Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
255: The Cycle of Grief
255: The Cycle of Grief
255: The Cycle of Grief
Wednesday 28th February 2024
Veronica Valli and Chip Somers discuss the cycle of grief, sharing personal stories and insights to help you navigate loss and find healing.
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42 minutes
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Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Understanding the cycle of grief: denial, bargaining, anger, depression, acceptance.
- How cultural backgrounds influence grieving processes.
- The role of denial in addiction and recovery.
- Personal stories that make the stages of grief relatable.
- The importance of acknowledging and expressing emotions.
Denial around addiction and alcoholism is quite stunning in how it almost feels like a mental disorder.
In this episode of the Soberful podcast, Veronica Valli and Chip Somers tackle the deeply emotional topic of grief. With almost 50 years of combined sobriety, they bring a wealth of experience and wisdom to the discussion. This episode is part one of a two-part series where they explore the cycle of grief, breaking it down into understandable segments that resonate with anyone who has faced loss.
From losing a wallet to the death of a loved one, Veronica and Chip explain how denial, bargaining, anger, depression, and acceptance are universal stages we all go through. Their conversation is filled with personal anecdotes and reflections that make the heavy topic more relatable and less daunting. You'll hear about Chip's humorous yet poignant story of stealing Prince Charles' hairbrush and how it ties into the larger theme of coping with loss.
They also touch on how cultural differences impact our grieving processes and the importance of allowing oneself to feel emotions rather than suppressing them. This episode isn't just for those in recovery; it's for anyone navigating the complexities of grief. Tune in to gain valuable insights and perhaps a new perspective on how to handle life's inevitable losses. Don't miss part two, where they'll dive into the four tasks of mourning. Ready to understand grief in a new light?
Give this episode a listen and find out how acknowledging your feelings can lead to healing.