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Good Grief - Notes to My Mom

by Payton

Good Grief - Notes to My Mom is a heartfelt and powerful podcast where a teenager shares her personal journey of overcoming grief. Each episode is an unfiltered conversation about loss, love, and healing. Through sharing her life, vulnerability, and hopes, she explores what it is like to navigate life without a parent while finding strength in memories. Whether you've experienced grief or simply want to understand better, this podcast offers comfort, connection, and a reminder that you are not alone.

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Episodes

  1. A Trip Down Memory Lane

    In this episode, I take a walk down memory lane, looking at jewelry, childhood trinkets, and the kind of memories that sneak up on you when you're least expecting them. This one's a note to my mom about the bittersweet art of remembering. I talk about what it feels like to intentionally revisit…

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  2. College Essay Time!

    In this episode, I share one of the most personal pieces I’ve ever written: my college essay. It’s a letter, a reflection, and a tribute to my mom—woven with grief, love, and the pressure of trying to sum up everything she meant to me in just a few hundred words. I talk about what it felt like to...

  3. All Around the World

    In this episode of Good Grief: Notes to My Mom, I explore how different cultures around the world honor loss, hold space for mourning, and carry their grief, not just through tears, but through tradition. From Ghanaian funerals that turn sorrow into ceremony, to Japan’s quiet rituals of...

  4. Would You Rather?

    In this episode, we explore teen grief through a thoughtful game of "Would You Rather," asking tough questions that reflect the real emotional challenges of loss. From choosing between holding on to memories or letting go of pain, to deciding whether to speak up or stay silent, we open up a space...

  5. What People Don't Understand

    In this episode of Good Grief - Notes to My Mom, we dive into the tough but common experience of feeling misunderstood when you're grieving. It's hard enough to navigate loss, but when the people around you don't get it, it can feel even more isolating. We'll talk about why people might not...

  6. Comfort Foods

    In this episode of Good Grief - Notes to My Mom, we explore how food can offer comfort during teenage grief. From family recipes to late-night cravings, we dive into the healing power of cooking and sharing meals. Learn how food connects us to loved ones and helps us navigate loss. We also share...

  7. Coping Mechanisms

    In this episode, we dive into practical coping mechanisms that can help teenagers navigate the tough journey of grief. Losing someone you love can feel overwhelming, and everyone grieves in their own way, especially as a teenager trying to make sense of the world and emotions. We'll explore…

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  8. Myths About Grief

    In this episode, we dive into some of the most common myths surrounding grief and shed light on the truth behind them. Grief can feel isolating, and many people are unsure of how to navigate its complexities. Unfortunately, society often perpetuates misconceptions that make it harder for people,...

  9. What is Grief?

    In this episode of Good Grief - Notes to My Mom, we dive into the heart of grief - what it really is and how it manifests in our lives. Grief isn't just about losing someone we love; it's a complex emotion that can affect us in unexpected ways. Whether it's the loss of a person, a job, or a…

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  10. Let's Get it Started in Here

    Introducing Good Grief - Notes to My Mom! In this episode, I'm sharing my story and the journey that led me to create this podcast. Good Grief is a space for me to reflect, process, and celebrate the relationship I had with my mom, who passed away from colon cancer. This podcast is not just about...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Good Grief - Notes to My Mom is a heartfelt and powerful podcast where a teenager shares her personal journey of overcoming grief. Each episode is an unfiltered conversation about loss, love, and healing. Through sharing her life, vulnerability, and hopes, she explores what it is like to navigate life without a parent while finding strength in memories. Whether you've experienced grief or simply want to understand better, this podcast offers comfort, connection, and a reminder that you are not alone.

HOSTED BY

Payton

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Good Grief - Notes to My Mom is a heartfelt and powerful podcast where a teenager shares her personal journey of overcoming grief. Each episode is an unfiltered conversation about loss, love, and healing. Through sharing her life, vulnerability, and hopes, she explores what it is like to navigate...

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Good Grief - Notes to My Mom has 10 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Good Grief - Notes to My Mom is created and hosted by Payton.
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