The Grief Guardian Podcast

🎙️ Episode 8 – The Different Types of Grief: Absent GriefThe Grief Guardian Podcast with Grant CosgroveWhat happens when grief doesn’t show up?In this episode, we’re exploring Absent Grief—a hidden and often misunderstood type of grief where there are no obvious signs of mourning. It can look like “coping well,” but deep down, something important might be missing: emotional processing.Whether you’re feeling emotionally numb, haven’t shed a tear, or you’re wondering why grief hasn’t hit you yet—this

🎙️ Episode 7 – The Different Types of Grief: Chronic GriefThe Grief Guardian Podcast with Grant CosgroveSome wounds don’t close with time—they just get quieter... until they don’t.In this episode, we explore Chronic Grief—a type of grief that lingers endlessly, weighing down the soul long after the loss. It's not just “taking longer to heal”—it's a feeling of being stuck in emotional limbo, year after year.If your pain still feels just as sharp as it did in the beginning, this conversation is for

🎙️ EPISODE 6 – The Different Types of Grief: Complicated GriefThe Grief Guardian Podcast with Grant CosgroveGrief isn’t one-size-fits-all. And for some, it doesn’t fade—it lingers like a shadow that refuses to lift.In today’s episode, we explore Complicated Grief, also known as Prolonged Grief Disorder. This form of grief is persistent, overwhelming, and deeply disruptive. It's not just "grieving for too long"—it's being stuck in emotional quicksand.You’ll learn:What defines Complicated GriefHow to

Grief isn't always a solo journey. Sometimes, it's a wave that crashes over entire communities—or even the world. In this episode of The Grief Guardian Podcast, we explore Collective Grief—a type of grief that goes beyond personal loss and taps into shared sorrow from events like natural disasters, public tragedies, pandemics, and more.We cover:💔 What collective grief really is🧠 Common signs and symptoms you might be feeling🌍 What causes this wide-reaching emotional experience🔥 How it impacts us

🎧 Episode Title: The Different Types of Grief — Anticipatory GriefPodcast: The Grief Guardian PodcastHost: Grant CosgroveGrief doesn't always begin with death—sometimes, it starts the moment we know loss is coming.In this episode, we explore Anticipatory Grief—the emotional response to a loss that hasn’t happened yet, but feels just as heavy. Whether it’s watching a loved one decline from a terminal illness or facing a life transition that signals an ending, anticipatory grief is a deeply human

Grief is a universal experience — but it's not one-size-fits-all. In this episode, we explore one of the most familiar forms: Common Grief, also known as Normal Grief.You’ll learn:What Common Grief really isThe key emotional, physical, and mental effectsCommon causes, from the loss of a loved one to major life transitionsHealthy ways to cope and move forward without “getting over it”If you're navigating the loss of someone or something important, this episode will help you feel seen, supported, and

Welcome to Episode 2 of The Grief Guardian Podcast with your host, Grant Cosgrove.In this episode, we take the first essential step on the path to healing by answering the question: What is grief? Understanding the emotional, physical, and psychological effects of grief is crucial to navigating it. Whether you've lost a loved one, gone through a breakup, lost a job, or experienced a major life shift—grief can hit in unexpected ways.I’ll guide you through:What grief actually isCommon emotional and

Welcome to The Grief Guardian Podcast. I'm your host, Grant Cosgrove, and this first episode is deeply personal.In Episode 001: Our Story, I share the heartbreaking yet powerful journey that led to the creation of this podcast—losing our daughter Mia Elizabeth. This episode is a tribute to her and to all those walking the lonely path of grief. Through raw honesty and heartfelt reflection, I explain why this podcast exists, what it stands for, and how I hope to support you.💔 What You’ll Hear in This