Grief Tending and Memory Keeping with Barri Leiner Grant

 

In this heartfelt episode, Barri Leiner Grant, Chief Grief Officer of the Memory Circle, shares profound insights into grief and loss. Barri recounts her personal experiences, including the passing of hwe father and how her family's journey through dementia influenced her approach to grief advocacy and support. The discussion delves into the rebranding of grief as more than just sadness, exploring the importance of memory, rituals, community, and conscious grieving practices. Barri emphasizes the significance of open conversations about end-of-life wishes and the need for workplaces to become more grief-informed, offering practical tips for supporting others through their grief journeys. This episode is a touching tribute to the power of remembering and tending to grief in healthy, compassionate ways.

 

 

Connect with Barri:

Support circle starts June 3, 2025.

Grief Camp: 

https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/grief-camp

IG: @thememorycircle
Website: https://thememorycircle.com


Connect with Heather:

Website: https://www.ditchedthedrink.com/
IG: @ditchedthedrink

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Grief Tending and Memory Keeping
Season 3 Episode 5
1:11:05
 

Episode Highlights

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:40 Understanding Grief and Its Many Forms
01:51 Personal Stories of Loss
02:45 Remembering Loved Ones
03:42 Navigating Dementia and Memory Loss
08:28 The Importance of Conversations and Preparations
10:37 Expressing and Tending to Grief
24:53 The Healing Power of Writing
26:11 Journey into Grief Work
35:31 Rebranding Grief and Conscious Grieving
39:12 Reflecting on Memories and Variations
40:16 Autopilot Moments and Grief Relief
40:56 Rituals and Shared Experiences
42:09 Nature's Healing Power
43:21 Grief Tending Practices
44:04 Stages of Grief and Acceptance
45:56 The Importance of Community Support
53:05 Workplace Compassion and Grief
01:04:03 Navigating Guilt and Regret
01:08:05 Resources and Support Systems

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