Episodios

  • The Weight of Unspoken Grief

    The Weight of Unspoken Grief
    Mar 12 2025
    Not all grief is acknowledged, and not all losses are visible. Some grief is carried in silence—unspoken, unresolved, and often overlooked. In this episode of Break the Silence, Build a Future, we explore the quiet pain of grief that isn't tied to death but to loss that goes unrecognized: lost relationships, dreams that never came true, and versions of ourselves that no longer exist. I share my personal experiences, including the grief of the future I imagined after my marriage ended, becoming a single mother in a new country, and the unspoken sorrow of watching my daughter suffer in an abusive relationship. Together, we uncover why we suppress grief? How it manifests in our lives, and ways to honor and carry our losses without letting them consume us. As this season comes to an end, I invite you to subscribe to the podcast so you do not miss Season Three: Justice System from the Victim’s Perspective, launching May 7, 2025. Subscribers will also get a chance to join live recordings, ask questions in real time, and share their own stories on the podcast. 💛 Your grief matters. Your voice matters. You are not alone. #GriefHealing #UnspokenGrief #HealingThroughLoss #BreakTheSilencePodcast #LifeAfterLoss #CopingWithGrief #HealingJourney #RebuildingAfterTrauma #SurvivorStories #EmotionalHealing
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    21 m
  • Grief Is Love Remembered

    Grief Is Love Remembered
    Mar 5 2025
    Grief is not just about loss—it is love that still lingers, love that refuses to fade. In this episode, I explore how grief is a continuation of love, a connection that remains even when the person we love is gone. How do we carry grief as a reflection of love rather than as pain? How do we keep their presence alive in our lives? Join me as we explore grief as love remembered. 💛 Listen now and honor the love that never leaves. #GriefIsLove #HealingThroughGrief #RememberingLovedOnes #LifeAfterLoss #GriefJourney #HonoringMemory #BreakTheSilencePodcast #GriefHealing #LoveBeyondLoss #GriefSupport
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    11 m
  • Holding On Without Holding Back: The Fear of Forgetting

    Holding On Without Holding Back: The Fear of Forgetting
    Feb 26 2025
    Holding onto love, memories, and identity after loss—navigating the fear of forgetting while embracing healing. Grief isn’t just about loss—it’s about the fear of losing the memories, the voice, the presence of the person we love. In this deeply personal episode, I explore my struggle with the fear of forgetting my daughter and how trauma can overshadow the memories we desperately want to hold onto. How do we preserve the essence of a loved one beyond their tragic passing? Why do some of us struggle to visualize or dream about them? And how can we honor their memory in a way that brings healing, rather than pain? Join me as I navigate these difficult emotions and reflect on ways to keep their presence alive, even when the grief feels overwhelming. ✨ Tune in now for this powerful and emotional discussion.
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    13 m
  • Healing Together: The Role of Community in Grief

    Healing Together: The Role of Community in Grief
    Feb 19 2025
    Joining Fartumo Kusow are Rabbi Adam Chalom and Rabbi Jodi Kornfeld, leading voices in Humanistic Judaism, who bring a unique perspective on grief, healing, and the power of collective action. They share insights from their book, Contemporary Humanistic Judaism: Beliefs, Values, Practices, offering practical ways communities can provide tangible support beyond thoughts and prayers. In this episode, we discuss: 🔹 How grief can feel like an identity shift and why community matters. 🔹 The humanist approach to grief—focusing on action, not just words. 🔹 Practical ways individuals and communities can support those in mourning. 🔹 Breaking the silence around grief and creating safe spaces for healing. About Our Guests: Rabbi Adam Chalom serves as the North American Dean of the International Institute for Secular Humanistic Judaism (IISHJ) and leads Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation in Chicago. With degrees from Yale University and the University of Michigan, he was ordained by IISHJ in 2001. Rabbi Jodi Kornfeld is the leader of Beth Chaverim Humanistic Jewish Community. She holds a Master’s and Doctor of Science in Jewish Studies from Spertus College and was ordained by IISHJ in 2009. Together, they co-edited Contemporary Humanistic Judaism: Beliefs, Values, Practices, a groundbreaking exploration of modern Jewish identity and community support. Their work has been featured on various platforms, including the New Books Network Podcast. Resources: 📖 Book: Contemporary Humanistic Judaism 📘 Study Guide 🎧 Podcast Interview on New Books Network 🔊 Tune in now for an insightful discussion on how we can build stronger, more compassionate communities for those experiencing grief.
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    48 m
  • Episode 13: Rebuilding After Loss: Who Am I Without This?

