Death on the Daily

About Death on the Daily

Let's bring the conversation about death out of the shadows and into the mainstream, where it belongs. Podcast hosted by bereaved mother, coach and death doula, Tanya Wilkinson

Publisher

Tanya Wilkinson

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Aug 2024

Latest episode

9 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

120 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 Oct 2026

   Self-compassion body scan meditation for anticipatory grief

   A gentle guided meditation and self-compassion body scan for anticipatory grief and caregiver burnout. This gentle self-compassion body scan offers kindness and gratitude to every part of you that has been holding so much in your grief. This somatic practice offers a safe place to rest and give kindness back to your tired heart. Anticipatory grief is the grief we feel before a death - grief for any human or pet while navigating uncertainty, terminal illness, major life transitions and health journeys, aging or anything else. If you're caring for a loved one at the end of their life, keeping watch from a distance, or simply walking alongside them on the long goodbye, this meditation is for you. In this guided body scan meditation, there is nothing to fix and no pressure to relax on command. It is simply an invitation to set down the weight you've been carrying and let yourself be cared for.When someone you love is dying or aging, and you are holding anticipatory grief - your body carries it all: the worry, the watching, the love. In this practice, you'll gently move through the body, noticing where you may be holding tension, dread or exhaustion, and offering each place a few words of kindness. There's nothing to fix and no need to relax on command. It's simply a chance to be cared for, for a little while. You can return to this meditation whenever you need it: in the middle of the night, in the hospital car park, or in the five minutes between one task and the next. This is for you if... 💛 You are caring for someone through a terminal illness, dementia, or a long journey with health or aging. 💛 You are facing an impending loss, a major life transition, or an uncertain future. Your mind is constantly scanning ahead, and your body feels exhausted, tense, or vigilant. 💛 You are supporting everyone else and desperately need a moment to be supported yourself. 💛 You are feeling anticipatory grief - the exhausting limbo of grieving for someone whilst they are still alive. Disclaimer: This content is for entertainment and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. This practice invites gentle awareness of your body. Before you begin, check in with yourself and see whether it feels right for you to do this meditation today. You know yourself best - trust what feels right for you. This meditation is not a substitute for professional mental health care. Are you journeying with grief? Download my FREE Grief, Grace & Growth journaling ebook: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-grace-growth-journal JOIN GRIEF COCOON, my new monthly virtual event - a sacred space for grief in busy lives: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-cocoon Follow & Support Death on the Daily: * Do Like, Comment & Subscribe to this channel  @deathonthedaily * Share this meditation with a friend who might need it. * Subscribe to my Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/deathonthedaily/ * Buy me a coffee and support the production of this free podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/tanyawilkinson * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/death_onthedaily * Find out about my work including as a grief coach: www.tanyawilkinson.co.uk * YouTube: http://youtube.com/@deathonthedaily This meditation is edited by David Strutt, who you can contact here for any editing needs: davidstrutt2@gmail.com Chapters: 0:00: Introduction 1:04: Guided Anticipatory Grief Meditation Begins

2. 

   25 Sept 2026

   Why you’re already grieving before they die | Anticipatory Grief 101

   Are you caring for someone whose mind or body is slowly slipping away - or supporting a loved one as they navigate a terminal diagnosis? What you are experiencing has a name: Anticipatory Grief, and we are going to be unpacking this today. In today’s episode of Death on the Daily, certified grief coach Tanya Wilkinson pulls back the curtain on the silent tragedy of grieving before the end. We explore what anticipatory grief is, why it happens, and 3 practical tools to survive this emotional limbo without burning out. If this episode resonates with you, I’d love to hear any questions, reflections, or an honouring of any of your loved ones in the comments if you're watching on Spotify. Are you journeying with grief? JOIN GRIEF COCOON, my new monthly virtual support session - a sacred space for grief in busy lives: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-cocoon (https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-cocoon) DOWNLOAD MY FREE Grief, Grace & Growth journaling ebook: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-grace-growth-journal (https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-grace-growth-journal) GUIDED GRIEF MEDITATIONS PLAYLIST: https://youtu.be/JdQ60u1eHf8?si=72qCHQ5fV87Qdo-n (https://youtu.be/JdQ60u1eHf8?si=72qCHQ5fV87Qdo-n) GUIDED "FIND YOUR SAFE PLACE" MEDITATION: https://youtu.be/RO1G2oAOIEU (https://youtu.be/RO1G2oAOIEU) Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Nor is it a substitute for professional support. Follow Death on the Daily: Do Like, Comment & Subscribe to this channel  @deathonthedaily Share this episode with a friend who might need it. Subscribe to my Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/deathonthedaily/ (https://open.substack.com/pub/deathonthedaily/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tanyawilkinson_ (https://www.instagram.com/tanyawilkinson_)  (https://www.instagram.com/death_onthedaily) YouTube: http://youtube.com/@deathonthedaily (http://youtube.com/@deathonthedaily) Find out about my work as a Grief & Life Transitions Coach and connect with me here: https://www.tanyawilkinson.co.uk (https://www.tanyawilkinson.co.uk) The theme music for Death on the Daily is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Set Free by Katie Gray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which is used with artist's permission. You can connect with Katie and her music and work here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.katiegray.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is edited by David Strutt, who you can contact here for any editing needs: davidstrutt2@gmail.com (mailto:davidstrutt2@gmail.com) CHAPTERS: 0:00: Grieving Someone Who Is Still Alive 0:35: Welcome to Death on the Daily 1:10: My Personal Story: Dementia & Anticipatory Grief 2:15: What Is Anticipatory Grief? 3:20: The 3 Hidden Realities of Pre-Death Loss 4:45: Why Society Fails Caregivers Before a Funeral 5:50: Tool 1: Separate 'Grieving the Past' from 'Meeting the Moment' 7:30: Tool 2: Releasing the 'Guilt of Living' 9:10: Tool 3: Naming the Loss As It Happens 10:35: How Employers & Friends Must Step Up 12:15: A Final Message for Every Caregiver

