When Grief Hits: Faith, Ballroom Dancing & Healing After Loss | Jerry Woodbridge (Part 1)

In Part 1 of this powerful conversation, I sit down with grief educator and author Jerry Woodbridge to talk about what healing really looks like after the loss of a spouse.After her husband passed away, Jerry did something unexpected… she took up ballroom dancing.What began as movement became ministry.We talk about:• How grief can leave you feeling out of control• Why rage often shows up in adults and children• Psalm 68:4–5 — God as Father to the fatherless• Deuteronomy 10:18 — God defending the vulnerable• How children grieve differently (and how we sometimes miss it)• Why trauma can emotionally “freeze” someone at the age of loss• Simple, beautiful ways to walk children through remembering their loved onesJerry is the author of:📘 Trading My Sorrows and the Joy of the Lord📘 Joy Overcame Sorrow (Children’s book)📓 Joy’s Journal (Companion grief journal for kids)Her work helps families process grief with faith, honesty, and resilience.🔗 Visit Jerry: https://jerrywoodbridge.com🌐 Visit Tonya: www.tonyabruton.com💛 Support the podcast: Venmo Tonya-BrutonPart 2 drops soon.If you’ve experienced loss, this conversation is for you.#GritAndGrace #ChristianGrief #WidowhoodHealing #FaithAfterLoss #GriefSupport #HealingThroughFaith