Grief doesn’t follow a timeline.It doesn’t move in stages.And there is no “right” way to experience it.In Part 2 of this conversation, Dalton Huckaby continues his discussion with associate marriage and family therapist Lindsey Smith of Izzo Therapy, diving deeper into what it means to live with grief rather than trying to fix or outrun it.This episode focuses on how grief shows up over time — through memories, triggers, relationships, and moments of unexpected emotion — and how support systems play a critical role in helping people feel less alone in their experience. Lindsey reframes grief as something that can be befriended instead of resisted, offering a compassionate perspective that allows space for grief to evolve without judgment.Listeners are guided through practical and grounding concepts, including how to process triggers and memories when they arise, how to identify who can safely hold your grief, and how to build a personalized “grief kit” or emotional first-aid plan for moments when grief feels overwhelming. Rather than prescribing a one-size-fits-all approach, this episode emphasizes choice, self-awareness, and emotional regulation rooted in compassion.Part 2 reinforces a powerful truth: grief does not need to be rushed, minimized, or solved. It needs space, support, and tools that meet people where they are.This episode is for anyone navigating loss, supporting someone who is grieving, or wanting to better understand how grief can be carried with care over time.Why there is no “correct” way to grieveThe importance of support systems during griefProcessing triggers, memories, and remindersBefriending grief instead of fighting itCreating your own grief or emotional regulation kitAllowing grief to evolve over timeReducing shame and self-judgment around grief🎧 Now Serving TherapyHosted by Dalton Huckaby📅 Episode 027 — Recorded February 4Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.🧠 Topics Covered