True growth never comes without pain. And one of the biggest, most common forms of pain we feel is grief. So how do we overcome this pain that can oftentimes cripple and overwhelm us? In this episode, we kick off our new season with special guest Gianna Demedio - a grief expert who has helped countless people process the experiences and emotions that come with grief through her So Sorry For Your Loss Podcast. Whether you are grieving the loss of a relationship, loved one, or a missed opportunity, this episode will help you not only navigate your grief but wear it like a badge of honor. Tune in now and reframe your narrative of grief into a healthier and more positive one!

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KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• What is grief and when do we experience it?
• Why your grief is not linear.
• How to deal with memories of someone you’ve lost.
• Why you need to sit in your pain.
• How growth comes with grief.
• Ways to support someone through grief.
• How do you know when you’ve truly healed?
• The importance of giving yourself grace.
• Do men and women grieve differently?

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QUOTABLES:‍

“Healing doesn't mean the damage never existed; it means it no longer controls your life.”

“All grief is, is learning to rewrite the story without someone who you thought would be forever in it.”

“If you look at it, yes, it's grief, but it's also growth. You're not supposed to be the same person after this is. It's unfortunate that you have to have growth in this way, but this is the way that the world is telling you that you needed to do it.”

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PRODUCTS / RESOURCES:

Follow Gianna on Instagram @gianna.de - https://www.instagram.com/gianna.de/

Tune in to the So Sorry For Your Loss Podcast at www.ssfylpodcast.com‍

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