Best Eleanor Haley Podcasts (2024)

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Grief Groups: Your Honest Insights 50:39

4h ago50:39

50:39

In this episode, we dive into the results of our recent survey, where over 500 of you shared your thoughts on finding and participating in grief groups. From the challenges of connecting with the right group to the value of group support, we explore what makes grief groups work—and where they sometimes fall short. Visit whatsyourgrief.com for hundr…

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Grief Groups: Your Honest Insights 50:39

2h ago50:39

50:39

In this episode, we dive into the results of our recent survey, where over 500 of you shared your thoughts on finding and participating in grief groups. From the challenges of connecting with the right group to the value of group support, we explore what makes grief groups work—and where they sometimes fall short. Visit whatsyourgrief.com for hundr…

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Is There a Right Way to Grieve? 47:14

6d ago47:14

47:14

In this episode we talk about a common social media quip - "there is no right way to grieve". For those of us who look back on some of our grief coping as not the healthiest, that statement can feel both true and untrue. We share our thoughts and talk about Charles Corr's 2023 Omega article, "Is it True That “There are no Right or Wrong Ways to Gri…

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Is There a Right Way to Grieve? 47:14

6d ago47:14

47:14

In this episode we talk about a common social media quip - "there is no right way to grieve". For those of us who look back on some of our grief coping as not the healthiest, that statement can feel both true and untrue. We share our thoughts and talk about Charles Corr's 2023 Omega article, "Is it True That “There are no Right or Wrong Ways to Gri…

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Grief Ritual for the Reluctant 43:37

27d ago43:37

43:37

In this episode, we explore the research surrounding grief and ritual, challenging the idea that rituals are always what you might imagine. For those who shy away from traditional ceremonies, we discuss how rituals can be deeply personal, flexible, and self-created to reflect the individual needs of the griever. We talk about how rituals can provid…

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Grief Ritual for the Reluctant 43:37

25d ago43:37

43:37

In this episode, we explore the research surrounding grief and ritual, challenging the idea that rituals are always what you might imagine. For those who shy away from traditional ceremonies, we discuss how rituals can be deeply personal, flexible, and self-created to reflect the individual needs of the griever. We talk about how rituals can provid…

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Grieving Through the Lens of Attachment 52:26

1M ago52:26

52:26

In this episode, we provide a quick introduction to attachment theory and explore how attachment styles can influence the way we grieve. From how we receive support to how we maintain continued bonds, our attachment style can have a greater impact than we might realize Visit whatsyourgrief.com for hundreds of free articles we've written about all t…

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Grieving Through the Lens of Attachment 52:26

1M ago52:26

52:26

In this episode, we provide a quick introduction to attachment theory and explore how attachment styles can influence the way we grieve. From how we receive support to how we maintain continued bonds, our attachment style can have a greater impact than we might realize Visit whatsyourgrief.com for hundreds of free articles we've written about all t…

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What's Your Grief Question: How Important is Grief Journaling? 33:19

2M ago33:19

33:19

In this episode we answer a question from a listener who has always been a journaler, but doesn't feel interested or able to journal about grief. We also talk about the risks of comparison in grief and coping. Visit whatsyourgrief.com for hundreds of free articles we've written about all things grief and loss. If you like the podcast, we think you'…

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What's Your Grief Question: How Important is Grief Journaling? 33:19

2M ago33:19

33:19

In this episode we answer a question from a listener who has always been a journaler, but doesn't feel interested or able to journal about grief. We also talk about the risks of comparison in grief and coping. Visit whatsyourgrief.com for hundreds of free articles we've written about all things grief and loss. If you like the podcast, we think you'…

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Between Presence and Absence: A Conversation on Ambiguous Grief 43:06

2M ago43:06

43:06

Today we're revisiting ambiguous grief (aka grieving someone who is still alive). This can happen for so many reasons, ranging from addictions and dementia to divorce, incarceration, the foster system, and countless others. We're talking about what ambiguous grief is, why it is particularly challenging, and a few ideas for coping. Visit whatsyourgr…

