BREATHE, DON'T FREEZE! (10 COMPASSIONATE WAYS TO HELP SOMEONE IN THE FIRST 30 DAYS AFTER THEIR LOVED ONE HAS DIED -- INSTEAD OF IGNORING THEM)

Grieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out Loud

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Sometimes people don't know what to do or how to respond to a friend whose loved one has just died.
So, they freeze and do nothing, leaving their bereaved friend feeling alone and unsupported. If you're the type of person that freezes under these circumstances, this episode is for you.

Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.

This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.

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BREATHE, DON'T FREEZE! (10 COMPASSIONATE WAYS TO HELP SOMEONE IN THE FIRST 30 DAYS AFTER THEIR LOVED ONE HAS DIED -- INSTEAD OF IGNORING THEM)

Grieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out Loud

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Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.

This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.

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Grieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out Loud

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Connect with us! What happens when your grief support is met with silence? You’ve texted. Called. DMed. Offered comfort. And still—nothing. No response. No acknowledgment. Just distance. This is the part of grief support that no one talks about . We don’t often discuss what it feels like when you’re trying to show up and love someone through loss… and they shut you out. But it happens. And it doesn’t mean you did something wrong. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.…

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Just Because You’re Holding It Together Doesn’t Mean You Don’t Need Grief Support 2:42

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Connect with us! Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.

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Unfollowing Sad Grief Content: Choosing Healing Over Heartache 3:34

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Connect with us! Grief doesn’t go away but it does change. After losing my mother, I reached a point where I realized I couldn’t keep centering pain if I wanted to feel something different with the rest of my life. I'm talking about it in this week's podcast. I talk about my grief journey in a relatable way, no clinical jargon, just the realities of living through it. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.…

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It Wasn’t Just Me Who Lost Her 4:14

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Connect with us! When my mother passed away, I was consumed by my own grief — and rightfully so. But in a quiet moment of clarity, I had to face the truth: my spouse lost her too. My children lost her too. And they were grieving right beside me. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.…

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Father's Day... It's Complicated 4:14

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Connect with us! Not all fathers deserve to be honored. But every daughter deserves a father worth honoring. Let's talk about it... Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.…

Grieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl's Journey To Grieve Out Loud

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How It Feels When Your Friends are Celebrating Mother’s Day… and Your Mom Isn’t Here to Celebrate 4:48

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Connect with us! This one’s not for everyone — but if you’ve ever had to smile through Mother’s Day while carrying the quiet ache of loss… this is for you. I’m sharing from the heart about something we rarely talk about out loud: How it feels when your friends are celebrating Mother’s Day… and your mom isn’t here to celebrate. It’s tender. And it’s real. As someone who’s lived it — this isn’t about bitterness. It’s about honoring our grief in a world that moves fast and celebrates loud. 🐝 From the heart of Miss Bee… with love, reflection, and healing. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.…

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When People Ask: “What Are You Doing for Mother’s Day?” 4:55

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Connect with us! I figured out what works for me when it comes to celebrating my heavenly mother and allowing my loved ones to celebrate me on Mother's Day. I talk about that in this week's episode. You might want to chime in for this one. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.…

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You Don’t Get to Skip the Broken Version of Me 3:41

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Connect with us! Grief has a way of clarifying who’s really in your corner. And after years of slow, intentional healing, I’ve learned this truth: those who couldn’t sit with your pain shouldn’t expect front-row seats to your peace. In my latest podcast, I share a personal reflection on healing, boundaries, and the power of saying, “You don’t get to skip the broken version of me.” Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.…

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Grieving As An Only Child 3:58

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Connect with us! Lord have mercy, I don't think a human heart was meant to endure this, but somehow my ticker still beats. Here's another grief story for you... Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.…

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Connect with us! When you want to feel that connection once again with someone you loved with all of your heart and lost, EVERYTHING is on the table. Here's what I did. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.…

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Medical Forms and Mother Loss: The Question That Hurts Every Time 5:48

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Connect with us! I resented going to the doctor's office after my mom's passing and having to fill out forms disclosing she was deceased. I used to feel so confident in filling out those same forms and adding her information as the alternative emergency contact -- not to mention updating her after my appointments. That's gone now. I talk about this in my blog. No clinical jargon , no expert opinions, my raw truth of living through it. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.…

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Connect with us! If you know, you know about hair grease and our mothers. I talk about mother loss in an unfiltered and raw way, sharing relatable experiences without clinical jargon, no attempts to heal you. Just talking to you so that you feel less alone. Grieving Unapologetically is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll. This episode is brought to you by The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc. which exists to honor the late Beverly E. Carroll.…

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