Gripping Grace: A Mother's Story of Loss and Healing

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, the guest is Marcia Earhart, a heartsync facilitator, life coach, grief and trauma specialist, mental health first responder, mediator, speaker, and co-founder of the Sterling Rose Sanctuary. Marcia discusses her personal journey through loss, losing 17 loved ones by the age of 18, and the significant impact it had on her life. She elaborates on how she and her husband Scott have navigated unimaginable sorrow, including the loss of their children Sterling and Mark. Marcia shares poignant stories about her sons, their unique qualities, and how they left a lasting impact on everyone they met. She also talks about her book, 'Gripping Grace In The Garden of Grief,' which offers raw insights into dealing with grief. The conversation delves into the concept of heart sync and the services provided at the Sterling Rose Sanctuary, emphasizing the importance of community, resilience, and the ability to live abundantly even after experiencing profound loss.Marcia’s Bio and Contact InformationMarcia Earhart is a Heartsync Facilitator, Life Coach, Grief and Trauma Specialist, Mental Health First Responder, and Mediator, as well as a speaker. She is also the co-Founder of The Sterling Rose Sanctuary—a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to providing resources for hope and healing to those navigating grief. Marcia is also the author of Gripping Grace in theGarden of Grief: A Place for the Heart. a book that deeply resonates with anyone who has experienced or is navigating loss. She is a seasoned speaker, known for creating safe spaces where individuals can find hope and healing. Her deepest professional desire is to lead others to the transformative hope found in God, so they can breathe again, move again, and fully embrace their God-given purpose.For 35 years, Marcia has been married to her best friend and partner, Scott. Their marriage has become a cornerstone of her life—rooted in shared faith, mutual respect, and a partnership that has endured every season. Through unimaginable sorrow and loss, which include the deaths of their two sons Sterling and Marc, Marcia and Scott have journeyed together, ultimately rediscovering joy and deep connection with one another.www.thesterlingrosesanctuary.ushttps://www.instagram.com/thesterlingrosesanctuary/https://www.facebook.com/TSRS21/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcia-earhart-the-sterling-rose-sanctuary-943a8410b/https://www.youtube.com/@marciaearhart6328To connect with Dave, go to davidrobertsmsw.com and his author page psychologyprofessorandminister.com