POP Buchanan
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Healing the Pain of Sudden Death and Traumatic Loss with Dr. Jennifer R. Levin, PhD, LMFT, FT
Healing the Pain of Sudden Death and Traumatic Loss with Dr. Jennifer R. Levin, PhD, LMFT, FT
Healing the Pain of Sudden Death and Traumatic Loss with Dr. Jennifer R. Levin, PhD, LMFT, FT
Tuesday 1st July 2025
Explore the impact of sudden loss with Dr. Jennifer Levin as she shares insights on grief and healing in this heartfelt Sober is Dope episode.
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30 minutes
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Healing
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Episode Overview
- Sudden and traumatic losses require unique approaches to grief.
- Stabilisation and creating safety are crucial first steps in recovery.
- Grief can manifest in various forms beyond sadness.
- Post-traumatic growth offers a hopeful perspective after trauma.
- Understanding non-death losses is essential in sobriety.
We can't even begin to grieve if you can't get out of bed, if you can't eat, if you can't sleep.
In this heartfelt episode of 'Sober is Dope!', host POP Buchanan sits down with Dr. Jennifer R. Levin, a nationally recognised expert in grief and trauma. They tackle the sensitive subject of sudden and traumatic loss, exploring how these events can shake even the strongest foundations. Dr. Levin shares her wisdom on how unexpected deaths, whether due to suicide, overdose, or accidents, create a unique kind of grief that many traditional support systems fail to address.
She introduces her Traumatic Loss Workbook, designed to offer powerful skills for coping with such profound experiences. POP Buchanan opens up about his own journey with grief following the death of his father at a young age, highlighting how unprocessed trauma can lead to addiction. Dr. Levin explains the importance of stabilisation and creating safety as initial steps in healing from traumatic loss.
They discuss the concept of post-traumatic growth, which suggests that individuals can emerge stronger after enduring significant trauma. This episode doesn't shy away from the tough questions: How do you cope with sudden death? What makes a loss traumatic? Dr. Levin provides practical advice, such as recognising non-death losses associated with sobriety and understanding that grief manifests in various forms beyond sadness.
The conversation is both compassionate and enlightening, offering hope and tools for anyone facing the difficult path of grief. If you're grappling with loss or seeking ways to support someone who is, this episode is a beacon of hope and understanding. Dive into this meaningful discussion to find solace and strategies for healing.