Prioritizing Healing: The Journey from Grief to Joy

Healing Starts with the Heart

Episode Description: In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked importance ofmaking ourselves and our healing a priority. We delve into the reasons why many of uscarry unhealed wounds from our past and how this unresolved pain can impact ourpresent lives and relationships. Sharon Brubaker, owner of The Grief School, discussesthe stigmas surrounding grief work, the necessity of emotional well-being, and sharesinspiring stories of transformation through healing. Tune in to discover how embracinggrief work can lead toa happier, more fulfilled life. Key Points:

• Unhealed Wounds:Understanding the impact of carrying unhealed wounds fromchildhood and past experiences.
• Investment in Healing:The discrepancy between what people are willing toinvest in finding love versushealing from grief.
• Repressed Pain:The consequences of ignoring or suppressing emotional pain. Societal Stigmas:Addressing the societal discomfort and stigmas associated withgrief and healing work.
• Self-Care:The importance of emotional well-being as aform of self-love and self-care. Transformation:Real-life stories of individuals who have transformed their livesthrough grief work.
• Honoring Loved Ones:How proper grieving honors our loved ones and leads topersonal joy and happiness.

Journal Questions:

1. What are some unhealed wounds from your past that you might be carrying withyou today?
2. How have you invested in your emotional well-being in the past year? Whatchanges could you make to prioritize your healing?
3. Can you identify any ways in which repressed pain has resurfaced in your currentrelationships or behaviors?
4. How do societal stigmas around grief and healing affect your willingness to seekhelp or talk about your pain?
5. What does self-care mean to you, and how can you incorporate emotionalhealing into your self-care routine?
6. Think of a time when you felt a“wink”from a loved one who has passed away.How did that experience make you feel?
7. What steps can you take today to begin or continue your journey of grief workand healing?Reflect on a storyof transformation you've heard or experienced. How does itinspire you to make your healing a priority? Resources Mentioned:The Grief School: https://www.healingstartswiththeheart.com/ Griever’s Guide: https://beacons.ai/thegriefschool Connect with Sharon: Facebook | Instagram Email:[[e-mail]] Closing Thought: "Grief work may be one of the hardest things you will go through, yet it will be one of the most rewarding. Make your healing a priority, and you’ll find yourway back to happiness, joy,and laughter."