In *The Grieving Brain*, neuroscientist and psychologist Mary-Frances O’Connor, PhD, offers a fascinating new window into one of the hallmark experiences of being human. The book addresses why it’s hard to understand that a loved one has died, why grief causes various emotions, why grieving takes so long, the distinction between grief and prolonged grief, why we ruminate after loss, and how to restore a meaningful life while grieving. Based on O’Connor’s trailblazing neuroimaging work, research in the field, and real-life stories, the book combines storytelling, accessible science, and practical knowledge to help navigate loss with more ease and grace.
In *The Grieving Body*, Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor delves into the physiological effects of grief, exploring its impact on the cardiovascular, endocrine, and immune systems. The book combines scientific research with personal stories to provide a comprehensive understanding of how bereavement affects physical health and offers pathways for healing. It addresses questions such as the physical effects of grief, how coping behaviors influence health, and why stress increases susceptibility to illness.
In this episode, discover how to connect with the loving, gentle guidance of your angels through personal readings and memberships. Explore the Angel Reiki School, offering an 8-week online course and an immersive in-person experience in Oakbrook, Illinois, to develop spiritual gifts like mediumship and energy healing. Host Julie Janice brings forth angel messages emphasizing trust in divine overflow and abundance. The episode features a discussion with Dr. Mary Francis O'Connor on her book 'The Grieving Body,' exploring how grief affects both the brain and body and offering insights on navigating loss. Listeners are invited to deepen their connection with divine energy and join various transformative programs available at theangelmedium.com.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:27 Membership and Angel Reiki School
01:48 Personal Journey and Angel Message
02:30 Understanding Abundance and Divine Overflow
04:28 Meditation and Divine Prosperity
11:21 Interview with Dr. Mary Francis O'Connor
27:41 Understanding the Grieving Body
29:31 Exploring Spiritual Gifts
30:21 Membership Events and Opportunities
31:57 Physical Effects of Grief
35:33 Adapting to New Routines
38:29 Collective Grieving and Resilience
40:56 Personal Reflections on Loss
47:29 The Depth of Grief Research
50:08 Conclusion and Resources
Angel Membership
✨ It’s not too late to join! ✨ The Angel Membership is your pathway to a life aligned with your angels’ guidance. Each month, you’ll receive a new course, join live weekly events, and connect with a supportive community of like-minded souls.
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Angel Reiki School
Feeling called to step into your spiritual gifts? Start online today and receive FREE tuition for an in-person training this spring (April 11-13, 2025, in OakBrook, IL) or fall. Become a certified healer through mediumship, angel messages, and energy healing.
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New Readings with Julie
Book a 25-minute reading recorded for the podcast and social media. Hear what your angels have to say and share their guidance with others!
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Not Sure Where to Start?
Email me at julie@theangelmedium.com or book a free discovery call.
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Day 31 of 31 Miracles: Your soul is already perfect, just as it is. Today, your Spirit Team invites you to see yourself through the eyes of the divine—whole, complete, and worthy of love. Release the need to strive for perfection and embrace the beauty of who you are in this moment. You are a unique expression of divine love, and the world is better because you’re in it.
Angels and Awakening 
