately connected to people as I once did, and this extends to my relationshi...

Grief triggers can sneak up on you when you least expect it, catching you off guard. In my recent experience, one such trigger catapulted me back to the day right after Christopher passed away. As I found myself navigating the memories and emotions of that moment, it hit me – grief is not a hurdle to overcome; it's a lifelong journey. Join me in this week's episode as I share the raw and r...

The onset of a new year typically results in the creation of resolutions. Everywhere you turn, there are news articles, blog posts, and memes echoing the sentiment of a "new year, new you." However, for those grappling with grief, this season proves to be challenging. Each new year signifies another year without their cherished ones, a continuous stream of memories left unmade due to the...

n the midst of last week's reflective journaling exercise, I unearthed a profound realization about my struggle to embrace joy during the holiday season. The overwhelming sense of disloyalty I feel towards my departed child casts a shadow over my Christmas celebrations. Join me as I unveil the journey of self-discovery that led to this insight, delving into the methods I employed to navigate t...

Journaling is one of the most helpful ways I have found to cope with my grief journey. When our feelings and minds are confused and full of sadness it can be hard to decide on where to start. Sometimes we need a helping hand. This is why I created the Journal with me series. Each week we will use a prompt to get us started in our grief journal. This week's prompt is what I am missing about my...

This week's podcast does not have a theme or a particular message. It is more random thoughts and experiences from the week surrounding thoughts about death, dying, and particularly grief at Thanksgiving. I realized this week that we live in a society that does not allow anyone to be sad. It seems like sadness is being equated with depression and as such is being treated as a mental illness. S...