14 | What No One Told Us About Grief

Hosts MC McDonald and Tracy Benjamin discuss their experiences with grief and share insights they wish they had known earlier in the process. They talk about the importance of acknowledging and accepting emotions, the different ways grief can manifest, and the need for self-compassion and understanding. They also touch on the impact of loss on identity and the challenges of navigating grief in a society that often overlooks or misunderstands it. The hosts discuss the challenges of starting over in college, the evolving relationship with grief over time, the difficulty of talking about grief openly, and the societal expectations around expressing emotions. They also touch on the importance of finding healthy outlets for anger and the power of swearing AND exercise. Overall, the conversation highlights the need for more open and honest conversations about grief and the importance of self-expression. Stay tuned to the end to hear their favorite curse words.

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