Thank you for helping me navigate this difficult time in my life.

I grew up with 2 mothers, my biological mother and her partner, and they are both addicts. I lost my step mother to a heroin overdose while I watched my mother overdose in my arms countless times. I wanted to point out a few things that were missed in this podcast .. setting aside the emotional / psychological reason behind the loss of my stepmom, the sciencfic reason behind her death was the amount of fentanyl in the heroin she purchased.. the intention behind her use was to get high, not to die however this does not qualify under “unintentional death due to excessive use” .. also something more important that was missed, I belong to a Nar-Anon Program now for 2 years which has changed my life drastically. Nar-Anon is a 12 step program for those affected by an addicted loved in, family member or friend. We need more awareness that this program is put in place to help with grief, guidance and turning the power back to yourself while learning how to detach with love. My experience with drug addiction is very intense and not a topic I take lightly. I suggest bringing in a speaker who can tell that story to help listeners reach out to a program. -Taylor Caiafa

Love the show! Can y’all talk about a person losing abilities earlier in life because of a condition such as MS? I’m living it at 40 years old and some days are mentally hard.

This podcast has been such a blessing to me. I lost a loved one a little over two months ago, and I couldn’t get through the long work days without this in my ear. Both hosts do an amazing job. Thank you for providing this resource... it makes a difference!

Would love some guidance on how to grieve during C19 when your sister in Australia dies suddenly/tragically/suspiciously during Covid (non-covid related death) and you live in the USA. With Australian borders closed I was not able to attend funeral or celebration of life, I feel completely in denial about my sisters passing yet I know it’s true. Any guidance would be appreciated.

I have been following these ladies for 6 yrs now. Prompted by the loss of my husband, 02/14/2014, I couldn’t find any resources or groups to fit my schedule so when I came across their social media pages I followed/liked and from there it was the blessing I needed it to be. What is awesome is that they give practical suggestions in the most nonjudgmental ways I’ve ever experienced. And I find it the same with those that follow the WYG ladies. I have enjoyed several of their online classes and this summer have discovered their library of podcasts. Right now their review of the movie “Wild” is my favorite. It has prompted me to read the book and I have plans to watch the movie. I am sure as I work my way through all their podcasts I will find other ways that help and speak to me about the grief in my life...David - 02/14/2014, Catherine- 12/01/1989, Dad - 02/13/1980 Carm

I love your articles, your website and your Instagram account. The podcast feels too off the cuff and there is so much talking before any points are made. I want to like it but it gives me a bit of a headache. I keep trying but wish it was a bit more scripted and succinct so I get more take aways without having to be so patient. Thank you for your hard work to help with grief!

Great content and such a novel, important concept! Loved the episode on losing “home.” There is a persistent “buzz” in the background that makes it hard to listen; perhaps invest in a better mic, as this content is great and would be wonderful for people to be able to listen to.

The banter back and forth takes the topic of grief and makes it flippant and almost comical. If you are really needing support through something this isn't it.

I appreciate this podcast so much because I lost my mom almost 10 years ago. I wish they were consistent in making new episodes but I know this isn’t their full time gig! Check out their blog and their IG for resources related to grief! Keeping be real and honest. I wrote a book about my grief journey so if you ever need a guest 😉

i love this podcast. i truly relate to everything. my only complaint is the constant "right" and "yeah" and "yes" and little words that the one woman says while the other is speaking. very annoying. kind of makes it tough to listen to once you're aware of this happening throughout the whole podcast.

These podcasts have allowed me to help myself in knowing what my grief triggers are, how to cope with them and live my life after the death of my brother. These women are so compassionate and mention different scenarios so you feel your loss is addressed. There is discussions of pros and cons which are helpful as well. These podcast inspire me to keep pushing and know my feelings are normal and I am not alone in this journey.

I really enjoy this podcast and appreciate the realness (for lack of a better word) of the girls. They bring up great topics that I can always relate to and though I have not recently lost a loved one, I have experienced some traumatic deaths in the past that I probably never properly grieved over (if that’s a thing haha) and I think listening has really helped me deal with some of these suppressed emotions. I am also realizing there are many different types of grief and things that people grieve over other than death and it has helped me with other issues in my life that I would have never imagined. It’s inspirational and helpful without being corny or overbearing and makes you think about things that you may not normally think about or have pushed to the back of your mind. Very relatable and always makes me feel better after listening

I was looking for a podcast about grieving because I recently lost my brother and holidays are here! I appreciate you ladies giving advise about grieving. Some of your comments are quite helpful. I have a bit of constructive criticism for you. While one lady is speaking, the other is in the background saying, “yes, uh huh, yeah, right, uh huh, hum, absolutely, yep!” This behavior is quite distracting and for me I miss some of the good content because I get focused on how many times the voice in the background is going to speak. Thank you though for trying to help those of us who are grieving.

