Grieving Insomniacs, a grief podcast.

Oct 26 2024 92 ep. 28 mins 2

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Grieving Insomniacs, where every tear shed is a testament to the love we carry in our hearts. Our mission is simple yet profound: to provide grieving mothers everywhere with a safe, sacred space where their pain is acknowledged, their grief is accepted, and their voices are amplified. Through the power of podcasting, we're dismantling the culture of silence that surrounds the grief of mothers, replacing it with a culture of support, empathy, and understanding. We envision a world where no mother suffers in silence.

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The Gaslighting of Grief

Oct 26 2024 36 mins

In this episode of Grieving Insomniacs, host Cristi Habermann shares her personal journey of grief following the loss of her son. She discusses the concept of gaslighting in the context of grief, where others deny or trivialize the grieving person's reality. Cristi emphasizes the profound impact of grief on her life and the societal pressures that often accompany it. She explores t

The myth of divorce after the death of a child.

Oct 06 2024 24 mins

https://ahealingplaceforgrief.com https://www.instagram.com/grievinginsomniacs/ In this episode, Cristi Habermann shares her personal journey through grief after losing a child and discusses the impact of grief on relationships. She explores common fears surrounding divorce after such a loss, the importance of communication and understanding between partners, and the role of forgiv

Survivor's Guilt and it's role in the death of a child.

Sep 21 2024 34 mins

In this conversation, Cristi Habermann delves into the complex emotions surrounding survivor's guilt, particularly in the context of losing a child. She explores the symptoms and implications of survivor's guilt, the concept of moral injury, and the challenges of navigating complicated grief. Cristi emphasizes the importance of self-forgiveness and finding meaning in loss a

Ramblings of a Grieving Mom.

Aug 25 2024 26 mins

In this episode, we explore the often overlooked emotional burden of grief in medical care. Many doctors are trained to treat the physical symptoms of illness but may struggle to fully understand or address the complex emotional and psychological aspects of grief that their patients experience. We'll discuss how the medical system often falls short in supporting those grieving,

Strength in the Storm: A Mother's Journey Through Cancer and Grief

Aug 04 2024 26 mins

In this heartfelt episode, we explore the profound and painful journey of a mother diagnosed with cancer, following the loss of her son, Christopher, to the same disease. We delve into the depths of fear, grief, and guilt, and discover how these emotions can shape a desire for a more authentic life. Join us as we discuss the lessons of grief, the resilience of the human spirit, and

Grief life updates and where I have been the last few months.

Jun 23 2024 22 mins

In this episode, we delve into the "Dark Night of the Soul," a term that describes the deep, transformative crisis many people endure during periods of intense grief and major life changes—at the same time, discussing the hiatus in podcast episodes due to life changes. Christopher's birthday and death day have recently passed along with the death of some dear famil

Grief Reflections: Navigating Mother's Day as a Grieving Mother

Apr 14 2024 23 mins

Welcome to Grieving Insomniacs the podcast where we explore the raw and real experiences of life, grief, and healing. I'm your host, Cristi Habermann and in today's episode, we're delving into a topic that holds profound significance for many: surviving Mother's Day as a grieving mother. Mother's Day, a day celebrated with joy and love, can also be a source of

The granddaughter episode, managing your grief when you are separated from your grandchild.

Mar 17 2024 25 mins

Today marks my granddaughter's 13th birthday, a day etched with profound significance in my son's tumultuous journey. It ranks as one of the toughest days he ever faced, second only to the heart-wrenching news of a cancer diagnosis on his 25th birthday. My granddaughter, just three months old when he passed away, remains a poignant symbol of love and loss in our family'

Friends, family and Grief

Mar 10 2024 24 mins

I've returned following an unintentional hiatus of a month. In this episode, I delve into a recent discussion I had with friends regarding the dynamics of friendships. Through this conversation, I realized that the experience of grief has altered the way I perceive these relationships. I find myself not feeling as intimately connected to people as I once did, and this extends t

Riding the Waves of Grief

Feb 11 2024 27 mins

Grief triggers can sneak up on you when you least expect it, catching you off guard. In my recent experience, one such trigger catapulted me back to the day right after Christopher passed away. As I found myself navigating the memories and emotions of that moment, it hit me – grief is not a hurdle to overcome; it's a lifelong journey. Join me in this week's episode as I