Episode 30 Understanding and Navigating Grief: Conversations with End-of-Life Doula, Linda Campbell

Warning, this episode discusses death, grief, loss and su*c*de.

Do you avoid people who are grieving because you don't know what to say? Or wonder if there is something wrong with you - are you doing grief right? Is there a right way?

In this episode exploring grief, who better to guide us than Linda Campbell, a compassionate professional with a wealth of personal and professional experiences! Linda, an end-of-life doula and hypnotherapist, lends her expertise in this candid conversation, dissecting the intricacies of grief, the hormones at play, and the uniqueness of each individual's journey. Linda and Fiona share some of their own experiences with grief, giving us a personal insight into the profound experience that is grief and loss.

Linda helps us understand and normalise our feelings and the changes that happen in a grieving brain and how that affects our day to day lives .

We also take a deep look at the damaging impact of insensitive remarks about grief and the importance of allowing the grieving person to lead the conversation. Prepare to debunk common myths about grief and learn about the power of genuine and empathetic communication in supporting a grieving individual.

In the closing stages of our conversation, we focus on how to be there for someone in grief. We discuss the need to give them space to share their stories in their own time, the importance of practical support, and how love can manifest differently in these circumstances. Linda reflects on how her own grief journey has influenced her role as an end-of-life doula. Don't miss out on this thought provoking exploration of grief, loss, and healing.

Linda's websites:

http://www.walkingwithyou.com.au/

https://mindmastery.com.au/

Learn more about Fiona's speaking, radio and consultation services at Informed Health: https://informedhealth.com.au/