Surthrival Podcast with Stacia

Welcome to Surthrival, a place to befriend grief for healthy healing. This podcast is for those experiencing grief and for those who know someone who is experiencing loss. My goal is to provide principles to help you navigate through the complicated and painful world of grief.

Surthrival Podcast with Stacia is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 38 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Surthrival Podcast with Stacia, a education show with 38 episodes published.

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  Episode #39

  Surthrival after Human Trafficking

  Aug 21, 202636 minS2

  Warning: This episode contains information about sexual abuse and human trafficking and may not be appropriate for younger audiences. This episode of “SURTHRIVAL: Grief of Being Single” is around a difficult topic – Human Trafficking and Sexual Abuse. This podcast explores healing from loss of all kinds and does not shy away from difficult subjects. My guest, LeAnn Walters, is a Case Manager at NAHT Coalition https://www.nahtcoalition.org/ , working with women who have escaped the bondage of human trafficking. She is a graduate of the Well House https://www.the-wellhouse.org/ . Together we explore the grief and loss experienced due to substance addiction and human trafficking. If you or someone you know needs help contact https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en or call 1-888-373-7888 TTY: 711 Text* 233733

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  Episode #37

  Divorce SURTHRIVAL - Death without a Casserole with Dr. Erica Jewell

  Jul 29, 202636 minS2

  Divorce is a type of special kind of grief. In the death of a marriage, there can be feelings of shame, anger, disappointment and betrayal. Unlike loss by death, others don’t often attribute the divorce as grief and rarely help the person who is left alone in their sadness. Erica Jewell shares with vulnerability about her grief experience regarding her divorce. She reveals some of her deep feelings of loss and embarrassment. More importantly Erica shares how she worked through her mourning: - Hiking with friends – grief shows in your body, nature heals - Finding community – fellow hikers - Warnings about reverting back to the self you thought you’d left behind - Examining rejection - Guarding your emotions - not looking for attention and validation in dating again Erica’s journey through her divorce will resonate with singles who are experiencing grief. Her story may also help married people be more empathetic and intentional when someone you know experiences divorce.

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  Episode #38

  Where Do I Start Grieving? - Surthrival 101

  Jul 29, 20267 minS2

  Surthrival 101 Keys to befriending grief, leaning into loss for healthy healing Grieving is hard work, and for that reason many put it off. Unfortunately, the only way through grief is to face the darkness head-on. Surthrival principles help those dealing with loss begin their journey or assist them when they get stuck in the process. This is a list of the basic principles with definitions. There are episodes that correlate to the principles, but this quick list is a good start to this difficult journey. Take a step. The way is rocky, but these tools can help you navigate your way. Feel the Feels All humans feel – there’s no escaping feelings. Feelings are natural – it’s what makes us human. Feelings are neutral – neither good nor bad. It is imperative to allow yourself to feel all emotions, though not all emotions feel pleasant. Failure to feel the feels will block your grief journey. Identify/Label the Feels Specifically labeling the exact feeling allows you to get in touch with where you are in your grief journey. This may require some soul-searching and use of a list of feelings, but the result is an examination that helps you understand yourself better. Express the Feels Appropriate expression of feelings allows you to deal with emotions in healthy ways. This looks different depending on what that emotion is (see Identify the Feels). Anger often requires a physical (even violent) act. Creative expression (drawing, singing, dancing, painting, poetry) is especially helpful, as it uses different parts of the brain, often bypassing the rational which allows for deeper healing. Nature Heals Taking a walk in nature is key to healing. It boosts your immune system, lowers cortisol levels, reduces blood pressure and promotes relaxation. Being surrounded by nature improves your mood, reducing anxiety and depression. It also alters brain activity in your prefrontal cortex, the part that regulates emotions. Practice Gratitude Counting your blessings is a healthy way to keep your emotional state balanced. It’s not a Pollyanna approach, but simply a practice of realizing that no matter how dire your circumstances or how deep your grief, you have things/people to be grateful for. Speaking or writing these shifts your perspective. Reframe The practice of looking at circumstances from a different perspective provides a way out of unhealthy thinking traps. Though the facts of what you’re going through don’t change, your thoughts about those unpleasant things can make it bearable. Community It is nearly impossible to heal alone. When you’re grieving, you need people to be present for you and with you. There are times you’ll desire to be alone with your grief; just don’t get stuck there. Time with others you trust reminds you that you are not alone, that you are loved. One of the best healing methods is to find a way to serve others.

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  Episode #36

  Born into Grief, Single and Satisfied: Lisa McNair

  May 22, 202632 minS2

  Lisa McNair was born to grieving parents who lost their first daughter, Denise McNair, one of four Black girls killed in the 16th Street Church Bombing on September 15, 1963. From the beginning she felt the heavy load of bringing joy, being perfect and doing all the right things due to the horrible loss of a sister she never knew. Part of this narrative for her was the importance of getting married. Though this was what Lisa desired, she's never found the right person…at least not yet. She watched her friends marry and grieved her singleness for decades. Only in the last couple of years after the death of her mom, has she come to grips with being unmarried and become content. We talk about some advantages of being single and the importance of knowing ourselves. Her advice to her 25-year-old self would be – GO LIVE YOUR LIFE! Don’t wait for someone to complete your joy. Lisa McNair is an author, speaker, photographer and activist. She is lively, funny and shares the story of her life as being famous for a tragic reason. Speaker: lisa@speaklisa.com Author: https://www.amazon.com/Dear-Denise-Letters-Sister-Never-ebook/dp/B0BBNH76X6

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  Episode #35

  Columbus Widows' Club: Finding Purpose in Being Single Again

  May 15, 202632 minS2

  Susan Hoskins (my long-time friend) and Carolyn Weaver of Columbus, GA became friends through small groups at church. When Carolyn couldn’t put one foot in front of the other, her granddaughter took her to church. Susan, however, ran like a horse out of the gate, eager to re-enter a spiritual community she’d been missing while caring for her ailing husband. They found each other on the A-Team (Admin Team), a small group of servants who stock the shelves at the Columbus campus of Church of the Highlands. They found comfort and friendship through this team and two other groups that consisted of widows. They renamed the one where they play games, “The Fun Group for Widows”. Susan also found joy in frequent trips to art events and walks with her intentional friend, Carol, who at their first lunch handed her a single-spaced sheet full of events to which she was invited. While Carol admitted she didn’t know how to help Susan, she invited her along to what she was already doing. Turns out she did know how to help! Carolyn makes sure she leaves her house every day even if it’s just for a carwash or to get gas. Twice a week she eats by herself at her favorite chicken restaurant where she’s even met some other regulars. Routine helps her in her grieving, and she knows without a plan she could be too much of a loner. SURTHRIVAL tips for widows include: · Find purpose. They found theirs through service. · Find community. You may have to do the inviting or put yourself out there. · Establish routines. Having a reason to get out of bed and something to do helps. · Do things you enjoy even if you have to force yourself initially. · Find ways to reclaim spaces that may be triggers. Ask a friend to help. · Explore new things (this one’s mine). You’ll never know ‘til you try.

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