    Episode 13: Rebuilding After Loss: Who Am I Without This?
    Feb 12 2025
    Send us a text In Episode 13, Rebuilding After Loss: Who Am I Without This?, we dive into the identity shifts that grief demands. Losing someone, a relationship, or a dream often leaves us questioning who we are and how to move forward. This episode explores how to navigate these changes, embrace life again, and find purpose after loss. Together, we’ll discuss the fears, challenges, and small steps that lead to rebuilding a meaningful life—one that honors both our past and our future. #GriefJourney #HealingAfterLoss #RebuildingAfterLoss #GriefSupport #LifeAfterLoss #MovingForward #FindingYourself #RediscoveringPurpose #IdentityAfterLoss #PersonalGrowth #BreakTheSilencePodcast #PodcastEpisodes #ListenAndLearn #YouAreNotAlone #HealingTogether #BuildingCommunity #ShareYourStory #TellYourTruth #GriefAwareness
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    18 m
  • Episode 12: Finding Strength in the Mess with Molly Booker

    Episode 12: Finding Strength in the Mess with Molly Booker
    Jan 29 2025
    Send us a text In this episode of Break the Silence, Build a Future, I sit down with Molly Booker, a passionate advocate for authenticity, mental well-being, and embracing life's imperfections. We dive into the raw realities of grief, resilience, and how to navigate the messy, unpredictable nature of healing. Molly shares her personal journey of loss, growth, and finding purpose through the chaos. If you've ever felt stuck in your pain or struggled to embrace your own story, this conversation will inspire you to find strength in the mess.To reach Molly Booker: https://www.mollybooker.com/To reach Fartumo Kusow: https://linktr.ee/fkusow 🎧 Tune in now and join the conversation! #GriefHealing #Resilience #Authenticity #BreakTheSilencePodcast #MollyBooker #HealingJourney
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    1 h y 13 m
  • Episode 11: Healing in Community: The Power of Shared Experiences

    Episode 11: Healing in Community: The Power of Shared Experiences
    Jan 22 2025
    Send us a text Healing doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens in connection. In this episode of Break the Silence, Build a Future, host Fartumo Kusow explores the transformative power of healing in community. Discover why shared experiences foster resilience, how they help break down isolation, and the practical steps to create spaces of connection and support. Whether you’re navigating your own healing journey or supporting others, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement to build stronger, more connected futures.#HealingInCommunity#SharedExperiences#BreakTheSilencePodcast#EmotionalResilience#StrengthInConnection#CollectiveHealing#SupportiveSpaces#GriefAndHealing#EmpowermentThroughConnection#MentalHealthAwarenes
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    19 m
  • Episode 10: Resilience After Loss: Rebuilding and Finding Strength

    Episode 10: Resilience After Loss: Rebuilding and Finding Strength
    Jan 15 2025
    Send us a text Loss reshapes our lives, challenging our sense of identity and purpose. In this episode of Break the Silence, Build a Future, host Fartumo Kusow explores the true meaning of resilience after loss—not as bouncing back, but as growing and rebuilding in the face of pain. Join Fartumo as she shares insights on embracing vulnerability, finding strength in adversity, and redefining purpose after grief. Whether you’re navigating your own loss or supporting someone on their journey, this episode offers hope, encouragement, and practical steps to move forward.Keywords: Resilience after loss Rebuilding after grief Emotional healing Finding purpose in pain Strength in vulnerability #ResilienceAfterLoss#GriefAndHealing#StrengthInAdversity#EmotionalResilience#HealingJourney#RebuildingAfterLoss#VulnerabilityIsStrength#TurnPainIntoPurpose#BreakTheSilencePodcast#HopeAndHealing
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    25 m
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