The Marie Forleo Podcast

376 - Is Your Life Falling Apart!? Tips for Coping with Loss

Sep 19, 2023

Kris Carr, bestselling author and cancer thriver, joins Marie Forleo to discuss coping with loss, including tips for navigating big emotions like grief, fear, and shame. They cover topics such as living with incurable cancer, soothing the nervous system, the power of acceptance, and moving on after loss or trauma.

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Life's ruptures, such as illness and loss, can bring about a rearrangement of priorities and values, leading to personal growth and transformation.

Observing and exploring anger as a protective mechanism can help individuals navigate challenging emotions during times of ruptures, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and empathy.

Surrender and acceptance play a crucial role in finding peace and healing amidst difficult experiences, allowing individuals to embrace the truth, be present, and shift their thinking.

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Importance of accepting and navigating life's ruptures

In this podcast episode, Chris Carr discusses the concept of life's ruptures, which are moments of significant change that reshape our lives. These ruptures can come in the form of illness, loss, and other life-altering events. Carr emphasizes that everyone will experience these ruptures at some point and that they can bring about a rearrangement of our priorities and values. She shares insights from her own experience living with stage four cancer for over 20 years, highlighting the importance of accepting and embracing the new reality that these ruptures bring. She encourages individuals to ask better questions, practice self-care, and take proactive steps to support their mental, physical, and spiritual well-being during these challenging times.

Introduction

2min

Coping with Loss

6min

The Grief Train: Navigating Intense Emotions

19min

Coping with Loss and the Power of Surrender

3min

Live Life Fully: Making the Most of Your 'Golden Years'

19min

Effective Communication During Difficult Times

11min

Exploring the Distinction Between Moving On and Moving Forward

3min

Embracing the Complexity of Life and Living Fully

4min

Has your life been turned upside down by the end of a relationship, job loss, death of someone you love, a diagnosis, or any other unexpected blow? This episode is a MUST LISTEN.

Kris Carr — New York Times bestselling author, cancer thriver, and my best friend — is on #MarieTV today to help you navigate big emotions like grief, rage, fear, and shame. Learn science-backed tips to pick up the pieces of your life and move forward.

WHAT’S COVERED IN THIS EPISODE: Living with incurable stage 4 cancer [2:55] Avoid this 3-letter word when crisis strikes [5:14] Partying on “The Grief Train” [7:52] Fear Vs. Anxiety [11:11] How to instantly soothe your nervous system (It works!) [14:58] Stop trying to fix people! [16:56] The power of acceptance [21:39] What is surrender? [23:28] Making these your “Golden Years” [28:37] How to deal with anger, fear, and resentment [38:35] How to comfort someone who’s in pain [48:32] A conversation with a psychic medium [53:55] Kris Carr’s biggest regret in life [57:20] How to move on after loss, crisis, or trauma [59:29]

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MORE RESOURCES FOR YOU: Kris Carr’s new book, I’m Not a Mourning Person, hits bookshelves TODAY. Grab your copy here → https://www.amazon.com/Im-Not-Mourning-Person-Emotions/dp/1401970060/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1695066903&sr=8-1

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The Marie Forleo Podcast

376 - Is Your Life Falling Apart!? Tips for Coping with Loss

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Importance of accepting and navigating life's ruptures

The role of anger and navigating difficult emotions

Finding acceptance and healing amidst life's challenges

Importance of Surrender and Acceptance

Making the Most of the Present and Future

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts