What To Do When Your Faith Isn't Enough

I sit down with Rev. Kate J. Meyer, LPC—an ordained minister, licensed professional counselor, hospice professional, and acclaimed author—whose life's work is dedicated to bringing grief out of the shadows and helping people move through loss with honesty, compassion, and faith. Drawing from decades of experience in hospice care, private practice, and spiritual counseling, Kate offers deeply grounded insights into the emotional, spiritual, and psychological realities of grief. She shares why so many grievers feel unseen or misunderstood within their faith communities, how spirituality can be both a comfort and a complication after loss, and why honoring your grief—not rushing or minimizing it—is essential for true healing. Together, Kate and I explore: What healthy grief really looks like Why faith doesn't erase pain—and why it shouldn't be expected to The difference between distraction and avoidance How grief evolves over time and becomes a lifelong companion Spiritual signs, continued bonds, and the unseen ways our loved ones remain close The deeply human experience of grief through the lens of hospice work How to navigate guilt, loneliness, overwhelming emotions, and those "grief waves" that resurface years later The importance of choosing carefully who you share your grief with—and who you don't This conversation is filled with wisdom, spiritual reflection, emotional validation, and practical tools for anyone walking through loss—whether you're in the early days of grief or decades into your healing journey. If you've ever wondered, "Am I grieving wrong?" or "Why does this still hurt so much?"—this episode is a gentle reminder that grief doesn't disappear. It changes shape, it grows with us, and healing is never about forgetting… it's about learning how to carry love forward. Episode Highlights Rev. Kate J. Meyer grief and faith Christian grief counseling spiritual grief healing healthy grieving process grief and spirituality hospice grief insights navigating grief and loss emotional healing after loss Christian counselor grief complicated grief support understanding grief waves lifelong grief journey grief validation and support mental health and grief faith-based grief support grief and emotional wellness spiritual signs after death continued bonds in grief grief conversations 2025 Know Rev. Kate J Meyer, LPC  Faith Doesn't Erase Grief , The Red Couch, and The Yellow Dress are available at bookshop.org and wherever books are sold Subscribe at: www.katejmeyer.com Did you enjoy today's episode? Welcome to New Ways Barre. We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being. Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email  susan@tendrilsofgrief.com   Don't forget to visit Tendrils Of Grief  website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching. Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community Tendrils of Grief-Survivor of Loss   To subscribe and review use one links of the links below  Amazon Apple Spotify Audacy Deezer Podcast Addict Pandora Rephonic Tune In  Connect with me Instagram: @Sue_ways Facebook:@ susan.ways Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com  Let me hear your thoughts!