In this episode of The Matt Feret Show I interview published author Barbara Legere. We discuss her experience with grief and loss after losing her son to suicide and the challenges she faced trying to support him through his addiction. Barbara emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding for the individuals and families impacted by grief, addiction, and mental health struggles. Barbara also offers advice on how to support someone who has experienced the loss of a child or grandchild. She discusses her new book, Talk to Me, I'm Grieving - Supportive Ways to Help Someone Through Grief, which aims to educate people on what not to say to someone who is grieving, and offers suggestions for more helpful ways to provide support. Watch the full episode on YouTube.

1:08 - Introduction by Matt Feret

2:26 - Barbara Legere’s Story with Grief and Child Loss

5:17 - Barbara Legere on the Healthcare System, Society, and Addiction

8:31 - Barbara Legere’s Experience with the Stigma Associated with Grief and Addiction

14:02 - Barbara Legere on Lessons from her Journey

18:02 - Barbara Legere’s Advice for Parents Grieving the Death of a Child

25:17 - Barbara Legere’s Advice for Family and Friends of Someone Grieving the Loss of a Child

32:15 - Barbara Legere on her New Book

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