EP# 33- Griffin's Heart with actress Reagan Pasternak

I am so uncomfortable talking about death...I don't think I know anyone personally that feels differently. For some reason, I am the first call when a friend's animal is sick or they need guidance with making the choice to euthanize or push ahead to try and hope. I am grateful some friends pushed forward and didn't give up and other times it was a mistake and the choice to wait caused further anguish for the animal and once their pet passed guilt and regret set in and became disruptive to the process of grieving for the humans. Unfortunately, I have experienced too many losses - it is inevitable - yet with the many losses, I am happy to say that I can jump high and give someone up there a high five for giving me the opportunity to open my home and my heart to those beings that are no longer with me in body. I am not a fan of promoting 'stuff' - I have to believe in and validate the value of that 'thing' before I choose to present it to the people that have put their trust in me. I have been gifted many books to help me heal and work through the passing of each of my animals (as well as human friends and family members) I was sent a copy of Griffin's Heart and asked if I would be interested in doing an interview with Reagan. So I read the book (it's short about 120 pages I think) and I did each of the exercises - I wasn't sure if it would be uncomfortable or boring or just cheesy - it was none of these things. It was mildly cathartic and sweet and I laughed to myself when a few of the prompts triggered some really funny memories of the little beasts that shared their lives with me. I hope you enjoy this interview. Here are the links to Griffin's Heart. https://www.griffinsheart.com/ You can follow Reagan on IG @reaganjpasternak and tag @griffinsheartbook with your pets' pictures and stories of their beautiful lives. *The views, information, or opinions expressed during The Petropolist podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of its employees. The Petropolist is not responsible and does not verify for accuracy of the information contained in the podcast series available for listening on this site. The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. This podcast is available for private non-commercial use only. You may not edit, modify, or re-distribute this podcast.*