Feeling stuck between who you were and who you’re becoming? In this episode, Ray explores the “liminal space” of grief—the waiting room of healing—where time stretches, faith is tested, and transformation begins. With poetic wisdom and heartfelt reflection, this is a message of hope for anyone longing for a better tomorrow.

In this episode of Journey from Grief to Healing, Ray shares a personal story of leaving home at 18 to join the army—and how that pivotal moment taught him a truth we all live: life is a series of transitions, and none of us are ever truly “settled.”

From small life changes to monumental grief, the way we navigate transitions defines our happiness. Using poignant reflections and a healthy dose of old neighborhood wisdom (yes, Moxie makes an appearance), Ray explores how grief fits into the larger arc of human change—and how embracing the ride is the only way to eventually arrive at peace.

Whether you’re adjusting to life after loss or simply riding the wave of another big shift, this episode reminds you: You’re not alone. You’re not broken. You’re in transition—and that means hope is walking with you.

In this episode of Journey from Grief to Healing, Ray reflects on one of the most honest and painful parts of grief—missing. More than just absence, “missing” is a word that echoes through every loss. It’s not just that someone is gone—it’s that something inside us has gone with them.

Through personal reflections and the deeply moving words of poets Sarah Orne Jewett, Pablo Neruda, and R.S. Thomas, we explore the truth that grief has no timetable, but healing arrives when it’s ready. And when it does, it finds us quietly and completely—without fanfare, but with unmistakable clarity.

This is an episode about that moment—the moment we realize we’ve made it through the darkest part, and can, once again, look forward with hope. Stay strong. Stay open. Your arrival is on its way.

What happens when the world refuses to pause for our grief? In this soul-stirring episode of Journey from Grief to Healing, we explore what it means to carry sorrow when no one can carry it for us. With wisdom from Khalil Gibran and inspiration from Tolkien’s The Hobbit, we reflect on the seasons of our hearts—those harsh winters and hidden springs.

This episode reminds us that although grief is a solo path, we are part of a greater human story. The adventure of healing may not be the one we chose, but it is ours—and we are never truly alone on the road.

Grief isn’t tidy—it doesn’t show up with tissues and soft music. It can arrive with rage, silence, confusion, and yes, even laundry. In this raw and hopeful episode, Ray shares how his deepest loss shattered his faith and his sense of direction, and how—step by ordinary step—he found his footing again. From shouting at God to showing up at daily Mass, from poetic wisdom to the healing power of routine, this story is for anyone walking through the storm wondering if joy still exists. It does. And it may be waiting in the next load of folded clothes.

In this moving episode, Ray shares a personal memory from a road trip along Route 66 with his late wife—a moment of unexpected beauty at Sunset Crater, where fragile wildflowers grew from volcanic ash. That moment gave birth to the phrase that became his anchor through grief: Life wins. Life always wins. With reflections from the poet David Whyte, mystic Hafiz, and psychiatrist Viktor Frankl, Ray explores how life continues to call us forward, even in the depths of loss. Tune in for a story of hope, healing, and the quiet strength that carries us through the darkest moments.

In this episode, Ray shares a powerful message for anyone standing at the edge of change: it’s okay to be afraid. It’s normal to want to stay where it’s familiar — even if it hurts. But healing begins when we take that first step into the unknown.

With personal reflections, poetic insights, and a story that feels like your own, this episode reminds us that the land beyond is closer than we think.

Grief doesn’t come with a manual — and that’s okay. Join us as we talk about letting go of “shoulds,” honoring your unique journey, and finding strength in the simple act of getting through today. One small step, one inch forward, one moment of light — that’s how we build a life after loss. Press play, take a breath, and walk with us.