Too Young to Grieve

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  Surviving Father’s Day When You’re Dad Is Gone 20.06.2026 30мин

  Father’s Day isn’t simple for everyone. This special episode answers real community questions about surviving Father’s Day after losing a dad - the firsts, the advertising, becoming a dad yourself while grieving your own, and more. If this day is hard for you, you’re not alone. Follow the podcast for weekly episodes and share with someone who needs it.
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  What If Grief Starts Before Death? | Ryan Ashton 14.06.2026 59мин

  What happens when grief begins long before someone dies?In this episode of Too Young To Grieve, Luke is joined by Ryan Ashton for a powerful conversation about dementia, anticipatory grief and the experience of slowly losing someone whilst they’re still physically here.Many people know Ryan through his humour and social media content, but behind that is a deeply personal story of watching his dad live with dementia and navigating the grief that comes with losing someone in stages rather than all at once.Together they explore anticipatory grief, family, identity, humour, social media and what life looks like after loss.We discuss:• what anticipatory grief actually feels like• grieving someone before they die• the realities of dementia• losing a parent in stages• what people misunderstand about dementia• humour as a coping mechanism• social media and grief• carrying grief whilst living life publicly• life after loss• what grief teaches us about life• supporting families affected by dementiaOne of the most honest conversations we’ve had about the complexities of grief before death.
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  Too Young To Grieve x Death On The Daily | What Happens When Grief Arrives Too Soon? 08.06.2026 1ч 3мин

  Why does grief feel so different when loss happens outside the timeline we expected?In this special crossover episode of Too Young To Grieve x Death On The Daily, Luke is joined by Tanya Wilkinson for an honest conversation about grief that arrives far earlier than expected.Tanya is the host of Death On The Daily and a certified Grief & Life Transitions Coach. In 2023, her greatest fear became reality when she lost her daughter, Ngākau Raiona, five months into pregnancy. Since then, she has become a powerful voice in the grief space, creating conversations around loss, love, identity and the version of ourselves that emerges through grief.Whilst their experiences are very different, Luke and Tanya share a common reality: grief arrived long before it was expected to.Together they explore what it means to lose a parent young, lose a child, carry grief through everyday life and navigate a world that often assumes these losses belong much later in life.This is a conversation about grief, love, identity, expectations and learning how to build a life around loss.We discuss:• losing a parent young• losing a child• grief arriving outside the expected timeline of life• grieving futures that never happened• life after profound loss• friendship, identity and grief• carrying grief whilst continuing to live• purpose and meaning after loss• the pressure to move forward• what grief teaches us about life• the tension between pain and growth• finding connection through shared experiences of lossOne of the most thoughtful and unique conversations we’ve shared on either podcast.
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  35 Grief Lessons I Wish Someone Told Me Earlier 31.05.2026 1ч 7мин

  After 35 episodes of Too Young To Grieve, I wanted to do something different.35 grief lessons from 35 episodes, five years of grief, hundreds of conversations and everything this community has taught me along the way.In this solo episode, I explore the realities of grief that people don’t often talk about - identity changes, friendships, guilt, loneliness, purpose, hope, moving forward, carrying love after loss and why grief is so much more than sadness.Whether you’re newly grieving, years into loss or supporting somebody you care about, I hope there’s something in this conversation that helps you feel a little less alone.Topics include:• Why grief changes your identity• The difference between coping and healing• Grief and friendships• Men’s mental health and grief• Guilt after loss• Purpose and ambition after grief• Why grief isn’t a problem to solve• Joy after loss• Hope, healing and moving forward• The biggest lessons from 35 episodes of Too Young To GrieveFollow Too Young To Grieve on Spotify and leave a rating if this episode resonates with you. It helps us continue these conversations and reach more people who may need them.
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  How Do You Build A Life While Grieving? | Amber Jeffries 24.05.2026 52мин

