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Stephen Dest: When Art Intersects with Trauma and Grief

Posted on June 25, 2020 - by admin

Award-Winning Writer/Director of both Stage and Film, Stephen Dest has worked at a number of prominent theaters along the way, including: Long Wharf, Yale Rep, Seattle Rep, TheaterWorks, Goodspeed Opera House, Coconut Grove Playhouse, The Kennedy Center, BTC, Vital Theater, MTC, PaperMill Playhouse, The Shubert and The Nederlander. Along with his theatrical work, Stephen has also written and directed a number of noteworthy film projects; including the short film BLIND (Cannes Film Festival-2008), and the 2013 award winning feature film MY BROTHER JACK winner of BEST FILMMAKER (Philadelphia Independent Film Festival), BEST PICTURE & BEST DIRECTOR (New England Underground […]

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Bridle Up with Michael Sean Covey

Posted on June 18, 2020 - by admin

Michael Sean Covey is the Executive Director & Co-Founder of Bridle Up Hope, a 501c3 nonprofit organization with the mission to inspire hope, confidence, and resilience in young women through equestrian training. Prior to this position, Michael Sean was a management consultant for Cicero Group. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Political Science with honors from Brigham Young University. Michael Sean is passionate about the world of social impact and helping others to recognize their worth and potential. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Bridle-Up-with-Michael-Sean-Covey.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Nathan Peterson: Dance Again

Posted on June 11, 2020 - by admin

Singer-songwriter Nathan Peterson is currently celebrating the release of two solo albums and two books about the life and passing of his beautiful daughter, Olivia.Over the past two decades, Nathan has created a body of work which invites our culture to rest in the midst of the storms of life. nathanpeterson.net https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Nathan-Peterson-Dance-Again.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Dr Richard Tedeschi: Personal Growth and Trauma

Posted on June 10, 2020 - by admin

Are you noticing personal changes in yourself during these stressful times? Join Dr. Richard Tedeschi in a discussion of transformation in the aftermath of traumatic life events. Richard Tedeschi, Ph.D. is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Psychological Science at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and Distinguished Chair of the Boulder Crest Institute for Posttraumatic Growth. He developed the concept of posttraumatic growth which examines personal transformations in the aftermath of traumatic life events. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Dr-Richard-Tedeschi-Personal-Growth-and-Trauma.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Elaine Birchall: Handling Belongings After A Death

Posted on June 4, 2020 - by admin

Elaine Birchall, MSW is a hoarding behavior specialist and clutter coach and the author of Conquer the Clutter: Strategies to Identify, Manage, and Overcome Hoarding, published by Johns Hopkins University Press. Elaine provides counseling to people who hoard and their loved ones—and training to professional organizations across the US and Canada. Elaine’s website is www.hoarding.ca. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Elaine-Birchall-Handling-Belongings-After-A-Death.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Galen Goben: Death, Loss and Spiritual Growth

Posted on June 1, 2020 - by admin

Are you having difficulty coping with a death of a loved one during these stressful times? Join Dr. Galen Goben to explore the intersection between death, loss and spiritual growth. Dr. Goben serves as the grief support director for Forest Lawn Mortuary. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Galen-Goben-Death-Loss-and-Spiritual-Growth.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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John Polo: Spouse Loss Healing and Dating

Posted on May 28, 2020 - by admin

After losing his wife, Michelle in 2016 he found his passion with helping others through their pain. John writes, coaches and speaks on grief, healing, dating, relationships, personal growth and more. Find out more at http://www.betternotbitterwidower.com https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/John-Polo-Spouse-Loss-Healing-and-Dating.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Dale Larson: Bereavement Struggles During COVID 19

Posted on May 25, 2020 - by admin

If you have suffered a loss during the pandemic join Dr. Dale G. Larson, Professor of Counseling Psychology at Santa Clara University for practical ideas on dealing with disappointment and guilt. He is the author of The Helper’s Journey: Empathy, Compassion, and the Challenge of Caring. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Dale-Larson-Bereavement-Struggles-During-COVID-19.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Sally A. Norton: Talking With Bereaved Families

Posted on May 21, 2020 - by admin

Dr. Norton is dedicated to improving the care of patients with advanced illness and their family members. Her program of research is focused on palliative care and end-of-life decision-making with emphasis on the communication processes and practice patterns of care delivery. Norton is a fellow of the Hospice and Palliative Care Nurses Association (HPNA) and the American Academy of Nursing. She was honored with the Distinguished Researcher Award from HPNA in 2017. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Sally-A-Norton-Talking-With-Bereaved-Families.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Dr Gloria and Dr Heidi Horsley After the Death of a Spouse, What About the Stuff?

Posted on May 20, 2020 - by admin

Rob asks about what to do with his stuff and his partners after the death of their spouses. They want to move in together, but where do they start? 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. Gloria and her fiancé, Dr. Frank Powers, share their personal and professional stories of love and romance in the later years. Purchase your copy on amazon today, all proceeds go to the […]

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