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Mark Pitstick: Is There Life After Death?
August 12, 2021
Will I see my departed loved ones again? Join Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley and their guest Dr. Mark Pitstick for a discussion of this age-old question. Dr. Pitstick is the author of Soul Proof, Radiant Wellness, and The Eleven Questions and host of Soul-solutions radio. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Mark-Pitstick-Is-There-Life-After-Death.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
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Ken Lefkowitz: Grief Revisited
July 29, 2021
Have you thought about putting your loss and recovery story into words? Writing may be your new career. Join Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley and author Ken Lefkowitz, retired business consultant and bereaved dad for a discussion of writing his first book Weave Of Destiny. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Ken-Lefkowitz-Grief-Revisited.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
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Sharon Strouse: Making a Collage to Quiet The Grieving Mind
July 21, 2021
Feeling distracted by grief? Join Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley for ideas from Sharon Strouse on how to quiet your mind through collage, dreams and meditation. Sharon is a Board certified Art Therapist bereaved mom and author of Artful Grief: A Diary of Healing and associate director of the Portland Institute. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Sharon-Strouse-Making-a-Collage-to-Quiet-The-Grieving-Mind.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
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When Your Child Dies By Suicide
July 18, 2021
This excerpt about when a child dies by suicide is from of Emotional Healing (Pegasus), by Dr. Harry Barry. Purchase it on Amazon. When a Child Dies by Suicide Those left behind in the wake of a suicide are sometimes called “suicide survivors”. This confusing term suggests that the person survived the attempt but in practice relates to the person or persons left behind following their death. It is no coincidence that the term survivor is used here as a description, for “survival” is the best that most parents can aim for, in the months and years that follow losing […]
Brian D. Smith Grief and a Spiritual Quest
July 15, 2021
Are you wondering how you can get through your loss? Join Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley and their guest Brian D. Smith, bereaved dad and the author of Grief 2 Grow. Learn key ideas for living with your grief and finding growth. https://www.grief2growth.com https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Brian-D-Smith-Grief-and-a-Spiritual-Quest.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
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Dr. Benjamin Perkus: Aroma Therapy For Grief
July 8, 2021
Looking for ideas on dealing with recurring grief trauma? Join Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley in a conversation with Dr. Benjamin Perkus and learn how using essential oils can promote emotional wellness. He is the creator and author of The Aroma Freedom Technique. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Dr-Benjamin-Perkus-Aroma-Therapy-For-Grief.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
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My Recovery From the Death of Our Child
June 14, 2021
I once stood at what looked like the gates of heaven — bathed in golden light. The Angels and I were having some sort of serious discussion. It was all very peaceful while I was there. Coming back was a different story. Thrust from that place, I awoke to my husband’s screams. “Lily wake up, Kara isn’t breathing!” The terror still grips me as I type this. The nightmare had begun. Our infant daughter had been ushered through heaven’s door and I was locked out. At two months old, she passed to the other side and I was shot back […]
Julie Ryan: Exploring Loss and Intuitive Skills
June 10, 2021
Are you interested in developing and validating your intuitive capabilities? Join Julie Ryan businesswoman, inventor, podcaster and author in a discussion of how Psychic and Medical Intuitive skills can be learned. Angelic Attendants: What Really Happens As We Transition From This Life Into The Next. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Julie-Ryan-Exploring-Loss-and-Intuitive-Skills.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
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Bobbi Milne How will I go on After Multiple Losses?
June 3, 2021
Bobbi Milne joined The Compassionate Friends in after the death of her 11-year-old son, Andrew. On this show she discusses how coping skills and service have helped her to get through his loss and the more recent death of her sister and husband. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Bobbi-Milne-How-will-I-go-on-After-Multiple-Losses.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
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