  How do you keep building a life while carrying grief?In this episode, I’m joined by Amber Jeffries, founder of Grief Gang, for a really honest conversation around grief, identity, friendships, ambition and the pressure to keep functioning after loss.We talk about feeling disconnected from life, friendships changing, pressure to “be okay”, balancing grief with everyday life and future plans, and the emotional tension that can come with growth after loss.One of the most reflective and relatable conversations we’ve had on the podcast.
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  Why Men Don’t Always “Look” Grieving | Leodhais Macpherson 17.05.2026 58мин

  What does grief actually look like for men?In this episode, I sit down with Leodhais Macpherson, who after experiencing grief young went on to run 128 marathons in 128 days - using it as a way to channel loss into something meaningful.We talk honestly about men’s mental health, emotional suppression, staying busy to cope, and the reality that grief in men often doesn’t always “look” emotional on the surface.A really powerful conversation around masculinity, grief, endurance and what’s happening behind closed doors when men are struggling.Connect with us:@[email protected]@lukealfano11
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  Why Grief & Mental Health Are Not Separate 13.05.2026 27мин

  Grief and mental health are not separate. Grief doesn’t just affect your emotions.It can affect your mental health, your nervous system, your relationships, your identity, and the way you experience everyday life.In this solo episode, I talk honestly about the hidden mental health side of grief - the anxiety, exhaustion, disconnection, emotional avoidance, and internal changes so many grieving people quietly carry.After 30+ conversations on this podcast, this episode explores some of the biggest emotional patterns I keep hearing from people navigating loss.A really personal and honest conversation about what grief actually does to us mentally for Mental Health Awareness Week.
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  What If You’re Grieving Someone You Barely Remember? | Miranda Malone 10.05.2026 55мин

  What does it feel like to grieve someone you barely remember?In this episode, I sit down with Miranda Keeling to talk about the reality of losing a parent young, growing up without memories of them, and grieving the absence of a relationship you never fully got to have.We also speak about motherhood, connection, rituals, and the ways grief can quietly follow you throughout life.A really honest conversation about a type of grief many people struggle to put into words.
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  Why Grief Feels So Isolating When You’re Young | Ria Kalsi 03.05.2026 1ч 7мин

  Grief is always difficult…But when it happens young, it can feel incredibly isolating.In this episode, I sit down with Ria Kalsi to talk about the reality of young grief: what it’s like being in the minority of people your age going through loss, and why it can feel so hard to relate to others around you.We also explore the types of grief we don’t always talk about, what school never teaches us about loss, and what meaningful support for young people actually looks like.A really honest and important conversation.Connect with us:@tooyoungtogrieve@riakalsi
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  Why People Disappear When You’re Grieving | Sally Douglas 27.04.2026 1ч 2мин

  Grief doesn’t just change how you feel…It changes your relationships too.In this episode, I sit down with Sally Douglas to talk about why people don’t always show up when you’re grieving, how friendships and family dynamics shift after loss, and how your perspective on people can completely change.We also get into the reality of grief itself: what it actually feels like day to day, why it’s so hard to explain, and the parts no one really prepares you for.A really honest conversation about both the internal experience of grief and the external impact it has on the people around you.Connect with us:@tooyoungtogrieve@goodmourningpodcast @sallydouglasgrief
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  The Conversations You’ll Wish You Had Before They Die | Sam Grice 19.04.2026 59мин

  There are conversations we avoid having…Until it’s too late.In this episode, I sit down with Sam to talk about something most people don’t think about until they’re already in it — preparing for loss, the conversations we don’t have, and what it’s like to lose someone without saying everything you wish you had.This isn’t just about grief…It’s about what happens before it.We speak about the things left unsaid, why we avoid talking about death, and how thinking about this now can change the way you show up in your relationships.A powerful and important conversation.
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  He Gave Himself One Year to Complete a Bucket List After Losing His Mum | Bucket List Boy Shane 12.04.2026 58мин

