The Healing Power of Rituals: Honoring Loved Ones w/ Carol Shutley, Momento Foundation
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Rituals provide structure, comfort, and connection in the midst of grief. In this episode of Grief & Grit, Greer and Simonie explore the profound role rituals play in honoring and remembering loved ones after loss. They are joined by grief expert Carol Shutley from the Momento Foundation, who shares insights into how rituals—both small and large—can offer grounding and healing.
Carol discusses cultural traditions surrounding grief, the power of remembrance rituals, and how simple acts—like lighting a candle, looking at a cherished photograph, or continuing a loved one’s traditions—can help keep their memory alive. Greer shares personal experiences of creating rituals with her children after losing her husband, while Simonie reflects on how rituals can evolve over time.
Whether you’re looking to start a new ritual or refine existing ones, this episode offers thoughtful guidance on using rituals as a tool for healing. Tune in for an enlightening and heartwarming conversation on grief, remembrance, and resilience.
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