QT Surviving Grief Podcast

In a world filled with uncertainties, conversations that explore resilience and personal growth are invaluable. This episode features Mr. Caruious Morris, a devoted family man and friend, who shares his journey of navigating personal grief, the music industry, and now the blog/podcast space. We delve into Caruious’ insights and experiences, offering inspiration for anyone facing their own struggles. Caruious also captured the power and true essence of fatherhood.

Connect Today on Socials:

Facebook: Caruious Morris - Blog Partna & Lady Bug’s Kitchen

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BL0Gpartna

Dr. Tee Carter, the Transition Architect, brought fire into this conversation! She spoke on truth, from the heart and reminded us all that grief can be transformed into greatness. Dr. Tee also discussed the phases of redefining self after loss, which included honesty, healing, clarity, alignment, and executing your action plan by trusting God, even when the path isn’t clear. From life experience to ministry, Dr. Tee is the epitome of a woman who has completed her “soul” work!

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Connect with Dr. Tee on all social platforms:

Facebook: Dr. Tee Carter

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💎 Minister Barbara Booker dropped so many gems during this episode! From redefining her identity to creating a pathway forward in ministry, Min. Booker is a true example of “fighting on” no matter what comes your way. She also announced a special “Surviving Grief during the Holidays” event that she will be hosting next month in Columbia, TN. Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy, as this wraps Season 2! #Facebook #Spotify #YouTube #iHeartRadio 🎙🖤

We hope you enjoy this insightful conversation with Mrs. Michelle Elson of Heritage Funeral Home! Michelle explored personal grief, then shifted into her career in the funeral service industry. We discussed the many options at Heritage Funeral Home including burials, cremations, and Maury Memorial Gardens. Heritage Funeral Home is committed to caring for families by providing beautiful, lasting tributes for their loved ones.

Connect with Michelle Elson:

Heritage Funeral Home and Cremations Services

609 Bear Creek Pike

Columbia, TN 38401

P: 931-840-4750

W: www.tnfunerals.com/<...

👨🏽‍🏫 We had such a rich conversation with the incomparable, Mr. Garland Brown, it was only right to dedicate our next discussion to his 30 year tenure as an educator in the public school system! Listen as Mr. Brown explores the "Ministry of Education" and recounts memories of formal & current students, colleagues, and the magic behind maintaining positive relationships with students and parents! Mr. Brown also provided tips for a successful school year! 🫡📚🎙

✊🏽 When we think of the phrase, "Stay Woke!" Mr. Garland Brown exemplifies just that! In Part 1 of his interview, Mr. Brown dove into grief, mental health, and the state of our community. He has used hobbies, music therapy, and human connection as a pathway forward on his grief journey. Stay tuned for Part 2 later this month, Sunday, August 24, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. 🫡📚🎙

We hope you enjoy this episode as Pastor Kerry Dewayne James of Grace United Church, gets deeply personal with the grief he has experienced as a man, a friend, and a pastor. Although he has dealt with the emotional scars of grief, he always finds his way back to hope and the strength to move forward.

Pastor Steve Gray, Jr. of Reaching All Generations Kingdom Ministries opened his heart in this explosive episode! Pastor Gray shared his story of "leading while bleeding," as he & his family carried on the legacy of his late father Pastor Steve Gray, Sr. His perspective on grief is an integral part of his life story! Pastor Gray gave us the roadmap of preparation, resiliency, and how to navigate the ebs and flows of life, yet rejoicing and praising God through it all! #TeachUs

Connect with Pastor Gray:

Reaching All Generations Kingdom Ministries

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While exploring the grief journey of losing both of her parents, Carla Walker was able to identify her purpose as a mirror of the legacy they left behind. Carla spotlighted mental health in the African American church, youth & community advocacy, and how these two topics has enabled her to thrive in purpose daily! Carla’s experience has lead her to be a life coach and mentor, whose main focus is to shift norms to create a better tomorrow!

Connect with Carla Today:

JUMP (501C3) - Just Understanding My Purpose

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During this special Father's Day Episode, Elder Jarvis Tucker expressed the significance of fatherhood, honored men who influenced his life, and how he survived the effects of Leukemia physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

Jarvis is well-connected within the Maury County and surrounding counties. See community connections and resources below:

American Job Center

119 Nashville Hwy

Columbia, Tennessee 38401

(Job Fairs, Adult Education, Vocational Rehabilitation, etc)

New Day Community Church

606 Mooresville Pike

Columbia, Tennessee 38401

World renowned speaker, encourager, and woman in ministry, Mrs. Ira Booker sat down for an intimate conversation about navigating grief at various times in her life. Mrs. Booker visited several biblical stories and paired them with topics we encounter in today's society! A few key phrases to listen for are joy vs. happiness, empathy vs. compassion, depression, therapy, the spiritual ICU and much more. What a way to kick off Season 2.

