Grief doesn't run on anyone else's timeline, and rebuilding trust in yourself after loss is less about one big breakthrough than learning to hear your own inner voice again, then actually acting on it. "I was carrying the grief about my mom around with me like a backpack for like 20 years... it was part of my identity, and I had to unpack that." — Lori Karsch That inner voice mattered in practice, not just in theory. Lori was engaged to another man when her mother lay dying, and everyone in her life, including her own mother, told her the marriage was a mistake. Her gut agreed. She called it off. She met her husband a year later, and they've now been married 25 years. In this conversation, Lori and Philippa talk about what it actually looks like to rebuild self-trust after losing your mother young and growing up in a chaotic, sometimes violent home: the slow work of setting boundaries, unlearning people-pleasing, and telling the difference between grief for a death and grief for a version of yourself you thought you'd become. They also get into why "you should be over it by now" is one of the most damaging things you can say to someone grieving, and why healing doesn't mean loving the person you lost any less.  Lori Karsch is a bestselling memoir author, speaker, mentor and certified counselor with a graduate degree in school counseling. She helps women reconnect with themselves after grief, emotional hardship and major life transitions. Her memoir, Torn Wide Open, charts her path from losing her mother young to reclaiming her inner voice and trust in herself. She's now developing New Perspective Retreats for women navigating major life transitions. Connect with Lori Karsch: 🌐 https://www.lorikarsch.com 📖 Torn Wide Open (book): https://a.co/d/07dOKHGA 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/loribkarsch 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loribkarsch

Ryan Olson from Olson Funeral Homes offers essential advice on finding support during times of grief. Explore valuable resources and insights.

HelloNation's article reveals how designating a trusted person can significantly alleviate grief-induced stress, aiding in emotional recovery for families.

Grief is more than sadness — it is a neurological, emotional, and spiritual recalibration. In this episode of Walk In Victory, NaRon Tillman sits down with Sylvia Wolfer, grief support specialist and emotional resilience guide, to explore how individuals can process grief, navigate loss, and rebuild identity after life-altering transitions. This conversation moves beyond clichés about “moving on” and examines what happens in the brain and nervous system during grief. From the death of a loved one to divorce, career shifts, and identity disruption, unresolved loss affects clarity, leadership, and emotional regulation.  Together, they discuss: - The psychology and neuroscience of grief - How loss impacts the nervous system - Healthy grieving vs. emotional suppression - Rebuilding identity after major transitions - Practical tools for emotional resilience Whether you are navigating personal loss, leading through change, or rebuilding after disruption, this episode offers grounded insight and practical structure. Grief is not weakness. It is unprocessed transition.  🤝 Connect with Sylvia Wolfer Website:  https://sylviawolfer.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylviawolfer/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_sylvia_wolfer_grief_support/

VITAS Healthcare is providing a free and confidential helpline for those experiencing grief this Father's Day, offering support from trained hospice specialists.

Unlikely Collaborators has awarded a two-year grant to Dougy Center, enhancing support for grieving children and families through innovative programs and peer support initiatives.

National Water Safety Month is a crucial reminder for parents to prioritize their children's safety around water. Learn life-saving tips and strategies.

As Valentine's Day approaches, VITAS Healthcare launches a helpline in Florida to support those experiencing grief and loss, offering free guidance from specialists.

Chapters Health System unveils a unified branding for its grief support camps, now named Camp Brave Heart, aiming to better serve children in need.

Discover how Project Unbroken is turning grief into resilience with its innovative 'Beauty of Broken' campaign, supporting families after suicide loss.

The new picture book, 'Goodbye Means Nothing,' supports children who lost parents to suicide, aiming to aid their grief process. This groundbreaking work is essential for understanding grief in today's society.

Join us in New York City on October 16, 2025, for the 20th Annual Night of Hope Gala. Your support helps grieving children heal from the loss of parents due to suicide or overdose.

GriefShare's new digital resources enable international churches to access grief support easily and affordably, expanding their outreach.

Henry Peter Swanson's new book offers guidance for caregivers navigating grief, bridging the gap between life and death discussions with empathy.

Duke University and the Feinglos Fund launch an innovative grief support program for cancer patients, families, and healthcare teams, addressing crucial emotional needs.