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SubscribeAre you feeling judgment and criticism after a substance involved loss? Join Dr’s Gloria Horsley and her daughter Rebecca Bara and their guest Brenda Daly, social worker, grief expert and bereaved parent. Brenda is the author of I Got Up: A Mother’s Story of Grief, Resilience, and Unending Love based on the death of her son Kevin.
Read MoreCarolann Iadarola received a BA in Media Communications and an M.Ed. in Instructional Technologies. She is the Creative Director and President of Sassy Townhouse Living, a lifestyle website collaborating with companies across the globe. Carolann is the creator and host of a YouTube channel called Ethereal Encounters Unveiled, where she collaborates with and interviews a wide range of authors and topics. She is also a member of and contributes live stream shows weekly to the United Public Radio Network And UFO Paranormal Radio Network – 105.3 on the Gulf Coast and 107.7 FM in New Orleans.
Read MoreThe Lessons of Grief Grief is ugly. It is raw, relentless, and merciless. It does not come gently or leave quietly. Grief stormed into my life like a natural disaster, shattering everything I once knew and leaving me with a version of myself I no longer recognize. It did not ask for permission and knew no boundaries. Grief is powerful and invades my entire body. It gives pain a new definition. Grief makes me cry until I am tearless and gasping to breathe. Until every muscle in my body aches from the sobbing, and I feel hollow. The emptiness it […]
Read MoreHonoring Sibling Loss The discussion centers on the deep pain and continuing impact of losing a sibling. The conversation gathers heartfelt stories, personal reflections, and practical advice from those who have experienced such a loss. The dialogue touches on the challenges of grief, how sibling loss shapes personal identity, and ways to remember those who have passed. The speakers share how these losses have altered the course of their lives and offer inspiration for others dealing with similar emotions. Sharing Personal Journeys Several individuals recount their experiences with sibling loss. Among the speakers is a host who is a doctor, […]
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