Grief is one of the hardest things to talk about, yet it touches every one of us. In the latest conversation in the UNFILTERED Series, Amy and Daphna open up about loss, leadership, and the human side of work. Together, they explore why grief feels so overwhelming, how words often fall short, and what it means to truly show up for someone. They look at the role of leaders in creating safe spaces, why presence matters more than perfect answers, and how simple language can help us navigate messy emotions.

Grief doesn’t follow rules, but when we allow it to change us, it deepens empathy, strengthens relationships, and reshapes how we lead.

Listen to Learn:

How to Talk About the Unspoken - Learn ways to acknowledge grief without fear, giving people space to share on their own terms.
Why Listening Builds Connection - Discover why silence, presence, and genuine care often say more than any “right” words.
Leading Through Humanity - Understand how to support others with flexibility and compassion when grief enters the workplace.
Practical Tools for Everyday Check-Ins - Pick up language and cues that help teams communicate energy levels and emotional needs.
The Power of Modeling Openness - See how sharing your own needs creates trust and encourages others to do the same.

Connect with Your Co-Hosts

Daphna Horowitz

www.daphnahorowitz.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphnahorowitz/

https://www.facebook.com/PEACSolutions

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leadership-live/id1524072573

Amy L. Riley

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

https://courageofaleader.com/podcast/

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