On this show Dr’s, Gloria and Heidi Horsley discuss with Eileen Lynch MSW the loss of both her husband and brother-in-law on September 11, 2001 in the Twin Towers. The second guest is Sallie Lynch Development Consultant for Tuesday’s Children, Sallie discusses the lessons learned regarding community healing and resilience. A Tuesday’s Children video clip is played.
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On this show Dr’s Gloria and Heidi Horsley are joined by Dana Lerner bereaved mother of Cooper Stock. Jackie Kern and Matt Vidmar a teacher & coach at the Calhoun school discuss honoring and remembering Cooper. A video is shown of friends and teachers honoring Cooper. The show closes with Sam Horn and Jackson Lundy, students at Calhoun, performing Never Alone, Lyrics and music by Sam Horn. Dedicated to the memory of Cooper Stock.
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On this show Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley discuss with Lilly Juliian bereaved parent/spouse and founder of COPE and her partner Jerry Winestock bereaved spouse about their book Grief Quest and their retreats and camps that have inspired thousands of individuals and families to find hope and healing. Jerry is also the author of Joy Ride. Dr’s Gloria and Heidi and then joined by Music therapist Stefan Benkowski. Stefan talks about the healing power of music and closes the show singing Morning Has Broken.
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Joining Dr’s. Gloria and Heidi Horsley on this show are Melissa Pettignano, singer and songwriter and her mother Evelyn whose aunt/sister Arlene was killed in the World Trade Center and Mary Fetchet who Co-founded Voices of September 11th in 2001 following the death of her son Brad on 9/11. A clinical social worker, Mary created a new paradigm in providing long-term services for victims’ families. A clip is shown produced by Voices of September 11th. Song by Melissa Dear Lord Jesus.
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On this show Dr’s Gloria and Heidi Horsley interview Sara Feldman Sheehan and her husband Bobby Sheehan producers and directors of Mortal the first documentary that addresses the shifting paradigm in how we view life and death. The second guest is Lilly Julian bereaved parent of Michelle and founder of COPE with the mission of helping families live with the loss of a child COPE sponsors support groups as well as Camp Erin. A video clip of Mortal is shown.
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On this show Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley discuss the impact of losing a sibling with Elizabeth Devita-Raeburn whose brother Ted, died of an immune disorder. She is the author of “The Empty Room: Losing a Brother or Sister At Any Age”. The second guest will be Molly Gandour a documentary Filmmaker and producer of the Academy Award-nominated documentary Gasland. A clip will be shown from her most recent documentary film “Peanut Gallery” based on the death of her fourteen year-old sister, Aimee to leukemia.
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On this show Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley interview Rachael Stephenson an advocate for honest and open discussions regarding grief. A clip is shown from Rachael’s Ted Talk Against Grieving in Silence. Their second guest is John Welshons author of Awakening From Grief; One Soul, One Love, One Heart and When Prayers Aren’t Answered.
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On this show Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley interview John Welshons counselor, teacher and lecturer. As a young child John contracted polio and faced death but had a miraculous recovery. He is the author of Awakening From Grief; One Soul, One Love, One Heart and When Prayers Aren’t Answered. Tribute is paid to deceased author and teacher Dr. Wayne Dyer. Dr. Dyer wrote the foreword to Awakening From Grief. A clip featuring Dr. Dyer is played.
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On this show Dr. Gloria Horsley and Alan Pedersen, Executive Director of The Compassionate Friends, interview Linda Shively, co-leader of the Santa Clara County, California chapter of The Compassionate Friends and parent of Jessica, on how laughter has helped her and others deal with their losses. The second guest is Rebecca Bara, owner of Vibe Yoga in Redwood City, California and bereaved sibling of Scott. Rebecca is the daughter of Dr. Gloria. Rebecca with the assistance of Grace Law demonstrates 8 physical yoga poses that calm the body, decrease stress, quiet the mind and sooth the spirit. Alan closes the […]
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On this Holiday show Dr. Gloria Horsley and her co-host Alan Pedersen, Executive Director of The Compassionate Friends discuss with Dale Dullabaun and Denise Petersen, bereaved parents of little Dale and Sean, the challenges of getting through the holidays after a loss. Tips and techniques are given to reduce holiday stress. Denise shows crafts that can be made to help remember those who have died. Alan closes the show with an original fun Christmas carol Happy Holidays.
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