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Send me a Text Message- please include your contact information so I can respondWhat happens when life cracks you open—and won’t let you go back? Brian talks with Allura Halliwell, a consciousness mentor whose spontaneous out-of-body awakening led to seven years of deep integration. We explore core wounds (“unloved, unworthy, unknown”), why pain is a portal—not the enemy—and how to stop outsourcing safety by becoming emotionally sovereign.What You’ll LearnThe anatomy of a spontaneous awakening (without physical trauma)Why integration can be harder than the awakening itselfThe Pain Portal: how to feel emotions somatically (not in story)“Unloved, Unworthy, Unknown”: the core fractures driving our loopsEmotional sovereignty: ending the chase for external validationHow shifting your inner template rewires relationshipsGuest Links (from the episode)Website: https://allurahalliwell.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/allurahalliwellFacebook: https://facebook.com/allurahalliwellConnect with Brian / Continue the ConversationSubstack community & extras: https://grieftogrowth.substack.comMentionedUpcoming book by Allura: Unloved, Unworthy, Unknown (join her mailing list on her site for preorder updates)Allura’s podcast: The Consciousness MethodTimestamps (Chapters)00:00 🌱 Introduction: from buried to planted—welcome to Grief 2 Growth 01:07 🌟 Meet Allura: spontaneous awakening & life transformation 03:08 ❓ What led to it? Stress, disconnection, survival mode 04:59 🏖️ Beach meditation OBE: into Light, Void & unconditional love 09:25 ⚖️ NDE vs OBE, and the shock of integration 11:55 🔥 Energy vision, Kundalini, and rebuilding a life 17:46 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family, marriage, and reorienting love 23:51 🕊️ Seven-year cycle: integration and new consciousness 29:01 🧩 Core wounds: unloved, unworthy, unknown 32:34 🛠️ The Consciousness Method: shifting from inside out 35:52 👑 Emotional sovereignty & Relationship Rewire 50:59 🔥 The Pain Portal: feel to free 55:55 ⚰️ Dying to self → spiritual rebirth 60:08 🧭 One small step todayShare your reflections in Visit the Grief 2 Growth store for FREE items as well as other tools to help you along your journey:Guided MeditationsMy book GEMS of Healing (signed copy)My Oracle deck to help you connect with your loved onesMini-coursesMini-guidesCheck it out at https://grief2growth.com/store I'm excited to announce a new resource I'm very proud of. This guide outlines the four daily practices I discovered on my grief journey. These techniques have helped dozens of my clients. Get it free today.GEMS- 4 Steps To Go From Grief To Joy Support the show🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Join Facebook Group- Get Support and Education 👛 Subscribe to Grief 2 Growth Premium (bonus episodes)📰 Get A Free Gift📅 Book A Complimentary Discovery Call📈 Leave A ReviewThanks so much for your support

Send me a Text Message- please include your contact information so I can respond📌 Episode Description:What happens when you let go of everything—and awaken to who you really are?In this moving conversation, Brian speaks with Eva Müller, a spiritual teacher and founder of NextElevations.com, about her rapid and life-changing spiritual awakening. After years of pushing through stress and emotional wounds, Eva hit a breaking point—and found her way into beingness.🌱 In just 3.5 years, Eva experienced multiple awakenings, including Unity Consciousness, as she healed ancestral trauma, grief, and emotional patterns. She now shares energy transmissions that help others awaken and reconnect to the deep stillness and peace within.This episode is more than a conversation—it’s a transmission in itself.💡 What You’ll Learn:How burnout opened the door to Eva’s spiritual awakeningWhat energy transmissions are—and how they heal beyond wordsThe connection between unprocessed trauma, grief, and spiritual stagnationWhy motherhood became one of Eva’s deepest teachersHow she lives from presence and silence, and what that actually feels like👉 Don’t miss the guided energy transmission at the end of the episode. Many listeners report feeling shifts even through audio.🔗 Guest Links:🌐 Website: NextElevations.com📸 Instagram: @next.elevations💬 Join the Conversation:Have you ever experienced an energy shift or awakening? How did it feel? 📩 Let us know in the comments or share your story at grief2growth.com/community📝 Leave Us a Review:If this episode moved you, please take a moment to rate & review the podcast. Your support helps others find hope and healing.Visit the Grief 2 Growth store for FREE items as well as other tools to help you along your journey:Guided MeditationsMy book GEMS of Healing (signed copy)My Oracle deck to help you connect with your loved onesMini-coursesMini-guidesCheck it out at https://grief2growth.com/store I'm excited to announce a new resource I'm very proud of. This guide outlines the four daily practices I discovered on my grief journey. These techniques have helped dozens of my clients. Get it free today.GEMS- 4 Steps To Go From Grief To Joy Support the show🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Join Facebook Group- Get Support and Education 👛 Subscribe to Grief 2 Growth Premium (bonus episodes)📰 Get A Free Gift📅 Book A Complimentary Discovery Call📈 Leave A ReviewThanks so much for your support

