When Your Heart Breaks Twice

The grief you thought you'd processed years ago just came flooding back... because your cat died.Discover the shocking research that proves you're not "crazy" for sobbing over your childhood dog while planning your mother's funeral. This deep-dive into 50+ groundbreaking studies reveals why losing a pet can trigger devastating grief for people who died years ago - and why losing a human loved one can suddenly make you mourn a pet from decades past.If you've ever felt overwhelmed by "disproportionate" grief, been confused about why you're thinking of your deceased father while your dog is dying, or felt ashamed that your pet's death hit you harder than human losses - this episode will change everything you thought you knew about grief.Learn why your brain doesn't distinguish between species when it comes to love and loss, how "grief echoes" through time, and why that "just a pet" minimization might be keeping you trapped in unresolved mourning for multiple losses.Essential listening for anyone who's loved and lost - regardless of species. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit esthernava.substack.com