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The Grief Guardian Podcast

The Grief Guardian

Real talk for broken hearts. Hosted by Grant Cosgrove, this podcast is a lifeline for men navigating the pain of child loss—and for anyone ready to face grief with courage. No fluff. No filters. Just raw stories, practical tools, and the kind of deep healing they don’t teach you in school. Because grief doesn’t get easier—you just get stronger. Real conversations. True healing.

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 028: Is It...

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2025/11/05

🎙️ Episode 28 – Is It Possible to Heal Without Finding a Purpose?The Grief Guardian Podcast with Grant CosgroveWe’ve all heard the phrases — “Everything happens for a reason” or “You’ll find purpose in your pain.”But what if you don’t? What if your healing doesn’t come with a grand purpose or a clear “why”?In this episode, we explore one of the most honest questions in grief:👉 Can you truly heal without turning your pain into a mission, project, or cause?The answer — yes, you can.You’ll

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 027: How to...

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2025/10/29

Episode 27 – How to Support Someone Who’s Grieving: What to Say & Why It MattersWe’ve all been there — wanting to comfort someone who’s grieving, but not knowing what to say. You want to help, but your mind goes blank, and out comes the classic: “Let me know if you need anything.”In this episode of The Grief Guardian Podcast, we’re talking about how to truly support someone who’s grieving — what to say, what not to say, and why simply showing up means more than you realise.Grief isn’t a problem

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 026: Finding...

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2025/10/22

Episode 26 – Finding Meaning Through Someone’s PassingWhen someone we love passes away, it can feel like our entire world collapses. I know that’s how it felt when I lost my daughter, Mia. The question that follows — “Why?” — rarely has an answer that satisfies the heart.In this episode of The Grief Guardian Podcast, we explore what it means to find meaning through loss — not to explain it away, but to honour our loved ones in a way that gives our own lives new direction.Finding meaning isn’t about

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 025: Healthy vs....

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2025/10/15

Episode 25 – Healthy vs. Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms for GriefWhen grief hits—especially the loss of a child—it’s human to reach for anything that helps you survive the pain. But not everything that numbs you enables you to heal.In this episode of The Grief Guardian Podcast, we’re breaking down the difference between healthy and unhealthy coping mechanisms during grief.Healthy coping allows your heart to adjust slowly, making space for healing and love. Unhealthy coping may offer quick relief, but

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 024: Moving...

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2025/10/08

Episode 24 – Moving Forward, Not Moving OnHave you ever felt like life is moving on around you, but your heart is still stuck in the moment you lost someone? You’re not alone. In this episode, we explore what it really means to move forward without moving on—to live fully while still carrying your grief with love and honour.When I lost my daughter Mia, I thought “moving forward” meant I had to let go of her. But I’ve learned that healing doesn’t mean forgetting—it means learning to live with grief

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 023: The Pillars...

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2025/10/01

Episode 23 – The Pillars of HealingWhen grief knocked me flat after losing my daughter Mia, I found myself desperate for something solid to lean on. Over time, I began to notice there were three things that consistently helped me stand back up. I call them the Pillars of Healing:Connection to communityPhysical activityFinding purpose in the lossIn this episode of The Grief Guardian Podcast, I walk you through these pillars, why they matter, and how you can build them into your own healing journey

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 022: Grief...

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2025/09/24

Episode 22 – Grief Caused by Relationship BreakupsGrief isn’t only about death—it’s about loss. And one of the most overlooked but deeply painful losses we face is the end of a relationship.In this episode of The Grief Guardian Podcast, I’m diving into breakup grief—why it hits so hard, how it shows up in our lives, and what steps you can take to start healing when moving forward feels impossible. From the emotional rollercoaster and physical toll to the loss of identity and shattered future plans,

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 021: Physical...

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2025/09/18

Episode 21 – Physical Outlets for Healing from GriefGrief doesn’t just live in your heart or your mind—it shows up in your body too. Tension, restlessness, sleepless nights, even feeling numb—these are all signs your body is holding onto grief.In this episode of The Grief Guardian Podcast, I share how movement became a powerful tool in my own healing after losing my daughter. We’ll talk about why grief gets stored in the body, the science behind stress and muscle memory, and the physical outlets

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 020: Finding...

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2025/09/10

Episode 20 – Finding Support When You’re GrievingGrief is heavy, but you don’t have to carry it alone. In this episode of The Grief Guardian Podcast, I open up about one of the most difficult parts of my own journey after losing my daughter—finding the right kind of support.We’ll explore what support looks like, why it’s often so hard to ask for help, and the different ways you can find it—from friends and family, to support groups, counselling, spiritual practices, and even alternative outlets like

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 019: Dealing...

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2025/09/03

🎙️ Episode 19 – Grief and Special Dates: Birthdays, Anniversaries, and HolidaysThe Grief Guardian Podcast with Grant CosgroveSome days hurt more than others.In this episode, we’re talking about one of the toughest parts of grief — navigating special dates like birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and death dates. These moments can feel like emotional landmines, stirring up memories and intensifying the pain of loss.Together, we’ll explore:💔 Why special dates hit so hard — absence, memories,

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 018: Grieving...