Send me a Text Message- please include your contact information so I can respondIn this episode, recorded aboard a cruise ship sailing through the Ionian Sea, I share lessons learned from slowing down, reconnecting with old friends, and experiencing the beauty of Greece, Croatia, and Italy.You’ll hear about:🏝️ The breathtaking sights of Santorini, Mykonos, and Venice🎶 How music united people from all over the world in a ship’s piano bar🕊️ Reflections on empathy, violence, and finding common ground🧘 The importance of self-care, slowing down, and “enjoying the ride of life”✨ Key Takeaway: Life isn’t just about the destination. It’s about living each moment fully — with gratitude, connection, and care for yourself.🔗 Resources & LinksStay connected: grief2growth.substack.comExplore more episodes: Grief 2 Growth Podcast💬 Join the ConversationHow do you remind yourself to slow down and enjoy the ride? Share your reflections with me — I’d love to hear from you!Visit the Grief 2 Growth store for FREE items as well as other tools to help you along your journey:Guided MeditationsMy book GEMS of Healing (signed copy)My Oracle deck to help you connect with your loved onesMini-coursesMini-guidesCheck it out at https://grief2growth.com/store Support the show🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Join Facebook Group- Get Support and Education 👛 Subscribe to Grief 2 Growth Premium (bonus episodes)📰 Get A Free Gift📅 Book A Complimentary Discovery Call📈 Leave A ReviewThanks so much for your support

Send me a Text Message- please include your contact information so I can respond🎙️ Lessons From the AegeanIn this special episode, I’m recording from Mykonos, Greece, during a once-in-a-lifetime Mediterranean vacation with some of my dearest friends. If you know me, you know I don’t usually enjoy long trips or being far from home. But this journey has surprised me in ways I couldn’t have imagined.Over the past week, I’ve:Faced my fears of being “stuck” at sea for 48 hours.Learned to slow down and enjoy the journey—not just the destination.Witnessed incredible resilience from my friend Lisa, who joined this cruise only five months after the sudden passing of her husband, Mike.Reflected on the strength of friendships that have lasted decades through celebrations, illnesses, grief, and growth.Climbed the 587 steps of Santorini—both a physical and metaphorical reminder of the climbs we all face in life.As I sit here watching the Aegean Sea, I’m reminded that life is short, unpredictable, and precious. Whether we get five minutes, five years, or fifty years with someone we love, it is all a blessing.✨ My hope is that this episode encourages you to slow down, savor the journey, and grab every bit of life you can—because the ride itself is the gift  👉 If you’d like to go deeper, connect with with me.Visit the Grief 2 Growth store for FREE items as well as other tools to help you along your journey:Guided MeditationsMy book GEMS of Healing (signed copy)My Oracle deck to help you connect with your loved onesMini-coursesMini-guidesCheck it out at https://grief2growth.com/store Support the show🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Join Facebook Group- Get Support and Education 👛 Subscribe to Grief 2 Growth Premium (bonus episodes)📰 Get A Free Gift📅 Book A Complimentary Discovery Call📈 Leave A ReviewThanks so much for your support

Send me a Text Message- please include your contact information so I can respondWhen your child transitions into spirit, nothing is ever the same. In this deeply heartfelt episode, Brian speaks with Betsy Thibaud Stephenson, author of Blackbird: A Mother’s Reflection on Loss, Grief, and Life After Suicide.Betsy’s son Charlie transitioned at age 21, just eleven weeks after expressing thoughts of self-harm. During that same six-week period, her beloved mother-in-law and family dog also transitioned. Rather than turning away from grief, Betsy faced it head-on—and began writing from her open wound instead of waiting for a scar.This conversation explores the real grief journey—messy, sacred, and unfiltered.🔑 Topics Covered:Charlie’s spirit and legacy 💫The emotional weight of suicide grief 🖤Why guilt is almost universal in child lossHow grief impacts the body and mindThe myth of grieving “the right way”Writing as a tool for survivalAllowing space for others’ grief storiesKeeping the spirit of our loved ones alive✨ Guest Info:Betsy Thibaud Stephenson📘 Blackbird: A Mother’s Reflection on Loss, Grief, and Life After Suicide🌐 Website: https://blackbirdbetsy.com📸 Instagram: @blackbirdbetsy21📣 Let’s Talk:🗨️ How do you keep your loved one’s spirit present in your life? Share with us in the comments or visit grief2growth.com/community to connect with others walking this path.🔗 Episode Resources:📚 Get Betsy’s book: Blackbird on Amazon🧠 Free resources on grief, suicide awareness, and emotional healing🎙️ More episodes like this: Grief 2 Growth Podcast Archive🙏 If this episode spoke to your heart:➡️ Leave a review ➡️ Subscribe ➡️ Share with someone who’s grievingVisit the Grief 2 Growth store for FREE items as well as other tools to help you along your journey:Guided MeditationsMy book GEMS of Healing (signed copy)My Oracle deck to help you connect with your loved onesMini-coursesMini-guidesCheck it out at https://grief2growth.com/store I'm excited to announce a new resource I'm very proud of. This guide outlines the four daily practices I discovered on my grief journey. These techniques have helped dozens of my clients. Get it free today.GEMS- 4 Steps To Go From Grief To Joy Support the show🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Join Facebook Group- Get Support and Education 👛 Subscribe to Grief 2 Growth Premium (bonus episodes)📰 Get A Free Gift📅 Book A Complimentary Discovery Call📈 Leave A ReviewThanks so much for your support

