A podcast and community to normalise conversations around grief

Death is something that everyone experiences at some point in their lives, so why is it still such a taboo topic? Sally Douglas and Imogen Carn, hosts of The Good Mourning Podcast, are on a mission to normalise discussions around grief through open and honest conversations, with a little touch of humour. The podcast sees Sally and Imogen interview various interesting guests to share how their losses have shaped their lives.

The first few episodes of the podcast are about Sally and Imogen’s personal experiences with grief through the death of their Mums, along with a guest interview with Author and Style and Mindset Mentor Sally Steele. Host Sally sadly lost her Mum to a rare complication of epilepsy, and Imogen lost her Mum to suicide. The topic of suicide is therefore often discussed on this podcast as Imogen feels that as there is so much stigma attached to suicide, if talking about it can make a difference, then something positive has come from her awful situation.

The pair often give tips for managing grief and they encourage their listeners to reach out for help, whether this be professional or simply asking a friend or family member for a helping hand while you are struggling. They discuss all different types of loss and the feelings and consequences that come along with it, as it is clear that everyone’s experience is different and extremely personal and therefore everyone has different ways of coping. 

They also have a Facebook community grief support group which acts as a safe and supportive space for anyone experiencing the loss of a loved one.

We recommend listening to this podcast if you want to hear how others have coped with the loss of a loved one, and if you want to join a community where you can talk openly to share your story, connect with others and remember your loved one with no judgement.