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My friend Brandi Dayton, whose son died 3 years ago, said, “We need to know we aren’t crazy, what’s normal and that we will one day be ok.” Her comment inspired this episode. It’s natural to feel like you’re crazy … Read More
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As a society we aren’t good at feeling our emotions. We learn to use our intellect but not our emotions. Feeling your feelings is an important element of processing grief. As you’re patient and loving toward yourself you can allow … Read More
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Your grief over losing your child may leave you feeling depressed and anxious. You may also feel isolated and alone. Because of your depression you may find yourself pulling away from people and the support you want. You may feel … Read More
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After a major loss, like losing a child, it’s not unusual to find that your interests and ambitions have changed. It might be time to create a new vision for your life because “a to-do list is not a vision.” … Read More
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Gratitude is magic even in our grief. I share more of my story and my experience with devastating loss, grief and gratitude. Also, in this episode I tell you the beautiful story of Jessica Swift, her profound grief in losing … Read More
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Today we’re talking about the discipline of Positive Psychology, what it is, and how it can help us as we struggle with grief and coming back to a place of well-being and happiness. In today’s episode I mentioned Abraham Maslow … Read More
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Truly do your very best to choose hope despite your loss. If we believe that we will always be mourning and that there is no way to move beyond the excruciating pain of loss we won’t look for hope. If … Read More
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Has anyone ever told you that you have a bad attitude? Have you ever wondered what that means? We know what it looks like. We know what it feels like. But where did it come from and how do we … Read More
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I’m pretty sure we all feel certain that we should be kind and loving to others. It seems right and noble. Why don’t we offer this same level of respect to ourselves? Doesn’t it make sense that if it feels … Read More