Evidence based, credible

It's so refreshing to hear such a conversational and at times light and bubbly discussion about grief and loss. It's clear that the Elenor and Litsa care deeply about the subject matter and have created a space for people to find resources and support across many platforms. Their obvious chemistry with each other makes the flow of the show so natural and fun to listen to despite the heaviness of the topic at hand.

I have lost my best friend a few years agao and this podcast helped me deal with my pain, grief, and heartache. This podcast especially helped me understand the therapy is always a good resouce and grief has no timetable. Thank you so much for allowing me to continue down the road from difficult grief to hopeful healing.

I came here looking some guidence and insight on grief and got a big sales pitch about a photo contest they were doing and some "e-courses" one could take. That coupled with very poor audio was a big bummer...

My husband died unexpectedly in October. I am very young and it has been so difficult. The podcast is easy to relate to. I like it very much thank you for being there and taking on these topics.

You girls get it! I am a newly married and widowed 33 year old and your show and website have helped me more than talk therapy!! Thank you for being pioneers in the grief field! Blessings!

I am so thankful I stumbled upon this podcast. I lost both my parents July 4th, 2013 and at the age of 26... the first podcast I listened to was about life after loss and how to get back into the groove of things. I enjoyed the humor, the "real"ness and the conversation of how do we get back into a routine - and even 3 years after I am still finding my stride. One of the things that I really loved was when you said we should compare ourselves to our worst, not our best, especially when coming back to life. I will never forget that - thank you! Please continue these podcasts - we need them! Grief is a real MothaF#ck@ and even 3 years later I still have days where I cannot move. Knowing I am not alone and not crazy helps more than I Can say. Thank you!

Thank you very much for your podcast. It makes me feel less alone. I’ve felt and thought many upsetting things. Many times, I haven’t been able to know how to express how I’ve been feeling. There have been many times which you have touched upon those same feelings, put a name to them, and explained how common those feelings are. I have truly appreciated that. It’s made me feel less crazy and ridiculous for having those emotions. One thing though, I really wish your podcast wasn’t so short. I also wish that you didn’t do flash topic discussions as in your Ten Types of Grief discussion. Rushing through topics just to give them brief rushed explanations and cutting yourselves short with a foghorn sound is a bit disturbing to listen to. It sounds like you’re only giving superficial explanations, making it almost like a gameshow, and diminishing important weighty subjects. I really hate that foghorn sound that you use sometimes. But overall, I really like your show. It is a gift. The two of you are wonderful for providing such a kind and helpful service. Bless your hearts.

Poor audio quality and two women incessantly talking over each other. I am very motivated to listen to a podcast on the topic of grief, but this is excruciating to listen to and I had to unsubscribe.

I lost my mother just a month ago and was searching and searching for a podcast that could help make sense of what I was going through. This has really helped as I wade through my emotions, changing relationships, and continuing on without her. My only hope is they keep coming out week after week with an episode because it is one of the things I look forward to most!

I am so grateful for this podcast. It's so relatable and really resonates with me. Losing a parent at my young age has made me feel very alone and isolated from my peers. This podcast helps when you can't talk to people about what you're going through (Only minor complaint - maybe a better microphone can help with the sound quality?)

Seriously - who doesn't need simple and helpful when they are having a hard time? These short, easy to listen to, helpful podcasts give you the information you need when you need it most. I felt like these ladies have become part of my grief friend circle.

I'm so happy to have found these ladies website & podcast. Grief is horrendous, but these podcasts are like having two good friends helping you through the very difficult times. Kudos.

I finally don't feel like I am alone any more.

This podcast is really relatable and down to earth. One would expect a podcast about grief to be really droll, but these ladies manage to offer really helpful information in a way that is engaging and sometimes even fun.

This podcast always has relevant and interesting topics. I have especially benefited from the podcasts about how our personalities affect how we grieve. We need to take this into account more when we find ourselves wondering why in the world we - or someone else - did or said something that we thought was odd after the loss of a loved one. Tons of helpful information on your web site also. Thanks for your efforts Eleanor and Lisa!

I have listened to several of the podcasts and have enjoyed them. I lost my father about 2 months ago and don't have any "grief friends" who have been through the same experience to share my feelings with. This has lead to a feeling of isolation. I find myself needing affirmation that it is possible to get through the worst of this, and I've found your website and podcast comforting. Thank you!!