Journey to Grateful
Through the loss of my wife to cancer, I've discovered that many people – my support system included – don't know quite how to navigate through daily life after loss. Whether grieving themselves or wanting to help those they attempt to support, it's an uncharted path for many. I’ve come to understand the most valuable asset my family and friends possess is the ability to lift me up when I’ve needed it most with the simplest of gestures. There is no perfect formula to help someone grieve, the being there, listening, and providing a slice of normal is often exactly what is needed. The most difficult task for those on the outside is understanding the many facets of loss that are present almost every single day. This podcast was created to help us understand the process of loss with the help of those who are living it.
- Update frequency
- every 8 days
- Average duration
- 20 minutes
- Episodes
- 169
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
EP169 - When Grief Comes Again: Love, Family, and Unexpected Loss
Grief doesn’t always come just once—it circles back when we least expect it. In this deeply personal episode, Tim shares the recent and sudden loss of a dear friend and how that grief ripples through…
EP168 - The Weight of Milestones: Facing Birthdays, Holidays, and Anniversaries After Loss
Milestones can carry a surprising weight in the grieving process. Birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays — even the quiet, ordinary dates that hold personal meaning — can stir up emotions we thought …
EP167 - Grief Without a Timeline: Letting Go of “Should Be Over It by Now”
There’s no schedule for grief—yet so many of us feel the pressure to “move on” as weeks, months, or even years pass. In this heartfelt episode, Tim opens up about a recent, unexpected wave of emotion…
EP166 - The Body Remembers: How Grief Shows Up Physically
Grief doesn’t just break your heart — it takes a toll on your entire body. In this episode of Journey to Grateful, host Tim Bigonia explores the physical symptoms of grief that often go unspoken: the…
EP165 - Invisible Losses: Mourning What You Never Got to Say or Do
Not all grief is tied to a moment or memory. Sometimes, the deepest pain comes from what never happened — the words left unsaid, the milestones missed, and the future you thought you’d share with som…
EP164 - Embracing the Messiness of Grief: It’s Okay Not to Be Okay
In this episode of Journey to Grateful, I explore the powerful truth behind “It’s okay not to be okay.” I'll share why embracing your messy, honest feelings is not only normal but essential to healin…
EP163 - Helping Your Teen Navigate Grief After the Loss of a Parent
When a parent dies, teens face a unique, often silent struggle — and the surviving parent is left to guide them while carrying their own grief. In this heartfelt episode, Tim explores how parents can…
EP162 - Man Enough to Mourn: Embracing Grief as a Husband
We’re taught that men should be strong, stoic, and unbreakable — especially after losing a spouse. But real strength isn’t about hiding your pain; it’s about having the courage to feel it. In this ep…
EP161 - Beyond Missing Them: Grieving the World You Shared
Grief isn’t just about missing the person you lost — it’s about mourning the entire world you shared with them. In this episode, we explore how loss touches every corner of your life: the routines, t…
EP160 - Why Talking About Grief Matters So Much
Grief often feels heavy and isolating, but talking about it can bring unexpected healing and connection. In this episode, inspired by writer Liz Newman, we explore why sharing our grief matters, how …
EP159 - Grief, Community, and the Power of Being Seen
Grief often feels isolating, even in a room full of people. But letting ourselves be seen—truly seen—in our grief can unlock unexpected healing. In this episode, we explore the role of community in n…
EP158 - What More Can I Say About Grief?
In this episode of Journey to Grateful, I confront a question that’s echoed in the back of my mind more than I care to admit: What more can I say about grief? It’s not something others have asked — i…
EP157 - Explaining My Grief As I Approach Five Years
In this episode, I reflect on the approaching five-year mark since my loss—a milestone that still feels both distant and incredibly close. This time of year brings back the painful memories of those …
EP156 - Grief Support Regrets We Now Understand
Before we experienced grief ourselves, many of us did our best to support others — but often in ways we now realize may have missed the mark. In this episode, I share an article that resonated deeply…
EP155 - Finding Your Voice in Grief
Grief lessons often appear where we least expect them. In this episode of Journey to Grateful, I share an inspiring story that, at first glance, may not seem connected to grief at all. But look a lit…
EP154 - Grief, In A Word, Is…
Grief is a challenge — one that reveals itself slowly, day by day, turn by turn. In this episode, I invite you to walk alongside me as I explore the many pieces of grief’s puzzle, pieces we often don…
EP153 - Grief is Not a Burden to be Hidden
In this episode of Journey to Grateful, I explore a powerful quote about grief from an unexpected source—a well-known public figure who reminds us that loss is a universal experience. No matter our b…
EP152 - Anxiety in Grief
Anxiety is something many of us have encountered—whether through personal experience or by supporting someone who struggles with it. But when anxiety intertwines with grief, it takes on a sharper, mo…
EP151 - Beware of the Before and After of Grief
As I originally planned this episode, the calendar still read 2024—but life, in the best way, had other plans. An incredible opportunity led me to expand my career in a direction I’ve long been passi…
EP150 - To Cherish Every Moment
In this episode, we’re talking about something we all say but rarely do: cherishing every moment. It’s a mantra we’d all agree is worth living by, but let’s be honest—how often do we really pause and…