Love in Mourning is not about fixing grief, it’s about telling the truth about it.
Here I hold honest conversations about grief. The messy, complicated reality of loss, the waves, the myths that don’t hold up, the pressure to be “fine. I get real here. Sometimes alone and sometimes with a guest. I go to all the places most people don’t want to talk about, losing a partner, fading memories, holidays, old traditions and new, dating or not, how to life a life with purpose without creating “a silver lining”
In this space I strip away what isn’t real.
This podcast is growing and incredible guests will be showing up.
Join me as we unpack this life after loss, honesty, with tears and some laughs.
Thank you for being here.
Trying to recreate something we've lost ... never works.
Summary:
Kathie shares her personal journey through grief, loss, and the holidays, exploring how grief can change the shape our lives and traditions. She discusses the messy realities of loss, the pressure to move on(which we don't, we move with our grief as our world continues to move on), and finding new ways to embrace life after the tragedy of the death of a loved one.
key topics
The messy reality of grief and loss
The pressure to move on and how to cope
Creating new traditions after loss
The role of time in healing and growth
The importance of community and support during grief
Personal stories of holiday grief and resilience
The emotional journey of embracing new relationships
The significance of memories and honoring loved ones
takeaways
Grief is a messy, non-linear process that grows around life.
Traditions can be reimagined to honor loved ones and create new memories.
Time does not heal all wounds, but our actions within time can foster healing.
Sharing stories and support helps navigate the complexities of grief.
Embracing new relationships and traditions can bring joy amidst sorrow.
29 Jun 2026
Navigating a New Relationship as a Widow
In a world where grief is often misunderstood, many find themselves grappling with the complicated emotions that come after losing a loved one. This post delves into the delicate balance of honoring past relationships while embracing new love. If you’ve ever wondered how one could possibly move on after loss, or if you’ve faced judgment for your journey, this is for you. Key Takeaways Grief is unique: Each individual experiences grief differently based on their relationship with the deceased. Love can bloom again: Moving on to new relationships does not diminish the love once felt. Support matters: It’s essential to provide a supportive environment for those navigating grief and new love. As we navigate through life after loss, let’s remember that love is a continuum. It’s okay to embrace new relationships and allow ourselves to feel joy again. If you or someone you know is stepping into the world of dating after a loss, approach this journey with an open heart and mind. Listening and supporting can make all the difference.
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10 May 2026
From Loss to Legacy: Morgan Berry’s Journey of Healing
Welcome to season 2 and we are starting off in a very important way. We are talking about grief and men in this episode.
In this heartfelt interview, Morgan Berry shares his profound journey through grief, loss, and healing. Discover how he created Men's Haven, a supportive community for men, and learn valuable insights on navigating grief, mental health, and building resilience.
Key Points
Morgan Berry's personal losses and grief journey
The creation and mission of Men's Haven
The importance of community and vulnerability in healing
Tools and insights for navigating grief and emotional pain
Here are some takeaways
Morgan created Men's Haven to support men through grief. Authenticity is crucial for healing from grief. Men often feel pressure to be strong and stoic. Grief can be compounded by multiple losses. Family dynamics influence how we handle grief. It's important to allow oneself to feel emotions. Men's health is often neglected in favor of caring for others. Loss of identity can occur after significant grief. There is no right way to grieve; everyone experiences it differently. Understanding grief can help in supporting others. Loss of the future can profoundly impact one's life. Grief can lead to a reevaluation of relationships and legacy. Planning for the future is a loving gift to those left behind. Grief has ripple effects that touch all areas of life. Men often need a safe space to express their grief. Grief is a natural part of life and should be embraced. It's important to seek tools and resources to navigate grief. Grief can be an expression of love that honors those lost. Understanding one's emotions is crucial in the healing process. Sharing experiences can help others feel less alone in their grief.
Thank you Morgan for sharing your own unique story of loss, grief and the story of how you are creating a safe haven for men to heal.
28 Apr 2026
Grief and a little trip to Osoyoos BC
This episode talks about a little retreat in Oyosoos BC called Build Your Brave. It is my first official speaking gig. I was on a panel with 4 other amazing women. It confirmed how much I want to be a speaker and its something I believe I can do. I feel its so important to have the hard conversations, the ones we avoid but need to have. I share the experience. I hope you listen.
10 Sept 2025
Online Dating in your 60's Oh my...
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24 Aug 2025
Parent Loss a discussion with our daughters Part 2
Host [Host Name] and daughters [Daughter 1 Name] and [Daughter 2 Name] discuss navigating life and changing perspectives after parental loss in this interview.