  In this episode of Too Young To Grieve, I’m joined by Bucket List Boy Shane, who shares how losing his mum completely changed the way he lives.After losing his mum, Shane made a decision to create a bucket list filled with activities from childhood to navigate his grief journey in a playful and hopeful way. In this episode we discuss:​Losing a parent and the impact it has​Why he created a bucket list​The shift from surviving to living​Why grief and joy can coexist​What grief teaches you about life​How humour can help you during griefThis episode is a powerful reminder that while grief changes you, it can also change how you choose to live.🎧 New episodes every SundayFollow Too Young To Grieve to stay connected.Connect with us:@tooyoungtogrieve@bucketlistboyshane@lukealfano11
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  How Do You Live After Losing The Person You Love Most? | Jack Ciapciak 05.04.2026 59мин

  In this episode of Too Young To Grieve, I sit down with Jack Ciapciak to talk about losing your fiancé and what partner loss actually looks like beyond the surface.This isn’t just a conversation about grief.It’s about the life you were building together.The silence after the funeral.The physical exhaustion no one prepares you for.And learning how to carry love when the person isn’t here anymore.We spoke about:– What makes losing a partner different from other types of grief– The shock and physical toll grief takes on your body– The quiet, lonely moments after everyone goes back to normal– The pillow his fiancé bought him and why physical objects can hold so much meaning– How what brings comfort in grief changes over time– Writing publicly about loss and helping others feel less alone– What grief has taught him about loveThis episode is gentle, honest and deeply human.If you’ve ever lost “your person,” or you’re trying to understand someone who has - I hope this conversation makes you feel seen.Connect with us:@tooyoungtogrieve@jackciapciak@lukealfano11
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  Why Grief Changes Who You Are Forever (And Why That’s Normal) | Dr Chloe Paidoussis-Mitchell 29.03.2026 58мин

  In this episode of Too Young To Grieve, I’m joined by Dr Chloe Paidoussis-Mitchell - a clincal psychologists and author of the fantastic grief book The Loss Prescription - for a powerful conversation about how grief changes who you are.After loss, many people feel like they should go back to who they were before. The reality is, grief often reshapes your identity in ways you don’t expect.In this episode we discuss:• Why you don’t go back to who you were before loss• How grief changes your identity• The emotional patterns that come with grief• What “healing” really means• Learning to live with change after lossIf you’ve ever felt different after grief, this episode will help you understand why.🎧 New episodes every SundayFollow Too Young To Grieve to stay connected.
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  The Grief Of Not Having The Parents You Needed With Josh Connolly 22.03.2026 55мин

  In this episode of Too Young To Grieve, I’m joined by Josh Connolly for a powerful conversation about a different kind of grief - the grief of not having the parents you needed.Not all grief comes from losing someone.Sometimes it comes from growing up in environments where your emotional needs weren’t met.We explore how childhood experiences shape who we become, the emotional patterns we carry into adulthood, and what it takes to begin healing.In this episode we discuss:• The grief of toxic or emotionally absent parents• How childhood impacts identity and relationships• The concept of the inner child• Breaking generational cycles• Breathwork and emotional release• Rebuilding yourself after difficult early experiencesIf you’ve ever felt like your past still affects your present, this episode will resonate.🎧 New episodes every Sunday @ 5pmFollow us to stay connected:@tooyoungtogrieve @josh_ffw@lukealfano11
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  Why Grieving People Look For Signs From The Afterlife With Travis Holp 15.03.2026 53мин

  In this episode of Too Young To Grieve, I’m joined by Travis Holp, an evidential medium whose work explores the connection between grief and the possibility of life after death.Many grieving people find themselves searching for signs or moments that feel like a connection to the person they’ve lost.In this conversation we explore why grief often brings those questions to the surface.We discuss:• Why people search for signs after loss• The emotional reality of grief• What people experience during medium readings• The tension between skepticism and hope• How grief changes belief systemsThis episode is a thoughtful exploration of grief, connection, and the questions that follow loss.Connect with us:@tooyoungtogrieve@traviswarriorunicorn@lukealfano11
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  How Do You Live Again After Losing Your Person? | Ross Kent 08.03.2026 1ч 2мин

