Resting Grief Face

In part two of this conversation on Resting Grief Face, Sarah continues exploring the layered reality of pet loss and the deeper themes that often surface alongside it. Through honest conversations this episode gently navigates the complexities of comparing grief, particularly the differences and overlaps between pet loss and child loss. With compassion and care, this episode honors the reality that all grief is rooted in love, while also recognizing that the loss of a child carries a uniquely profound and life-altering weight that cannot be compared. Rather than placing grief side by side, it invites listeners to simply honor their own experience, find connection where it feels supportive, and be gently reminded that every relationship we grieve leaves a meaningful and lasting imprint.

In this deeply personal episode of Resting Grief Face, Sarah explores the often overlooked grief of losing a beloved pet. Through her own recent losses and conversations with veterinary professionals from Colorado State University, this episode gently unpacks the profound bond between humans and animals and the heartbreak that follows when we have to say goodbye. Together, they explore the emotional weight carried by pet owners and veterinary teams alike, the complexities of euthanasia, and the importance of honoring grief that is so often minimized. If you’ve ever loved and lost an animal, this episode is a reminder that your grief is real, valid, and rooted in love.

Grief isn’t just an emotion it’s a full-body experience. In this episode of Resting Grief Face, we explore how loss shows up physically, from the knots in our stomachs to the ache in our chests, and how our bodies can become powerful allies in healing. Yoga instructor Mariah Bailey shares how movement and breath helped her navigate identity loss and how understanding the body’s physiological response to grief can change the way we heal. Then, Reiki practitioner Sharayah Beecham offers a look at the energetic side of loss and how subtle shifts can bring release and balance. Because when grief lives in the body, the body is also where healing can begin.

Grief is heavy but sometimes, laughter sneaks in. In this first episode of Resting Grief Face, I share a raw story from the day my son died and how unexpected humor gave us a moment to breathe. Joined by my daughter Abi, we explore the messy, awkward, and healing role of humor in grief from “Dead Brother Jokes” to the ripple effects of grieving our own way. It’s raw, it’s real, and yes… it’s funny. Kind of.