The Lessons from Loss Podcast

In this episode I chat with Simon Ferrar about his natural burial ground and nature reserve in Surrey.   We cover the beauty of caring for our dead in a way that also cares and protects our environment for generations to come, and Simon shares some beautifully rich stories of the people he has served, and the impact of bringing back ritual, choice and individuality into the way we honour and say g...

In conversation with Celia Griver of Blossom Hypnotherapy about the impact of losing her mum to cancer when she was just 9 years old, and how some of that loss is only just becoming apparent now.   We talk about seeing life through our lenses of loss, and how it feels to be seen by others through their lenses of loss.   Celia is a clinical hypnotherapist helping people find new and different ways...

Jen Le Marinel and I chat about what she lost when she deliberately walked away from high flying corporate life for a far simpler life.   And what she learned walking solo from Lands End to John O'Groats, spending time with the San bushmen in the Kalahari and immersing herself in nature.  Using all that wisdom and lived experience Jen now helps other women to reconnect with who they are at her wil...

In this episode I chat with Janet Smith-Harrison who lost her mum suddenly at the age of 18 sending ripples reverberating out.   As life settled once again into a humdrum of happiness Janet then lost her voice at a time she needed it the most.  We talk about the struggle of families and the surviving parent when one parent dies,  the isolation and frustration of losing your voice, and the need to...

I chat with Emma Goodman about the passing of her parents, how she honours their memory and the lessons she learned from them.   A conversation about simple grief and loss in the natural order of life.  Emma is a Personal Trainer and Exercise Specialist in Women's Health - pre and post natal and menopause.   To find out more about Emma's work you can find her at https://www.emmafitness.co.uk/about...

In this episode I chat with Marie DeBont-Booth about the sudden death of her brother, the ripples of shock that reverberated through the family and how she found exercising to deal with the grief.  This led her into multiple marathon running and more recently slowing and easing into pilates.   We talk about running, cake, finding support and getting through the next sixty seconds.    Music by Jami...

I chat with Genny Jones about the very recent passing of her much loved Mum.  Genny bravely shares the lessons learned in these very early days, about gratitude, about being ok to not be ok, about getting your house in order, resilience and much more.   Genny, aka Confident Queen, is passionate about the benefits of laughter and smiling on our wellbeing, the UK Laughter Champion 2022, a former Bri...

In this episode Liz Almond shares her experience of multiple losses, all very different, and the cumulative impact they had on her.   We talk about loneliness, developing beneficial emotional hygiene habits, ways in which we might support people in need in different, kinder ways and the Balance Procedure.   If you'd like to find out more about Liz's work you can find her at Insightful Minds https:...

In this episode Katy explains about the bi-directional nature of hair loss.  The psychological impact of losing our hair and how loss and other trauma can spark off hair loss. She shares how seeing a trichologist can help on many different levels, from emotional support to identifying what has caused the hair loss.  Katy runs a mobile hair studio in Kent alongside her trichology expertise, and has...

Jude Hill shares her experiences of losing her young son to cancer when she was just 24, and then losing both her parents in quick succession afterwards.   She talks about how for years she went through the motions of getting on with life but wasn't really dealing with the grief.   The turning point came when she discovered energy work and the power of clearing unhelpful stuck emotion and energy. ...

Endurance runner Paul Mason shares the insight gained from running 500 miles in one continuous effort to raise funds and awareness for research into Liver Cancer following the death of his running friend Mark.   Hearing Mark's words of wisdom about how he dealt with his illness, helped Paul push his mind and body to new limits.  We also talk about the four sets - mind, heart, health and soul; the...

Emma Lewis shares her experiences of loss of health and identity as she progressed through the menopause and beyond.  An episode for everyone to listen to regardless of gender to help understand what half the human population are likely to experience to some degree.  Now thriving Emma is excited about the next chapter in her life with her new found wisdom and knowledge about herself.  https://www....

I chat with award winning Angelic Reiki Master Theodora Izzard about how developing a spiritual practice when she found herself in a dark place following the death of her father ultimately led her to shedding over 8 stone of both physical (and emotional) weight and taking her life in a new and different direction.   https://www.theodorafizzard.com/ https://www.jfarrellmusic.com/ https://www.re-eme...

I chat with Nichola Hayler of My Sacred Space about overcoming the crippling fear of loss and the importance of creating safe therapeutic spaces to let go and heal.    https://www.facebook.com/createmysacredspace https://www.jfarrellmusic.com/  

I chat with Mike Palmer, one of Three Dads Walking, who I shared a few miles with last year when the walk between their homes passed my local area.   Mike shares the experience of losing his daughter Beth to suicide, the camerarderie of the walk, and about educating ourselves about suicide, particularly with young people, and how to help. Hopeline UK - 0800 0684141 https://www.papyrus-uk.org/ http...

I chat with Martha Johnson who lost her husband very suddenly at home.  We talk about what she learned from his passing but also from his life, and how she has moved forward with a new relationship to find happiness in a different way.  https://www.jfarrell.com https://www.re-emerging.com

I chat with Kath Allen about losing identity as she changed careers and about defining success.  We cover the grief and sadness of working in ecology and how community and the collective power of small actions can help.  We talk about boundaries and getting the foundations of self care in place to find flow. https://uk.linkedin.com/in/kath-allen-phd-139b8539 https://www.facebook.com/groups/togethe...

Episode 18 - I chat with Andrew Coveney about the estrangement from his son, taking responsibility and accepting loss as part of the human experience. https://www.jfarrellmusic.com/

I chat with Johanna Rhys-Davies about the shame and loss of amicably walking away from her marriage and being within days of losing her home as the country went into lockdown.   We cover kindness, vulnerability and the narrative around success.   Music by Jamie Farrell https://www.jfarrellmusic.com/

I chat with Fran Mills about the wisdom she gained whilst healing from the loss of her childhood due to sexual abuse.  We talk about shame, rucksacks, stars aligning and speaking out. Swim with the Bluetits - https://thebluetits.co/ Music by Jamie Farrell  - https://www.jfarrellmusic.com/

I chat with Lynda McIver who found great comfort and guidance in spirituality and hypnotherapy following the loss of her sister in a terror attack.  She is now working towards sharing these approaches with others to help relieve the pain of loss. https://www.jfarrellmusic.com/

I chat with Louise about the loss of her health, living with chronic pain and the lessons she learned about compassion, moderation and self care. https://www.jfarrellmusic.com/

I chat with Nushin Elahi of Reframe Coaching about the loss of many existing anchors in her life when her Mum's health deteriorated and how having the courage to say yes to overcome her fear of flying took her down or rather up an unexpected path to empowerment https://www.facebook.com/reframecoaching https://re-frame.coach/ https://fun2fly.blog/ https://www.jfarrellmusic.com/  

I chat to Claire Farrell about my own experience of being widowed young, living life to the full, regrets, forgiveness and lots more.   https://www.jfarrellmusic.com/

I chat with Caitlin Limmer who was given just 40 mins to live in 2004 and lives today knowing she is only ever one blood test away from needing a transplant.  She approaches life with an abundance of positivity and energy and is a driving force within her local community, believing that everybody has something to offer. https://caitlinlimmer.co.uk/ https://mdspatientsupport.org.uk/ https://www.jfa...