In today’s episode, we would be talking about grief causing you to feel sick. Have you heard of the phrase, ‘Feeling sick to my stomach?’ That is exactly how I felt when I realised what had happened. I had been present at the death of my first patient as a student. It was a mix of abdominal pain, feeling nauseous with a vile tasting substance in my mouth. Yes, grief can cause that. There has been a link between the disturbance of the gut and mental and emotional disorders an example of which is seen in irritable bowel syndrome. Always remember to see your medical professional if you have any symptoms. Here are a few things that you can do to help: Hydration Ensuring      a healthy diet (plant-based is helpful) Exercise      or some form of movement which can be a walk outdoors I hope you have been able to pick up on some useful information from today’s episode. If you would like to have regular information, resources and strategies to enhancing your wellbeing, subscribe to our newsletter by clicking this link:  http://bit.ly/podcsignup Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below!  If you enjoyed this episode about refilling and recharging yourself and you know someone who would benefit from this, please share it with them.  Don't forget to subscribe to the "Grief keeping you down?” podcast to get automatic episode updates.  And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the podcast and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get.   Thanks for listening! Stay well Dunni DRUWA ACADEMY PS- Thank you for joining us this week. Do let me know what your biggest take away was.

In today’s episode, we would be talking about chest pain during grief. Yes, it can happen while grieving. There are times when people feel pain in the chest which could be sharp, dull, feel like pressure or a tightening. It could occur alone or with shortness of breath and/or palpitations. If ever you feel this way, call the emergency medical service number in your area, it might be something serious. Risk factors include: increased stress, loss, abusive situations or crippling fear. There are times when people have reported broken heart syndrome. Always seek help and comply with the advice given by your health professional. Take care of yourself and know that you are not alone. We also share regular information, resources and tips on how to enhance your wellbeing while grieving in our newsletter. You can  subscribe to our newsletter by clicking this link: http://bit.ly/podcsignup Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below!  If you enjoyed this episode about refilling and recharging yourself and you know someone who would benefit from this, please share it with them.  Don't forget to subscribe to the "Grief keeping you down?” podcast to get automatic episode updates.  And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the podcast and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get.   Thanks for listening! Stay well Dunni DRUWA ACADEMY PS- Do let me know what your biggest take away was.

I said 'See you next week, have a nice weekend'. I did not know that would be last time I would speak to her. It was shocking news when I heard that my friend had died in a car accident. My first thought was 'did she suffer?'  I had no control over this event and did not know how to react. I was numb. How do you say goodbye when you did not get to attend the funeral and her family probably did not know you existed? Over a decade later, I still remember and cherish the memories.   Through it all, we need to remember to take care for ourselves.  Cherish the beautiful memories.  Speak about them and  Show yourself some self-love. Click HERE for a good resource for self-love options. We also share regular information, resources and tips on how to enhance your wellbeing while grieving in our newsletter. You can  subscribe to our newsletter by clicking this link: http://bit.ly/podcsignup Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below!  If you enjoyed this episode about refilling and recharging yourself and you know someone who would benefit from this, please share it with them.  Don't forget to subscribe to the "Grief keeping you down?” podcast to get automatic episode updates.  And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the podcast and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get.   Thanks for listening! Stay well Dunni DRUWA ACADEMY

In this episode, I share with you what it was like to struggle to get out of bed as a grieving mum with young children and a full time job. Unfortunately, we are expected to get up and go about our usual activities soon after we experience a loss and that adds to the guilt that we experience. We need to know that it is perfectly normal to struggle to get out of bed. That would definitely ease the guilt along with some of the strategies discussed here.  We need to take care for ourselves. Do take note, take action and let others know. We also share regular information, resources and tips on how to enhance your wellbeing while grieving in our newsletter. You can  subscribe to our newsletter by clicking this link: http://bit.ly/podcsignup Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode about refilling and recharging yourself and you know someone who would benefit from this, please share it with them. Don't forget to subscribe to the "Grief keeping you down?” podcast to get automatic episode updates. And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the podcast and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get. Thanks for listening! Stay well Dunni DRUWA ACADEMY

