Ep. 13 Managing Grief In and Out of Relationship ft. Melinda Chinen

Navigating Grief and Love with Melinda Chinen

In this episode of the Date Night Confessions podcast, hosts Zach and Michelle are joined by grief coach Melinda Chinen. The conversation delves into the process of intentional grieving and its connection to love and joy. Melinda shares her professional journey into grief coaching following personal losses and uncovers the importance of embracing grief to live wholeheartedly. Topics include the duality of grief and love, the personal transformations that accompany grieving, tangible tools for coping, and how to support a grieving partner. The episode emphasizes the role of vulnerability, compassion, and self-acceptance in grappling with loss while maintaining rich and fulfilling relationships.

00:00 Introduction to Date Night Confessions

00:22 Meet Our First Guest: Melinda Chinen

00:43 Understanding Grief in Relationships

02:21 Melinda's Journey to Grief Coaching

05:44 The Duality of Grief and Joy

08:04 Navigating Grief in Personal Relationships

09:59 The Complexity of Grief Emotions

18:55 Grieving Potential and Unlived Experiences

30:42 Healing and Grieving in New Relationships

40:38 Embracing Self-Forgiveness and Identity

42:40 Grieving the Inner Child

43:38 Different Roles in Family Dynamics

44:20 The Power of Disowning and Rediscovering Truth

45:24 Universal Experience of Grief

45:50 Aging and Physical Changes

46:35 Grief and Joy: Two Sides of the Same Coin

48:38 Supporting a Grieving Partner

52:30 Creative Outlets and Hobbies

58:35 Impact of Grief on Relationships

01:02:28 Quirky Habits and Personal Insights

01:11:11 Final Thoughts and Farewell