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The Prominent 3s In Life and Grief Recovery With Adele Anderson
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3 R’s of Processing grief Robert A Neimeyer Retelling, Rebuilding, Reinventing Retelling: What happened, Who was your loved one, what was lost present and future, what extends beyond Rebuilding: rather than relinquishing, acknowledge the finality as a full body emotional acknowledgement. But also a sustainable way of continuing the bond Reinventing: our lives and ourselves in the context of what we need to change : as a opportunity of both sadness and hope - Imagine bitter sweet: from deeper despair, to carrying emotions more gently: nostalgia and remembrance Change...
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90% Of Our Success Can be Limited By Trauma
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Trauma, often lurking in the depths of our subconscious mind, acts as a formidable barrier to our success and well-being. It erects a screen saver, a shield of sorts, that tells us we are no longer safe to take risks or protect ourselves. Despite the integral role of risk in personal growth, we find ourselves paralyzed by resistance, trapped in a cycle of fear and helplessness. This inner turmoil manifests in various ways. We may fear appearing weak or vulnerable, so we resort to procrastination, self-sabotage, or negative coping mechanisms aimed at numbing the discomfort that...
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Embracing Brokenness: The Journey of Recovery and Resilience
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In the tapestry of life, threads of brokenness often weave through the fabric of our existence. We encounter moments of vulnerability, moments where the weight of despair threatens to shroud us in darkness. Yet, within these fractures, lies an undeniable beauty waiting to be discovered—a beauty that emerges from the depths of our struggles, illuminating the path toward healing and hope. Recovery, in its essence, is a journey of resilience—a testament to the remarkable capacity of the human spirit to mend and grow, even amidst the shattered fragments of our lives. It is a journey...
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Navigating Emotions: Finding Light in Grief and Overwhelm With Adele Anderson
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In this enlightening episode of "Navigating Emotions: Finding Light in Grief and Overwhelm," we delve deep into the intricate landscape of human emotions and the art of coping with life's challenges. Through a comprehensive exploration of grief, overwhelm, and worry, we uncover invaluable insights into the human experience and discover powerful coping mechanisms to navigate through difficult times. Grief, characterized by feelings of profound sadness, loss, and longing, is a universal emotion that touches us all at some point in our lives. From the depths of emotional pain to the numbness of...
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How Can A Aviator Acronym A.N.C. Help You Heal Your Grief And Better Understand how To Help A Loved-one That Is grieving
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How can an acronym guide us on our healing journey? Aviate - Acknowledge the Emptiness:** Just as a pilot must maintain control of the aircraft despite turbulence, in grief recovery, In the early days of grief, the weight of loss can feel suffocating, as if the very air we breathe has abandoned us. It's as though our emotional landscape has been stripped bare, leaving us suspended in an empty void where even drawing a breath feels like an impossible task. Maybe we feel unsteady, as if our feet see now ground below. In acknowledging this profound emptiness, we find ourselves...
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Effective Grief Communication Strategies, Preparedness Over Scaredness, Curiosity Over Questions With Adele Anderson
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The way we communicate with someone who is grieving can significantly impact their experience. Not always asking direct questions but offering support through statements aligns with effective communication strategies in grief support. 1. **Avoiding Direct Questions:** Many people, when faced with grief, find it challenging to express their emotions in response to direct questions like "Are you okay?" While the intention behind such questions is often genuine concern, it can be overwhelming for the grieving person. They may not want to burden others with their pain or may...
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"Beyond Boundaries: Transformative Goal-Setting for a Resilient You"
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Join us in a soul-stirring exploration in our latest episode, where we unlock the transformative power of goal-setting. In this heartfelt journey, we guide you through the intricate paths of overcoming psychological challenges, paving the way for resilience, authenticity, and profound healing. 🔍 Insights into the Psychological Impact: Uncover the profound impact of life's experiences on traditional goal-setting methods. We provide deep insights into the challenges that may arise and offer powerful tools to shift these obstacles, ensuring you maintain the motivation needed to...
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A Grief Relief Retreat Designed To Ease Your Grief While Building Confidence And Inner Strength
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The profound journey of navigating through the loss of a loved one is acknowledged as one of life's most challenging trials. Recognizing the importance of intentional self-care and healing, the speaker shares insights gained from personal bereavement, emphasizing the immense capacity for evolution through adversity if sorrow does not immobilize us. In response to this understanding, a haven is offered on the Sunshine Coast—a private post and beam home nestled in 7 acres of serene beauty. This retreat promises solace and rejuvenation, surrounded by the tranquility of a private mineral lake,...
