Family Flowers Only by Grief Ireland
Psychology & Relationships
About
During the pandemic I created a community on Instagram called Grief Ireland. It was following the death of my sister Elaine and her husband Pa. I found Grief to be still a taboo subject, unspoken, and a topic that not many wanted to discuss. Unless of course those who were in "the club no-one wants to be in". But to find those people was difficult. So I went on a mission to open the conversation, to comfort those who mourn, to educate those who don't, to hold space for others to talk about their Grief, Love and Loss and to...
Episodes
- Family Flowers Only with Kathleen Barrett
Kathleen Barrett discusses the sudden loss of her husband, Ned, and her journey through grief. She shares her belief in an enduring connection beyond loss and finding comfort in signs and continued love.
- Family Flowers Only with Des O'Donnell
Des O'Donnell discusses the sudden and devastating loss of his wife, Terri, after 40 years of marriage. He shares the traumatic experience of the immediate aftermath, including performing CPR and facing suspicion due to the circumstances o…
- Family Flowers Only with Megan Kelly
Megan Kelly shares her experience with the loss of her brother and mother to suicide. She discusses navigating profound grief, mental health, and the impact of these complex circumstances.
- Family Flowers Only with Lauren Golden
Clinical psychotherapist Lauren Golden discusses the loss of her brother, Daniel, who died by suicide. She shares insights on navigating grief while drawing on her personal experiences and professional background in mental health.
- Family Flowers Only with Dympna Little
Dympna Little joins this episode to discuss the loss of her mother, Lily. She reflects on her mother’s impact, the experience of grief, and how she balances humor with the emotional realities of loss.
- Family Flowers Only with Lauren Keaney
Lauren Keaney discusses the sudden and violent loss of her brother Thomas, who died in Australia. The conversation focuses on the shock, pain, and injustice of losing a sibling by another's actions and learning to cope with such a tragedy.
- Family Flowers Only with Sarita Egan
Sarita Egan joins the Family Flowers Only podcast to share her experience of losing her husband, Mark, to suicide following his struggle with mental health and steroid use. She discusses the impact of his death on their family and the comp…
- Family Flowers Only with Brittany Dowling
Brittany Dowling joins the podcast to share the story of losing her husband, Danny, to SUDEP at age 36. She discusses the shock of his sudden death, navigating motherhood as a widow, and the importance of support systems.
- Family Flowers Only with Joanna McNulty
Joanna McNulty discusses the recent loss of her father, Joachim McNulty, who died in a car accident at a slippery pier in Mayo. She shares her experience of early grief and is advocating for improved safety and maintenance at piers across…
- Family Flowers Only with Rachel Gotto
Rachel Gotto, a trauma coach and clinical hypnotherapist, discusses her personal experiences with loss, including the death of her husband and brother, and her work supporting others through grief and trauma. The episode offers insights in…
- Family Flowers Only with Tommy Martin
Tommy Martin shares the traumatic loss of his brother and father, detailing the shock of his brother's sudden death, his attempts at CPR, and the lasting impact. The conversation explores sibling and father loss, complicated grief, and the…
- Family Flowers Only with Zöe Williams
Zöe Williams joins the podcast to discuss the loss of her 27-year-old brother, Lee, to cancer. She reflects on their sibling bond, the impact of his early death, and how she has navigated the period of grief that followed.
- Family Flowers Only with Lyn Kennedy
In this episode, host Lyn Kennedy discusses her personal experiences with two types of loss: the death of her father by suicide following his struggle with depression, and her journey through seven years of secondary infertility.
- Family Flowers Only with Evan Daly
In this episode, Evan Daly shares his experience of losing his father to cholangiocarcinoma and discusses the personal challenges of navigating grief, including feeling disconnected from oneself. He also discusses how routine, movement, an…
- Family Flowers Only with Roz McElwee
Roz McElwee joins the podcast to discuss her personal experiences with the loss of her mother to cancer, as well as her journey through baby loss, fertility struggles, miscarriage, and surrogacy. The conversation highlights managing grief…
- Family Flowers Only with Ailbhe O'Donnell
Ailbhe O'Donnell joins host of Family Flowers Only to discuss her experiences with loss, mental health struggles, and family estrangement. The conversation focuses on grief, survival, and the process of rebuilding self-worth and resilience.
