Handling Grief as a Professional

In this episode of The Happy PharmD podcast, Alex Barker and Laura Lacari delve into a deeply personal and poignant discussion about navigating grief.

They share their experiences, insights, and advice on coping with loss, offering support and understanding to listeners facing similar challenges.

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Here are the highlights of the conversation with Laura:

03:00 - Their personal journeys of loss, highlighting the initial shock, emotional turmoil, and the gradual process of healing. They reflect on how grief reshaped their perspectives on life and relationships.

10:44 - Challenges faced in the workplace while grieving, including legal considerations such as bereavement leave policies. They emphasize the need for compassionate workplace support during difficult times.

16:52 - Alex and Laura explore the emotional impact of grief, discussing its effects on mental health and strategies for managing overwhelming feelings. They share personal anecdotes and practical tips for navigating through grief.

21:04 - The importance of community support and resources like therapy, support groups, and professional associations for pharmacists dealing with grief.

29:44 - Their personal growth through grief, sharing insights into acceptance, resilience, and finding meaning in loss, encouraging listeners to honor their experiences and seek solace in shared connections.

36:24 - The challenges of dealing with grief in the workplace and highlights the importance of knowing state-specific bereavement leave policies and advocating for support from HR and managers.

48:45 - Discussing a loss that should be talked about more: the loss of a pet; and the importance of understanding that grief is not linear.