Enlighten U – A Season of Healing: Navigating Grief During the Holidays – S2 • E14

Holiday grief and healing are the focus of December’s episode of “Enlighten U,” EMU’s award-winning mental health podcast for students. EMU grad student and student-athlete Kyra Buffen discusses her deeply personal journey through grief and loss, beginning with the death of her mother during her freshman year of high school. Mental health expert Aesha Mustafa, Ph.D., delves into the stages of grief, how to support someone grieving, what grief exhaustion can look like, and strategies for healing.

Chapters:

01:46 - Kyra's Story
10:50 - Grieving Process
12:06 - Supporting Friends and Loved Ones
16:36 - Holidays
18:24 - Keeping Memories Alive
19:41 - Grieving Process
23:23 - Fear of Failure & Making Loved Ones Proud
26:23 - Suicide
32:57 - Taking Care Of Your Mental Health
34:49 - Advice for Coping With Loss

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Enlighten U helps college students discover they are not alone in their mental health struggles. Tune in to insightful conversations, expert advice from noted mental health professionals, and relatable stories, all aimed at helping you navigate the unique challenges of university life when prioritizing your mental well-being.