What if that pivotal moment was just the beginning?

Grief Episodes

July 11, 2023

The Art of Kindness in the Face of Tragedy | Robert Peterpaul

Robert Peterpaul, host of the "The Art of Kindness" podcast, shares his inspiring story of resilience and the power of kindness. “I remember the moment that really started to shift things was waking up that morning to go to school. When my brother said, my stomach hurts, I don't feel well,…

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June 13, 2023

Normalizing Trauma Responses: Navigating Grief and Family Relationshi…

This week on The Life Shift Podcast, MC McDonald shares her journey of overcoming trauma, navigating grief and family relationships, and finding success. "I think if we can think about trauma and, and that point of healing as possible, then we can, we can enter into the healing process with a lo…

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May 30, 2023

From Heartbreak to Healing: Writing through Grief and Loss | Lori Kee…

In this episode, Lori Keesey shares her journey of growth and healing after the tragic loss of her son. “But you're thinking, my goodness, if you only knew right now, it's just not that 33-year-old man that was, he was a really, he was a real human being. He had a life, he had a way about him, h…

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May 16, 2023

Entrepreneurship, Family, and Mental Health: Learning Life Lessons fr…

In this episode, entrepreneur and financial expert Larry Sprung shares his journey of overcoming loss and tragedy in his family to help others. Larry's experiences taught him valuable lessons about the importance of mental health and seeking help when needed. “If you're walking down the street a…

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May 9, 2023

Overcoming Mental Traps And Finding Your Compass | Jenna Irving

In this episode, Jenna Irving shares her personal journey of overcoming mental traps and finding her "compass." "Because you really don't know how much time you have. And I felt like I had wasted so much time living in my head. I had to step out of my head." - Jenna Irving

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April 25, 2023

Navigating Tragedy: Finding Strength in Life's Challenges | Beth Book…

Beth Booker, a public relations professional, shares her powerful story of resilience and hope on The Life Shift Podcast. In this episode, she opens up about the trauma of losing her birth parents at a young age and how it has shaped her life. Beth talks about the challenges of growing up without p…

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April 4, 2023

Leaving the Mormon Church and Finding a New Purpose in Life | Brian A…

Brian Acord shares a powerful and emotional journey of leaving a high-demand religion. Growing up in Utah, surrounded by Mormons, Brian's life was deeply intertwined with the church. Everyone he knew was a church member, and he felt pressured to conform to its teachings. Brian shares his story of d…

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March 28, 2023

The Complexity of Grief After Losing a Brother in Childhood | Daniel …

Daniel Rinaldi shares his story of how losing his older brother to an inoperable brain tumor at the age of 10 changed his life forever.

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Feb. 21, 2023

Facing Tomorrow: Transforming Grief into Strength and Wisdom | John K…

**Please note that this episode may be triggering for some listeners. Take care as you listen.** John Kelley shares his story of loss, resilience, and transforming grief in this week's episode. John's story is one of tragedy and triumph, and his incredible journey inspires many. In this episode,…

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Jan. 24, 2023

A Lasting Legacy: A Father's Advice and How it Changed One Man's Life…

Matt Drinkhahn's inspiring journey is one to be admired! From overcoming bullying to his three-day golf tournament with his father, which gave him a deeper understanding of parenting, his life has been shaped by strong moments of resilience. Throughout the conversation, we continually return to a m…

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Dec. 29, 2022

REPLAY: Life Shifts and Grief: A Story of Loss, Growth And Empowermen…

This is a REPLAY of episode 11, launched in May 2022. I wanted to share this episode again for new subscribers who have yet to hear my story and the WHY behind The Life Shift Podcast. Life Shifts and Grief.

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May 3, 2022

How Losing a Mother as a Teen Can Shape a Man | Marty Klein

In this episode of The Life Shift, host Matt Gilhooly and guest Marty Klein delve into the transformative experiences that shape our lives, coping with loss, and the diverse ways individuals navigate grief and change. Marty shares his unique story, providing insights into how his childhood, influen…

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March 22, 2022

Compounding Grief & Radical Acceptance | Christin Lindley

Christin moved her life to be closer to her family, and then everything started to crumble around her. Join me as I talk to Christin Lindley, mother, wife, and company owner, about how a two-year period in her life changed everything.

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