In this episode of Not Your Average Grief, I chat with my beautiful friend and guest Portia Barton. Portia is a mother of seven and a passionate advocate for food allergies. She shares with us her profound journey of grief following the loss of her daughter Charlotte, who suffered from severe food allergies. This conversation delves into the challenges of navigating grief, the importance of self-care, and the power of community support. Portia emphasizes the significance of sharing stories and advocating for food allergy awareness as a way to honor her daughter's memory. The episode offers insights into coping with loss, the duality of happiness and sadness, and the importance of finding inspiration in everyday life.

Takeaways

• Portia is a mother of seven and a food allergy advocate.
• Charlotte, Portia's daughter, had severe food allergies and tragically passed away.
• Grief is a journey that comes in waves and can be overwhelming.
• Self-care is essential in navigating grief, including journaling and honoring loved ones.
• Community support is vital for those experiencing grief.
• There is no timeline for grief; it is a personal journey.
• Portia aims to raise awareness about food allergies to honor Charlotte's memory.
• The duality of happiness and sadness is a part of the grieving process.
• Finding inspiration in everyday life can help in the healing journey.
• Sharing stories can foster connection and understanding among those grieving.

You can find, follow, and reach out to Portia on Instragram @iamportiabarton and also @livelikechar

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PS. I would love to stay connected. You can follow me on Instagram @mrsshaunadukes or head over to ShaunaDukes.com for a free ebook on how to support a grieving friend.

In this episode of Not Your Average Grief Podcast, I speak with Dr. Lynn Banis, who specializes in helping widows transform their grief into connection and joy. Dr. Lynn shares her personal journey through profound loss, including the deaths of her husband, brother, and mother. She discusses the importance of acknowledging grief, creating meaningful remembrances, and the role of community in healing. Our conversation also touches on societal attitudes towards grief, overcoming limiting beliefs, and the significance of coaching in navigating the grieving process. Dr. Lynn emphasizes the need for open discussions about grief and offers practical tools for transformation.

Takeaways

• Dr. Lynn helps widows transform loneliness into connection.
• Grief can be compounded by multiple losses.
• It's essential to acknowledge and process grief.
• Creating new traditions can help in healing.
• Community support is crucial during grief.
• Societal norms often make discussing grief uncomfortable.
• Limiting beliefs can hinder the healing process.
• Practical support for grieving individuals is vital.
• Coaching can provide a structured path through grief.
• Values may shift after a significant loss.

To find out more about Dr. Lynn and the work she does you can visit her website by clicking the link below.

Lynn Banis's Website

If you are grieving right now, you are not alone. You can order a copy of my bestselling book Even If-A Holistic Approach to Living A Joy Filled Life With Loss on amazon by clicking here.

https://amzn.to/3x5Qbd8

If you are a fellow grieving mamma and would like to know more about Holistic Grief Academy, my coaching program you can click here

https://holisticgriefacademy.myflodesk.com/prei7fpydj

PS. I would love to stay connected. You can follow me on Instagram @mrsshaunadukes or head over to ShaunaDukes.com for a free ebook on how to support a grieving friend.

In this episode I speak with Anne Hintz, who shares her profound journey of healing from grief and trauma through the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT).

Anne recounts her experience of finding her mother deceased at a young age and how it impacted her life. She discusses the importance of emotional release and self-awareness, explaining how EFT helped her process her grief and transform her life.

The conversation delves into practical steps for tapping, the significance of recognizing emotions, and the deeper understanding of life that comes from healing. Anne also shares insights from her book, 'The Pathway to Insight,' and her mission to help others navigate their grief and emotional challenges.

Takeaways

• Anne Hintz developed the ability to sense and release physical tension in her body.
• Her mother's death was a significant trauma that influenced her life.
• EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) helped Anne process her grief.
• Emotions are energy that can be released from the body.
• Self-awareness is crucial in recognizing and addressing emotions.
• Tapping can be a practical tool for emotional release.
• Meditation and EFT serve different purposes in healing.
• Anne's journey led her to teach others about emotional healing.
• The body holds memories and emotions physically.
• Life can be deeper and richer once we process our grief.

You can find Anne, learn more from her and follow her journeyby clicking this link. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9vDqooYE6w

If you are grieving right now, you are not alone. You can order a copy of my bestselling book Even If-A Holistic Approach to Living A Joy Filled Life With Loss on amazon by clicking here.

https://amzn.to/3x5Qbd8

If you are a fellow grieving mamma and would like to know more about Holistic Grief Academy, my coaching program you can click here

https://holisticgriefacademy.myflodesk.com/prei7fpydj

PS. I would love to stay connected. You can follow me on Instagram @mrsshaunadukes or head over to ShaunaDukes.com for a free ebook on how to support a grieving friend.