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Grief is the New Normal is the podcast that refuses to sugarcoat loss—because grief isn’t a problem to fix, it’s a reality to live with. Hosted by Dr. Heather Taylor, a licensed psychologist with over a decade of experience in grief and trauma, this show dives deep into the messy, nonlinear, and very real ways grief impacts our lives. Whether you’re navigating the death of your person, wrestling with the weight of an invisible loss, or trying to figure out who you even are after everything changed—this podcast is here for you. With a mix of solo deep dives, expert interviews, and candid conversations, Dr. Taylor unpacks the emotions no one warns you about, challenges outdated grief narratives, and offers both practical tools and hard-earned wisdom to help you feel less alone. No toxic positivity. No “fixing” your grief. Just honest talk, validation, and the reminder that you don’t have to do this alone. Because in a world that wants you to move on, Grief is the New Normal is here to help you move through. Tune in for honest stories, practical tools, and a reminder that your grief—and how you carry it—is valid. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts.
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Monday Jul 29, 2024
Monday Jul 29, 2024
Join Dr. Heather Taylor in this episode of 'Grief is the New Normal' as she speaks with children's author Irma Prosser about her journey in writing and educating young minds about grief. Irma shares her personal experiences with pregnancy loss and how it inspired her to write her book, 'I Miss the Baby,' aimed at children aged 2 to 8. The conversation delves into the challenges of explaining complex emotions to children, the importance of normalizing and destigmatizing grief, and practical advice for supporting grieving children through play and empathy. Irma also hints at her upcoming book focused on explaining a loved one's cancer diagnosis to kids. This insightful dialogue provides valuable resources and strategies for both parents and caregivers in navigating the sensitive topic of grief.
Irma Prosser is a two time award winning author specializing in helping children process tough topics. As a Latinx mother of 5 children, three of whom left too soon, she understands how loss affects the entire family. She regularly donates books to hospitals, medical offices, and nonprofits to
help grieving families.
Connect with Irma Prosser here:
Website: www.IrmaProsser.com
Email:contact@IrmaProsser.com
Facebook/Instagram: @IrmaProsserAuthor
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I'm Dr. Heather Taylor, a licensed psychologist in Washington state. I've been practicing grief therapy since 2012 and am passionate about changing the narrative of grief in our current cultural climate. Grief is a universal lived experience and as such needs to be something we talk about without the taboo attached. I hope you'll join me as we work to adjust to the new normal we are living in and support one another in that process.
https://www.griefisthenewnormal.com
Dr. Taylor is also a co-founder of 'The Mourning Movement,' with Jen Reisinger, LMHC. The Mourning Movement aims to create spaces for grief education and community support to reduce isolation and stigma around grief. Be sure to sign up for more modern grief insights and resources at https://themourningmovement.myflodesk.com/resourcesandnewsletter
https://www.themourningmovement.com
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This podcast is meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information discussed in this podcast is not a replacement or substitute for therapy.
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