177: Coping with Grief and Shattering Loss when Tragedy Strikes with Lisa Appelo

We are starting a brand new series–how to manage our mind during hard times–and today we’re talking about managing grief. How can we manage our mind through shattering loss and have hope in trials when we lose a loved one unexpectedly? Today’s guest, Lisa Appelo shares her story of suddenly becoming a widow and, as a homeschooling mom, becoming sole provider to seven children. Lisa shares so vulnerably about her grief journey and how God has helped her put her world back together about her husband’s death. Discover what she’s learned about managing grief and how you can be encouraged in your difficult season.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:[9:10] Lisa’s Story of Shattering Loss: Unexpectedly Losing Her Husband[12:25] Coping with Grief and Realizing That God’s Plan Differs from Our Vision[15:05] How Lament Is An Important Part of Managing Grief[21:44] Focusing on Lament Versus Turning to Bitterness After Shattering Loss[23:37] The Big Lies That Can Build When Managing Grief[26:50] The Temptation to Move Toward Acceptance (Without Really Managing Grief)[33:16] Finding God-Given Hope Rather than Misplaced Hope In Trials[37:02] Saving Grace Versus Sustaining Grace Through a Grief Journey[41:22] Lisa’s Advice for Someone Struggling with Grief and Feeling Hopeless[44:32] Managing Our Mindset During Hard TimesCONNECT WITH LISA:WebsiteFREE WORKSHOP: How to Break Free from Feeling “Never Enough”You don’t have to stay stuck in the overwhelm and exhaustion of perfectionism, people pleasing or trying to prove yourself worthy.What if I told you that there was a SECRET WEAPON for rewiring your mind to align with God’s truth: the proven BRAIN SCIENCE TOOL that pro athletes and high achievers have used for decades?!Join the hundreds of Christian women who are using this highly effective brain science tool to find healing from a lifetime of worry, shame and striving for acceptance.Go to VibrantChristianLiving.com/mind to sign up for this powerful free training!Send us Fan Mail