Episode 4

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21st Sep 2025

Grief Deck Pulls: That sounds like waterboarding yourself!

We are excited to Introduce one of the many segments on the podcast "Grief Deck Pulls". This segment elucidates the therapeutic utility of engaging with grief through the practice of "Grief Deck Pulls." We, as hosts, delve into the significance of utilizing specialized decks that encompass rituals, meditations, and tools aimed at navigating the tumultuous waters of loss. In our discussion, we share personal anecdotes that highlight how these practices facilitate grounding and provide actionable insights during moments of emotional disarray. The segment further explores the metaphor of water as a transformative element, emphasizing the necessity of confronting grief rather than circumventing it. Ultimately, we invite our listeners to reflect on the importance of self-compassion and nurturing during their own grief journeys.

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Sponsorship for The Upside to Grief

Mady's Tattoos Madys tattoos is based out of mission beach California where She specializes in Japanese traditional , black and grey , photography, art, and media. Mady believes that tattoos can be more than art, they are milestones, memories, and reminders of how far you’ve come. To learn more or book a session you can find her on instagram at madys_tattoos. Azadi Healing Azadi — which is FARSI for freedom — empowers individuals and communities through trauma-informed care and events such as nervous system regulation, reiki, sound healing, breathwork facilitation and more. Whether you're exploring healing or navigating grief, Azadi Healing offers a sacred space to come home to yourself and find your center. Remember that you’re never alone on this journey. Visit azadihealing.com

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About the Podcast

The Upside to Grief
Grief Podcast
Is there an upside to grief?

Your host Story created this podcast to explore just that.

On The Upside to Grief podcast, Story and her guests will share their personal stories with grief and how it can be a transformative force. Story will have one-on-one conversations with guests about the language around grief, redefining society’s views, and breaking cultural norms around grief. Quirky segments discussing other aspects intertwined with the grieving process such as; "Grief in the Wild", "Moments of Knowing", and "Questionable Grief Decisions" aka QGD's will follow each guest’s chapter.

Story doesn't tip toe around the subject and shares unapologetically about her views and opinions. In order to create a positive change and still acknowledge that grief just straight up sucks, we need to start normalizing having these uncomfortable conversations.

Story invite's you to join her on this deeply personal and supportive journey as we all explore the transformative power of navigating loss.

You can follow The Upside to Grief on all social media linked below:
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The Upside to Grief podcast is sponsored by Azadi Healing and Mady’s Tattoos.
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Azadi Healing
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Website: https://azadihealing.com/

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IG: @Madys_Tattoos
FB: Madylyn Leclair

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