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EPISODE · Oct 17, 2025 · 48 MIN

Writing as a Way to Heal with John Dedakis

from Father's Refuge · host James Moffitt

I would love to hear from you. Click the link nowKeywords: grief support, fathers grieving, Christian grief, loss and healing, men’s mental healthIn this episode of Father's Refuge, host James Moffitt speaks with author and journalist John DeDakis about the profound impact of grief on fathers. They explore John's personal journey through the loss of his son, the therapeutic power of writing, and the importance of grief counseling. The conversation delves into societal expectations of masculinity, the emotional struggles men face, and the significance of empathy in healing. John shares insights on navigating grief, the role of faith, and offers words of encouragement for fathers dealing with loss.Want to be a guest?https://podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/fathersrefugeSupport the showFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583591441571Podcast Supporthttps://www.fathersrefuge.com/support/One Time donation https://www.buzzsprout.com/2528600/supportMonthly SupportWant to be a guest?https://podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/fathersrefugeMobile Follow Pagehttps://www.fathersrefuge.com/follow/Support the showFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583591441571Podcast Supporthttps://www.fathersrefuge.com/support/One Time donation https://www.buzzsprout.com/2528600/supportMonthly SupportWant to be a guest?https://podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/fathersrefugeMobile Follow Pagehttps://www.fathersrefuge.com/follow/

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I would love to hear from you. Click the link now Keywords: grief support, fathers grieving, Christian grief, loss and healing, men’s mental health In this episode of Father's Refuge, host James Moffitt speaks with author and journalist John DeDakis about the profound impact of grief on fathers. They explore John's personal journey through the loss of his son, the therapeutic power of writing, and the importance of grief counseling. The conversation delves into societal expectations of mascul...

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