3. 

   12 Sept 2026

   What 3 years of grief taught me about courage vs “strength”… (solo episode)

   What does grief actually make of us when we stop trying to "be strong" and start meeting our pain with a courage that allows for the messy and vulnerable parts? Three years after the devastating death of my daughter, Ngākau Raiona (lioness heart) due to a severe birth defect that was diagnosed at her 20 week scan, I’m sitting down to honour what would be her 3rd birthday by sharing the 4 most profound lessons in grief that have completely transformed my life — not despite my grief, but because of it. If you are currently wading through loss and grief — whether you are in the raw early days, years down the path, or simply trying to navigate a major life transition—this episode offers a deeply compassionate reframe. We break down why society’s obsession with "strength" is actually holding you back from real healing, how catastrophic loss strips away who you were to reveal a truer version of yourself, and why rebuilding your life takes its own sacred timeline. I also open up about a deeply personal update on our journey into IVF as bereaved parents, navigating PTSD and infertility, and how we can learn to resource our bodies when facing an uncertain future. 💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS & JOURNALING PROMPTS FOR HEALING: Courage Over Strength: Strength resists being moved; courage is the mental and heart-centered willingness to take the very next step, even when you're on your hands and knees. The Identity Shift: Ask yourself today: What is grief currently spotlighting in my life about what is and isn't important to carry forward? Body Connection: Learn to listen to your body’s nervous system when making restoration-based life changes or big decisions. 💬 COMMUNITY QUESTION: Where are you currently at in your grief journey? What resonated most with you from today's conversation? Drop a comment below—I read and respond to every single one Are you journeying with grief? DOWNLOAD MY FREE Grief, Grace & Growth journaling ebook: https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-grace-growth-journal (https://tanyawilkinson.co.uk/grief-grace-growth-journal) GUIDED GRIEF MEDITATIONS PLAYLIST: https://youtu.be/JdQ60u1eHf8?si=72qCHQ5fV87Qdo-n (https://youtu.be/JdQ60u1eHf8?si=72qCHQ5fV87Qdo-n) GUIDED "FIND YOUR SAFE PLACE" MEDITATION: https://youtu.be/RO1G2oAOIEU (https://youtu.be/RO1G2oAOIEU) Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Nor is it a substitute for professional support. Follow Death on the Daily: Do Like, Comment & Subscribe to this channel  @deathonthedaily Share this episode with a friend who might need it. Subscribe to my Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/deathonthedaily/ (https://open.substack.com/pub/deathonthedaily/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tanyawilkinson_ (https://www.instagram.com/tanyawilkinson_)  (https://www.instagram.com/death_onthedaily) YouTube: http://youtube.com/@deathonthedaily (http://youtube.com/@deathonthedaily) Find out about my work as a Grief & Life Transitions Coach and connect with me here: https://www.tanyawilkinson.co.uk (https://www.tanyawilkinson.co.uk) The theme music for Death on the Daily is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Set Free by Katie Gray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which is used with artist's permission. You can connect with Katie and her music and work here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.katiegray.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is edited by David Strutt, who you can contact here for any editing needs: davidstrutt2@gmail.com (mailto:davidstrutt2@gmail.com) Chapters: 00:00: Intro: Walking through the thresholds of grief 02:38: Courage vs. Strength: Why "being strong" can be a trap and why courage allows space for your scars 07:20: Unearthing Truer Versions of Yourself: How loss acts as a transformative portal for identity 12:11: The Lifelong Tattoo of Grief: Why it’s normal for loss to still feel surreal years later 15:20: Rebuilding on Your Own Timeline: Resisting societal pressure to "move on" 16:49: Personal Share: Entering IVF after loss, body connection, and preparing your internal toolkit

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• Katy Vigurs
• Lindsey Vigurs
• Deb Dana
• David Wells
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