# Compassionate Listening and Grief Support: How to Truly Hear and Uplift Others -17

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Podcast: [Enduring Grief](https://stenobird.com/podcast/enduring-grief-7052084)
Published: 2025-06-17T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://enduring-grief.captivate.fm/episode/grief-support
Audio file: https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/66d3c982-12aa-4a5b-9112-cde7810cc6d8.mp3
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## Resource

Compassionate listening is at the heart of grief support—but what does it truly look like in practice? In this episode of Enduring Grief , host Sarah Peterson teams up with guests Dr. Marlis Beier and Dr. Dean Sharpe to unpack the subtle art of "being with" rather than "fixing" in moments of loss. Discover why grievers themselves might need to learn the skill of compassionate self-listening, and why well-intentioned advice can sometimes fall flat. With real stories, honest confessions about common missteps, and practical strategies, this episode offers fresh insight for anyone navigating their own grief or supporting someone they love. If you’ve ever wondered what to say (or not say) to someone in pain—or how to set healthy boundaries while healing—tune in and pick up essential tools for authentic, empathetic connection. Sarah Peterson is a licensed clinical social worker with over 13 years of experience in medical social work, hospice care and in private practice. As the founder of Clear Mourning, a nonprofit organization dedicated to shifting the culture of grief through innovation, support, and awareness, Sarah brings a deep understanding of grief and loss to her work. Her personal experiences, including the tragic loss of her two-year-old daughter and father, have profoundly shaped her mission to provide compassionate support to others navigating grief. Sarah holds a Master of Social Work from Portland State University and has extensive experience in both private practice and nonprofit leadership. She also serves as an adjunct instructor at Portland State, runs her own private practice, and provides supervision for licensure candidates. Connect with Sarah: ✅ Instagram: instagram.com/clearmourning ✅ Official Website: clearmourning.org Marlis Beier started her profes…

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