The Grieving Journey Podcast
When people hear the word “grief,” it’s often associated with the loss of a loved one. But grief extends far beyond that. In fact, there are more than 40 different types of grief events. Grief is the emotional response to loss—whether that’s the end of a relationship, the loss of a job, a decline in health, or so many other life changes.
The mission of The Grieving Journey Podcast is to create a safe space where stories of grief can be shared openly and honestly. I hope that by listening, you’ll feel less alone and find comfort in the reminder that healing is possible, even in the midst of pain.
I’m Angel Morel Brown, and this podcast is especially close to my heart. It is dedicated to my mother, Angela Johnson, and my father, William Brown—whose lives and legacies continue to shape the way I walk through grief and healing. Through their memory, I hope to honor not only my own journey but also the journeys of so many others who have faced loss.
On this podcast, I’ll share my own experiences with grief while also inviting others to tell their stories—the struggles, the lessons, and the ways they’ve found healing. Together, we’ll uncover the many shapes grief can take and the different paths people walk toward wholeness.
So many people are experiencing grief without even realizing it. The first step to healing is simply acknowledging that grief exists. This podcast is here to encourage that acknowledgment and to remind you that you don’t have to walk this path alone.
✨ The goal is to empower others to face grief—whether from the loss of a loved one, a relationship, health, or other life changes—with honesty, to find meaning in their journey, and to discover life beyond loss.
Follow along on Instagram at @TheGrievingJourneyPodcast. And if you have a story you’d like to share, I’d love to hear from you—email me at thegrievingjourney@gmail.com
The Grieving Journey Podcast
One Day at a Time with Tianna Jones
In this deeply honest and tender episode, Angel Morel sits down once again with her friend Tianna Jones — wife, mom, licensed therapist, and grief survivor — for a raw conversation about navigating loss through the colder months and beyond. Tianna first shared her story of losing her mother to domestic violence, the same year Angel lost her mom to a heart attack. Now, she returns to share how grief has evolved for her as both a daughter and a therapist holding space for others.
Together, they unpack what it means to actually check in with yourself when you’re grieving, especially as winter, anniversaries, and birthdays collide. From crying behind a closed office door, to asking for help, to letting your “strong friend” just be human for a moment, Angel and Tianna offer a real look at what healing can look like when you give yourself permission to feel.
Tianna opens up about her own turning point in seeking therapy, how watching her mother grieve without support shaped her, and why finding the right therapist (or coach) matters. She also shares how working with children has softened the way she views tears, emotional release, and coping skills — and why her simple mantra, “one day at a time,” continues to ground her in seasons that feel heavy.
By the end of this episode, you’ll be reminded that you don’t have to be the strong one all the time — and that healing isn’t about rushing past your pain, but about honoring your heart one day at a time.
💛 Key Takeaways
- Grief often feels heavier in colder months and around anniversaries — and that’s normal.
- Checking in with yourself might look like crying, resting, taking a day off, or asking for support.
- Your “strong friend” needs real check-ins, not just a place to absorb everyone else’s emotions.
- The right therapist or coach will challenge you, not just agree with you.
- Taking life one day at a time helps calm anxiety about the future and keeps you present.
✨ Connect with Tianna Jones
🔎 Find her on Psychology Today: Search “Tianna Jones Psychology Today”
📱 Instagram: @thoughtsofme_therapy
🎧 Connect with The Grieving Journey Podcast
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook: @thegrievingjourneypodcast
📧 Share your story or inquire about being a guest: thegrievingjourney@gmail.com
Healing doesn’t mean you stop missing them — it means you keep moving forward, one day at a time.