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Partner Loss Panel
February 6, 2024
The International Day of Hope and Healing after Loss is a free online experience brought to you by the Open to Hope Foundation with the mission of helping people find hope after loss. Our expert presenters have generously donated their time, talents, and advice to share with you. On this panel are Able Keough, Moderator ,Michele Neff Hernandez and Jill Johnson. After the loss of Dr. Gloria Horsley’s husband, getting back in the game was hard, but she realized finding love in your golden years doesn’t have to be complicated. In Open to Love, The Secrets of Senior Dating; Dr. […]
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Episode 213: Navigating the Challenges of Spousal Loss
February 5, 2024
Dr. Gloria Horsley, Dr. Heidi Horsley, Dawn Nargi, Aliza Marlin, and Jennifer O’Brien discuss valuable tips and tools for coping with the loss of a spouse. Dawn Nargi, the Executive Director of the W Connection, offers resources for women rebuilding their lives after the death of a partner. Aliza Martin, a GEM volunteer with the W Connection, and Jennifer O’Brien, award-winning author of “The Hospice Doctor’s Widow: A Journal,” share their perspectives on coping after the loss of a spouse.
Reverend Al Johnson – Grief, God, and Gratitude
February 3, 2024
Al Johnson, an Episcopal Priest, has dedicated numerous years to serving as a parish priest, and presently, he contributes to Bishop Sean Rowe’s staff in Northwestern Pennsylvania and Western New York. Al’s journey has been marked by personal tragedy; his son Nicholas died of Leukemia in 1989. Driven by his own experiences with grief, Al pursued and earned his Doctor of Ministry Degree, devoting extensive hours to support the bereaved by delving into the intersection of spirituality and grief. Recently, Al authored the poignant memoir, “GRIEF SET FREE,” which offers insights and solace to those navigating the turbulent waters of […]
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Dr. Donna Shuurman – The Grief Pill is Coming; What to Know Before You Swallow It!
January 31, 2024
With a remarkable 35-year association with The Dougy Center, the inaugural bereavement center for children in the United States, Dr. Donna Schuurman stands as an internationally recognized authority in the field of grief, focusing on bereaved children, teenagers, and families. As the author of “Never the Same: Coming to Terms with the Death of a Parent,” Donna has contributed significantly to the discourse on coping with loss. Her expertise has attracted attention from various media outlets, including The New York Times, USA Today, and Redbook, where she has been featured in interviews. Donna’s commitment extends to her role on the […]
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Ilana Rowe: Discovering a New Chapter After Grief
January 25, 2024
Exploring Self-Identity After Years of Caregiving Curious about rediscovering your identity after years of caregiving? Join Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley, along with their guest Ilana Rowe, as she shares her transformative journey. Discover how creativity and spirituality played crucial roles in defining Ilana’s life after an 11-year commitment to caring for her husband. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/content.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/Ilana-Rowe-Discovering-a-New-Chapter-After-Grief.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
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Episode 212: Embracing Hope Anew After Multiple Losses
January 22, 2024
Discover hope amidst multiple losses with insights from Dr. Gloria Horsley, Dr. Heidi Horsley, Jennifer O’Brien, and Dr. Barbara Hopkinson. Explore their personal journeys of overcoming the initial belief that finding hope was impossible. Jennifer O’Brien, author of the award-winning book “The Hospice Doctor’s Widow: A Journal,” and Dr. Barbara Hopkinson, founder of “A Butterfly’s Journey,” a non-profit focusing on resilience after loss, share their experiences of ultimately finding hope despite initial doubts.
Episode 211: Exploring the Challenges and Joys of Dating After Grief
January 16, 2024
Are you considering the prospect of dating after experiencing a loss? Join Dr. Gloria Horsley, her fiancée Dr. Frank Powers, and their guests Dawn Nargi, Aliza Martin, and Dr. Barbara Hopkinson for an open discussion about the challenges and positives of dating after loss. Dawn Nargi, the Executive Director of the W Connection, focuses on providing resources for women to rebuild their lives following the death of a partner. Aliza Martin serves as a GEM volunteer with the W Connection, while Dr. Barbara Hopkinson is the founder of “A Butterfly’s Journey,” a non-profit organization dedicated to resilience after loss.
Debbie Weiss: Finding Hope After Widowhood
January 4, 2024
Are you without a partner and looking for love? Join Dr’s Gloria and Heidi Horsley and their guest Debbie Weiss, widow and former lawyer turned author. She has great advice on creating a life and finding hope after widowhood. Debbie is the author of As Is: A Midlife Widow’s Search for Love. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/content.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/Debbie-Weiss-Finding-Hope-After-Widowhood.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
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Episode 210: Developing Passion and Purpose After Loss
December 21, 2023
Does it feel impossible to develop passion and purpose after loss? Join Dr. Gloria Horsley and her daughter Dr. Heidi Horsley, along with their guests Elizabeth Coplan, Ken Ross, and Claudia Coenen to discuss how they eventually found passion and purpose after loss. Elizabeth Coplan turned her personal loss into the groundbreaking play cycle Grief Dialogues. Ken Ross is the son of Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross and serves as the founder and President of the EKR Foundation. Claudia Coenen is the author of the acclaimed book, Seasons of Grief: Creative Interventions to Support Bereaved People.
