Holding Space: How to Show Up for the Grieving with Alice Foeller

In this heartfelt episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, Gina sits down with author and community leader Alice Foeller to explore what it truly means to support someone who is grieving. Drawing from her book The Art of Compassion: Supporting Friends Through Dark Times, Alice offers grounded, spirit-led wisdom for showing up in meaningful ways—without fixing, rescuing, or offering clichés.

Together, they discuss:

• Why presence matters more than perfect words
• The difference between holding space and trying to "make it better"
• Common mistakes well-meaning supporters make—and how to avoid them
• How grief invites us into deeper compassion, connection, and humility
• The sacred art of simply being with someone in their sorrow

Whether you’re walking through grief yourself or wondering how to support a loved one, this episode is a gentle guide back to the heart.

✨ Connect with Alice Foeller

Instagram: @alicefoeller

www.alicefoeller.com / Tedx Talk: https://youtu.be/mZHb8FJ_O2Y?feature=shared

Learn more about The Art of Compassion: Supporting Friends Through Dark Times https://a.co/d/gOXT8jW

📖 Mentioned in this episode:

• The Art of Compassion by Alice Foeller
• Grief support tips and stories from real-life experience

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