Grieving Out Loud: A Conversation with Lynn Lewis | Episode 141

The Things We All Carry

In this heartfelt episode of 'The Things We All Carry,' Stack interviews grief coach Lynn Lewis, who shares her journey through grief after the tragic loss of her son to suicide. Lynn talks about her mission to help others by sharing her own story and the importance of grieving out loud. They discuss the complexities of grief, the misconceptions around the stages of grief, and the critical need for self-care. Lynn also emphasizes the emotional toll on first responders and how her work aims to break the stigma surrounding mental health and grief. This episode is a reminder that it's okay to talk about our pain and loss and that doing so can be a powerful step toward healing.

00:00 Introduction to The Things We All Carry Podcast

00:45 Host's Personal Reflections and Struggles

01:45 Dealing with Grief and Emotions

03:39 Upcoming Episode Preview

07:19 Guest Introduction: Lynn Lewis

07:34 Lynn's Story: A Mother's Grief

08:11 The Impact of Suicide on Family

08:26 Lynn's Journey to Becoming a Grief Coach

09:25 Encouragement to Share and Heal

10:19 Conversation with Lynn Lewis

16:35 Daniel's Life and Career

24:37 The Day of the Tragedy

30:17 Understanding and Coping with Suicide

41:02 Turning Pain into Purpose

41:14 Sharing the Story: A Path to Healing

42:34 Navigating the Stigma of Suicide

44:02 Understanding Grief and Its Stages

47:11 Acknowledgement vs. Acceptance

48:42 Creating an Action Plan for Grief

49:45 Dealing with Guilt and Moving Forward

53:16 Coping with Anniversaries and Special Dates

57:35 The Importance of Talking About Grief

01:06:58 Resources and Final Thoughts