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Healing Starts with the Heart

Release Date: 08/26/2023

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Healing Starts with the Heart

Welcome to "Healing Starts with the Heart," a podcast where we explore the journey of healing from grief. I'm your host, Sharon, and today we're going to talk about a feeling that many of us who have experienced loss can relate to: not wanting to return to 'normal.' Let's start with a simple truth. When you lose someone or something important, your life changes. It's like you're on a journey where, at first, your loss becomes a part of you. It's not about overcoming it quickly; it's about integrating it into your life. Now, I know the idea of getting 'better' or the thought of your grief...

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Hi everyone, welcome back to "Healing Starts with the Heart." I'm Sharon, your host, and today I want to talk about something very close to my heart: helping you heal from heartbreak and find peace and joy again. If you're feeling alone, overwhelmed, or just lost in your grief, I'm here to support you. I understand the pain of a broken heart deeply because I've been there too. After the death of my nephew Austin, I thought I would never really live again. I was consumed by grief. But then, something changed. I was introduced to a Grief Recovery Specialist, and through their guidance, I learned...

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Giving Your Grief Space: The Power of Allowing Pain to Exist

 

Introduction

Grieving is a complex journey that everyone experiences differently. πŸ’” In our culture, we often feel pressure to suppress our pain and put on a brave face. However, it's essential to find those places where your grief can be as bad as it is, where it can suck as much as it does. Your pain needs space to be acknowledged and felt. In this blog post, we'll explore the significance of giving your grief the space it deserves and how allowing your pain to exist can be transformative.

 

Acknowledging the Depth of Your Pain

The pain of loss can be overwhelming, and it's natural to want to avoid or bury those emotions. However, denying your pain can hinder the healing process. By finding places where you can let your grief be as intense as it is, you give yourself permission to confront the depths of your emotions. 🌊

Allowing yourself to fully feel the pain can be frightening, but it's a brave and necessary step towards healing. Embrace your emotions with compassion, knowing that it's okay to feel deeply. πŸ’•

 

Creating Safe Spaces for Grief

Finding safe spaces where you can express your grief without judgment is crucial. It could be a quiet corner in your home, a support group, or a close friend who is willing to listen without trying to fix things. In these spaces, you can be vulnerable and authentic, allowing your pain to be witnessed and acknowledged. πŸ€—

Giving your grief space in these environments creates room for validation and healing. It helps you process your emotions and prevents them from being suppressed and festering inside you. 🌈

 

The Transformative Power of Allowing Pain

At first, it may seem like allowing your pain to exist without restraint is too intangible to be of use. However, by giving your grief space, you change it somehow. You transform the pain from an overwhelming force into something you can navigate and learn from. 🌟

When you embrace your pain with openness, you take control of it instead of letting it control you. Allowing your pain to exist helps you understand its impact on your life and enables you to find healthier ways of coping with it. πŸ’ͺ

 

Embracing Healing Through Acceptance

Accepting and allowing your pain doesn't mean you're surrendering to it forever. It means you're giving yourself permission to heal. It's a step towards self-compassion and self-awareness. By acknowledging your pain, you create space for self-growth and resilience. 🌱

Remember, healing is not linear, and grief may resurface from time to time. But by giving your grief space, you cultivate a foundation of acceptance and understanding that can carry you through the ups and downs of the healing journey. 🌞

 

Conclusion

Giving your grief space is a powerful act of self-compassion. Allow yourself to find those places where your pain can exist without judgment or suppression. Embrace your emotions, feel deeply, and create safe spaces for healing. By acknowledging your pain, you empower yourself to transform it and navigate the path towards healing and growth. πŸŒ·πŸ’–

 

 

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