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EPISODE · Jun 23, 2025 · 25 MIN

128. How to Cope with Insensitive & Invalidating Comments as You Grieve

from Life With Grief Podcast | Grief Support Podcast · host Tara Accardo

Drop me a message or voice note!We’re delving into the emotional impact of invalidating and insensitive comments we often receive during grief. Think: “at least they had a long life”, “just be grateful for what you have”, “at least they’re in a better place”… the list goes on.Let’s talk about why people make remarks like this, and effective ways to cope and set boundaries.This episode is here to offer you practical strategies like a mental filter practice, polite yet straightforward responses, and mindset shifts to approach it with compassion. It's all about emphasizing the importance of acknowledging one's grief, protecting our personal energy, and navigating grief without comparing experiences.Learn more about Letters of Light 💌✨ https://lossesbecomegains.com/lettersSupport the showLetters of Light 💌✨ https://lossesbecomegains.com/lettersSupport the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast📖 Life Beyond Grief Substack: https://taraaccardo.substack.com/Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gainsWebsite: https://lossesbecomegains.com/Work with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-taraShop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomegains.com/journalBy accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Tara Accardo, or used by Tara Accardo with permission. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purpo...

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Drop me a message or voice note! We’re delving into the emotional impact of invalidating and insensitive comments we often receive during grief. Think: “at least they had a long life”, “just be grateful for what you have”, “at least they’re in a better place”… the list goes on. Let’s talk about why people make remarks like this, and effective ways to cope and set boundaries. This episode is here to offer you practical strategies like a mental filter practice, polite yet straightforward respon...

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