Interview with Linda Vickers a certified wellness and grief recovery coach who shares how she helps women "just pause".

Send us Fan MailSHOW NOTESAbout Linda:Linda's Unique Trait: Story collectorPrevious Experience: Worked with seniors and the homeless, gathered and shared their storiesLinda's YouTube Channel: "Inspired by Her Stories"Linda's Current Work:Grief Recovery CoachDefinition of Grief: Not limited to loss of life, includes various forms of lossPhysical and Emotional Reactions to GriefLinda's YouTube Channel: "Inspired by Her Stories"How Linda Helps Clients:Recognizing and acknowledging griefEncouraging self-kindnessExploring physical and emotional aspects of griefImportance of self-care and self-loveValerie's Personal Experience with Grief:Grieving unmet expectations regarding her children's special needsRecognition of grief as a process that includes various forms of lossTechniques for Dealing with Grief:Finding and connecting to one's rhythmImportance of journaling for self-reflectionUsing journaling for forgiveness and understanding different perspectivesTips for Starting Journaling:Start with a brief introduction, like writing a letter to oneselfSet a time limit initially to make it less overwhelmingConsider different mediums (typing, writing, drawing)Handling Stress and Overwhelm:Linda's strategies: Walking in nature, being intentional and mindfulIncorporating prayer into walks for spiritual connectionUpcoming Journal Release:Linda's upcoming journal: "Just Paused to Journal Through Grief"Anticipated release in FebruaryClosing Words of Encouragement from Linda:Reminding parents raising kids with special needs that they are amazingEmphasizing self-kindness and the importance of acknowledging one's strengthLinda has been coach certified with International Wellness Services, Inc. and is a certified member of the John Maxwell Team, having completed the DISC training. Discover more on her website:www.inspiredhope.ca. Linda has also used her experience as a coach to assist individuals to journal and connect with their own personal stories. Join the weekly interviews on YouTube, where women share their stories of hope and journeys of faith. Be "Inspired by Her Story." https://www.youtube.com/@inspiredbyherstoryMusic Acknowledgement: Audio Coffee - Denys KyshchukLearn more about your host here:https://coachingwithvalerieanne.com/Here's a community for special needs moms to share, uplift and learn from each other...https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialneedsmomscircleofstrengthLearn more about your host at:https://coachingwithvalerieanne.com/