The podcast, titled Pèrdua del cònjuge (Loss of Spouse), aims to offer tools and support to those who must face the death of a close family member, especially when this involves taking on the upbringing of children alone. The initiative arises from the need to address a process that, although personal, presents common challenges for many families.
“"I work with families who have lost someone from their close circle and have to face grief while being left alone with raising a child."
The psychologist and family therapist at SOAF, Taís Marcos, who hosts the podcast, believed that sharing experiences and strategies, along with direct testimonies, could be an effective way to help. The main objective is to provide resources for overcoming the grieving stage, which often involves taking on a dual parental role and managing the children's grief.
“"It seeks to provide tools and strengthen the process of overcoming the grieving stage."
One of the podcast collaborators, who lost his partner last July in an accident in Ripoll, highlights the importance of talking about the tragedy. According to him, expressing feelings is therapeutic, as it allows one to feel heard and normalize the situation, avoiding keeping the suffering to oneself. However, he emphasizes the importance of doing so in moderation, without excessive exposure.
The therapist insists on the need to express emotions to avoid getting trapped in a negative loop. Each person deals with grief differently, especially during adolescence and youth, but the key is not to close oneself off in sadness. The podcast collaborator concludes that, despite the difficulty, one must face life with a firm attitude and accept the new reality.
