EP72 - The Grief That Comes With Growth

In this episode I talk about a less-discussed form of grief – the kind that quietly accompanies personal growth and change. From the shedding of past identities to the unexpected grief of potential, I share my own experiences and reflections, including the emotional complexities of aging and evolving relationships. 

If you're feeling an ache for something, or someone you've outgrown, could it be that what you're really feeling is grief? Rather than bypassing the discomfort, this episode encourages gentle awareness, emotional honesty, and honoring grief as a companion on the path to self-trust and wholeness. 

In this episode you will learn:

• Why grief isn't just about death and what else it can stem from
• What makes personal growth so emotionally complex
• How aging can bring unexpected grief
• Why changes in relationships can trigger grief, even healthy or necessary shifts
• What makes the grief of potential so painful
• How avoiding grief can hinder growth
• What healthy grieving can look like and why honoring grief matters

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Is there a part of your life you're grieving right now that deserves to be acknowledged? I'd love to continue the conversation. Feel free to get in touch via email at [email protected] or slide into my DM's on Instagram.

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