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Open To Hope Podcast – Open to Hope

Open to Hope
Grief
Grief Support
Loss
Mental Health
Parenting
Widowed Parents
Grief Counseling
Open To Hope Foundation
Hope and Healing After Loss
Children
Hope and Healing
Resilience
Child Development
Support Groups
Compassionate Friends
Community Support
Grief Coaching
Widowers
Loneliness
Glioblastoma

Open to Hope ® is a non-profit with the mission of helping people find hope after loss. We invite you to read, listen and share your stories of hope and compassion.

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Recent Guests

Enya Flack
An accomplished American actress, television spokesperson, and reporter.
Infinity Garden
Episode: Enya Flack: A Living Tribute: Creating Virtual Gardens of Remembrance
Dana Frost
Founder of Forced Joy Project, creator of Book of Stories, and co-founder of Widows in the Wild Retreats
Forced Joy Project
Episode: Dana Frost: Finding Light After Loss
Annie Sklaver Orenstein
Author and oral historian, focused on sibling grief and loss
Episode: Annie Sklaver Orenstein Always a Sibling: Navigating the Unseen Journey of Grief
Lara Krawchuk
Licensed clinical social worker and owner of Healing Concepts, LLC.
Healing Concepts, LLC
Episode: Lara Krawchuk: When a Parent Dies: Tools and Hope for the Healing Journey
Hannah Rumsey
Writer, certified grief educator, and host of the podcast Friends Missing Friends
Friends Missing Friends
Episode: Hannah Rumsey When a Friend Dies: Understanding an Overlooked Grief
Ben Burgess
Military combat veteran and volunteer at TAPS, mentoring individuals who have suffered loss.
Project Healing Waters
Episode: Ben Burgess: Supporting Grieving Men
Ian Ziskin
President of Exec Excel Group LLC, author of 'Lives Lost and Leadership Found'
Exec Excel Group LLC
Episode: Ian Ziskin: Exploring the Transformative Power of Grief
Ian McCartor
Hospice nurse and grief counselor, creator of the Ash Rose Project.
Episode: Ian McCartor: Carrying Their Memory Forward
Anna Joyce
An experienced reporter and editor who works for Ireland's public service broadcaster
Episode: Anna Joyce: Breaking the Silence Around Grief

Hosts

Dr. Gloria Horsley
Host of Open To Hope; multiple affiliations across Open To Hope properties; experienced in grief education and advocacy.
Dr. Heidi Horsley
Co-host of Open To Hope; frequent collaborator with Gloria; engages in grief education and support.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 35 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 States2 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 States4 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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Annie Sklaver Orenstein Always a Sibling: Navigating the Unseen Journey of Grief
Q: What exercises would you like to share with our audience?
Annie explains the concept of creating a Mourner's User Manual to help people express their needs when grieving.
Annie Sklaver Orenstein Always a Sibling: Navigating the Unseen Journey of Grief
Q: Did writing the book help you?
Annie states that writing the book was immensely therapeutic and changed her relationship with grief.
Annie Sklaver Orenstein Always a Sibling: Navigating the Unseen Journey of Grief
Q: Can you tell us a bit about your brother?
Annie shares the story of her brother Ben's military service and tragic death in Afghanistan.
Dana Frost: Finding Light After Loss
Q: What advice do you have for someone who has experienced a spouse or parental loss?
Be gentle with yourself and trust what you need; everyone grieves differently and it takes time.
Enya Flack: A Living Tribute: Creating Virtual Gardens of Remembrance
Q: If you had a piece of advice for somebody who's suffered a loss, what would it be?
Take your time and do it at your own pace.

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A compassionate show focused on grief, healing, and hopeful living after loss. Episodes feature personal grief journeys, therapeutic approaches, and practical strategies for coping, memory keeping, and rebuilding meaning. Guests range from bereaved individuals than sharing their stories to clinicians and advocates offering grief resources, with a notable emphasis on community, resilience, and actionable hope for listeners navigating loss. A standout aspect is the multiplicity of perspectives—from clinical guidance to creative memorialization—making it useful for listeners seeking both understanding and concrete coping tools, as well as potential guests who bring lived experience or professional expertise in bereavement support.

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