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EPISODE · Oct 15, 2025 · 57 MIN

How I Felt My Daughter’s Presence After Her Death

from The Best Of - Grief and Rebirth: Finding the Joy in Life · host The Best Of - Grief and Rebirth

How I Felt My Daughter’s Presence After Her DeathIn this deeply moving and soul-nourishing episode, Irene welcomes Anita Albright, a longtime educator, author, and community leader whose story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. After the passing of her beloved daughter Bonnie at age 36, Anita moved through unimaginable pain toward peace, healing through faith, storytelling, and the writing of her bookJourney to Joy: From Grief to Inner Peace, which offers gentle, compassionate exercises and heartfelt reflections that illuminate a path through grief toward healing and rediscovered joy. During this insights-filled interview, Anita opens up about the tender evolution of her “mother self,” the spiritual signs and synchronicities that have guided her, and the mindset shifts that helped her begin to heal. She and Irene also explore the deeply personal nature of grief, the unique ways it unfolds, and the power of storytelling and spiritual connection in reclaiming life after loss. Join Anita and Irene for a conversation rich with wisdom, compassion, and hope, reminding us that even in our darkest moments, joy is never out of reach!Journey to Joy: https://bookshop.org/a/93249/9798998549014 🌟 Exclusive Invitation: Journey to Joy – LIVE Zoom Class with Anita! 🌟 🎙️ As a special thank-you to podcast listeners, Anita is hosting a one-time, intimate Zoom class where she’ll share her heart, her journey, and the practices behind her book Journey to Joy. Here’s what you’ll experience:💫 60 minutes of live inspiration + connection with Anita📖 Her personal story & the true inspiration behind “Journey to Joy”🧘 A guided meditation/visualization practice from the book❓ Interactive Q&A – ask Anita your questions directly🎟️ Limited spots (only 50–100!) for an intimate experience🔑 Private Zoom link provided only to those who pre-registerWATCH ON YOUTUBE: Walking the Road from Grief to Joy ---✨ Grief & Rebirth: Healing Resources & Tools ✨🎧 Irene's Books (Including a Free Audiobook!)They Serve Bagels in Heaven—Irene’s heartfelt story of love and life beyond.Listen Free on Audible as a First Time User: https://amzn.to/4dG4l4wGet the Paperback or Hard copy: https://amzn.to/3XrE995📚 Embrace Life’s Third ChapterGood to the Last Drop—A powerful anthology on aging with purpose: https://amzn.to/3VJgEa5🛍️ Healing & Self-Care PicksCurated books and essentials from Irene: https://kit.co/GriefandRebirth📚 Grief & Rebirth BookshopBooks by podcast guests for healing & wisdom: https://bookshop.org/shop/griefandrebirth🎙️ Podcast & CommunityInspiring stories of transformation on the Grief and Rebirth website: https://griefandrebirth.com📱 Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Grief and Rebirth on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOSDru2EU1djRZaZxxFkMig?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How I Felt My Daughter’s Presence After Her DeathIn this deeply moving and soul-nourishing episode, Irene welcomes Anita Albright, a longtime educator, author, and community leader whose story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. After the passing of her beloved daughter Bonnie at age 36, Anita moved through unimaginable pain toward peace, healing through faith, storytelling, and the writing of her bookJourney to Joy: From Grief to Inner Peace, which offers gentle, compassionate exercises and heartfelt reflections that illuminate a path through grief toward healing and rediscovered joy. During this insights-filled interview, Anita opens up about the tender evolution of her “mother self,” the spiritual signs and synchronicities that have guided her, and the mindset shifts that helped her begin to heal. She and Irene also explore the deeply personal nature of grief, the unique ways it unfolds, and the power of storytelling and spiritual connection in reclaiming life after loss. Join Anita and Irene for a conversation rich with wisdom, compassion, and hope, reminding us that even in our darkest moments, joy is never out of reach!Journey to Joy: https://bookshop.org/a/93249/9798998549014 🌟 Exclusive Invitation: Journey to Joy – LIVE Zoom Class with Anita! 🌟 🎙️ As a special thank-you to podcast listeners, Anita is hosting a one-time, intimate Zoom class where she’ll share her heart, her journey, and the practices behind her book Journey to Joy. Here’s what you’ll experience:💫 60 minutes of live inspiration + connection with Anita📖 Her personal story & the true inspiration behind “Journey to Joy”🧘 A guided meditation/visualization practice from the book❓ Interactive Q&A – ask Anita your questions directly🎟️ Limited spots (only 50–100!) for an intimate experience🔑 Private Zoom link provided only to those who pre-registerWATCH ON YOUTUBE: Walking the Road from Grief to Joy ---✨ Grief & Rebirth: Healing Resources & Tools ✨🎧 Irene's Books (Including a Free Audiobook!)They Serve Bagels in Heaven—Irene’s heartfelt story of love and life beyond.Listen Free on Audible as a First Time User: https://amzn.to/4dG4l4wGet the Paperback or Hard copy: https://amzn.to/3XrE995📚 Embrace Life’s Third ChapterGood to the Last Drop—A powerful anthology on aging with purpose: https://amzn.to/3VJgEa5🛍️ Healing & Self-Care PicksCurated books and essentials from Irene: https://kit.co/GriefandRebirth📚 Grief & Rebirth BookshopBooks by podcast guests for healing & wisdom: https://bookshop.org/shop/griefandrebirth🎙️ Podcast & CommunityInspiring stories of transformation on the Grief and Rebirth website: https://griefandrebirth.com📱 Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Grief and Rebirth on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOSDru2EU1djRZaZxxFkMig?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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