6 Aug 2025
Adult Children and Parent Loss Part 1
Host [HOST NAME] interviews her daughters about their experiences with grief, exploring memories of their father and the challenges of caregiving during his illness.
13 Jul 2025
The Hug
This episode explores the profound human need for hugs, highlighting their physical, emotional, and neurological benefits in fostering connection and regulating the nervous system.
4 Jun 2025
Grief and the brain
This episode explores how grief impacts brain function, affecting cognitive processes and emotional regulation, ultimately emphasizing self-compassion during the grieving process.
22 May 2025
A Beautiful exchange on grief, loss, finding love and end of life ... we go there
My guest today is the amazing Tatjana Kozak a woman with a beautiful sense of self, peace, awareness and hope. She shares her stories of loss, of love and life embracing all things. We talk about end of life work, the end of life experience losing a loved one, we talk about finding love after the loss of the love the love of your, the stigma, the uncertainty and how Michael her first husband had a hand in sending Robin her husband now and the pain of pet loss. Grief is unique and you are the expert in your story of loss. We grieve what we love and what we loose. Tune in and find out more about Tatjana's grief journey.
8 May 2025
The Lie I carried
A vulnerable, honest expression of a moment in time trust was cracked but somehow we found our way back.
"Now, on this side of the story, I carry the ache of that omission, the regret of time lost, and the comfort of those final days where love didn't ask for perfection only presence."
1 May 2025
So how do you like the term "Widow" and other things
Today I get the honour and privilege of speaking with my dear friend Sue who I met last year shortly after her husband of almost 40 years died. She made the bold move of coming to a virtual Grief Over Dinner. We connected deeply. She is honest, loving, smart, and insightful. She is grieving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend and works in a high pressure job. To know her is to love her for real.
This podcast is not curated or edited - its raw, real, honest conversation.
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9 Apr 2025
The Myth of time
Thank you so much for being here listening to Love in the mourning...which I affectionately called good mourning...ooops. I combined my two vlogs Good grieving and Love in the mourning.
Today we are discussing the myth of time healing. Time does not heal it just keeps time.
I share a poem I wrote called "Learning to Dance Within it" by Kathie Powell
Learning To Dance Within it
A poem by Kathie Powell
Time
It gets a bad rap,
Like it's supposed to heal all wounds,
Like the ticking of seconds is some kind of salve for a broken heart.
But time
Time doesn’t heal.
It just keeps time.
A quiet, steady witness to our unraveling and our rising.
A metronome for life’s song.
No matter how offbeat it gets.
Time isn’t the healer.
We are.
Through the tears we let fall,
The love we still offer,
The forgiveness we learn to extend, especially to ourselves.
We confuse time’s purpose.
Call it insufficient when pain lingers days, months, years later.
But time never promised to fix anything.
Time only promised to keep going.
To show up, even when we don’t want to.
And I
I am grateful for time.
Grateful that I still have some.
How much?
No clue.
But I know it’s something precious.
Like currency.
And I want to spend it wisely,
After spending time wasting it.
I want to spend it
Laughing so hard my stomach aches,
Loving so deeply it scares me,
Learning something new just because,
Watching the sunset like it's the first time,
Growing into someone softer,
Crying without shame,
Feeling it all,
And living this wild, unpredictable,
Beautiful life.
Time doesn’t heal.
It reveals.
It reflects.
It remembers.
It runs out for each one of us
But keeps ticking.
So, I’ll keep pace with my time
Not chase it
But honour it.
To let time do what it does best:
Keep the beat,
While I learn how to dance within it.
31 Mar 2025
Welcome to Love in the Mourning
I’m so glad you’re here. This is a space where we talk about the inevitable—grief, death, and all the beautiful, hard things we’re often too afraid to name.
In this first episode, I’m reading an excerpt from my book, The Hardest, Not the Worst Year: A Widow’s Journey—a reflection on energy. How it cannot be destroyed, only transformed. Just like love. Just like us.
Each week we will tackle something different. There are over 43 different types of losses and we will get all of them, I hope. Once in awhile I’ll be joined by guests who will share their stories, thoughts, challenges, healing, and the moments that changed everything. We’ll talk about end-of-life wishes, vigils, legacy, grief (there are so many types of grief) and how to create beauty and peace for both the people who are at end of life and the ones who love them.
We’re unpacking the sacred, the messy, the funny, and the deeply human experience of living and of death and all the stuff in between.
At the heart of this is love.
Let’s begin.
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