Lisa Chase McFarland + Carol Banens

The Grief Gurus

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The Grief Gurus Healing Community is a virtual space for women who are carrying grief—whether it’s recent or something that’s been with you for a long time. You don’t have to have the right words. You don’t have to share your story. You don’t have to be in a certain place. You can simply come and listen. Most people move through grief quietly, trying to make sense of it on their own. This space offers something different—a place to be around others who understand, without needing to explain. Everything inside the community is optional. You can engage as much or as little as you want, at your...

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Lisa Chase McFarland + Carol Banens

Episodes

Doing Hard Things Easily 17.11.2021 11:53

Have you ever been anxious about doing something and afterward thought it wasn't so bad? Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland : https://l...

Monster Syndrome 16.11.2021 10:45

Ever feel like someone is just a "bad apple?" Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland : https://lisamcfarland.com/ Carol Banens: https:...

Common Humanity 15.11.2021 6:30

Does anything beat a full on extended early morning yawn? Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland : https://lisamcfarland.com/ Carol Banens: http...

Trick or Treat 12.11.2021 8:43

What would Epictetus think about Halloween? Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland : https://lisamcfarland.com/ Carol Banens: https://carolbanen...

Non-Attachment in Action 11.11.2021 8:25

What can turning our clocks back for Daylight Savings Time teach us about how well we practice non-atttachment? Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McF...

Non-Attachment 10.11.2021 9:44

Easier said than done, but it is a practice worthy of consideration. Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland : https://lisamcfarland.com/ Carol B...

Overcomer 09.11.2021 9:45

How losing my keys helped me feel like an overcomer! Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland : https://lisamcfarland.com/ Carol Banens: https://c...

Making Our Own Rules 08.11.2021 8:03

What in the world does golf have to do with grieving? Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland : https://lisamcfarland.com/ Carol Banens: https://...

Progress 05.11.2021 8:26

How running in to an old acquaintance illuminated how far I have come in feeling comfortable sharing my losses. Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McF...

The Withhold 04.11.2021 10:48

Why are we so comfortable sharing misery, but withhold our enthusiasm when miracles appear? Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland : https://lis...

You're Missing From Me 03.11.2021 6:48

Breaking down the difference between saying "I miss you" and "You're missing from me." Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McF...

Telling the Truth About Grief 02.11.2021 7:06

What unexpected outcomes arise when we get real about our grief? Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland : https://lisamcfarland.com/ Carol Banen...

Priorities 01.11.2021 5:03

On a distance run, would you prefer your music work or that you have the right snacks? Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland : https://lisamcfa...

I'm Sorry 29.10.2021 7:19

Why is that we routinely apologize for showing grief and what can we do about it? Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland : https://lisamcfarland...

Share the Wealth 28.10.2021 4:40

Here's a creative way for business owners to share the fruits of company labor. Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland : https://lisamcfarl...

Life Insurance 27.10.2021 4:09

It's easier than ever to apply, but you might want to know what to expect! Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland : https://lisamcfarland.c...

The Celery Test 25.10.2021 5:56

How can understanding our core beliefs simplify decision making in personal and work environments? Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland : http...

Chameleons & Donkeys 23.10.2021 6:54

What do chameleons and donkeys have in common, and how can we apply what we have learned to become more authentic? Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa...

Let That Shit Go 21.10.2021 8:13

How a poster of the Buddha recently reminded me to value content over form. Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland : https://lisamcfarland.com/...

Grief PSA Series #6: Mark these important dates 20.10.2021 5:13

A reminder to note some dates in your calendar, that will help you stay present to your loved one who is in grief. Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa...

Grief PSA Series #5 Discussion our Loved Ones 18.10.2021 5:06

The fifth episode in the series, we look at the need many of us have to talk about our loved one that died, even if years have passed. Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.c...

Grief PSA Series #4 There is no right thing to say 15.10.2021 6:13

The fourth episode in this series, we explore the challenge of how to approach someone we know who is grieving, and also how we might handle communication when we are the ones grieving. Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagra...

PSA Grief Series #3 Welcoming grief without welcoming the loss itself 14.10.2021 5:22

The third episode in this series, considers the distinction between grief process from the loss itself. Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GriefGurus/ Lisa McFarland :...

Public Service Announcement Grief Series #2 It never goes away 12.10.2021 5:00

The second episode in this series, we discuss the fact that when someone dies the pain never really goes away and how to approach someone you love who is grieving. Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Face...

Public Service Announcement Grief Series #1 Time Does Not Heal All Wounds 11.10.2021 4:39

The first of a series of PSA's to help inform others how to support loved ones in grief, this episode debunks the myth that time heals all wounds. Show Notes + Resources: Grief Gurus Healing Community : www.thegriefgurus.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@GriefGurus Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegriefgurus Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/griefgurus/ Facebook : https...