Processing Complicated Grief

Marcus and The Hotness tell of their recent loss of their dog, Smooch. They talk about the decision to help Smooch transition across the Rainbow Bridge and their confusion and overwhelm upon returning home. During the evening, Marcus asks to watch the news and cannot emotionally handle more loss and suffering for one day.  The two talk about how grief, and if not given freedom, becomes pressure on one’s soul.  Key topics:[0:48] The loss of Marcus and Marvelyne’s Snoodle, Smooches[2:57] The wonderful things about Smooch[4:53] How is Elliott doing without Smooches around?[5:33] Working through the immense levels of grief and loss[9:06] Our tendency to compare our grief to others and how it’s never a competition[12:01] Allowing space for our grief Resources for you:More communication tips and resources for how to cultivate compassion: https://marcusengel.com/freeresources/Connect with Marcus on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcusEngelSpeaker/Connect with The Hotness on Facebook: https://bit.ly/FB-MarvelyneSubscribe to the podcast through Apple: https://bit.ly/MarcusEngelPodcastSubscribe to the podcast through Spotify: https://bit.ly/Spotify-MarcusEngelPodcast  Date: 03/28/2022Name of show: Compassion & Courage: Conversations in HealthcareEpisode title and number: Episode 43 – Processing Complicated Grief