Hope in the Hard Times Podcast

In this episode, we explore why the holidays feel heavier when you're grieving and why you absolutely have permission to say no. Using honest reflections, a relatable story, and practical boundary strategies, we make the compassionate case for protecting your peace this holiday season. This episode offers: Why the holidays feel harder when you're grieving Making the case for saying no  W...

Grief and gratitude don’t seem like they belong in the same sentence—especially when you’re grieving the loss of a child or parent or going through hard times. But what if practicing even small, gentle moments of gratitude could help you breathe again? In this compassionate, faith-centered episode, we explore how gratitude works emotionally, spiritually, and scientifically to support your heart in...

Episode Summary: In this heartfelt episode, Kim Meyer shares a personal story about two photos — one from the start of her Air Force career, and one from her retirement ceremony — and the powerful reminder they bring: make the memories, even when it’s uncomfortable. Through faith-filled reflection, Kim talks about why memories are essential to healing after loss, how they help us connect with God’...

The holidays are often painted with joy and celebration — but if you're grieving, the season can feel more like emotional quicksand than comfort and cheer. In this deeply personal and hope-filled episode, I share why the holidays are uniquely challenging after loss, how grief can catch us off guard, and what it looks like to move through this season with compassion, clarity, and care. You’ll...

In this deeply personal episode of Hope in the Hard Times , grief coach Kimberly Meyer shares her story of losing her son in 2022 and how prayer, Scripture, and resilience tools sustained her through unimaginable pain. You’ll hear how God prepared her “for such a time as this,” how faith can carry us when the answer to healing is no, and how even in grief, hope and purpose can emerge. Key Takeaway...

In this first episode of Hope in the Hard Times , grief coach Kimberly Meyer shares her personal journey through loss and the resilience tools that carried her through. You’ll learn why time alone doesn’t heal, how joy doesn’t erase love, and three practical tools rooted in faith to help you take small steps forward in your own grief healing journey. Key Takeaways: - Grief and joy can coexist. - H...