Dying to Live, Living to Die
Existential Academy Conference
31st October & 1st November 2025
Keynote: Navigating Loss & Embracing Life
This 45-minute interactive workshop offers a compassionate and practical exploration of grief as a natural part of life—not something to fix, but something to understand and grow through. Rooted in existential psychology and inspired by The Loss Prescription, Dr. Chloe guides participants through the emotional, physical, social, and spiritual dimensions of loss.
Ideal for individuals, therapists, wellbeing leads, and HR professionals, the session invites deep reflection and provides meaningful tools for both personal healing and supporting others.
What You’ll Gain:
– A deeper understanding of grief as a transformative process
– Tools to regulate emotions and nurture self-compassion
– Insights into how loss impacts identity, purpose, and connection
– Practical strategies from The Loss Prescription for continued growth
– Confidence to support yourself and others through times of ambiguity and pain
Expect:
A safe, reflective space combining gentle psychoeducation, therapeutic insight, and the Four Pillars of Grief Recovery to help you meet grief with courage—and life with renewed meaning.
Media Appearances
Podcast Interview for "We don't talk enough about" with Helen Marie
Grief & Loss with Dr Chloe (Episode 46)
In this deeply tender and honest conversation, I’m joined by psychologist and grief specialist Dr. Chloe Paidoussis-Mitchell to explore the many layers of grief and loss. Together, we define what grief truly is — not just the sorrow we feel after the passing of a loved one, but also the heartbreak that comes with life transitions, endings, and unmet hopes.
We talk about what happens in the brain and body during grief, how it affects our mental health, and why so many of our reactions are not only normal, but deeply human. From navigating the “firsts” after a loss, to wondering how long grieving is “supposed” to take, to finding your way through the fog — we gently unpack your questions and offer reflections to help you feel less alone.
Most of all, we speak to the healing power of compassion — for yourself, for others, and for the full range of emotions that grief brings.
If you’re carrying loss, or supporting someone who is, I hope you find that this episode is a soft place to land.
Listen on your usual podcast platform.
As seen and heard in
Broadcast & Audio
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BBC Radio 2 – The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show
Expert insights on navigating mental health and collective emotional fatigue. -
BBC Radio 4 – Sideways with Matthew Syed
Commentary on grief tech -
Fubar Radio - Death: A funny business (Grief's impact on the body)
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BBC Local Radio (Nationwide)
A frequent guest on grief, trauma, and emotional wellbeing -
Scala Radio – Mindful Parenting Special
Discussion on mental health and grief. -
CNN International
Commentary on well-being and mental health.
Press & Print Media
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The Guardian - Article on How to Grief
Led a Guardian Masterclass on “How to Grieve” during the pandemic, supporting the public through personal and collective loss. -
The Daily Telegraph
Quoted on high-functioning grief and mental health in modern life and on parenting issues. -
Huffington Post
Contributed articles on mental health, emotional burnout, grief recovery, and anxiety.
Podcasts
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"I Don’t Think We Talk Enough About…" – Episode 46: Grief & Loss
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"A Guide to After Life" – Season 2, Episode 21: How to Heal Your Nervous System After Loss?
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"Stompcast" Part 1 – The 5 Stages of Grief Are a Myth
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"Stompcast" Part 2 – Why We Need to Talk About Death
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"Stompcast" Part 3 – Navigating Grief: Tips for Self‑Care and Emotional Wellbeing
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"MQ Open Mind" - Understanding Grief
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"The Trauma & Mental Health Report" - Healing Identity during grief
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"Stolen Goodbyes" – Surviving Grief – A Special Episode
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"Grief is my superpower" - Understanding Grief
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"Learning to Adult" - Grief with Professor Green
🎤 Book Dr Chloe For:
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Keynote Speaking & Corporate Talks
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Mental Health & Grief Masterclasses
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Podcast Interviews
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Panel Events
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Media Commentary & Thought Leadership
Featured Topics Include:
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The Psychology of Grief in a Fast-Paced World
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Healing After Emotional Collapse
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The Body’s Call for Change: Listening to Pain as a Message for Healing
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Workplace Grief and Compassionate Leadership
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Post-Traumatic Growth and the Power of Inner Work
For Speaking & Media Enquiries:
Please contact:
Dr Chloe Paidoussis-Mitchell
📩 cpaidoussis@me.com
For Book & Publishing Enquiries:
Eleanor Birne, Literary Agent
📍 RCW Literary Agency
📩 eleanor@rcwlitagency.com
🌐 www.rcwlitagency.com
