S2E6 Understanding the 'Traitor Within' Understanding the Stages of Grief and Finding Meaning in Loss with Jessica Anne Pressler

Healing F*cking Sucks

In this conversation, host Jackey Hall interviews Jessica Ann Pressler, a licensed clinical social worker and grief expert. They discuss the different aspects of grief and how it extends beyond the loss of a loved one. They also explore the concept of the 'traitor within' and how it can sabotage happiness and well-being. The conversation highlights the importance of self-awareness and seeking support from professionals to navigate the grieving process. In this conversation, Jessica Anne Pressler LCSW, and Jackey Hall discuss the process of grieving and how to support someone who is grieving. They emphasize the importance of finding a therapist who understands your specific needs and experiences, and the need to create a new normal after a loss. They also discuss the stages of grief, including denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance, and finding meaning. They highlight the importance of support systems and being kind to others, as well as the significance of listening and offering practical help to those who are grieving.

WHERE CAN I FIND JESSICA?

IG- https://www.instagram.com/jessicaannepressler/?igsh=MWw1N3Q3dDg1cTVnMw%3D%3D

LinkTree- https://linktr.ee/jessicaannepressler

TikTok- @jessicaannepressler

Here is a list of national websites and phone numbers for organizations that help people
grieve various types of losses, including the death of loved ones, pets, divorce, and
other life transitions:
1. National Grief Support Services (NGSS)
Phone: [phone]
Website: https://www.griefservices.org/
2. Grief Share
Phone: [phone]
Website: https://www.griefshare.org/
3. The Compassionate Friends (for bereaved parents, siblings, and grandparents)
Phone: [phone]
Website: https://www.compassionatefriends.org/
4. American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)
Phone: [phone]
Website: https://afsp.org/
5. Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) (for military loss)
Phone: [phone]
Website: https://www.taps.org/
6. The Dougy Center (for grieving children, teens, and families)
Phone: [phone]
Website: https://www.dougy.org/
7. National Alliance for Grieving Children
Phone: [phone]
Website: https://childrengrieve.org/
8. AARP Grief and Loss Resources (for older adults)
Phone: [phone]
Website: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/grief-loss/
9. National Widowers' Organization
Phone: [phone]
Website: https://nationalwidowers.org/
10. Hospice Foundation of America
Phone: [phone] Website: https://hospicefoundation.org/
11. The Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB)

Phone: [phone]
Website: https://www.aplb.org/
12. DivorceCare
Phone: [phone]
Website: https://www.divorcecare.org/
13. The National Institute for Trauma and Loss in Children (TLC)
Phone: [phone]
Website: https://www.starr.org/training/tlc
14. The Grief Recovery Method
Phone: [phone]
Website: https://www.griefrecoverymethod.com/
15. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine (for mental health
resources)
Phone: [phone]
Website: https://www.nami.org/help
16. Grief.com (David Kessler)
Website: https://grief.com/
17. What's Your Grief?
Website: https://whatsyourgrief.com/
18. The Grief Toolbox
Website: https://thegrieftoolbox.com/
19. Grief Healing
Website: https://www.griefhealingblog.com/
20. Modern Loss
Website: https://modernloss.com/
21. Jessicaannepressler.com (8 blogs on grief)

These websites and organizations provide a wide range of resources, including articles,
blogs, online communities, support groups, and educational materials. They also offer
information on finding local support services, such as grief counseling and therapy.