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EPISODE · Dec 3, 2025 · 34 MIN

“Everything Happens for a Reason”

from The Rabbit Hole with Jacqui and Megan · host Megan Johnston

We’ve all heard it. Maybe we’ve even said it.But when you're the one in the thick of loss, grief, or confusion, the phrase “everything happens for a reason” can feel hurtful. Or at the very least, deeply unhelpful.In this episode, we’re breaking down the discomfort behind this classic spiritual bypass. We explore the psychological urge to “make meaning” out of hard things, and why real compassion requires something deeper than a catchphrase.Mentioned by Jacqui:Kate Bowler, Everything Happens For a Reason: And Other Lies I’ve LovedMC McDonald, The Joy Reset: Six Ways Trauma Steals Happiness and How to Win It BackDive deeper into a rabbit hole with us!Try a free 10 minute EFT tapping session with Jacqui: https://jacquiacree.com/experience Pull your Human Design Chart with Megan: https://meganjohnstoncoaching.com/get-hd-chartWe’d love to hear from you!Jacqui’s instagram: @jacqui.acreeMegan’s instagram: @meganjohnstoncoaching

We’ve all heard it. Maybe we’ve even said it. But when you're the one in the thick of loss, grief, or confusion, the phrase “everything happens for a reason” can feel hurtful. Or at the very least, deeply unhelpful. In this episode, we’re breaking down the discomfort behind this classic spiritual bypass. We explore the psychological urge to “make meaning” out of hard things, and why real compassion requires something deeper than a catchphrase. Mentioned by Jacqui: Kate Bowler, Everything Happ...

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We’ve all heard it. Maybe we’ve even said it.But when you're the one in the thick of loss, grief, or confusion, the phrase “everything happens for a reason” can feel hurtful. Or at the very least, deeply unhelpful.In this episode, we’re breaking...

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