Grief, I Didn't Sign Up for This

By Shaleka

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Grief is tough—but so are we.  "Grief, I Didn't Sign Up for This," is a space for real, raw, and sometimes even humorous conversations about navigating loss, healing, and faith. Hosted by Shaleka Smith, this podcast explores the many faces of grief—not just losing loved ones but also the loss of relationships, identity, dreams, and expectations.  

We’ll laugh, we’ll cry, and we’ll keep it real as we unpack the messy emotions that come with grief. Through personal stories, faith-based encouragement, and maybe even a few awkward moments (because grief can be weird), "Grief, I Didn't Sign Up for This" reminds you that you're not alone. With scripture, expert insights, and a little lightheartedness, we’ll walk this journey together—one step, one story, and one deep breath at a time.  

Subscribe now for honest conversations, hope-filled encouragement, and the occasional grief-related chuckle. Because even in the hardest moments, joy still finds a way in.


Episode Date
What Is an End-of-Life Doula? Understanding the Support You Didn’t Know Existed
May 27, 2026
Mother’s Day and the Many Faces of Grief
May 10, 2026
Loving Them Through It: Supporting Your Spouse Through Grief
Apr 28, 2026
When He Shows Up: Identity, Impact and the Power of Brotherhood
Apr 21, 2026
Putting Your Best Foot Forward: 7-minute Meditation
Jan 18, 2026
I'm Grieving Me
Jan 13, 2026
Making Yourself a Priority: Protecting the You You’re Becoming
Jan 06, 2026
Carrying What Matters, Releasing What We Can: A 7-Minute Meditation
Jan 04, 2026
A Christmas Meditation for the Heavy-Hearted
Dec 25, 2025
What Do the Lonely Do at Christmas?
Dec 24, 2025
Ending the Year Strong
Dec 16, 2025
A Soft Place to Land: A 7-Minute Grief Meditation
Dec 02, 2025
When Grief Shows Up for the Holidays
Nov 25, 2025
Is This Depression or Just Grief?
Nov 11, 2025
Funeral Etiquette: Then vs. Now - A Concersation Between Mother and Daughter
Nov 04, 2025
I Thought I Was Over It
Oct 28, 2025
The Little Hearts: Childhood Grief
Oct 14, 2025
Trauma Bonding vs. Grief Community: What's the Difference?
Jul 01, 2025
What NOT to Say When Someone Is Grieving
May 20, 2025
Release Yourself from Guilt
May 13, 2025
Empty Seat - Teacher's Grief After Losing Students to Gun Violence
May 06, 2025
Write Your Own Obituary
Apr 29, 2025
The Masks We Wear in Grief
Apr 22, 2025
Grieving the Death of an Abuser – A Complex Journey
Apr 19, 2025
The Process of Rising
Apr 15, 2025
Losing a Friend
Apr 08, 2025
Slow Down and Process
Apr 01, 2025
Can Grief and Joy Coexist?
Mar 25, 2025
Aging Through Grief
Mar 18, 2025
What is grief? A Journey Beyond Loss
Feb 15, 2025