Grief, Gratitude, and the Power of Community

Welcome back to Groove with Portia.This episode holds a mirror to something many of us experience in silence—what it means to rediscover joy while living with grief. I open up about finding old footage of myself anchoring the news and how that moment unlocked a portal to joy I had tucked away. My guest, Hélène Caniac—a certified professional coach and former fraud investigator—joins me to share her own transformation after losing her mother and leaving a structured career.We talk about navigating identity shifts, honoring grief through curiosity, and embracing sustainable pleasure without shame. Hélène invites us to challenge the belief that healing means “moving on” and instead shows us how to move through with grace. We also dive into love languages, childlike wonder, and why community is crucial when walking through grief. Whether you're navigating the holidays after a loss or seeking a deeper sense of alignment in your life, this conversation will leave you inspired to reclaim joy and reconnect with the parts of you still waiting to dance.Connect with Hélène: https://www.instagram.com/helenecanhelp/