In this podcast episode, Margaret Meloni shares her personal journey of finding relief from suffering during times of grief and loss. She emphasizes the importance of practicing self-compassion and allowing oneself to feel uncomfortable with death and grief as a normal human experience. Meloni discusses the benefits of being present and not getting caught up in being productive or avoiding the pain of grief.  Listeners will hear how Meloni found solace in practicing gratitude, caring for her pets, and engaging with Buddhist teachings on impermanence and death. She shares how teachings such as the Four Noble Truths and dependent origination helped her come to terms with the reality of mortality and reduce her suffering. Meloni encourages consistent spiritual practice and finding teachings that resonate with each individual's beliefs and values.  The key message of the episode is that by practicing self-compassion, gratitude, and engaging with teachings on impermanence, listeners can find relief from suffering and a greater sense of ease during life's most challenging moments. Join Margaret Meloni as she offers insight and guidance on finding peace and comfort in the face of grief and loss.