Ashley Harlan’s story faith, family, friends, and the drive to move forward in life is simply amazing. From surviving a brain bleed to navigating the recovery process to accepting how quickly life changed, Ashley defied all odds, never gave up, and is now a thriving business owner! Ashley is grateful to God for new insights, heightening compassion, and another chance! #grieftogratitude #tbisurvivor #solopreneurlife

For more information on Ashley & The Concierge CFO:

IG: ashley_natrice

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During this therapeutic conversation, Kristen J. Small (Therapist, Consultant, Speaker, & Writer) sat down to share her grief story and for a Q/A session to educate us on grief therapy, healing practices, mental wellness & the overall connection between the mind and body. Kristen believes we all are capable of living full, healed, wholehearted lives! We hope you enjoy this episode.

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Connect with Kristen:

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjthecounselor

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kjthecounselor/

Enjoy this soul stirring, faith-based conversation with Bennie L. Caston II as we explore questioning God, purposeful praise, and finding the good in humanity! 🙌🏽🩵💪🏾💙👏🏼

Connect with Bennie today:

Facebook: Bennie L. Caston II

Instagram: blcaston2

Tic Toc: benniecaston

YouTube: BL Caston II

We hope you enjoy this spirit filled conversation with Janay Armstrong!

Episode Resources: https://www.facebook.com/janay.armstrong https://www.facebook.com/NerdyBoyCompanyLLC

We encourage you to absorb this moment in time. This life changing, motivational conversation with Georgena "Cookie" Porter-Wilson is a great way to start your new year with a fresh perspective of navigating grief in the days, weeks, and years to come. 💙🌱🤌🏽

We hope you enjoy this exclusive, vulnerable conversation as our host Tiffani Nicole Waire has an intimate conversation with her mother Janet Cannon Waire. They explored the impact of losing a mother, a child, adult grief and the power of faith & resiliency through it all!

The wait is over! Mr. James Martin's highly anticipated episode is here. Listen, as Mr. Martin give us the game plan for the grief journey, child advocacy and men's mental health. Tap in with Mr. Martin on the Young Kings Mentorship Program, Vision 20/20 Program, & Health & Fitness!

We invite you into our space where Mrs. Laretha Batey discussed her book "The Last Boom," in addition to her therapy journey, domestic violence awareness, and her new venture "Valerie's Voice." Tap in with Mrs. Batey today

"The Last Boom" book: https://shorturl.at/SFjTM

Book Hair Appointment on Style Seat: https://shorturl.at/Fzaa1

Real Estate: Connect online Laretha Batey

Full episode also available on YouTube & Spotify!

You will laugh, cry, smile, and be in aw of God's goodness, as Mr. Hommer Homteam Smith shares his powerful testimony of survival, his parent's impact, and all the life lessons he learned along the way!

Tap in with The HomeTeam Show today

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thehometeamshow9133

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehometeamshow/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14sHFRLt3FF/

Full episode also available on YouTube & Spotify!

Enjoy this faith filled episode as Heather Lipscomb reveals experiencing infant loss twice, her father's journey with Alzheimer's disease, and the turning point in which God intervened during her grief! Heather reminded us of how staying connected to God can shift the trajectory of your life, which propelled her purpose. Full episode available on Facebook, YouTube, & Spotify.

As a Certified Death Doula follow "To Live Again After" for grief & transitional support services:

Facebook: To Live Again

Instagram: @toliveagainafter

Email: toliveagainafter@gmail.com

We hope you enjoy this discussion with Tia Alderson. She describes four powerful women who left a lasting impression on her life, helping her young son navigate his father’s death, and embracing her oldest son’s Autism journey.

#AprilisAutismAwarenessMonth

https://www.facebook.com/tia.alderson

🙌🏾 Sunday’s Best, Pastor Marcus K Duke of New Day Community Church shares his testimony of finding hope through loss, men’s emotional suppression, and protecting your peace. He also discussed why support matters when you need it most and how that support shows up as faith, forgiveness, self control, boundaries, presence, reassurance, therapy, and self care in tough moments! 🙏🏽💙👏🏾

New Day Community Church: 606 Mooresville Pike - Columbia, Tennessee

A true woman evolved you are Ms. Linde Ellerby! You spoke volumes on how to evolve through the hardships of life. We explored childhood traumas, the pathway to resiliency, and God’s presence in ithe midst of it all! You also reminded us of the importance of valuing, investing, and pouring into ourselves! #mind #body #spirit 🧠🧘🏽‍♀️🙏🏽

Empowering Financial Education & Strategies

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Welcome to the QT Surviving Grief Podcast!

Real life, real people, real stories about navigating grief, reclaiming hope, & moving forward. Our sole purpose is to love, serve, support, and inspire others.\\#grieftribe 🤟🏽 #healingvibez ❤️‍🩹 #soulwork 🫶🏼 #selfcare 🤌🏻

Podcast episodes air bi-weekly on Sundays.

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👉🏽 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@qtsurvivingrief

👉🏼 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/qtsurvivingrief

👉🏾 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/qtsurvivingrief

👉🏻 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qtsurvivingrief/

This movement is in loving memory of Quentin Deshon Armstrong (September 30, 1985 - May 3, 2024.)