Episode 14

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30th Nov 2025

Questionable Grief Decisions: Wedding Bells Amidst Heartbreak

In this segment of "Questionable Grief Decisions" we explore the intricate and often tumultuous relationship between grief and decision-making. Jo Story, our guest and host’s mother, divulges her deeply personal experience of choosing to start wedding planning merely two days following the death of her brother. This decision, made amidst the fog of profound grief, epitomizes the complexities of human emotion and the often irrational choices we make in times of sorrow. Through candid reflection, Jo articulates the conflicting feelings that accompanied her choice, ultimately recognizing it as a manifestation of her grief and a misguided attempt to assert control over an uncertain future. This segment invites listeners to contemplate their own experiences with grief and the decisions made in its wake, while fostering an understanding of the shared struggles inherent in the grieving process.

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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.

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The Upside to Grief podcast is sponsored by Azadi Healing and Mady’s Tattoos.
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