- Family Flowers Only with Sophia Murphy (Catch Up)
In this episode of Family Flowers Only, host and guest Sophia Murphy discuss her grief journey, the impact of childhood trauma, and her experience with restorative justice. They reflect on her path toward healing since their previous conve…
- Family Flowers Only with Charlotte Finn
Charlotte Finn discusses her experience losing her father to oesophageal cancer when she was 14 years old. She reflects on how navigating grief as a teenager has shaped her perspective and identity.
- Family Flowers Only with Edel Killilea
Edel Killilea shares her experience with grief, discussing the loss of her daughter, nephew, and brother, as well as caring for her late husband, John. She also explores poetry as a coping mechanism during this episode of Family Flowers On…
- Family Flowers Only for you the Listeners
This solo episode of Family Flowers Only focuses on the challenges of grief on New Year's Eve. Host Kathie shares touching voice notes from listeners and past guests, expressing gratitude for the community's support.
- Family Flowers Catch Up with Eimear and Alan Durnan
Eimear and Alan share their ongoing journey with grief and how they commemorate their daughter Keeley, especially around the Christmas season. They reflect on their experiences since their initial podcast recording.
- Family Flowers Only with Clara Gardiner
Clara Gardiner discusses the loss of her younger sister Jemma, who died from sepsis after a medical procedure. Clara shares her journey through grief, including feelings of numbness and the realization that grief is not always expressed as…
- Family Flowers Only with Peter Shelley
Peter Shelley discusses the loss of his baby daughter to SIDS, exploring the devastation and unique challenges of grieving as a father. He highlights the differences in grief between genders and advocates for men to openly discuss their pa…
- Family Flowers Only with Hazellynn Doyle
Hazellynn Doyle discusses the sudden death of her father, Derek, in a road accident and the subsequent grief and pain she experienced, including not being able to say goodbye.
- Family Flowers Only with Shannon Gallagher
Shannon Gallagher recounts the heartbreaking loss of her partner Eoin to suicide, discussing the ensuing shock, trauma, and PTSD. The episode highlights the importance of compassion and open conversation about mental health, with resources…
- Family Flowers Only with Kitty Maguire
Kitty Maguire discusses the sudden loss of her mother, Jo, who died on Christmas Eve after being hit by a drunk driver. The episode, in collaboration with the Road Safety Authority, addresses the shock of sudden death and the consequences…
- Family Flowers Only with Matthew Malley
Matthew Malley discusses his experiences with profound loss, including the death of his father before birth, his brother Francis by suicide, and his mother Tessie to dementia. He emphasizes the damaging effects of silence after loss and th…
- Family Flowers Only recommends Lines of Enquiry
Family Flowers Only recommends the Irish true crime podcast Lines of Enquiry, presented by John Sweetman. The show details the work of the Garda Technical Bureau in real investigations.
- Family Flowers Only with Niamh McGuinness
Niamh McGuinness recounts the tragic murder of her son Jamie in April 2023. She discusses the profound grief, the societal issues surrounding male-on-male violence, and the difficult journey through the justice system.
- Family Flowers Only with Victoria Kirk
Victoria Kirk discusses the loss of her father to suicide, her experiences with endometriosis, and the grief of multiple miscarriages. The episode explores themes of love, loss, and resilience.
- Family Flowers Only with Valerie O'Donnell
Valerie O’Donnell recounts the heartbreaking loss of her husband and son to suicide. In this episode, she candidly discusses how their deaths reshaped her life, exploring the complexities of grief, understanding, and the unique pain of los…
- Family Flowers Only with Meagan Johnston
Meagan Johnston discusses her sister Aoife's death from Sepsis following a prolonged wait in Limerick Hospital's emergency department. The conversation covers the family's grief, their pursuit of answers, and hopes for systemic changes to…
- Family Flowers Only with Jacinta McIntyre
This episode features Jacinta McIntyre discussing the profound and lasting impact of road tragedies, sharing her personal experience of losing her sister Sarah to a car crash. She speaks about the grief that endures and the hope that shari…
- Family Flowers Only with Caitlin Beckett
Caitlin Beckett joins Family Flowers Only to discuss the sudden loss of her father, Keith. She shares her experience with the shock of his death, the guilt of him being alone, and the difficult journey of coping with grief.
