Ep 81: Strength in sorrow - Adrienne turned the loss of her 2 children into Dragonfly Grief Coaching

Adrienne shares her incredible journey through unimaginable loss, including the passing of her two children, Mackenzie and Kyler. As a mother, survivor, and grief recovery specialist, she opens up about navigating life after loss, finding courage through adversity, and transforming pain into purpose. Adrienne’s path led her to create Dragonfly CoachingShe now helps others heal, rebuild, and rediscover meaning after grief. Her story is both heart-wrenching and hopeful...a powerful reminder that even in the darkest seasons, it’s possible to rise again with compassion, purpose, and love. Takeaways:Grief is not something to overcome, but something to move through with grace. Healing comes from connection, honesty, and allowing yourself to feel. The loss of two children taught Adrienne that strength and softness can coexist. Dragonfly Coaching was born from Adrienne’s determination to help others find hope after heartbreak. Sharing stories of pain can open pathways to collective healing. “I want something good to come from this.” — Adrienne Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: Overcoming Adversity 02:04 Adrienne's Journey Begins 04:02 Facing Family Health Crises 06:24 Navigating Loss and Grief 10:08 The Impact of Addiction 14:03 Coping with Multiple Losses 17:59 Finding Strength in Healing 26:52 Reflections on Resilience 28:53 A Mother’s Strength in Crisis 33:14 Cherishing Memories and Finding Meaning 38:14 Transforming Grief into Purpose 44:48 Finding Joy Amidst Loss 49:57 Sharing the Journey Through Writing Learn more about Adrienne’s story in her book:The Almost Miracle YearsThis episode of Adventures in Adversity is sponsored by DIVINI, a honey-based sparkling kombucha tea. Visit Divini and use discount code Breanne10 at checkout for a discount!Adventures in Adversity on Instagram & Facebook#grief #resilience #cancer #recovery #mentalhealth #motherhood #loss #healing