Episode 39

39 - Good Grief

39 – Good Grief

We’re going to talk about how to cope with loss and grief. It’s important to understand that everyone experiences loss differently, and there’s no structured timetable for when you’ll “get over it.” Some healthy ways to cope include finding a ritual to mark the end of whatever you’ve lost, adopting healthy habits, and seeking counseling or advice from those around you. So, whether it’s the end of a job, a relationship, or something else, it’s important to take care of yourself and find healthy ways to move forward.

Links

https://startwithsmallsteps.com/?p=2654

https://www.usurnsonline.com/grief-loss/mourning-a-death/

https://www.wikihow.com/Mourn

https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2020/04/learning-how-to-mourn-during-a-pandemic/

Jill’s Links


https://www.buymeacoffee.com/startwithsmallsteps

Twitter startwithsmallsteps

Email the podcast at jill@startwithsmallsteps.com

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Jill McKinley

I’m Jill from the Northwoods. Professionally, I work in Health IT, where I untangle complex systems and help people use technology more effectively. But at heart, I’m a curious lifelong learner—always exploring how things work, why people grow the way they do, and how even the smallest steps can spark real transformation. That curiosity fuels everything I do, from problem-solving at work to sharing insights through my creative projects.

My journey wasn’t always easy. Growing up, I faced a rough childhood, and books became my lifeline. They introduced me to voices of ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and the natural world around me. Those pages taught me resilience, gave me perspective, and helped me see that wisdom is everywhere—waiting to be noticed, gathered, and shared.