008 - Running Through Pain: Healing and Mediumship with Colleen Coleman

Our Dead Dads

What if embracing your grief could unlock a new purpose in life? This week on Our Dead Dads, we're inviting you into deeply heartfelt conversations about loss, healing, and the surprising paths they can lead us down. We begin with a poignant interview with Colleen Coleman, who recounts her raw and emotional journey after losing her father to alcoholism. Colleen opens up about the anger and sadness that clouded her days, leading to self-destructive behavior until she courageously faced her grief. Her story doesn't end in despair but instead unfolds into her discovering peace and a calling as a medium. Colleen’s journey underscores the importance of openly discussing our grief and finding solace in shared experiences.
Imagine running a 200-mile ultra marathon around Lake Tahoe, only to face not just physical exhaustion but an unexpected and dangerous encounter with oxycontin. This episode takes a turn into the grueling and transformative experience of completing such a marathon in 2014. Through this, we explore the emotional depths of recovery, depression, and the surprising discovery of spiritual practices like yoga, smudging, and breath medicine. These practices didn't just heal, they revealed newfound mediumship abilities, emphasizing that our connections with loved ones can continue beyond death. This chapter is a testament to how such spiritual practices can profoundly impact our journey through grief and lead us to new purposes.
Lastly, we shed light on the unique and diverse nature of grief through personal and familial stories. From the loneliness of losing a parent to the unexpected comfort of community support, we address the necessity of ongoing connections and shared healing. We discuss the varied ways siblings process loss, the evolution of family traditions, and the importance of embracing emotions rather than numbing them. This episode wraps up with lighter, casual conversations about personal quirks and favorites, offering a human touch and a sense of camaraderie. Join us for this emotional and enlightening journey, as we aim to support and heal one heart at a time.
CONTACT COLLEEN: www.ColleenColeman.com
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Chapters

1. Normalize Grief and Loss Conversations (00:00:00)

2. Journey Through Grief and Healing (00:12:37)

3. Men and Grief (00:23:59)

4. Siblings and Healing Bonds (00:36:25)

5. Support and Connection After Loss (00:41:31)

6. Casual Conversations and Random Questions (00:53:03)

7. Shared Grief Stories (01:05:48)