We wrap up a year(ish) of weekly episodes and decide to move to a new schedule.

When we are able to see things differently....

Sometimes our old defences rise up when we have unexpected encounters. In this episode, DeAnne and Astrid talk about what happens when something occurs for which we're unprepared. Can we offer ourselves compassion when we fail to meet our own expectations?

Can we grow our empathy for ourselves when we consciously revisit what causes us pain? Is it possible to reframe our pain into something else? How do we practice this? We discuss.

Are we sad or are we depressed? Is there a difference?

Sometimes we feel like we need a different kind of help.

In this episode, DeAnne brings up the topic of depression and Astrid talks about her ketamine experience.

What now, after a loss like this?

How do we find purpose and meaning in our everyday lives?

We need that connection - to be seen and heard.

Sometimes we find ourselves revisiting the early days of grief. What do we remember about those early days? How far have we come from there? What are the things that trigger those memories? We discuss.

In addition to our children, what else have we lost in the aftermath of their deaths? Have we gained anything? Does hope have anywhere to land in our lives after this?