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Between Presence and Absence: A Conversation on Ambiguous Grief 43:06

2M ago43:06

43:06

Today we're revisiting ambiguous grief (aka grieving someone who is still alive). This can happen for so many reasons, ranging from addictions and dementia to divorce, incarceration, the foster system, and countless others. We're talking about what ambiguous grief is, why it is particularly challenging, and a few ideas for coping. Visit whatsyourgr…

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Grief Grown Up: The Adult Impact of Childhood Bereavement 48:36

2M ago48:36

48:36

There are a lot of resources out there about childhood bereavement, but many leave off at the end of childhood. In this episode, we tackle some of the ways childhood losses leave imprints well into adulthood. Visit whatsyourgrief.com for hundreds of free articles we've written about all things grief and loss. If you like the podcast, we think you'l…

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Grief Grown Up: The Adult Impact of Childhood Bereavement 48:36

2M ago48:36

48:36

There are a lot of resources out there about childhood bereavement, but many leave off at the end of childhood. In this episode, we tackle some of the ways childhood losses leave imprints well into adulthood. Visit whatsyourgrief.com for hundreds of free articles we've written about all things grief and loss. If you like the podcast, we think you'l…

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Sadness Without Shame 32:36

3M ago32:36

32:36

In this episode we responde to a listener question about managing the shame that often comes with continuing to feel sadness as the months and years pass. Plus, some chat on childhood bereavement, grief and video games, and creativity at funerals. If you like the podcast, you'll love WYG Grief Support Hub (it's our griever member community - think …

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Sadness Without Shame 32:36

3M ago32:36

32:36

In this episode we responde to a listener question about managing the shame that often comes with continuing to feel sadness as the months and years pass. Plus, some chat on childhood bereavement, grief and video games, and creativity at funerals. If you like the podcast, you'll love WYG Grief Support Hub (it's our griever member community - think …

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Grief Across the Multiverse 39:09

3M ago39:09

39:09

We've been on a summer break, but we'll be back soon with our regular schedule. In the meantime, we're here to discuss one of our favorite topics—grief in television and films. Specifically, we explore the multiverse, which has appearing frequently in recent media and often intersects with grief. From Wandavision to Dark Matter, we'll delve into wh…

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Grief Across the Multiverse 39:09

3M ago39:09

39:09

We've been on a summer break, but we'll be back soon with our regular schedule. In the meantime, we're here to discuss one of our favorite topics—grief in television and films. Specifically, we explore the multiverse, which has appearing frequently in recent media and often intersects with grief. From Wandavision to Dark Matter, we'll delve into wh…

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Grief and Getting Sober 43:08

5M ago43:08

43:08

Grief can prompt many people to stop using substances when that use gets unmanageable. Though it is often an important and healthy decision, giving up alcohol or another substance brings its own set of new struggles and losses. Eleanor shares her personal experience with managing grief in and from sobriety. Eleanor's article: Grief and Sobriety: Di…

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Grief and Getting Sober 43:08

5M ago43:08

43:08

Grief can prompt many people to stop using substances when that use gets unmanageable. Though it is often an important and healthy decision, giving up alcohol or another substance brings its own set of new struggles and losses. Eleanor shares her personal experience with managing grief in and from sobriety. Eleanor's article: Grief and Sobriety: Di…

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Exploring the Grief of Estrangement 35:11

5M ago35:11

35:11

In this episode we dive into a topic that is estimated to impact as many as 1 in 4 families in the US: the grief of estrangement. Join us as we unpack the rollercoaster of emotions that come with feeling disconnected from loved ones, whether it's family or friends. Estrangements happen for countless reasons, but they can be especially prevalent aft…

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Exploring the Grief of Estrangement 35:11

5M ago35:11

35:11

In this episode we dive into a topic that is estimated to impact as many as 1 in 4 families in the US: the grief of estrangement. Join us as we unpack the rollercoaster of emotions that come with feeling disconnected from loved ones, whether it's family or friends. Estrangements happen for countless reasons, but they can be especially prevalent aft…

