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In this conversation, Christine Jurisich shares her journey as a retreat facilitator and her experiences with grief and spirituality. She discusses the profound impact of death on her life, the importance of vulnerability and community in healing, and the role of rituals in processing grief. Christine emphasizes the non-linear nature of grief and the significance of listening and being present for others. She also highlights her ministry, Retreat Reflect Renew, which aims to foster deep spirituality and genuine community. The conversation concludes with a contemplative prayer that invites listeners to connect with their emotions and the divine.

Taking care of your well-being is essential, especially as you live through grief and loss. This video gives insight into improving your mental health through practicing self-care. You'll also learn about mindfulness techniques to reduce stress and anxiety

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On this episode, we are joined by Jamie Dravecky. Her journey in funeral service began when she was 19 years old. She is a graduate of Worsham College of Mortuary Science and holds a bachelor’s degree in business management. She is the Senior Account Executive for Homesteaders. Homesteaders is an organization providing products and services to promote and support the funding of advanced funeral planning and end-of-life expenses, which began in 1906 in Des Moines, Iowa. Before joining Homesteaders, Jamie held almost every role in funeral service.

When Jamie decided to step away from direct funeral services, she joined Homesteaders. She understands what it’s like to wake up to early morning calls and support families during their most difficult times with compassion. She enjoys working with funeral homes that are seeking to try something new. She enjoys helping funeral home owners find innovative ways to connect with their communities, whether through events or unconventional ideas.

https://www.homesteaderslife.com/jamie-dravecky

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Monica Kumar, an end-of-life educator and author, shares her profound insights on death, grief, and the importance of legacy planning and asking/answering all of these essential questions as soon as you can. Drawing from her personal experiences of loss, she emphasizes the need for open conversations about death and the values that guide our decisions at the end of life. Monica discusses the challenges of caregiving planning, the limitations of traditional wills, and the significance of understanding quality of life. She advocates for a playful approach to discussing mortality, highlighting the importance of self-care in the field of death work.

Website: beyondeolplanning.com
Book: Beyond Loss: The Power of Purposeful Grief https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F899PY61 (Kindle) https://payhip.com/b/1nKkl (PDF)
Recent Article: https://www.elephantjournal.com/2025/07/we-dont-have-to-inherit-the-silence-choosing-a-new-lens-on-death-grief-monica-kumar/

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