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Holding Space On The Mountain

Amber Sirstad

It"s a place where we talk about grief, growth, and mental health.

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11:30

Christmas, Grief, and The Year of Firsts

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2025/12/23

Send us a text Christmas is often described as the most wonderful time of the year—but for those who are grieving, it can also be one of the hardest. In this episode, Amber shares vulnerably about her first Christmas without her Grandma and Grandpa Sirstad, who passed away just six days apart in March. This episode explores the year of firsts, how grief shows up in small traditions and everyday moments (like the absence of flannel bed sheets), and how faith can meet us in both sorrow and comf...

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13:28

Understanding Seasonal Depression

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2025/12/11

Send us a text An informative conversation about Seasonal Affective Disorder—why it happens, how it impacts mood and energy, and practical ways to find light in the darker months. This episode offers compassionate insight, evidence-based strategies, and hope for anyone navigating seasonal depression. Support the show

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14:37

Holding Grief With Gentleness on Thanksgiving

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2025/11/28

Send us a text A gentle Thanksgiving episode exploring the meaning of the empty chair—how grief shows up at the table and how we can honor love, memory, and our own emotional pace today. A soft, reflective space for anyone missing someone this holiday. Support the show

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9:18

Holding Space For Grief On The Mountain

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2025/11/20

Send us a text Grief changes us. This episode offers a soft place to land as we explore loss, love, and the slow work of finding our footing again. Support the show

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16:47

When Loss Has No Clear Ending

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2025/11/13

Send us a text In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain, we explore ambiguous grief — the kind of loss that doesn’t have a clear ending or closure. Whether it’s the fading presence of a loved one through illness, a relationship that ended without answers, or the ache of someone still alive but emotionally gone — ambiguous grief asks us to hold two realities at once: hope and heartbreak. Support the show

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13:24

Restoring the Caregiver's Soul

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2025/11/10

Send us a text Caregivers often give endlessly — until there’s nothing left to give. In this episode, Amber explores how chronic caregiving impacts the mind, body, and spirit, and how to find renewal through rest, boundaries, and community. A compassionate conversation for anyone feeling unseen, exhausted, or longing to breathe again. Support the show

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10:26

Pushing Yourself Without Crushing Yourself

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2025/11/06

Send us a text In this episode of Holding Space on The Mountain, Amber explores how to navigate life’s hard days with both perseverance and compassion. She shares practical strategies for moving forward—even when everything feels overwhelming—while emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and gentle persistence. Support the show

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10:30

The Layers of Loss

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2025/10/31

Send us a text Explore the complexity of grief in this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain. We discuss the emotional, physical, and non-linear nature of loss, how it intersects with mental health, and practical ways to navigate grief while finding support and growth. Support the show

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9:52

Understanding The Nervous System

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2025/10/29

Send us a text In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain, Amber starts to explore how the nervous system shapes our emotions, reactions, and healing. Learn how stress, trauma, and grief impact your body’s rhythms — and discover gentle, practical ways to help your mind and body find calm again. A grounding conversation about understanding your body’s signals and returning to safety, one breath at a time. Support the show

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60:42

Losing Vision and Finding Strength

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2025/10/25

Send us a text In this moving episode of Holding Space on the Mountain, Amber sits down with her dear friend, Letea, to talk about her journey of losing vision — a diagnosis she received in her early teens after first noticing changes at age 11. Together they explore the physical adjustments, emotional challenges, and the deep resilience that comes with adapting to life in new ways. This is a story about courage, faith, and redefining what it means to see the world. Support the show

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10:52

The Power of Acceptance

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2025/10/20

Send us a text In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain, Amber opens the door to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) — a mindful, compassionate approach to emotional healing. Learn how acceptance isn’t giving up, but rather making space for the full human experience while still moving toward what matters most. Through reflection and encouragement discover how to drop the tug-of-war rope with your pain, align with your values, and find peace even in life’s storms. Support the show

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8:40

Understanding ADHD with Compassion

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2025/10/14

Send us a text In this episode, we start to explore what ADHD really is — beyond the stereotypes. From how it affects attention, emotion, and daily life, to how we can show ourselves (and others) more compassion, this short episode brings clarity and hope to a misunderstood diagnosis. Support the show

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10:26

The Healing Power of Sleep

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2025/10/12

Send us a text In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain, we explore the quiet, restorative power of sleep — and why rest is essential for healing both body and mind. When we’re grieving, anxious, or overwhelmed, it can be hard to slow down, but sleep is where our nervous system resets and our heart begins to mend. Join Amber for a gentle reflection on how sleep impacts mental health, emotional balance, and spiritual restoration — and learn simple ways to reclaim rest in a world that r...

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11:05

Introduction to Attachments

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2025/10/07

In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain, we explore how early connections shape the way we love, trust, and relate to others through the lens of attachment styles. Support the show

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7:16

The Changes of Seasons

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2025/09/24

As the seasons shift, so do we. In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain, I explore how the change of seasons can stir up memories of loss, impact our mental health, and remind us of the rhythms of grief. Together, we’ll lightly reflect on what it means to care for ourselves during times of transition. Support the show

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10:52

The Gift Of Holding Space

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2025/09/18

In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain, we lightly explore what it really means to hold space—both for yourself and for others. We’ll talk about how presence, compassion, and non-judgment can create room for healing, and why it’s just as important to extend that same care inward. Whether you’re supporting a loved one through grief or learning how to care for your own heart, this conversation offers gentle guidance and encouragement for the journey. Support the show

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11:15

Talking About The Heavy Backpack (Depression)

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2025/09/12

Depression can feel like climbing a mountain weighed down by fog and heavy packs. In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain, Amber explores what depression is—and what it isn’t—while offering gentle, practical ways to hold space for yourself or someone you love in the midst of it. Support the show

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15:49

Caring for Yourself in the First Months of Grief

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2025/09/03

In the early months after loss, even simple daily tasks can feel impossible. In this episode of Holding Space on The Mountain, Amber explores gentle, realistic ways to care for your body, mind, and spirit in the midst of grief. Small acts of survival—like drinking water, resting, or reaching out to a safe friend—become meaningful steps toward healing.

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70:45

Rachelle's Story of Facing the Unthinkable at age 19

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2025/08/30

In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain, I sit down with my friend Rachelle Bisbee as she shares her story of losing her mom at just 19 years old. Rachelle paints a vivid picture of the moment she walked into the hospital room and saw her mom on life support. She opens up about the ways she coped—sometimes through dark humor, sometimes by leaning on her community—and offers a raw, heartfelt look at grief and resilience.

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8:25

When The Inner Critic Isn't Kind

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2025/08/27

In this episode, Amber begins to explore the inner critic and how to quiet it with compassion.

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