37. Embracing Grief After Loss with Tara Accardo

What would happen if you finally gave yourself permission to grieve...fully, honestly, and without apology?In today’s episode, Alyssa Carlene explores what it means to embrace grief with an open heart, especially while navigating motherhood without your own mother, in conversation with Tara Accardo, a grief and soul purpose coach. They talk about how loss shows up in the everyday moments of parenting, why motherhood can make grief feel louder, and how allowing yourself to feel it all can actually soften and support you.You’ll hear raw, grounded conversations about identity, support systems, emotional triggers, and the surprising ways grief continues to evolve as we grow. This episode is here to remind you that your grief is valid, your longing is real, and you don’t have to hold any of it alone.Listen to the episode to answer the following questions: How can I navigate motherhood when my grief feels louder than my joy some days?Why does motherhood trigger old wounds and deepen the longing for my mom?How do I keep my heart open when I’m grieving, parenting, and trying to feel supported all at once?What can I do to honor my mother’s memory while still becoming the mother I want to be?How do I build a support system when the person I need the most is no longer here?