Renowned grief expert David Kessler discusses heartbreak as a form of unattended grief. They delve into the pain of heartbreak and the importance of facing and feeling emotions in order to heal and show self-compassion. Navigating life after heartbreak and a heartbreak expert series is also explored.
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Heartbreak is a form of grieving over what we have lost, and it's essential to recognize that all grief is personal and valid.
Embracing our emotions and engaging with our grief, while nurturing self-kindness, is crucial for growth and healing.
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The Nature of Heartbreak and Grief
Heartbreak and grief are similar experiences, characterized by a change that we did not want or expect. Whether it's the loss of a person or a future we had envisioned, heartbreak is a form of grieving over what we have lost. It is a universal certainty in life that we will all experience heartbreak, in various forms and intensities.
Confronting Unattended Grief
The conversation with grief expert David Kessler revealed the importance of acknowledging and facing our unattended grief. We often compare our heartbreak to others, judging its validity or dismissing it. However, it is essential to recognize that all grief is personal and valid. Avoiding or numbing our pain only prolongs our suffering. By embracing our emotions and allowing ourselves to deeply feel and engage with our grief, we can exercise self-compassion and begin the healing process.
The Power of Self-Kindness and Growth
One of the most profound insights from the conversation with David Kessler was the significance of adopting a softer and more compassionate voice towards ourselves. By nurturing self-kindness and recognizing our pain, we can show up for ourselves and exercise self-compassion. Facing our heartbreak requires courage and a willingness to change, but staying the same also has its costs. By heading towards the storm of emotions and tenderly acknowledging our grief, we open ourselves up to growth and healing.
Do you know why heartbreak hits us as hard as it does? In today’s episode, I found the answer in an interview with the world-leading expert on grief, David Kessler. It turns out, a lot of us are carrying around “unattended grief” that affects us in ways we don’t even realize. We often don’t give ourselves the space to fully feel what we need to in order to break free. This new episode is an important one. Even I wasn’t prepared for what I’d feel during the conversation, so I hope you’ll join me and watch it (and let me know your thoughts afterward!) ►► Access My Happiness After Heartbreak Series for FREE by Pre-Ordering Your Copy of Love Life Now. . . → http://www.HeartbreakSeries.com
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