It is the holiday period and people are thinking about lists of presents to get for others It is a time when we remember those we have lost. At this time, there is a tendency to forget taking care of you.  If you  feel overwhelmed at the moment as we prepare for the holidays, take a moment to show yourself love Ways to do this include: Take time to rest between tasks. You can hydrate and move  around. Set clear boundaries- physically, emotionally Feed your mind with positivity Stay connected to yourself by becoming more self aware Connect with others. Do stay well. Share with family and friends and  Hope you find this useful. Do take care and sign up for more actionable tactics HERE

Are you're struggling to sleep, having broken sleep or waking up too early and unrested? Inability to sleep experienced by people who are grieving can be due to the loss of someone or something dear. While grieving you think about what has gone on in the past or worry about what the future holds. This can cause anxiety or deep sadness. While your brain is working very hard to get you a solution, you're not thinking clearly because  you're not engaging the thinking part of your brain while in that stressful moment. Ways to improve this include: Preparing the sleeping environment This can include clearing the room where you sleep and if you might struggle with this, ask for some helps from a family member or a friend Switching off devices- TV, phones, tablets Writing in a worry journal Monitoring your drinks- caffeine containing drinks such as coffee, tea, alcohol intake and water Seek your medical professional’s help- you might benefit from some intervention. Extra: other things people have found useful is the use of apps like Calm sleep stories. Hope you find this useful. Do take care and sign up for more actionable tactics HERE 

In this episode, I would like to share with you how we get depleted as time goes by while we think about caring for others. This is common among caregivers and especially during the holiday period. While we love and care for others, we need to remember that we should constanding regenerate or joy, calm, energy and enthusiasm. We need to take some time to care for ourselves. For those who are so busy and feel that they cannot take time to recharge, here are some quick tips you can incorporate into your busy schedule that can make you less depleted and overwhelmed. Do take note, take action and let others know. We also share regular information, resources and tips on how to enhance your wellbeing while grieving in our newsletter. You can  subscribe to our newsletter by clicking this link: http://bit.ly/podcsignup Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode about refilling and recharging yourself and you know someone who would benefit from this, please share it with them. Don't forget to subscribe to the "Grief keeping you down?” podcast to get automatic episode updates. And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the podcast and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get. Thanks for listening! Stay well Dunni DRUWA ACADEMY

Welcome to Episode 6 of the Grief Getting you Down podcast I would like to share with you the moment I received the news of my father's death. When we hear the news of loss, we react differently. There is no right or wrong way and the fact that you reacted in a certain way does not mean that your reaction would remain the same. The variety reactions that come with grief can make us feel alone, upset or even overwhelmed For that reason, we share regular information, resources and tips on how to enhance your wellbeing while grieving in our newsletter. You can  subscribe to our newsletter by clicking this link: http://bit.ly/podcsignup Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode about the moment of hearing the news of loss, the varied ways we react to loss and you know someone who would benefit from this, please share it with them. Don't forget to subscribe to the "Grief keeping you down?” podcast to get automatic episode updates. And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the podcast and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get. Thanks for listening! Stay well Dunni DRUWA ACADEMY Sponsorships: off for this episode

Welcome to Episode 5 of the Grief Getting you Down podcast I would like to share with you an interview I had with a colleague on her podcast, "WhyMe with Vera- Lee". Vera Lee Curnow is an Australian-based podcaster who started the WhyMe with Vera-Lee podcast where people share their stories with a focus on changing adversity to advantage. In this episode, we discussed the journey that I took following my loss and how I used my grief as an advantage. So if you want to get some tips about: how to cope with grief, know how to care for yourselves when grieving, and  how to use grief as an advantage this is a valuable episode to listen to! In this episode, you'll discover:  The emotional and physical effects of grief How to care for yourself during the period of grief with some practical tips. The importance of gratitude and forgiveness If you would like to get more information, resources and tips, subscribe to our newsletter by clicking this link: http://bit.ly/podcsignup Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode about the journey that I took following my loss and how I used my grief as an advantage and you know someone who would benefit from this, please share it with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe to the "Grief keeping you down?” podcast to get automatic episode updates. And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the podcast and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get. Thanks for listening! Stay well Dunni

So much loss of life and property happens all over the world. I was particularly disturbed by a disturbing video depicting the chaos in Nigeria. I recognise how the abuse of authority and power can cause pain, loss and grief. We can start the acts of worldwide love and kindness from taking a personal inventory. Please do that today and take action.