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2025/08/26

🎙️ Episode 18 – Grieving the Loss of a PetThe Grief Guardian Podcast with Grant CosgrovePet loss is real grief. And it’s time we talked about it.In today’s episode, I dive into a type of grief that often gets overlooked—the death of a beloved animal companion. If you’ve ever loved a pet, you already know: they’re not “just a dog” or “just a cat.” They’re family. And when they’re gone, it hurts deeply.In this conversation, I’ll cover:🐾 Why losing a pet can feel like losing a family member💔 The 5

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 017: Dealing...

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2025/08/20

🎙️ Episode 17 – Grief & PTSDThe Grief Guardian Podcast with Grant CosgroveGrief doesn’t just break your heart—it can rewire your brain.Today, we’re talking about PTSD and grief—not the textbook version, but the raw, personal, lived version that can come from losing someone you love, especially a child.I never thought PTSD applied to me… until it showed up in the darkest chapter of my life.In this episode, I open up about:💔 The moment my life split in two—seeing my daughter, Mia, for the last

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 016: The Impact...

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2025/08/19

🎙️ Episode 16 – The Impact of Grief on MenThe Grief Guardian Podcast with Grant CosgroveMen grieve too—but too often, their pain is ignored.Society tells us to “be strong,” to “hold it together,” to be the rock for everyone else. But being the rock doesn’t mean we don’t feel. It doesn’t mean we don’t break inside.In this episode, I’m speaking directly to the men navigating grief. I share my own story of losing my daughter, Mia, and nearly losing my wife in the same storm—and the lessons I’ve

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 015: Tools for...

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2025/08/06

🎙️ Episode 15 – Tools for Working Through Grief: What Actually HelpsThe Grief Guardian Podcast with Grant Cosgrove“How the hell do I get through this?”Not “get over it”—because that’s not the goal.This episode is about real tools for surviving grief—mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually.After losing my daughter, I found myself searching for anything that could help me breathe through the pain without letting it drown me. Today, I’m sharing what actually helped—and what might help you

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 014: The...

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2025/07/31

🎙️ Episode 14 – The 5 Stages of Grief: What They Are and How to Work Through ThemThe Grief Guardian Podcast with Grant CosgroveYou’ve heard of the five stages of grief—Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, Acceptance—but grief isn’t a checklist. It’s chaos. It’s waves. It’s raw.In this episode, we break down the iconic Kübler-Ross model and get real about what each stage actually looks like when you're living it—not just reading about it.You’ll learn:🧠 What each stage really means (without

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 013: The...

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2025/07/23

🎙️ Episode 13 – “When the Words Go Quiet: The Grief of Losing Connection”Or: “Grieving the Child Who’s Still Here: When Autism Changes Everything”Today’s episode isn’t about death—but it is about loss.This one’s deeply personal, and incredibly important.What happens when your child becomes non-verbal due to autism?When the “I love you”s stop. When the conversations go silent.You’re left grieving someone who’s still here.This is called ambiguous loss—a type of grief most people don’t talk about.In

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 012: The...

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2025/07/16

🎙️ Episode 12 – The Different Types of Grief: Delayed GriefThe Grief Guardian Podcast with Grant CosgroveEver felt fine after a loss… only to be blindsided by grief months—or even years—later?In this episode, we explore Delayed Grief—a powerful, often misunderstood form of mourning where the emotions don’t show up right away. It’s not weakness, it’s not denial—it’s your heart finally catching up when it’s safe to feel.Whether you're in the thick of it or just starting to connect the dots, this

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 011: The...

The Grief Guardian Podcast ·

2025/07/09

🎙️ Episode 11 – The Different Types of Grief: Exaggerated GriefThe Grief Guardian Podcast with Grant CosgroveWhen grief doesn’t ease over time—but instead intensifies and starts to take over your life—you may be dealing with more than “just grief.”In this episode, we dive into Exaggerated Grief—a powerful and sometimes paralyzing form of grief that leads to overwhelming anxiety, deep depression, and destructive behaviours. It’s not about being “too emotional”—it’s about being emotionally flooded in

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 010: The...

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2025/07/03

🎙️ Episode 10 – The Different Types of Grief: Distorted GriefThe Grief Guardian Podcast with Grant CosgroveSome grief doesn’t come as quiet sadness—it crashes in like a storm.In this powerful episode, we explore Distorted Grief—a form of grief where emotions become extreme, unpredictable, or even destructive. From explosive anger to overwhelming guilt, distorted grief often hijacks the healing process and turns pain inward.If you—or someone you know—has ever reacted to loss in a way that felt

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The Grief Guardian Podcast - Episode 009: The...

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2025/06/25

🎙️ Episode 9 – The Different Types of Grief: Disenfranchised GriefThe Grief Guardian Podcast with Grant CosgroveWhat if your grief isn’t seen… or worse—dismissed?In this episode, we dive into Disenfranchised Grief—a form of grief that’s real, yet often unrecognised by others. When society tells you your loss “doesn’t count” or expects you to just move on, that pain doesn’t go away—it gets buried.If you’ve ever felt like your grief wasn’t valid, acknowledged, or even allowed… this episode is here to

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