  ⚠️ Content Note:This episode contains discussion of suicide and suicide loss. If this is a sensitive topic for you, please take care while listening.If you’re struggling, you’re not alone. In the UK you can contact Samaritans on 116 123, or visit samaritans.org for support.In this episode of Too Young To Grieve, I’m joined by Ross Kent for a deeply honest conversation about losing a partner and navigating life after suicide loss.Ross shares what it’s like to lose “your person,” not just the relationship, but the future you imagined together.We talk about the emotional reality of suicide grief, the silence many men feel around loss, and the complicated journey of dating again after grief.In this episode we discuss:• Partner loss and why it feels different from other grief• Suicide bereavement and unanswered questions• Men’s mental health and emotional openness• Dating again after losing someone you love• Expanding love rather than replacing itIf you’ve ever felt like grief changed the direction of your life, this conversation will resonate deeply.Connect with us:@tooyoungtogrieve@lukealfano11@rosskentt
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  Clinical Psychologist Explains Why Grief Changes You | Dr Erin Hope MBE 01.03.2026 1ч 2мин

  In this episode of Too Young To Grieve, I’m joined by Dr Erin Hope MBE — Clinical Psychologist and founder of The Loss Foundation, a national cancer bereavement charity.We dive into the reality of grief after losing someone to cancer, how it can impact you at any age, and what support actually helps when life feels completely shaken.Dr Erin shares both professional insight and personal perspective following the death of her father to cancer, and explains why bereavement support in the UK still has significant gaps.In this episode, we talk about:• How grief after cancer can show up differently• What people misunderstand about bereavement especially after feeling anticipatory grief• Why young people can feel especially isolated in grief• The biggest gaps in bereavement support right now• What genuinely helps when you’re in the fog of loss• The work The Loss Foundation is doing to support familiesIf you’ve been affected by cancer loss, or you’re trying to support someone who has, this conversation will help you feel less alone and better understood 🤍New episode every Sunday at 5pm🕊️ If you’re struggling with loss or feeling stuck, I write once a week for people rebuilding quietly after grief:https://mailchi.mp/3a89e0b5e293/shk7zzbuls👉 Connect with us:@tooyoungtogrieve@lukealfano11@dr_erin_hope
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  Why So Many People Are Quietly Struggling Right Now With Ben West 22.02.2026 56мин

  In this episode of Too Young To Grieve, I’m joined by Ben West - a mental health campaigner and creator of reasons to stay. This is a powerful and honest conversation about grief, pressure, and why so many people are quietly struggling right now.We talk about Ben’s early experience of loss, how grief can shape you at a young age, what he’s learned through building the Reasons To Stay movement, and what truly needs to change in how we approach mental health today.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to support someone who’s struggling, this conversation will resonate.🎧 Listen now and follow Too Young To Grieve for weekly conversations around grief, mental health, and rebuilding life after loss.Connect with us:@iambenwest@tooyoungtogrieve@lukealfano11
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  Losing Your Mum Young Changes Everything with Daniela Martinez 15.02.2026 1ч 11мин

  In this episode of Too Young To Grieve, I’m joined by Daniela Martinez, also known as @amakeupfairy, for a deeply honest conversation about mum grief and the mother–daughter bond.We talk about what it feels like to lose your mum young, how it changes your sense of safety, and what it’s like growing into womanhood without the person who was meant to guide you through it.This is a gentle, real conversation about love, identity, faith, and the early days of grief.In this episode, we discuss:– The mother–daughter bond and why it’s so unique– What mum grief feels like in the early stages– Growing into adulthood without your mum– Identity, faith, and finding strength after loss– The emotional safety mums provide– How grief changes your perspective on lifeIf you’ve lost your mum, or love someone who has, this episode will make you feel seen.If you've ever felt misunderstood on your grief journey, you're safe here. Feel free to follow the podcast and share it with someone who might need it.Connect with us:@tooyoungtogrieve@amakeupfairy@lukealfano11