Ep 7: Grief (It's more than Death)

Grief - it’s more than dealing with the death of someone we love. And, it’s yet another place we often fear to tread. So, let’s go there. Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb as they explore the landscape of grief in midlife and beyond. You will hear:> An exploration of the multifaceted nature of grief; how it extends beyond death to encompass various life changes and losses. > Anita’s and Erica’s personal experiences with grief in the context of having a parent with dementia.> How grief intertwines with love, memory, and identity. > The importance of acknowledging and leaning into grief with self-compassion.We’re so glad you’re here. It’s time to live life on your terms. It’s time for Midlife Unfiltered.Connect with Anita and Erica:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.unfilteredFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/midlife.unfilteredEmail: [email protected] Anita McLachlan:At the helm of Sequins and Sand for over 15 years, Anita has helped thousands of women feel more confident in their swimwear - and their bodies - as Australia’s Cossie Whisperer. She’s now turning her attention to supporting women in midlife to navigate this often tumultuous, but also very powerful time of life. Ultimately, her focus is now on supporting other midlife women to have the freedom and confidence to be themselves.Connect with Anita:Website : www.SequinsandSand.com.auFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sequinsandsand.com.auLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-mclachlan-b307869/?originalSubdomain=auEmail : [email protected] Project : www.CossieConfidence.com.au If you enjoy the topics explored in this podcast and would like more, then sign up to receive Midlife Mojo, Anita's weekly Wednesday newsletter. In it, Anita explores health, wellness and the emotions of midlife to power-up your midlife and beyond. Because girl…you are just getting started :) Become a Sequins and Sand VIP here to receive it in your inbox. It’s free. Insights and wisdom, no hard sell. https://www.sequinsandsand.com.au/vip.html About Erica Webb:Erica is a counsellor, somatic exercise coach and self-kindness advocate. As a highly sensitive person (HSP) herself, she supports other HSPs to navigate what it looks like to prioritise their own mental fitness, claim the self-care that truly nurtures their body and mind, and work through the unique challenges their sensitivity poses. Erica works with clients 1-1, as well as in her online program, SOMA:HOME and online membership space, the SelfKind Hub. Connect with Erica:Website: https://www.ericawebb.com.auEmail: [email protected]: https://www.instagram.com/ericawebb_selfkindLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericawebbselfkind/Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction to Midlife Unfiltered01:03 Exploring the Concept of Grief01:50 Personal Reflections on Grief04:52 The Unexpected Beauty of Grief14:26 The Long Goodbye: Dementia and Grief21:17 Finding Light in the Darkness39:10 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude40:54 Stay Connected with Midlife Unfiltered This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit midlifeunfiltered.substack.com