The Life & Loss Podcast

This episode explores how anger manifests in grief, with counselor Victoria discussing behavioral signs like aggression and withdrawal, and strategies for healthy coping.

This episode explores the emotional impact of terminal illness, featuring clinical psychologist Melissa Girling discussing common responses to diagnosis and support strategies for patients and families.

This episode explores how grief impacts sleep patterns, featuring insights from counselor Ben Davies on common sleep disturbances during the grieving process.

This episode features an interview with Hannah O'Hare, Chief Executive of Forest Home Hospice Charity, discussing her unexpected career path into charity work and her journey to leadership in the hospice sector.

This episode explores how Mary Beven used poetry and writing to process grief after her husband's terminal diagnosis and death, highlighting creative expression as a tool for navigating loss.

This episode features wills and probate solicitor Kerry Hay discussing the importance of creating a will, explaining inheritance tax basics, and answering common questions about estate planning in the UK.

This episode explores the physical symptoms of grief, such as headaches and body tension, with bereavement counsellor Dania, offering insights and support for those experiencing loss.

This episode explores how practices like talking, running, and mindfulness meditation can help process emotions and build resilience during life's challenges.

Gary shares personal memories of his humorous and supportive grandfather and discusses the moment of his death in hospice care.

This episode features an interview with Marbelice about her experience living with stage four neuroendocrine cancer, including her diagnosis shortly before her husband's death and how she manages the challenges of an incurable illness.

Annabella shares her experience caring for her husband Danny who has motor neurone disease, discussing the disease's progression and the challenges of supporting a loved one through illness.

This episode features Debbie discussing her experiences with multiple losses, including friends and family members diagnosed with cancer, and how she navigates compounded grief over 19 years.

This episode features an interview with hospice nurses Carmel and Tina, discussing their experiences, motivations, and the compassionate nature of end-of-life care.

This episode features an interview with Danny Fudge-Harman, who shares his personal journey of living with MND (Motor Neurone Disease) and discusses his advocacy work, mindset, and experiences before and after diagnosis.

Jenny shares her journey of coping with her father's cancer diagnosis and death, finding strength through her wedding and purpose in hospice volunteering.

This episode explores how mindfulness can help individuals face and process grief by being present with difficult emotions rather than avoiding them.

This episode explores how grief can trigger family conflicts after a death, featuring insights from a psychotherapist on why tensions arise and how relationships influence grieving processes.

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This episode features an interview with Katie, who shares her personal story of losing her nan at a young age, discussing memories, grief, and how music serves as a creative outlet.

This episode explores the lives of hidden young carers, children who care for family members, discussing their challenges and support through an interview with Krista, CEO of MyTime Young Carers.

This episode explores how children understand and cope with death, featuring advice from a hospice social worker on having honest and compassionate conversations about loss.

This episode features Emma discussing how her employer's insensitive response to her partner's suicide led her to leave her job and retrain as a coach and counselor, now focusing on fostering empathy in the workplace.

This episode features an interview with Mary about her personal experiences with grief and loss, offering insights and strategies for navigating bereavement and finding healing after a loved one's death.

This episode explores hospice at home services through an interview with Jackie, a nurse who leads such a project, discussing its 24/7 compassionate care model and her personal journey into hospice nursing.

This episode features nurses Louise and Rose discussing common myths about hospice care, emphasizing that it's not just for the final days and can involve temporary stays for symptom management.

Tiffany Watson shares her personal journey living with a rare muscle-wasting condition called central core disease and malignant hypothermia, discussing its daily impacts and the tragic loss of her sister.

This episode features an interview with Esther about grieving the loss of her sister Rebecca, exploring her memories, emotions, and how the experience led her to retrain as a counsellor.

This episode features an interview with a motor neuron disease coordinator discussing the symptoms, diagnosis, and support for MND patients.

This interview explores how neurodiverse individuals, particularly those with autism, experience and cope with grief and death, featuring insights from psychotherapist Laura Clifford-Jones.

This episode explores the unique challenges of providing palliative care to homeless individuals, including managing pain relief alongside addiction and combating prejudice in healthcare access.

A funeral director discusses her career journey and the compassionate aspects of supporting families through death and grief.

Emma shares her personal journey of losing her father to COPD, discussing his character, their relationship, and how she copes with grief to help others feel less isolated.

This episode features hospice nurses Carmel and Louise discussing what families can expect and how to provide comfort during the final 24 hours of a patient's life.

This episode features a counsellor discussing how to approach conversations and provide practical support for friends or loved ones diagnosed with cancer, while also addressing caregiver self-care.

This episode explores complicated grief with clinical psychologist Melissa Gerling, discussing how it differs from typical grieving and when professional help is needed.

Joe shares his personal experience of his mother's glioblastoma diagnosis, hospice care, and how running the Barcelona marathon helped him cope with grief.

This episode explores how grief after a partner's death impacts self-esteem and identity, featuring expert advice on rebuilding self-confidence through small goals and self-awareness.

This episode features Claire and Libby discussing their experiences working in hospice care, focusing on patient-centered physiotherapy and the meaningful aspects of supporting individuals with life-limiting conditions.

This episode explores how to navigate grief and honor lost loved ones during Christmas, featuring insights from a bereavement counsellor on managing emotions and finding balance in festive celebrations.

This episode explores the role of a death planner, discussing estate planning, essential documents, and how to prepare for end-of-life decisions to ease the burden on loved ones.

This episode explores the emotional journey of parents grieving the loss of a child, featuring insights from a children's hospice professional on initial reactions and finding support.

This episode explores the concept of moving on after loss through an interview with Dania, a hospice counsellor, discussing grief intensity, coping strategies, and the personal nature of healing.

This episode explores the personal journeys and emotional experiences of individuals facing terminal illness, featuring insights from a hospice counselor.

This episode of the Life and Loss podcast features an interview with life coach Chantelle Dempsey, discussing techniques to manage fear and anxiety around death and build emotional resilience.

This episode features an interview with Marbellys Bayne about her experience of losing her husband to cancer and navigating dating after widowhood.

This episode features an interview with Tiffany Watson about her experience of losing both parents within two years, focusing on their personalities, hospice care, and her grief journey.

Sarah shares her personal experience of caring for her husband Steve through illness and the transition to hospice care, focusing on pain management and emotional support.

This episode of The Life & Loss Podcast features Dr Amy Phara discussing palliative care, focusing on its holistic approach to enhancing quality of life by treating symptoms and individuals rather than just diseases, with insights into patient-centered care and common misconceptions.

Clive shares his emotional journey of love and loss after his wife Sandy's diagnosis with cancer and her time in hospice care, highlighting their deep connection and the challenges of grief.

This episode of The Life & Loss Podcast features host Hannah interviewing Liz, an end-of-life care educator, to discuss the importance of end-of-life care planning, common misconceptions about dying, and how hospice care addresses physical, spiritual, and emotional symptoms.