Rainbow Bridge Connection- Pet loss and grief support

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Send us Fan MailIn this episode we talk about empathy and what you can do to communicate what you need. *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we talk about how to handle grief with another companion animal you have in the home. Some big announcements were announced as well! https://www.reddit.com/r/RainbowBridgeConnecti/s/V2x06u5O2mhttps://www.reddit.com/r/DogFoodAllergyHelp/s/X1L3lt4Ogm*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we have a special guest, Crystal Soucy​​​​​​​​​​​​​ who we've had a couple different conversations with. You will not regret listening to this very insightful and wonderful episode. You can find Crystal below! https://www.getcrystalclear.com/860-268-2134https://www.facebook.com/groups/1108488093688919*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we have a compilation of resources and books from past seasons. Britton Slaggle- Karma Sue- www.karmasue.orgDr. Kathleen- Caring Pathways- www.caringpathways.comLap of Love- www.lapoflove.comBooks:Dr. Liz Fernandez- Sacred Gifts of a Short life- www.wisdompaws.comPartice Karst- Invisible String- www.patricekarst.comNikki Paws for Talk- Fur the Broken Hearted- www.pawsfortalk.com.auEllie Laks- Cow Hug Therapy- www.ellielaks.comLisa Rimmert- Stay My forever friendship with an aging dog- www.lisarimmert.comAki  Yamaguchi- Heart Dog Angel in Disguise- www.heartdogbook.com*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailThis is the letter episode *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we talk about being present and making sure you are taking time to feel your feelings. *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I talk about journaling and why it can be important to choose hobbies or self care things that may have not been something you've either tried before or something that may have not worked for you in the past. *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailWHERE HAVE I BEEN? UGH*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I speak with Rebecca Schaper who is an amazing author. She is coming out with a book about her experiences with companion animal loss and her dog Gus. I think this is a great listen! You can find Rebecca and her books below:https://www.rebeccaschaper.com/abouthttps://www.amazon.com/stores/Rebecca-Schaper/author/B079XWBK1S?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailSeason 5 opener! *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailThis is Apollo's episode. *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we speak with Dr. Julie Austin who is a psychologist and life coach. Julie and I talk about her awesome background and how she got started with her focus on companion animal grief. With her expertise she started a service called Pawprints, which is a text messaging service designed to provide support, helpful information, and resources to individuals who are grieving the loss of a beloved pet.You can find Dr. Julie below!https://www.drjulieaustin.com/https://www.pawprints.care/Non-profit information for end of episode belowhttps://www.sfccc.org/veterinary-street-outreach-services*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I speak with Leslie Yerkes who has written 3 books about her experience with her beloved dogs. These books were created for young adults but I think anyone who would like to hear Leslie's story about her two beloved dogs Big Boy and Buddha Bear would be a great fit for this heartwarming story! Leslie is a fantastic story teller and this is a must listen. You can check out Leslie Below! https://www.leslieyerkes.com/https://www.leslieyerkes.com/blog/https://www.facebook.com/Leslie.Yerkes/https://www.amazon.com/stores/Leslie-Yerkes/author/B001JS4JP4?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we speak with Bonnie Harlan who created a non profit called prevent pet suffocation after a traumatic experience with her rescue Blue. This is a must listen, there is a lot of information on dangers for your companion animals and how you can help make your home safe as well educating people you may know on the dangers of pet suffocation. ***Trigger Warning***We do speak about companion animals that have passed from suffocation but I still think this episode needs to be listened to. Bonnie is very knowledgeable and really has a passion for making our homes safe for our companion animals. You can find Bonnie Below:https://preventpetsuffocation.com/https://www.facebook.com/PreventPetSuffocationhttps://www.instagram.com/preventpetsuffocation/https://twitter.com/4YouBlue2https://www.tiktok.com/@preventpetsuffocationhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKXhhXZ6cxqJczU88ZuqkDw*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we speak with Paul Koudounaris who is an author and historian. We talk about his latest book called Faithful Unto Death which is about Pet cemeteries, animal graves, and eternal devotion. In this conversation we talk about the negative connotations that comes from the grief of a companion animal and why pet cemeteries are so special. As a special and amazing treat, Paul tells us who created the ORIGINAL rainbow bridge poem. A back story on why it was created and why it's so important for the animal community.You can find Paul and his books below! https://www.thamesandhudsonusa.com/books/faithful-unto-death-pet-cemeteries-animal-graves-and-eternal-devotion-hardcoverhttps://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250217721/acatstalehttps://www.instagram.com/hexenkult/?hl=en*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I speak with Dr. Zoe Lumiere. You may know Zoe as Fenix "The Happy Dog's" and Ellie's mom. She wrote a book called The Blue Healer, this book is about her experience with love and loss and how to navigate grief. She is a trauma and grief coach who has learned through her own experiences with grief and loss how to connect with her clients. You can find Zoe and Fenix with the links below! This is a must listen. ALSO: Lets get her to goal for her book kickstarterhttps://bio.site/drzoelumierehttps://bio.site/fenixlumiereYou can find her book below! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/zoelumiere/the-blue-healer-by-dr-zoe-lumiere/posts*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we speak with Anne Marie Farage-Smith who is a licensed mental health counselor that specializes in grief. She wrote a Gold Seal Award from the non fiction authors association book called Healing Wisdom for Pet Loss- An Animal Guide to Grief. She uses her own experiences with companion animal loss as well as her experience with clients she worked with who were experiencing companion animal grief to create this guide. No matter what area you are in your grief journey this book will be a must read! https://farage-smith.com/*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I talk to Amy Pickett-Williams who is a grief psychotherapist and yoga instructor. Amy started a non profit called The Light Movement which helps people with any form of grief work on healing. This is a must listen! https://www.lightmvmt.com/https://www.facebook.com/lightmvmt/https://www.instagram.com/lightmvmt/*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we speak with Crystal with Crystal Clear coaching about her upcoming event. The end of the episode we talk about spooky season which as you all know is my FAVORITE time of the year. https://www.getcrystalclear.com/*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I speak to not one but two amazing guests. Sarah and Pat met through a companion animal business page and formed an amazing bond which lead them to co-write a book on companion animal grief. Sarah who is a LCSW and trainer, Pat who is a trainer and animal intuitive wrote this heart warming book that is a for sure read. You can find Sarah and Pat below as well as a link to their book. http://www.socoaatandtraining.com/https://theanimalspeak.com/index.