Welcome to ”Grief & Grit: From Heartache to High-Fives with a Dash of Sass,” the podcast that turns the tables on traditional grief talks with a fresh, sassy spin. We dive into the messy, the awkward, and the downright hilarious aspects of dealing with loss because sometimes the best way to cope is with a little laughter and a lot of grit.
How to Show Up in Grief: Lessons from SupportNow CEO Jordan Arogeti
Greer and Simonie sit down with Jordan Arogeti, co-founder and CEO of SupportNow and host of the podcast Moms Like Me, to explore what it really means to show up for people in crisis.
Jordan shares how a simple idea — born from countless “cash and casserole” moments during COVID — evolved into a platform that helps people offer meaningful, practical support during life’s hardest seasons. From organizing meal trains and errands to understanding her groundbreaking concept of Support Languages, Jordan reveals how each of us can learn to give support in ways that truly help instead of overwhelm.
Together, they talk about:
The psychology of decision fatigue in grief and why “How can I help?” isn’t always helpful
Why small, consistent acts of kindness matter more than grand gestures
How to earn a grieving friend’s trust and avoid the “vanishing friend” trap
The importance of building a “village” before crisis strikes
Greer and Jordan also reflect on their personal connection — how Greer’s own sudden loss helped shape the early vision for SupportNow — and the evolving language of compassion that can transform communities of care.
✨ Take the Support Languages quiz at supportlanguages.com and learn your personal support style.
🎧 And check out Jordan’s podcast, Moms Like Me, where she continues the conversation on motherhood, resilience, and the messy middle of life.
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SupportNow.org
supportlanguages.com
Moms Like Me Podcast
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6 Oct 2025
Finding Cushions After Suicide: Rachael Strauss on Sibling Loss and Stigma
When Rachael Strauss lost her younger brother, Herschel, by suicide at 24, her world changed forever. In this candid conversation, she shares the “cushions” that helped her navigate grief, why she speaks openly to fight stigma, and how she celebrates her brother’s life while learning to walk a “new road.”
17 Sept 2025
Destigmatizing Suicide: A Mother’s Journey with Lynn Handmacher Chanin on Love, Loss, and Advocacy
In this episode of Grief & Grit, we sit down with Lynn Handmacher Chanin, who lost her 16-year-old son Benjamin to suicide 15 years ago. With candor, strength, and grace, Lynn shares how she navigated the initial shock, the unbearable grief, and the long road toward healing.
Through Ben’s story, Lynn challenges us to change the way we talk about suicide. She discusses the importance of language — why we should say “died by suicide” instead of “committed suicide” — and emphasizes that mental illness is just that: illness. Not weakness. Not shameful. And not a crime.
We talk about how grief and joy can live side by side, how peer support saved her life, and how she found love again with someone who deeply understood her pain. Lynn is now a powerful voice in suicide prevention and mental health advocacy, working with Survivors of Suicide, AFSP, and launching culturally relevant programs like Through a Jewish Lens.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone touched by suicide or walking alongside someone who is.
In this episode, we discuss:
Remembering Benjamin for who he was — not just how he died
The language of suicide: why it matters
The power of peer support and finding your people
Surviving the aftermath of suicide loss
Parenting while grieving
Finding love again with someone who understands grief
Creating culturally relevant resources for survivors
Why silence can be dangerous — and how conversation saves lives
Resources Mentioned:
The Link Counseling Center – National Resource Center for Suicide Aftercare
Survivors of Suicide (SOS)
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
“When Bad Things Happen to Good People” by Harold Kushner
💛 If you or someone you love is in crisis, please dial 988 in the U.S. to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
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💛 Reminder: If you or someone you know is in crisis, dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.).
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