20. Grief and Midlife Health: Coping with Loss & Stress

In this deeply personal episode of Midlife and Glowing, hosts Alicia and Nicole discuss their experiences with grief, focusing on their father who passed away in the summer of 2020 due to stage four stomach cancer. They share how grief has physically and emotionally impacted their lives, including changes in mood, sleep, appetite, and even neurological effects. The episode also delves into how they've coped through self-care practices like therapy, yoga, and connecting with loved ones. They discuss the book 'Signs' by Laura Lynne Jackson and how it helped them recognize signs from their dad since his passing. The session concludes with a poem that encapsulates the enduring nature of grief and love. Whether you've experienced the loss of a loved one, changing life circumstances, or other forms of grief, this episode aims to provide comfort, validation, and hope.⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps00:00 Introduction and Personal Grief Journey01:27 Physical and Emotional Impact of Grief02:31 Grief's Effect on the Brain05:19 Navigating Grief in Midlife06:13 Cherished Memories and Signs from Loved Ones15:10 Coping Mechanisms and Family Support18:35 Finding Comfort in Signs and Spiritual Connections26:43 Unexpected Package27:44 Signs from Dad35:19 Profound Book Insights38:15 Grief in Midlife39:50 Navigating Grief43:04 Poem on Grief46:37 Closing Thoughts📌 Resources:📚 Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe by Laura Lynne Jackson → https://amzn.to/3IqEyncSupport the show👆Thank you so much! 💗Shop our podcast outfits 👉 hereLooking for high quality supplements? We have an online dispensary with high quality options (that we use ourselves!). Check it out 👉here!Find us on:Website: dailyglowlife.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MidlifeandglowingPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thedailyglowlife/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@midlifeandglowingDisclaimer: The content shared on Midlife and Glowing is for informational and educational purposes only. While we share tips, tools, and personal experiences around wellness, beauty, and midlife transitions, this podcast is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or wellness routine—especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition.We may occasionally mention products or services we love and use ourselves. Some of these may include affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission if you...