Resources
Books, podcasts, and practical support for navigating grief.
Whether you're grieving yourself or supporting someone you care about, we've gathered resources to help you better understand grief, learn practical coping strategies, and feel less alone on your journey.
Books
Explore books written by Carol and Lisa to help you better understand grief, care for yourself, support others, and discover hope after loss.
Practical Guides
Practical, easy-to-read resources to help you better understand grief and support yourself or others through loss.
Grief Unmasked
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Self-Care During Grief
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Supporting Others in Grief
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Grieving Through the Holidays
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Personal Stories, Reflections & Poetry
Stories of loss, resilience, hope, and finding meaning after grief.
Kintsugi Your Heart
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The Healing Path Part One: Stay Present
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The Healing Path Part Two: Stay Grateful
Podcasts
Listen to conversations about grief, loss, resilience, and life after loss.
The Grief Gurus Podcast
Hosted by Lisa McFarland and Carol Banens
Real conversations about grief, loss, coping, self-care, and rebuilding life after loss. Drawing on both personal experience and professional expertise, Carol and Lisa share practical support, education, and hope for anyone navigating grief.
The Healing Path Podcast
Hosted by Lisa McFarland
More than 200 episodes exploring grief, resilience, healing, and finding meaning after loss. The Healing Path became the foundation for what would later evolve into The Grief Gurus.
Featured Podcast Episodes
Holiday Healing & Family: How to Stay Connected Through Grief
Jason Howell Company Podcast | December 2025 | Featuring Lisa McFarland
Lisa shares insights on navigating grief during the holidays, staying connected with family, and finding ways to honour loved ones during meaningful occasions.
The Healing Path: A Story About Grief
Carefullist Podcast, Season 4 Episode 8 | November 2025 | Featuring Lisa McFarland
Lisa shares her personal grief journey and discusses how loss shaped her life, her healing, and her commitment to supporting others through grief.
From Shattered to Strong: One Woman's Guide to Surviving Grief
The Executor Help Podcast, Season 5 Episode 32 | September 2025 | Featuring Carol Banens
Carol discusses the death of her husband Brian, the realities of grief, and what helped her navigate life after loss.
The Art of Living with Grief
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. Tina, Season 3 Episode 32 | August 2025 | Featuring Carol Banens
A conversation about widowhood, grief myths, continuing bonds, and learning how to carry both grief and love forward.
From ICU Nurse to Grief Coach: When Pain Becomes Your Purpose
Life After Grief with Chris, Season 8 Episode 10 | July 2025 | Featuring Lisa McFarland
Lisa shares how the deaths of her two young children led her toward a career supporting grieving individuals and families.
The Silent Grievers: Highlighting Sibling Loss
The Teaching Journeys, Episode 114 | February 2025 | Featuring Carol Banens
Carol discusses the often-overlooked impact of sibling loss and why this type of grief deserves greater understanding and support.
Grief: Creating Something Beautiful, Broken Heart and All
Lead a Life Uncommon, Episode 125 | October 2023 | Featuring Carol Banens
Carol shares the inspiration behind Kintsugi Your Heart and discusses how grief can become part of our story without defining our future.
Lisa McFarland: Super Survivor
Life After Grief with Chris, Season 5 Episode 3 | July 2023 | Featuring Lisa McFarland
Lisa shares her extraordinary story of surviving profound loss and finding purpose through helping others heal.