Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
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New Year, Next Happy: Grieving Losses Large and Small
New Year, Next Happy: Grieving Losses Large and Small
New Year, Next Happy: Grieving Losses Large and Small
Thursday 14th January 2021
Join Tracey Cleantis on Recovery Road as she shares practical advice for navigating grief and finding new paths forward. Embrace your emotions and heal.
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Get the buttons here!Healing Through Grief: Tracey Cleantis on Recovery Road
Grief is a natural reaction to loss and you have lost something major. You may feel sure that if you start to cry that you will never stop. You may feel absolutely certain that your life cannot be happy without this dream. You will get through this, you will move on and through it and you will get to the other side.
Tracey Cleantis brings a heartfelt and practical approach to dealing with grief in this episode of Recovery Road. Drawing from her own life experiences and her book, *The Next Happy: Let Go of the Life You Planned and Find a New Way Forward*, Cleantis offers nine essential guidelines for navigating the often turbulent waters of loss.
Whether it's the loss of a loved one, a dream, or any significant change, Cleantis emphasizes the importance of fully experiencing emotions like sadness, anger, and even shame. Her advice isn't just theoretical; it's rooted in real-world wisdom and compassion. One of the standout points Cleantis makes is the necessity of self-care during periods of grief. She encourages listeners to treat themselves with the same kindness and nurturing they would offer a dear friend.
This means allowing oneself to feel deeply without resorting to addictive behaviors that might offer temporary relief but ultimately hinder the healing process. Cleantis also talks about the challenging but crucial task of letting go of the life you had planned. It's about accepting that some dreams may never come to fruition and finding new paths forward. Her approach is both gentle and firm, providing a balanced perspective that many will find comforting and actionable.
For anyone struggling with loss, this episode offers not just solace but practical steps to move forward. Cleantis' insights are particularly valuable for those who may also be dealing with substance use issues, as she highlights the importance of facing grief head-on rather than seeking escape through harmful behaviors. Tune in to find out how you can embrace your grief and discover a new way forward.