BW 165: From Grief to Growth: How Small Steps Can Heal After Loss with Brad Morell and the Grief Observed Podcast

In this episode of The Brave Widow Show, I sit down with Brad Morell, a licensed professional counselor and host of the Grief Observed Podcast.   Brad shares his journey from corporate life to counseling, his personal experiences with divorce and the death of a best friend, and how grief has shaped his calling to help others.   We explore:  Why moving forward (not “moving on”) is essential in grief recovery  The surprising science behind tears as healing   How family dynamics and expectations complicate the grieving process  Why men are beginning to reach out for mental health support more than ever  The power of Kaizen: small steps that change your life    Brad and I also talk about the importance of faith, connection, and simply showing up for grieving friends.   ✨ Whether you’re in the early stages of loss or years into your journey, this episode offers hope, perspective, and practical tools for healing.   Connect with Brad:   Podcast: Grief Observed Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grief-observed-podcast/id1714188718  Website: griefobserved.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast   Emily’s episode on the Grief Observed Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grief-observed-podcast/id1714188718?i=1000722104513     ✨ Work with Emily: Ready to stop just surviving and start rebuilding? Book a free consult at bravewidow.com.   Timestamps:  00:35 Brave Widow Academy Updates 02:13 Upcoming Grief Recovery Program 04:23 Introducing Brad Morell 05:17 Brad's Journey to Counseling 06:46 Personal Experiences with Grief 12:01 The Importance of Asking for Help 13:32 Challenges in Mental Health and Grief 16:29 Family Dynamics and Grief 21:39 Moving Forward After Loss 24:30 Understanding Kaizen: The Power of Small Steps 27:51 Managing Expectations in Life and Relationships 33:40 The Role of Faith in Overcoming Loss 35:15 The Healing Power of Tears and Emotions 40:48 Finding Hope and Resilience in Grief 42:40 Resources and Support for Grief Recovery     📌 Subscribe & Stay Connected 👍 Like this video if it helped you 🎧 Subscribe for more stories and strategies for life after loss. 💬 Leave a comment if this story resonates with you or if you want to share your own experience.📩 Share it with someone who needs encouragement   Ready for more support?   Book a free consult here: https://calendly.com/bravewidow/widow-consult-call Download the Brave New Widow Starter Kit: A free guide to help you navigate the first steps of widowhood. → https://bravewidow.com/start           Join the Brave Widow Academy: https://bravewidow.com/academy   I’m Emily Tanner.  I was widowed at age 37, one month shy of our 20 year wedding anniversary.  Nathan and I have four beautiful children together, and my world was turned completely upside down when I lost him.   Now, I love my life again!  I’m able to experience joy, achieve goals and dreams I thought I’d lost, and rediscover this next version of me.   I did the work. I invested in coaching for myself. I learned what I needed to do to move forward and took the steps. I implemented the tools and strategies that I use for my clients in my coaching program.     This is for you, if:  You want a faith-based approach to coaching  You want to move forward after loss, and aren’t sure how  You want to enjoy life without feeling weighed down by guilt, sadness, or regret  You want a guide to help navigate this journey to the next version of you  You want to rediscover who you are    Schedule a consult with Emily:  https://calendly.com/bravewidow/widow-consult-call?month=2024-08      Find and take the next steps to move forward (without “moving on”).       FOLLOW me on SOCIAL:   Twitter | @brave_widow   Instagram | @brave_widow   Facebook |   / bravewidow     YouTube | @bravewidow