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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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Child Loss Panel

Posted on February 6, 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: Debbie Dullabuan, Moderator- Shari O’Loughlin, Tim Meadows, Pamela Hagen, and Glen Lord.   https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/content.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/Child-Loss-Panel.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Ron Villano – 5 Tips on How to Embrace Change in Your Grief Journey

Posted on February 6, 2024 - by admin

The Open to Hope Foundation Day of Hope and Healing welcomes; Ron Villano, MS, LMHC, ASAC, CCH. He is a leading expert in working through change. As a father who lost his 17-year old son over 25 years ago, he always speaks from the heart as his bereavement journey continues. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, he works with others on how to work through difficult times. He is the founder and director of Family & Personal Counseling which has five offices in the greater Long Island Area, and offers in-office and telehealth sessions throughout New York State. And as […]

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Partner Loss Panel

Posted on February 6, 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 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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