- Family Flowers Only with Shauna Bohan
Shauna Bohan recounts the sudden loss of her fiancé Benny and the subsequent grief, loneliness, and mental health challenges. She details her journey through darkness and the strength she found to overcome it.
- Family Flowers Only with Darragh O'Neill
Darragh O’Neill shares his experience of losing his sister Ella to suicide at age 21. He discusses the impact of her death, the grief process, and the isolating nature of loss, especially when misunderstood.
- Family Flowers Only with Althea Griffin
Althea Griffin discusses her experience losing both parents by age 15 and the challenges of childhood grief. The conversation explores how children grieve differently when parents are absent. Grief Ireland offers a workshop at griefireland…
- Family Flowers Only with Laura Hynes
Laura Hynes recounts the tragic car crash caused by a driver under the influence of alcohol and drugs, which resulted in the death of her boyfriend Brendan and another passenger. She discusses the profound grief and lasting impact of this…
- Family Flowers Only with Abaigéal Warfield
Abaigéal Warfield discusses her experiences with love and loss, including the deaths of her mother and father. She explores the impact of grief and shares her poetry.
- Family Flowers Only with PJ Haverty
PJ Haverty recounts his experience of being born in the Tuam Mother and Baby Home in the 1950s. Separated from his mother and later fostered, his life was shaped by this loss, leading him on a journey to search for her, confronting grief a…
- Family Flowers Only with Helen Groarke
Helen Groarke shares her experiences with grief, including the loss of her mother and father, her son's autoimmune condition, and a miscarriage. She speaks about navigating these challenges with strength and honesty.
- Family Flowers Only with Niamh Ruane
This episode features Niamh Ruane, 17, discussing the profound grief she experienced after losing her father to pancreatic cancer at age 15, followed by her sister's cancer diagnosis. Niamh candidly shares her journey navigating loss, lone…
- Family Flowers Only with Dermot Joyce
Dermot Joyce discusses the emotional experience of his wife's cancer journey, including the fear, fight, and heartbreak. He also details how he helped his son cope with his mother's illness and the positive impact of honesty.
- Family Flowers Only with Chris O'Connor
Chris O’Connor discusses the loss of his father, James O’Connor, who died attempting to climb Mount Kilimanjaro on his 40th birthday. Chris shares his experience with grief, anger, and the healing process of opening up about his loss.
- Family Flowers Only with Ann Higgins
Ann Higgins discusses her experiences with love and loss, detailing the journey of fostering and permanently caring for a young boy, and reflecting on grief and motherhood.
- Family Flowers Only with Laura Craine
Laura Craine, founder of With Love and Dreams, shares how she creates memorial jewellery and preserves flowers using resin to help people honour loved ones. She also discusses her personal experiences with grief, including the loss of her…
- Family Flowers Only with Orla Clancy
Orla Clancy recounts the profound grief and love experienced after losing her mother suddenly at 13 and her father to cancer at 29. The episode explores the deep connection between a daughter and her parents, especially when a parent becom…
- Family Flowers Only with Sequana O'Brien
Sequana O'Brien discusses her experiences with profound grief, including the loss of her mother to cancer and her sister's death after a struggle with psychosis, alongside managing her father's care and her studies.
- Family Flowers Only with Kathie Stritch
Kathie Stritch shares her personal story as the host of Family Flowers Only and founder of Grief Ireland, explaining her journey in supporting those who grieve and have experienced loss. More information on workshops and retreats is availa…
- Family Flowers Only with Kirsty Forde
Kirsty Forde discusses the loss of her partner, Glenn Fullam, who died of a rare and aggressive cancer. She shares her experience of navigating life without him while raising their young son, Cruz.