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  • Grief and Loss (Part 1)

Grief and Loss (Part 1)

Wednesday 6th April 2022

Join Wes Thompson and Austin Hill as they candidly discuss grief and loss, offering insights on navigating these heavy emotions on 'Healing Connections'.
11 minutes
Hopeful
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Encouraging
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Relational Recovery
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Facing Grief and Loss: A Heartfelt Discussion on Healing Connections

Grief is not a negative emotion, I would call it a... It's a heavy emotion. But you can also feel heavy emotions and be incredibly happy. The more I feel grief, the more I'll have a deeper capacity for joy and gratitude.
Ever grappled with the weight of grief and loss? In this episode of 'Healing Connections', hosts Wes Thompson and Austin Hill tackle this tough subject head-on, bringing their authentic and compassionate approach to the forefront. They open up about the recent, tragic loss of one of their leaders to a drug overdose, shedding light on how such events can deeply impact our lives.
Austin shares a moving insight, noting that grief isn’t a negative emotion, but rather a heavy one that can expand our capacity for joy and gratitude over time. Wes adds that many of us aren’t equipped to handle grief, often leading to avoidance behaviors like substance abuse. Together, they stress the importance of confronting grief, no matter how painful it might be.
They delve into how grief is uniquely tied to our relationships with those we’ve lost and the complications that arise when the loss feels preventable. This candid conversation is a must-listen for anyone struggling to process their emotions in a healthy way. Tune in for part one of this heartfelt discussion and find solace in knowing you’re not alone.
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