Healing Grief Through Creative Expression with Grief Coach and Filmmaker Rachel Fowler

Can grief be a catalyst for creativity? Join me as I uncover the transformative power of loss with Rachel Fowler, a storyteller and grief coach who has turned her personal tragedies into a source of inspiration and healing. Rachel shares her deeply moving journey, from relocating to London to coping with the devastating loss of her nephew, and how these experiences have influenced her work, including her poignant short film "Stillness." Through this heartfelt conversation, we explore how Rachel helps others process grief through creative expression, offering invaluable insights for those seeking solace and understanding.Community support plays a pivotal role in processing grief, and this episode sheds light on unique ways to foster these connections.  We discuss the often-overlooked importance of reaching out to those in mourning months after a loss, and discuss the multifaceted nature of grief within families, especially when children are involved. Through personal anecdotes, we illustrate how opening up about grief can be mutually healing and how small gestures can make a significant difference.This episode also touches on major life changes like moving, divorce, and job loss, stressing the importance of purpose and relationships in finding happiness amidst grief. Join us for a touching episode that offers both practical advice and emotional support for anyone navigating the complexities of loss.Rachel is a film director, actor, mother, and  grief coach.  A personal loss inspired her to write a short film called 'Stillness' and is currently working on another film called 'Somewhere Very Near' - both of which focus on grief.  You can connect with Rachel Fowler Grief Coach.Instagram: ✨ The deeper work lives on Substack and in my book.Rose Wippich — weekly essays on Remembering, Returning, and Reclaiming the energy, voice, and years that are yours.If you're ready to stop fading and start reigning, meet me there. Substack LinkRose Wippich is an Energy Alchemist, Reiki Master Teacher, qigong and yoga instructor, and author of Empress Rising. She's here for the woman who knows she's ready for something more — the one who feels the pull of her next chapter but isn't quite sure how to step into it.Through her book, podcast, and teaching, Rose inspires and guides women in midlife to reclaim their energy, identity, and voice — and step boldly into their Empress years.📖 Book: EMPRESS RISING: Own Your Energy, Trust Your Wisdom & Rewrite the Rules of Aging. If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast.Please review  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ via Apple Review or Podchaser. Produced by Rose Wippich | Chat Off The Mat Podcast© 2026 Rose Wippich