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Hope Edelman: Challenges in Your Grief Journey?

Posted on March 7, 2024 - by admin

Facing challenges in your grief journey? Join Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley, accompanied by guest Hope Edelman, for an insightful exploration of the enduring grieving process. Hope, a bestselling author of eight nonfiction books, including “Motherless Daughters” and “Motherless Mothers,” as well as her latest work, “The AfterGrief,” provides valuable perspectives on long-term grief and coping strategies. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/content.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/Hope-Edelman-Navigating-Persistent-Grief.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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William and Millie Hunton: Coping with Solitude After the Loss of a Child

Posted on February 22, 2024 - by admin

Feeling isolated after the death of a child? Join Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley along with bereaved parents William and Millie Hunton, who have provided support to thousands through their work with The Compassionate Friends. As co-chairs of the TCF National Conference in New Orleans in July 2023, they share insights on overcoming loneliness and finding connection in the midst of grief. Register for the conference today: https://www.compassionatefriends.org/event/47th-tcf-national-conference/ https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/content.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/William-and-Millie-Hunton-Coping-with-Solitude-After-the-Loss-of-a-Child.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Navigating Support for Bereaved Children

Posted on February 15, 2024 - by admin

Concerned about a bereaved child? Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Frank Powers are joined by their guest Andy McNiel, a child bereavement expert. Gain valuable tips and tools on effectively helping bereaved kids. Andy, the Executive Director of the Satori Group, brings expertise in child advocacy and is the co-author of “Understanding and Supporting Bereaved Children.” https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/content.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/Andy-McNiel-Navigating-Support-for-Bereaved-Children.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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International Day Of Hope And Healing After Loss Conference Candle Lighting

Posted on February 7, 2024 - by admin

Alan Pedersen is an award-winning speaker, songwriter and recording artist. His inspirational message of hope and his music have resonated deeply with those facing a loss or adversity in their lives and have made him one of the most popular, in-demand presenters in the world on finding hope after loss. Since the death of his 18-year-old daughter Ashley in 2001, Alan has traveled to more than 1,500 cities speaking and playing his original music. Alan also successfully served four years as the Executive Director of The Compassionate Friends, the largest grief organization in the world. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/content.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/International-Day-Of-Hope-And-Healing-After-Loss-Conference-Candle-Lighting.mp3Podcast: Play in new window […]

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Colin Campbell – Bridging the Chasm Finding Ways to Keep Our Community Close As We Grieve

Posted on February 7, 2024 - by admin

Colin Campbell is an Academy Award nominated writer and director for theater and film. He teaches theater and film at Chapman University and Cal Poly Pomona University. When his two beautiful and brilliant teenage children, Ruby and Hart, were killed by a drunk driver in 2019, Colin fell into a terrifying chasm of aching and hopelessness. He drew strength and inspiration from the mourning rituals of his wife’s Jewish traditions and learned to lean into the pain of grief. His book, Finding the Words: Working Through Profound Loss With Hope and Purpose, was published by Penguin Random House in March […]

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Sibling Panel

Posted on February 7, 2024 - by admin

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: Zander Sprague, Moderator – Elizabeth Devita Raeburn, Cindy Tart, Dr. Chris Lourenco, Jason Wendroff, and Jordan Ferber. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/content.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/Sibling-Panel.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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After Life

Posted on February 7, 2024 - by admin

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: Elizabeth Boisson, Moderator – Gary Schwartz, Ph.D., Dr. Mark Pitstick, Lenore Matthew, and Ph.D., Mark Anthony. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/content.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/After-Life.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Paul Dennitson: Healing Grief Yoga

Posted on February 7, 2024 - by admin

Paul Denniston is the founder of Grief Yoga® and the author of Healing Through Yoga: Transform Loss into Empowerment. The mission of Grief Yoga is to use movement, breath, and sound to release pain and suffering to connect to empowerment and love. Grief Yoga combines many different forms of yoga to channel and release anger to allow unresolved grief a compassionate space to breathe and move. His gentle work creates a safe space of movement and healing to transform trauma and connect to the resilient loving warrior within. Paul has taught and trained this practice to thousands of therapists, counselors, […]

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Nathan Peterson Shares His Music

Posted on February 7, 2024 - by admin

Nathan Peterson shared his music at the Open to Hope Annual Conference. He is a singer-songwriter, author, and speaker known for his raw, emotive music and his insights on the complexities of the human experience. During his 25-year career in the music industry, Nathan has released numerous albums, his platinum solo release ‘So Am I’ resonating worldwide. Drawing from personal experience of profound grief, resilience, and healing, Nathan’s writing, calming voice, and deep connection with audiences support a shift to presence, connection, and rest. https://nathanpeterson.net https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/content.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/Nathan-Peterson-Shares-His-Music.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Denna Babul: Big Dreams Do Come True

Posted on February 6, 2024 - by admin

At the annual Open to Hope International Day of Hope and Healing, Denna Babul talks about: Big Dreams: Understanding How Trauma Can Sideline Your Dreams And What You Can Do To Start Dreaming Again. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/content.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/Denna-Babul-Big-Dreams-Do-Come-True.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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