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The Grief of Overdose and Substance-Related Deaths 51:28

5M ago51:28

51:28

Back in 2014 - approaching 10 years ago - we recorded an episode on overdose grief (you can listen to it here if you missed it). We have lost people to addiction so this was (and is) a topic near and dear. But there are some significant ways the landscape of addiction and substance related death has changed in the last decade. Some of those changes…

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The Grief of Overdose and Substance-Related Deaths 51:28

5M ago51:28

51:28

Back in 2014 - approaching 10 years ago - we recorded an episode on overdose grief (you can listen to it here if you missed it). We have lost people to addiction so this was (and is) a topic near and dear. But there are some significant ways the landscape of addiction and substance related death has changed in the last decade. Some of those changes…

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Pet Loss: The Complexities of Saying Goodbye to Our Animals 44:21

6M ago44:21

44:21

Losing a pet (and grieving pet) is a profound and often overlooked form of disenfranchised grief. In this episode, we delve into the complexities of why pet loss holds such significance. Beyond the surface, there are layers of emotion and impact that don't always get talked about. We'll share our own experiences saying farewell to furry companions,…

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Pet Loss: The Complexities of Saying Goodbye to Our Animals 44:21

6M ago44:21

44:21

Losing a pet (and grieving pet) is a profound and often overlooked form of disenfranchised grief. In this episode, we delve into the complexities of why pet loss holds such significance. Beyond the surface, there are layers of emotion and impact that don't always get talked about. We'll share our own experiences saying farewell to furry companions,…

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Navigating Grief with Self-Compassion 47:59

6M ago47:59

47:59

Self-compassion can be tough to come by in grief. We compare ourselves to who we were, who we want to be, to others grieving, to how we think grief "should be", and on and on. In this episode, we talk about the challenges of practicing self-compassion, what self-compassion is (and isn't) and some tools for navigating grief with self compassion. We …

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Navigating Grief with Self-Compassion 47:59

6M ago47:59

47:59

Self-compassion can be tough to come by in grief. We compare ourselves to who we were, who we want to be, to others grieving, to how we think grief "should be", and on and on. In this episode, we talk about the challenges of practicing self-compassion, what self-compassion is (and isn't) and some tools for navigating grief with self compassion. We …

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The Practicalities of Handling Grief Triggers 44:05

6M ago44:05

44:05

In this episode, we dive deep into the practical challenges of handling grief triggers. Join us as we share both our professional advice and personal stories on navigating grief's everyday trigger —from anniversaries and special places to unexpected everyday moments. We'll discuss strategies for managing emotions at work, during social gatherings, …

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The Practicalities of Handling Grief Triggers 44:05

6M ago44:05

44:05

In this episode, we dive deep into the practical challenges of handling grief triggers. Join us as we share both our professional advice and personal stories on navigating grief's everyday trigger —from anniversaries and special places to unexpected everyday moments. We'll discuss strategies for managing emotions at work, during social gatherings, …

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The Confusion of Grieving Without Tears 41:01

7M ago41:01

41:01

There are many complicated and unexpected grief experiences. One that comes up time and again is why sometimes we expect to cry and . . . don't. It's more common than you'd think and in this episode we're chatting about why. If you like the podcast, you'll love WYG Grief Support Hub (it's our griever member community - think of it as our Patreon, b…

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The Confusion of Grieving Without Tears 41:01

7M ago41:01

41:01

There are many complicated and unexpected grief experiences. One that comes up time and again is why sometimes we expect to cry and . . . don't. It's more common than you'd think and in this episode we're chatting about why. If you like the podcast, you'll love WYG Grief Support Hub (it's our griever member community - think of it as our Patreon, b…

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Grieving When the Relationship was Complicated 42:00

7M ago42:00

42:00

People are complicated. Human relationships are complicated. There are many people in our lives with whom we have love-hate relationships with. We don't just grieve when the people we have positive relationships die. We can also grieve people who harmed us, caused us pain, and were abusive. There are many reasons why grieving these people can bring…

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