One Day at a Time with Tianna Jones

In this deeply honest and tender episode, Angel Morel sits down once again with her friend Tianna Jones — wife, mom, licensed therapist, and grief survivor — for a raw conversation about navigating loss through the colder months and beyond. Tianna first shared her story of losing her mother to domestic violence, the same year Angel lost her mom to a heart attack. Now, she returns to share how grief has evolved for her as both a daughter and a therapist holding space for others.

Together, they unpack what it means to actually check in with yourself when you’re grieving, especially as winter, anniversaries, and birthdays collide. From crying behind a closed office door, to asking for help, to letting your “strong friend” just be human for a moment, Angel and Tianna offer a real look at what healing can look like when you give yourself permission to feel.

Tianna opens up about her own turning point in seeking therapy, how watching her mother grieve without support shaped her, and why finding the right therapist (or coach) matters. She also shares how working with children has softened the way she views tears, emotional release, and coping skills — and why her simple mantra, “one day at a time,” continues to ground her in seasons that feel heavy.

By the end of this episode, you’ll be reminded that you don’t have to be the strong one all the time — and that healing isn’t about rushing past your pain, but about honoring your heart one day at a time.

💛 Key Takeaways

• Grief often feels heavier in colder months and around anniversaries — and that’s normal.
• Checking in with yourself might look like crying, resting, taking a day off, or asking for support.
• Your “strong friend” needs real check-ins, not just a place to absorb everyone else’s emotions.
• The right therapist or coach will challenge you, not just agree with you.
• Taking life one day at a time helps calm anxiety about the future and keeps you present.

✨ Connect with Tianna Jones

🔎 Find her on Psychology Today: Search “Tianna Jones Psychology Today”
📱 Instagram: @thoughtsofme_therapy

🎧 Connect with The Grieving Journey Podcast

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📧 Share your story or inquire about being a guest: thegrievingjourney@gmail.com

Healing doesn’t mean you stop missing them — it means you keep moving forward, one day at a time.