Margaret Swift Thompson
Margaret Swift Thompson
Ep 167 - Love, Loss and Finding Grace Through the Journey of Grief.
Ep 167 - Love, Loss and Finding Grace Through the Journey of Grief.
Ep 167 - Love, Loss and Finding Grace Through the Journey of Grief.
Sunday 9th February 2025
Jay shares his journey of grief, healing, and the power of grace after losing his son to addiction. A heartfelt conversation with Margaret Swift Thompson.
30 minutes
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Healing
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Margaret Swift Thompson
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Finding Grace Through Grief: Jay's Journey After Losing His Son to Addiction
Episode Overview
- Grieving the loss of a loved one to addiction is a complex journey.
- Community support can come from unexpected places.
- The importance of talking about and remembering those we've lost.
- Reactions to grief vary widely, from avoidance to unexpected kindness.
- Finding strength and healing through the power of grace.
People can’t coddle you forever, and I don’t expect them to. But some of the people closest to you have zero to say.
Margaret Swift Thompson brings you another touching episode of The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast. This time, she continues her heartfelt conversation with Jay, a father who faced the unimaginable loss of his son, Jason, to addiction. Jay shares the raw emotions and challenges that come with grieving a loved one lost to addiction, offering listeners a glimpse into his journey of healing and the transformative power of grace.
He talks about the importance of community and how unexpected bonds have formed in the wake of his son's passing. Jay's story is not just about loss; it's about finding strength in the darkest times and the significance of remembering those we've lost. He candidly discusses how people around him reacted to his grief, from avoidance to unexpected support, and how these interactions have shaped his path.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has experienced loss or is supporting someone through it. You'll find comfort, understanding, and perhaps even a bit of hope in Jay's words. So grab a cup of coffee and join Margaret and Jay for a conversation that’s as enlightening as it is emotional.