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EPISODE · Jun 1, 2025 · 19 MIN

Finding Joy in Grief: The Kingfisher Story

from The JOY Broadcast · host Ali Mortimer - the JOY Coach

Get your tissues ready! This is a very moving and heartfelt podcast episode where Ali  shares her emotional journey through grief, and where she shares one of the concepts that supported her after losing her beloved Mum. She reflects on her experiences with loss, the comfort she finds in signs and symbols, and the importance of letting go. Through storytelling, Ali invites listeners to connect with their own experiences of joy and grief, emphasising the significance of finding meaning in life's challenges.She shares an extract of a blog she wrote during her darkest years from leaving her corporate job, losing her Mum and her marriage breakdown - the Ali Sandwiches: You can read the blog here: https://thealisandwiches.com/2016/05/24/finding-the-kingfisher-within/Some of the key highlights from this episode: Ali expresses excitement about returning to podcasting after a break.The Kingfisher symbolises prosperity, love, and peace of mind for Ali.Writing a blog helped Ali cope with her mother's illness and death.Ali's Kingfisher experiences provide comfort and guidance in her life.Grief can bring up intense emotions, even years later.Ali emphasises the importance of letting go and going with the flow.Signs and symbols can offer comfort and direction in life.Ali encourages listeners to find their own signs and meanings.The Kingfisher serves as a reminder of Ali's mother's presence.Sharing stories of grief and joy can foster connection and healing.Find & follow Ali on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/alimortimer_thejoycoach/Find & follow Ali on Linked In here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ali-mortimer/Contact Ali anytime here: https://www.alimortimer.com/contact-meI would love to invite you to download, share & leave me an honest review so that we can create a ripple of joy that turns in to a tidal wave of peace, love, abundance & joy around the world!Thank you & love alwaysAli xo https://www.alimortimer.com/

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Get your tissues ready! This is a very moving and heartfelt podcast episode where Ali shares her emotional journey through grief, and where she shares one of the concepts that supported her after losing her beloved Mum. She reflects on her experiences with loss, the comfort she finds in signs and symbols, and the importance of letting go. Through storytelling, Ali invites listeners to connect with their own experiences of joy and grief, emphasising the significance of finding mean...

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