Healing Our Grieving Hearts Podcast
I’m Kay Fontana, and have faced profound loss throughout my life, giving me a deep understanding of the pain it brings. My journey began with the loss of my brother to cancer when I was just nine, altering the dynamics of our family as my parents grappled with grief. Later, I experienced the anguish of losing my mother to Alzheimer’s and my father to cancer shortly after his diagnosis. The most heartbreaking of all was the death of my husband and soul mate of 40 years in January 2023 due to multiple health challenges. These losses, including many others - from family and friends to pets - have led me to uncover the secrets of healing and resilience. Drawing from my diverse roles as a firefighter, paramedic, member of Critical Incident Stress Debriefing teams, and a trainer for 9-1-1 dispatchers and hospice volunteers, I have gained valuable insights into grief. As a Life Force Coach and Grief Recovery Specialist, I am here to offer you the wisdom from my experiences. Additionally, apart from exploring the topic of grief, you will discover insights on energy healing, reiki, qigong, meditation, and various alternative methods to foster healing, tranquility, and purpose in your life. Tune in to Healing Our Grieving Hearts Podcast on Saturdays at 10:00 am to access tools and resources that can aid you in navigating the complex terrain of grief, whether you're dealing with human or pet loss, a divorce, a relocation, retirement, or any other of the 40+ losses life may present. You can also find me at www.HealingOurGrievingHearts.com.
Episodes
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- Magnifying Emotions During the Holidays [01:43]
- What Do You Truly Need During the Holidays? [02:44]
- Your Experience as a Caregiver or Widow [04:30]
- Gentle Ways to Create a New Kind of Holiday [08:00
- Courage During the Holidays [10:24]
- Allow Yourself to Receive Support [11:41]
- Closing [13:42]
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- Intuition Becomes Stronger During the Holidays [
- Emotion and Intuition [
- Four Ways that Grief Awakens Intuition [
- Moving Through Emotional Waves [
- Gentle Practices to Reconnect with Your Intuition During the Holidays [
- Closing [
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- What is a Safe Haven? [03:47]
- The Emotional Foundation of Your Safe Haven [05:19]
- The Spiritual Foundation of Your Safe Haven [07:04]
- Creating the Physical Space[08:42]
- How Your Safe Haven Holds You During the Holidays [09:51]
- Closing Reflections [11:27]
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- The Language of Energy [02:05]
- Signs and Synchronicities [03:29]
- The Heart as a Receiver [05:04]
- Presence in the Everyday [06:16]
- Trusting What You Feel [07:17]
- Creating Sacred Space for Connection [08:06]
- Living with the Connection [09:09]
- Closing [09:54]
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- The Reality of Loss and Pain [02:00]
- What It Means to Hold Both [03:33]
- Why Holding Both is Necessary [05:01]
- Practices for Living in Both Worlds [06:22]
- Closing Reflections [08:13]
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- The Weight We Carry [
- The Spiritual Nature of Release [
- The Illusion of "Should" [
- Rewriting the Story [
- The Body's Memory and Forgiveness [
- The Divine Perspective [
- Moving Forward with Grace [
- Closing [
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- Nature and Healing [02:31]
- Engaging the Wind as Practice [04:15]
- Reflection and Integration [06:03]
- Closing Thoughts [08:19]
Additional Resources
- https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/
- https://purpose.healingourgrievinghearts.com
- https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/media
- https://www.facebook.com/kay.fontana
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- Understanding Grief-Related Anxiety [02:05]
- Returning to the Present Moment [03:33]
- Gentle Grounding Practices [05:07]
- The Spiritual Dimension of Anchoring [08:32]
- Integrating Calm into Daily Life [11:09]
- Closing [13:45]
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- My Personal Reflection [01:47]
- The Spiritual Meaning of Living Fully [04:03]
- Practical Ways to Live Fully After Loss [06:50]
- Sound, Breath, and Presence [10:47]
- Living Fully as Your Sacred Yes [14:22]
- Closing [17:04]
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- What are Sacred Signs? [02:37]
- How Signs Speak Through Nature [06:07]
- The Role of Dreams and Intuition [08:00]
- Everyday Coincidences and Synchronicities [09:40]
- How to Open to Sacred Signs [12:05]
- Closing [14:00]
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- Why Dreams Matter [01:04]
- Common Dream Themes [03:01]
- The Whisper vs. the Shout [05:16]
- How to Work with Dreams [07:15]
- Dreams in Times of Grief [09:15]
- Closing Reflection [10:55]
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- Why Breath Matters in Grief [02:06]
- The Calming Power of Breath [03:41]
- Simple Practices for Calming the Heart [04:39]
- Breathing with Spirit in Daily Life [07:02]
- Personal Reflection [08:01]
- Guided Breathing Practice [09:52]
- Closing [11:12]
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- The Questions We Carry [02:00]
- The Invitations of the Unknown [03:30]
- Finding Anchors in Uncertainty [05:00]
- A Personal Reflection [06:40]
- An Invitation [08:03]
- Closing [09:40]
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- The Lost Path [ 02:50]
- The Soul's Compass [04:57]
- Finding Bearings in Daily Life [07:00]
- My Story [08:54]
- Invitation to Reflect [10:10]
- Closing [12:25]
Additional Resources
- https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/
- https://purpose.healingourgrievinghearts.com
- https://healingourgrievinghearts.com/media
- https://www.facebook.com/kay.fontana
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- Understanding Numbness in Grief [02:25]
- Why Reconnecting with the Senses Matters [03:50]
- Gentle Ways to Reawaken the Senses [05:15]
- Personal Reflection [07:26]
- Integrating Sensory Practices into Daily Life [09:32]
- Closing [10:54]
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- Understanding the Shadows of Grief [01:18]
- Daily Life as a Balancing Act [03:09]
- Finding Light in Small Ways [05:18]
- Practical Tools for Balancing [07:21]
- The Light Within [09:31]
- Closing [11:32]
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- Grief and joy can flow together [02:16]
- Simple acts of self-care [03:51]
- Caring for your spiritual and emotional well-being [04:41]
- Loving act you can do today [05:58]
- Turning acts of self-care into gentle rituals [06:46]
- Journaling prompts to support you [07:50]
- Affirmation [09:32]
- Conclusion [10:02]
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- Beauty and Grace [01:23]
- How beauty shows up [03:22]
- How beauty helps with grief [03:54]
- Soft practices to tune into grace [04:49]
- Sometimes beauty feels far away [08:28]
- Moment of stillness [09:08]
- Conclusion [09:40]
Additional Resources
Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- What it means to begin again. [01:49]
- Tender barriers to renewal [03:44]
- Six gentle steps to guide you in beginning again [06:11]
- Brief meditation [10:52]
- Conclusion [12:15]
Additional Resources
<...Introduction
- Topic Introduction [00:56]
Main Topics
- Spiritual metaphors of the seasons [01:42)
- Autumn and the sacred art of letting go [02:22]
- Winter as a sacred pause [04:15]
- Spring arrives with a whisper [06:28]
- Summer when the earth is alive [08:12]
- Invitations to connect with nature and grief [10:17]
- Conclusion {11:05]
Additional Resources
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