Grace in Grief: Embracing Love, Loss, and Healing with Angela Johnson

In this heartfelt conversation, listeners are invited to find solace in the stories and experiences that connect us. Debbie and her guest Angela Johnson remind us that love doesn't end with loss.  How might we embrace the complex dance between sorrow and serenity, and give ourselves the grace to feel love amid the tears?When the birthday reminder for her late father-in-law popped up on Angela's phone, she wasn't prepared for the wave of grief that followed. It's these unexpected moments that can feel like a step backward in the healing journey. Angela shares her story of recent loss, underscoring that even those who guide others through mourning are not immune to its profound impact.Together, Debbie and Angela speak of the pressures of putting on a brave face, societal expectations surrounding grief, and the importance of honoring our emotions as they surface. This discussion calls for a shift in how we collectively approach mourning, advocating for the space and time we all deserve to process our pain.Elevated Guest:Angela Johnson is a coach and consultant specializing in trauma-informed marketing and communication. She doesn’t believe in one-size-fits-all formulas and is a firm advocate for using business as a vehicle to create a more just and equitable world. She has worked directly with over 150 global small businesses and taught more than 2,500 students worldwide in her classes and workshops.She developed the Intuitive Marketing Method™ that guides people on how to create effective 1-page marketing plans. Her proprietary AIM Communication Process helps mission-driven teams and organizations close the gaps in their internal communication to build a culture that aligns with their values while reaching their revenue goals.Angela holds a Master of Professional Communication from Weber State University in Ogden, Utah. She is a certified coach and Trauma of Money facilitator. Additionally, Angela is completing a Master of Community and Organizational Leadership degree from Westminster University, emphasizing trauma-informed practices for teams and organizations.Angela is an insatiable learner, world traveler, and artist outside of business. She lives on the unceded territory of the Goshute nation, now known as Ogden, Utah, with her partner, Richard, and their spoiled 14-year-old rescue dog.You can learn more about her work at angelamjohnson.com or on Instagram @angelajohnsonbiz.This episode was produced by: Six-Two Studio---Debbie Rosenfelt supports leaders in navigating times of tragic loss or big life changes, ensuring they process their experience by tending to their mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. By helping calm the chaos through the Path of G.R.A.C.E, Debbie helps leaders reshape their reality once life has forever changed.Ways to work with Debbie:https://debbierosenfelt.com6-Month MentorshipPrivate Voxer MentorshipResources:Calming the Chaos audio seriesGrief FAQsGrief e-booksGrief Resource BooksFind Debbie:Instagram - @ceofromtheheartFacebook - @ceo.from.the.heartLinkedIn - @ceofromtheheart