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Igniting Intrinsic Motivation: Unleashing the Power Within with Adele Anderson
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Embark on a transformative journey with our podcast episode, "Igniting Intrinsic Motivation: Unleashing the Power Within." In this heartfelt exploration, we dive into the profound impact of goal-setting on one's psyche and unveil tools to overcome challenges, ensuring that this year becomes your best. So get your journals ready Discover how life's experiences can create hurdles in traditional goal-setting, affecting motivation. We present powerful tools designed to shift this challenge, helping you carve a path toward your best year yet. Delve into the concept of resonance and learn how...
info_outlineEric Clapton song tears in heaven often could make me cry. I used to love the melody as Garth Brooks sang; I could have missed the pain, but then I would have had to miss the dance.
We can touch the surface of raw emotion, watching a show, listening to lyrics, but nothing prepared us for the actual pain of losing a person we love.
Grief is not a problem to be solved, comparable to another’s grief, a disorder to overcome, or a sign of weakness, but I agree with the many quotes that say, it may be the price we pay for love.
And it is worth it a million times over.
Would I have exchanged the last 30 years of my life and all my experiences so that I could avoid this experience. NEVER. The last 30 years was a gift that made my life rich and full and molded me into the person I am.
Grief maybe the one humanity we all share, but it is so unique to each of us, BECAUSE it IS soooo completely personal. And so, what can we do? We can grieve.
As I write this, with tears streaming down my face, I know that I am still grieving. But it will not be for the entire day, I will smile, laugh, engage, be productive, love. And in between I may grieve for a few minutes, as I continue to live my life.
I believe, that grieving for a period, is necessary and healthy. It allows us time to get over the shock of loss, to surrender to our experience. Feel the pain, release the intensity of the feeling and sometimes tears help, it is like my emotions fills me up like the river breaching a dyke, my emotions overflows out of my eyes.
I recognize I need my rest. I make a point to get to bed at a decent time because grief is exhausting. And a little each day I can feel myself grow peel off a layer of grief, revealing a new version of previous self. Like polishing a stone..
Eventually, I hope to find the rough edges of the early stages of grief polished smooth. My grief is not meant to break me, but it can teach me, offer me an opportunity to grow through this experience. I believe my grief can become a bridge of hope, enhance my empathy, compassion, ability to support the ones that enter this journey.
Beyond the firsts, there will be other dates, birthdays, season, events that rebirth these raw emotions, and it is ok. Like the mini tremors that release the pressure off a tectonic plate, it is a natural release that may be needed.
In saying that, long standing grief can become detrimental to our health. It can hurt us, weaken our immune response, cause us to be susceptible to disease. And if this is the case for you then, maybe it’s time… to reach out for support, get some tool to ease suffering and raise our ability to cope and to actually feel happy. It’s not wrong to want to feel happy or to be happy.
As you know, I am opening my thinking to many practices that I had little or no knowledge of. To help myself rebalance, grow and feel not just relief but to laugh again. I know willis would want me to “lean into joy”.
Many of us, understand the energetics of the universe. The vibration of all things, so what if.. we could still be a presence? Still connect in love and joy? What if, we can’t explain everything in life or the universe, I ask you to just let yourself be and ask yourself what if..
In one of my spiritual sessions, I was told that my laughter fills him up, that my joy is his joy… so, what if..
That it’s ok to lean on the side of joy… and what if?
The other night I had this dream, I saw myself ascending upward. I was enveloped in these white wings protecting my body as I rose upward towards the stars. And then this message came through, I needed to let go… And so I did, let go. And these big beautiful supportive wings unfolded and released me, then ascended high into the sky. They became this bight star, that burst into a beautiful shower of light that rained down on me in such love and abundance, that I knew absolutely, that letting go only made room for more love, that nothing was lost or ever could be.
What I do accept, is that I don’t know everything. That there is so much of the universe is still a mystery and that’s ok. That we are only on this earth for a short period of time to experience life fully. And to grieve, may be to experience one of our deepest emotions, and so it too, must be part of this amazing life.
And even through my grief, I accept with absoluteness, the love I experienced, was a million times worth it.
Stay well out there. If you would like to connect:
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