Episode 27: Navigating Sudden Cardiac Death, Systemic Reorganization & Early Grief with Jamie Casley
What happens when the life you knew is suddenly gone, and the only way forward is to begin discovering who you are right now in this very moment?
In Episode 27 of Beyond the Loss, I sit down with Jamie Casley, a high school teacher and literacy specialist from New Zealand. In August of 2023, Jamie’s world changed forever when her 18-year-old daughter, Lily, collapsed and died unexpectedly from an undiagnosed electrical heart condition.
The High-Functioning Griever: Why “Being Strong” Is Exhausting
What happens when the survival patterns that helped you through the loss of your child no longer serve you? In Season 3, Episode 26 of Beyond the Loss, Sharon L. Spano explores survival, high-functioning grief, and the ways we learn to keep going after profound loss.
Navigating Pregnancy Loss, Spousal Grief Styles & Thanatology with Gwen Kapcia
How do we truly help someone who is grieving? In Episode 25 of Beyond the Loss, Sharon L. Spano, PhD, talks with Gwen Kapcia about pregnancy loss, spousal grief styles, bereavement, and the practical ways we can support people through grief.
When a Date Changes Everything: Public Tragedies, Private Loss & Body Memory
Some dates carry more than memories. In Episode 24 of Beyond the Loss, Dr. Sharon L. Spano explores child loss, grief anniversaries, and what it means to live with the dates that hurt.
Holding Joy and Grief in the Long After (Special Compilation)
What if changing who you are after loss isn't a problem to fix, but something to understand? In this special "Best Of" compilation edition, I bring together core insights from our most powerful past conversations. Featuring guest perspectives from Kelly Edmondson, Dr....
Supporting Grievers After the Funeral: The Timely Presence with Kelly Edmondson
When the immediate support after a child’s death fades, bereaved parents are often left navigating a changed world alone. Kelly Edmondson shares her journey of losing her son, Darius, and the importance of remembering, intentional presence, and finding ways to walk forward without leaving our children behind.
“I Don’t Fit In Anymore”: Feeling Like a Stranger After Child Loss
After losing a child, you may still show up in familiar rooms—but feel like a completely different person inside. Explore why grief can change belonging, relationships, and the way you experience everyday life.
The Hidden Side of Parental Grief: Debunking the 5 Stages of Loss
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Grief Leadership: How Loss Shapes Leaders, Teams, and Families with Mindy Corporon
What happens when grief shows up at work? Mindy Corporon shares her story of devastating loss and explains why leaders need presence, compassion, and practical tools to support grieving employees.