2 Sober Chicks - Lisa & Julie

2 Sober Chicks

2 Sober Chicks - Lisa & Julie

  • Shotglass w Julie - Grief in Life

Shotglass w Julie - Grief in Life

Thursday 6th August 2020

Julie from '2 Sober Chicks' discusses coping with grief in recovery, highlighting the importance of professional support and practical strategies.
Explicit
12 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Encouraging
Educational
Supportive

About this podcast

2 Sober Chicks
Author:
2 Sober Chicks - Lisa & Julie
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Links:
Visit site
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Julie’s Take on Grief: Navigating Loss in Recovery

Buried alive feelings, don't die. So it's really important for us, even if we don't want to like, quote, unquote, get past them or accept them or heal them, to acknowledge where we are when we are where we are.
Grief is a heavy burden, whether you're in recovery or not. Julie from '2 Sober Chicks' dives into this profound topic, offering a compassionate look at how to cope with loss. She doesn't shy away from acknowledging that some griefs linger, urging listeners to be present with their emotions, no matter how tough. Julie breaks down the Kubler-Ross model, explaining its stages and how they apply to our grieving process.
She also makes a crucial distinction between complicated grief and acute grief, emphasizing the need for professional help when things get overwhelming. Throughout the episode, Julie shares practical coping strategies, like the importance of therapy and building a strong support network. She gently reminds us that those we've lost remain with us through our cherished memories, which can bring comfort even in the darkest times.
If you're grappling with grief, Julie's insights might just offer the solace and guidance you need.