The Grief Bully Podcast

On this episode, the host, J. Nicole dives into an intimate conversation with her guest Rachel on the topic of how desperate you might feel when dealing with loss. The two touch on the integration of the losses into your life and how they can help ease the pain of the journey. Key Takeaways: -Desperation in grief is a real thing. -The waiting period of the bad news can cause panic. -It's bett...

On this episode, the host, J. Nicole is in the studio solo for a short yet impactful conversation with her audience. She dives into the importance of paying attention to the emotional red flags your mind and body are telling you.  Key Takeaways: - You have permission to take care of yourself. - It's not enough to just listen to the show. Inspirational Boost of The Week: "Stay strong, thi...

On this episode, the host, J. Nicole has an intimate conversation with special guest, Garnett Briscoe. The host explores Garnett's unfortunate story of tragic loss and his journey to healing. To date this is one of the most impactful stories of resilience the show has encountered. Key Takeaways: -How to overcome when you've seen the bottom. -Forgiveness is a huge component to healing. -E...

On this episode, the host, J. Nicole has an intimate conversation with special guest, Surera Ward. The host explores Surera's unfortunate story of tragedy and loss. If you are facing or have faced a time in your life that you didn't know if you will ever bounce back from you'll want to tune in. Key Takeaways: - The burden could be a blessing. - Grieving the same person twice? - Powe...

On this episode, the host, J. dives into a deep conversation on the need to let go of the things we wish we could change in terms of losing our loved ones. She opens up about how the "If Onlys" have complicated her grief journey. This is a raw, personal and unfiltered conversation of healing. Key Takeaways: - The Serenity Prayer - Letting go of the things we can't control. - Forgivi...

On this episode, the host, J. Nicole has a very real conversation with a long time friend, Keita Evans about her grief journey. They share some lows but also some highs with the audience.  Key Takeaways: - Anger is a real component of grief. - The pain of life can take you to a dark place. - Therapy and counseling can save your life. Inspirational Boost of The Week: "Progress is impossible wi...

On this episode, the host, J. Nicole has an intimate conversation with her audience where she opens up about exposure to domestic violence. She will draw connections to childhood trauma and how we handle our grief. Join her as she sets out to show the listeners how important it is to heal from our life experiences. It is her belief from doing work with her therapist that "once you can do loss...

On this episode, the host, J. Nicole has an intimate conversation with special guest, Kera Young. The host explores Kera's unfortunate story of tragedy and loss. If you are facing or have faced a time in your life that you didn't know if you will ever bounce back from you'll want to tune in. Key Takeaways: - You can overcome tragedy by finding your purpose. - There can be an ugly re...

On this episode, the host, J. Nicole has an intimate conversation with special guest, Shirley Johnson around the topic of grief from a different vantage point. The host and the guest discuss how to progress forward when you are angry at God, how grieving looks in an older generation and the importance of family to get through tough times.  Key Takeaways: - Self-care will be essential during the gr...

On this episode, the host, J. Nicole has an intimate conversation with special guest, Adena Jay around the topic of grief in a marriage/relationship. The host and the guest open up candidly about their personal journey of handling grief when it becomes the third person in the relationship.  Key Takeaways: - How to show support to the "overlooked griever". - Learning how to balance a marr...

Often times we find ourselves wishing our loved ones were here in the physical so we could talk to them. On this episode, the host, J. Nicole introduces a new perspective on the possibilities of the relationship still existing. She shares her personal growth on the subject from doing the work with her grief therapist.  Key Takeaways: - Learning to breathe life into the intangible relationship. - S...

Why it is crucial to your healing to let your heartache outside of your mind and body are discussed in depth. J. Nicole goes into detail by first explaining the differences between grief and mourning. She pinpoints the value of understanding the need for both on your healing journey.  Key Takeaways: - Just because you're "going" does not mean you are "growing".  - In order...

J. Nicole introduces the concept of what a grief bully is. She invites the listeners to consider why they might not have been able to start the healing process. The discussion covers the expectations of the structure of the show and the segments. Topics such as the importance of mental health counseling and how it pertains to your grief journey are visited. The host makes a point to highlight the...