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Last-Walk-Goodbye-Navigating/dp/B0CNLYZR8V/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3UQGZJUVHQIDK&keywords=beyond+the+last+walk&qid=1700500795&sprefix=beyond+the+last+walk%2Caps%2C130&sr=8-1*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we talk about mental health resets and how important it is to be listening to your body and mind. *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I talk about why it's important to have a plan ready in case of a death for your companion animals and we talk about the WEIRD thoughts we have when grieving, which are completely normal! *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we talk with Crystal who is with Crystal Clear Coaching. We talk about why support groups are important and how to handle grief. We also have a special announcement! You can find Crystal at the link below:https://www.getcrystalclear.com/https://www.facebook.com/groups/1108488093688919/?_rdr*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I give an update on where I've been and life stuff. *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we speak with Ellie Laks about her newest book Cow Hug Therapy. This book is a great read. The newest book by Ellie lends a voice for many of the animals that have come through The Gentle Barn. Each story is unique and very relatable. You can find Ellie's newest book and her information below. https://www.amazon.com/Cow-Hug-Therapy-Animals-Everything/dp/1608688682https://ellielaks.com*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we speak with Nikki who is a Grief Facilitator and the founder and director of Paws for Talk. This is a amazing episode that I think everyone will enjoy (EVEN THROUGH THE PEACH GROWLING) :/You can find out more about Nikki and reach her with the information below:https://pawsfortalk.com.au/https://www.facebook.com/p/Paws-for-Talk-100084485697856/https://www.instagram.com/pawsfortalk/*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we talk about triggers of grief and the Three C's of grief. *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we speak with Erika Sinner who is making waves and taking names when it comes to companion animal loss in the business world. Erika is a CEO and turned also author who has published her first book called Pets are Family. We discuss companion animal loss and what needs to be changed in a business setting to support people who are going through companion animal loss and grief.  This is a must listen. You can find Erika below:https://www.petsarefamily.info/*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we speak with Ellie Laks. Ellie is an Animal Behaviorist, Animal Communicator, Author and founder of The Gentle Barn. This is a great episode and I think Ellie's story will really resonate with anyone who loves animals. You can find Ellie and her amazing books below:https://ellielaks.com/You can check out The Gentle Barn Below:https://www.gentlebarn.org*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we check back in with Erica Messer the founder of Wolfie's wish!*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we talk about, Puppy. *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we speak to Heather Leigh who is a Galactic Canine Channel. Heather talks about her book and her experiences with loss and grief and how your spirit guides help you. You can find Heather at:https://heatherleighstrom.com/*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we will discuss what we want for 2024 and a recap of what 2023 brought us. *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we speak with Crystal Soucy who is the founder of Crystal Clear pet loss grief and life coaching about anticipatory grief and how to navigate boundaries. You can find Crystal with the link below. https://www.getcrystalclear.com/*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we speak with Britton who you may remember from episode 8 Season 1. Britton is the founder of the non profit Karma Sue. In this episode we talk about anticipatory grief, cancer diagnosis of a companion animal and things you can do to take care of yourself when caring for someone else. You can find Britton at:https://karmasue.org/*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailThe Dia de los Muertos episode! *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailSpooky Season episode part 2*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we talk about spooky season and keeping promises to yourself even if you're having a hard time. *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this baby episode I talk about a new opportunity that is coming your way! *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we talk about finding things to look forward to and living with intent. *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I talk about a couple write ins and a movie suggestion. This is a chill episode that isn't too heavy. *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we speak with Crystal Soucy​​ who is a pet loss grief and life coach. We talk about the realities of going through grief and how to navigate them. You can find Crystal on her website below. http://www.getcrystalclear.com/*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we speak with Melanie Savage who is a registered Social Worker in community mental health. We talk about the disparities of services for grief of companion animals with marginalized communities and the hopes of one day changing that! *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we speak with John Snyder with Agape Aquamation. Aquamation is a more environmentally safe alternative to cremation for humans and companion animals. You can find John's link to Agape Aquamation below.  This episode is great! John is extremely knowledgeable about the Aquamation process. **TRIGGER WARNING**We will talk about death in this episode. https://www.agapeaquamation.com/*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we discuss how to memorialize your companion animal. *These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we talk about TCC and where to find resources of past guests. https://rainbowbridgeconnectionpodcast.com/c-a-l-resources*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we speak with Louise Griffey who talks about unresolved grief and how to see signs you may be experiencing unresolved grief. You can find Louise and her information below! https://www.lightafterloss.ie/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086358870970https://www.instagram.com/_lightafterloss/?hl=en*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I speak with Nicole Strickland who is a afterlife and paranormal researcher who has many experiences with companion animal after life with her own loss of two very pivotal companion animals. You can visit Nicole's pages below:https://www.instagram.com/authornicolestrickland/?hl=enhttps://www.authornicolestrickland.com/*These are all ideas based on my options. I am not a licensed mental health provider. If you feel like you need a mental health provider I fully support using local resources to find someone who can help in that capacity. Sending Love and LightSupport the show