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Jeanne Weaver: Death of A son in Military

Posted on February 23, 2017 - by admin

After her son, Todd, was killed, Jeanne turned to her God-given talent to help her learn how to navigate through her new state of being. Art was her vocation. She would now use it therapeutically. Jeanne created 21 oil paintings and later a book Losing Todd. A Mother’s Journey. http://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/opentohope.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/15064713/Jeanne-Weaver.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Melanie Warner: Topic-Defining Moments: Coping With The Loss of a Child

Posted on February 20, 2017 - by admin

Melanie Warner is an author and speaker for over 25 years. She is the founder of the new Defining Moments book series that offer positive stories of hope and inspiration from people who have overcome extreme challenges in life. In 2005, Warner lost her son, which inspired her to write this book as a resource for other parents who have experienced the loss of a child. Melanie@MyDefiningMoments.com or visit: www.mydefiningmoments.com http://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/opentohope.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/20130510/Melanie-Warner.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Tambre Leighn MA, CPC, PCC, Eli-Mp: From Grief To Growth

Posted on February 16, 2017 - by admin

Tambre Leighn, MA, PCC, ELI-MP, is a certified professional coach specializing in grief recovery and founder of WellBeyondOrdinary.com. After navigating the impacts of various kinds of losses in her own life, Tambre made it her mission to help others. Her approach to grief focuses on how to “grow through it, not just go through it” while honoring the loss. http://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/opentohope.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/06115829/Tambre-Leighn-.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Harriet Hodgson: Raising Grandchildren

Posted on February 9, 2017 - by admin

Harriet Hodgson has been a freelancer for 37 years and is the author of 35 books. In 2007 four family members, including her daughter (mother of her twin grandchildren, and the twin’s father) died. John and Harriet became the twin’s legal guardians and cared for the twins for seven years. http://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/opentohope.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/06112911/Harriet-Hodgson.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Allison Gilbert: Ways to Remember

Posted on February 2, 2017 - by admin

Allison Gilbert is the author of Passed and Present, Parentless Parents and Always Too Soon. She is also coeditor of Covering Catastrophe, the definitive historical record of how broadcast journalists covered 9/11. Allison’s work has been featured in The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Huffington Post, and on NPR, CNN, FOX, MSNBC, CBS, and ABC. http://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/opentohope.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/18141428/allison-gilbert.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Amy Sky: Healing Of Music

Posted on January 26, 2017 - by admin

Looking for music to heal? If so join singer songwriter Amy Sky as she and Dr. Heidi Horsley and Alan Pedersen, Executive Director of The Compassionate Friends, discuss with Amy “LIV ON,” a collaborative album with Olivia Newton-John, and Beth Nielsen Chapman. Listen in and be inspired by the power of music to heal. http://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/opentohope.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/17132811/Amy-Sky.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley: Bonding With Surviving Siblings

Posted on January 19, 2017 - by admin

What was your response to the deaths of Carrie Fisher and a day later her mother Debbie Reynolds’s? On this show Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley discuss Facebook posts and media that saw it as a positive for a mother to join her child in death. Reuniting comments can be disturbing and hurtful to surviving siblings. Join us for tips on nurturing bereaved siblings. http://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/opentohope.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/17132509/gloria-and-Heidi.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Sallie Lynch and Jim Giaccone: Losing A Sibling in a Terrorist attack

Posted on January 12, 2017 - by admin

Sallie Lynch is the Development Consultant for Tuesday’s Children an organization formed in response to September 11, 200l. Tuesday’s Children is an organization supporting families and communities impacted by terrorism and traumatic loss. Jim Giaccone whose brother, Joseph was killed on September 11th is a volunteer mentor for Tuesday’s Children. http://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/opentohope.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/04191716/Sallie-Lynch-and-Jim-Giaccone.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Karen Soltero: Sibling Loss

Posted on January 5, 2017 - by admin

Karen Soltero is a bereaved sibling, having lost her younger sister Wendy in 2000 during a random robbery attempt in Hollywood. Karen is an active participant in The Compassionate Friends, leading workshops nationally since 2007. She is also involved with the Brady Campaign for the Prevention of Gun Violence. http://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/opentohope.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/04191327/Karen-Soltero.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Randi Ragan: LIVING MINDFULLY

Posted on December 29, 2016 - by admin

Randi Ragan is a holistic wellbeing expert and green-living entrepreneur. She is the founder of Green Bliss Eco Spa and for more than twenty years, has led yoga and spiritual retreats. She is the author of A year of Living Mindfully. Her work strives to provide readers with ideas, tips, and inspiration for creating a mindful and sustainable life. http://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/opentohope.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/13140219/Randi-Ragan.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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