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Open To Hope Podcast – Open to Hope

Open to Hope
Grief
Grief Support
Mental Health
Hope
Loss
Helping Parents Heal
Sibling Loss
Compassionate Friends
Afterlife
Grief Counseling
Suicide
Love
Loss Of a Child
Parenting
Community Support
Compassionate Friends Conference
Emotional Healing
Meditation
Sibling Grief
The Compassionate Friends

Helping people find hope after loss

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On this show, Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley talk with Dr. Jill Greenbaum, a contemplative chaplain, coach, visual storyteller, and Appreciative Inquiry facilitator, about finding hope after loss. Dr. Greenbaum is trained in Buddhist chaplaincy, integ... more

In this episode of the Open to Hope Podcast, Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley welcome communication expert and researcher Allison M. Alford, PhD, author of Good Daughtering: The Work You’ve Always Done, the Credit You’ve Never Gotten, and How... more

Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley host Jennifer France as she discusses her experiences with afterlife communication following the death of her partner by suicide in 2019. She describes a significant change in her perspective regarding the aft... more

Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley interview Dr. Celeste Birkhofer, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Adjunct Clinical Faculty at Stanford. After her son’s suicide, Celeste focused on mental health and resilience. She wrote Beyond Quick Fixes: Essentia... more

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Dr. Jill Greenbaum
Contemplative chaplain in the Zen Buddhist tradition; end-of-life literacy advocate and doula
Visualizing End-of-Life Issues; Portland Institute for Loss and Transitions
Episode: Jill Greenbaum: The Art of Living with Loss
Allison Alford
Leading researcher and communication expert behind Daughtering 101
Daughtering 101 / Baylor University
Episode: Allison M. Alford: Good Daughtering: The Work You’ve Always Done, the Credit You’ve Never Gotten, and How to Finally Feel Like Enough.
Jennifer France
Author of Faith, Hope and Love, A Survivor's Memoir
Jen France Writes
Episode: Jennifer France: Messages from Beyond: A Survivor’s Journey Through Grief and Afterlife Communication
Dr. Celeste Birkhofer
Licensed clinical psychologist, adjunct clinical faculty at Stanford University Medical School
Private practice; Stanford University Medical School
Episode: Dr. Celeste Birkhofer: The Road to Healing: Grief, Mental Health, and Finding Fulfillment
Shirley Quiring Mozena
Grief Share ministry facilitator and speaker
Grief Share; author
Episode: Shirley Quiring Mozena: Second Chances and Sacred Healing A Faith Based Path Through Grief
Saundra Neperud
Creator of The Grief App and featured guest
The Grief App
Episode: Saundra Neperud: Healing in Your Hands: Innovative Grief Support for the Digital Age
David Waite
Poet, songwriter, philosopher; author of Warm Defiance, A Philosophy of Living Through Poems of Loss, Love, and Renewal
Independent author/poet
Episode: From Grief to Grace David Waite’s Journey Through Loss, Love, and Renewal
Rebecca Soffer
Co-founder of Modern Loss; bestselling author
Modern Loss
Episode: Rebecca Soffer: Modern Loss Honest Conversations and Healing After Grief
Zaneta Gileno
Grief professional, social worker, and psychotherapist; runs wellness retreats and teaches at Columbia University
Hope Rising Psychotherapy & Wellness; Columbia University
Episode: Zaneta Gileno: Self-Compassion in Grief: Turning Loss into Purpose and Healing

Hosts

Gloria Horsley
Host of Open To Hope Conversations / Open To Hope Podcast
Heidi Horsley
Co-host of Open To Hope Conversations / Open To Hope Podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Open To Hope

    These weekly podcasts are a wealth of information and support for those suffering from grief and loss. Dr’s Gloria and Heidi are wonderful interviewers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    skibunny6
    United States3 years ago
  • Great resource to help in your healing journey

    I love these short and sweet, easy to listen to, episodes. Given that we all heal differently, I really like how Dr Gloria and Dr Heidi provide many suggestions to experiment with on your healing journey. I love hearing the inspiring stories of hope which highlight that healing and living alongside your pain is actually possible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Project Wellshine
    United States4 years ago
  • A gift to the community!

    I had a wonderful time talking to Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi. They are truly a gift to the community. I appreciate their commitment to adding such expertise and caring to the world. What an incredible family!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    David Richman Author
    United States5 years ago
  • Hope and Support

    These podcasts by Open to Hope give both hope and support to people like myself. It renews my energy and puts a smile on my face everytime I listen to one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dinsoty
    United States10 years ago

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Guests bring diverse expertise, from clinicians to creatives, enriching the healing conversation.
The show offers hopeful perspectives that feel attainable and comforting.
Listeners praise the hosts for compassionate, practical guidance on grief.
The format blends personal stories with actionable coping strategies.

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Allison M. Alford: Good Daughtering: The Work You’ve Always Done, the Credit You’ve Never Gotten, and How to Finally Feel Like Enough.
Q: Do daughters tend to support their parents after a death more than sons?
Allison Alford explains that daughters often show up more in eldercare and during illness, especially when they live geographically close or have the financial means to provide support; however, this is influenced by family dynamics and can vary across individuals.
Jennifer France: Messages from Beyond: A Survivor’s Journey Through Grief and Afterlife Communication
Q: Tell us about Anne Marie and your initial experiences after her passing.
Jen shares the relationship and the early, painful period after Anne Marie's death, including mental-health struggles and the decision to seek therapy and support, which gradually opened space for journaling and later psychic connections.
Rebecca Soffer: Modern Loss Honest Conversations and Healing After Grief
Q: What did you do to cope with your loss and start moving forward?
I flailed for a long time and stayed busy, then gradually began to acknowledge the need for grief support, talking to a grief specialist, building a support network, and creating rituals to stay connected to my parents while continuing to live my life.
From Grief to Grace David Waite’s Journey Through Loss, Love, and Renewal
Q: Can you share a bit about your Code of Living?
I authored a simple, heart-centered code—focus on gratitude, avoid the herd, embrace storms, follow God's whisper, and remain a dreamer—which guided daily choices and helped sustain resilience.
From Grief to Grace David Waite’s Journey Through Loss, Love, and Renewal
Q: What role did writing and poetry play in your healing?
Writing started as a way to cope with overwhelming thoughts and evolved into poetry that gave me self-awareness and a path toward Warm Defiance, a personal philosophy of living.

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The show centers on navigating grief, loss, and healing through a mix of personal stories, expert guidance, and practical tools. Episodes cover male grief, caregiver and family dynamics, faith and spirituality, mindfulness, and creative outlets like art and music as pathways to resilience. Guests range from clinicians and authors to survivors, veterans, and pet loss advocates, offering actionable strategies, ritual practices, and peer support tips. A notable strength is translating therapy concepts into accessible, everyday steps and real-world examples, making it helpful for anyone seeking hope after loss or looking to sponsor thoughtful conversations around bereavement.

What stands out is the breadth of bereavement topics—from clinical g... more

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4. Dr. Celeste Birkhofer
5. Shirley Quiring Mozena
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7. David Waite
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