Send me a Text Message- please include your contact information so I can respondWhat do you do when the life you dreamed of is shattered overnight?Weston Brandon was just 23 when his wife, Lauren, died days after giving birth to their premature son. In this raw and powerful episode, Weston shares how he moved from heartbreak to healing, how he reopened his heart to love, and how he now helps others rediscover purpose after profound disruption.From signs from the other side to the powerful D.R.I.V.E. framework he created, Weston’s story will inspire anyone who’s lost a loved one—and is wondering how to live again. ❤️‍🩹This is not just a story of grief. It’s a story of overhaul—and it might just change the way you see your own pain.🧠 What You’ll Learn:How Weston navigated the NICU and the sudden loss of his wifeThe moment of divine clarity that reframed his entire grief journeyWhat it’s like to raise a newborn as a grieving fatherHow he opened his heart again to new love without “replacing” his firstWhy gratitude is magnetic—and how it accelerates healingHis D.R.I.V.E. framework: A roadmap from disruption to rebirthHow to honor your loved one while still building a new life🔗 Resources & Links:📘 Weston's Book: The Overhaul: Fixing Your Mindset & Driving Success 👉 https://www.westonbrandon.com🌐 Visit Weston’s Website 👉 https://www.westonbrandon.com👥 Join the Grief 2 Growth Community 👉 https://www.grief2growth.com/community🎧 Subscribe & Leave a Review 👉 Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts (Your reviews help us reach more hearts that need healing ❤️)💬 We Want to Hear From You!How did this episode touch your heart? ➡️ Share your thoughts in the comments or tag us on social media @grief2growth🙏 Thank You for ListeningIf Weston’s story gave you hope, please consider sharing this episode with someone walking through grief. You never know who needs a light today. 🌟Visit the Grief 2 Growth store for FREE items as well as other tools to help you along your journey:Guided MeditationsMy book GEMS of Healing (signed copy)My Oracle deck to help you connect with your loved onesMini-coursesMini-guidesCheck it out at https://grief2growth.com/store I'm excited to announce a new resource I'm very proud of. This guide outlines the four daily practices I discovered on my grief journey. These techniques have helped dozens of my clients. Get it free today.GEMS- 4 Steps To Go From Grief To Joy Support the show🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Join Facebook Group- Get Support and Education 👛 Subscribe to Grief 2 Growth Premium (bonus episodes)📰 Get A Free Gift📅 Book A Complimentary Discovery Call📈 Leave A ReviewThanks so much for your support

Send me a Text Message- please include your contact information so I can respondWhat if the pain you carry from religion isn’t a personal flaw—but the result of deep emotional and spiritual conditioning?In this powerful episode of Grief 2 Growth, host Brian D. Smith welcomes Dr. Maurice “Dr. Moe” Turmel, a seasoned spiritual psychologist, trauma survivor, and author of Breaking the Spell of Religion. Together, they explore the profound and often hidden impact of religious trauma—and how to heal from it without losing your faith or spiritual foundation.Dr. Moe shares his journey growing up in a rigid Catholic environment, his years of emotional repression, and the inner awakening that led him to rediscover joy, self-trust, and a deeper, more personal spirituality. This conversation is not just informative—it’s a lifeline for anyone navigating the pain of deconstruction, spiritual abuse, or faith-based guilt.🧠 What You’ll LearnHow childhood religious indoctrination can create emotional traumaWhy some religious teachings undermine self-worth and silence inner wisdomThe difference between organized religion and authentic spiritualityHow inner child work, music, and self-reflection become tools for transformationWhat it means to be “divine, not defective”—and why that matters🔗 Connect With Dr. Moe📘 Books: Breaking the Spell of Religion When Angels Call: Coping With Grief & Loss🎵 Music & Spiritual Songs: Dr. Moe on Bandcamp🌐 Follow Him Online:YouTube: The Spiritual PsychologistFacebook: Dr. Moe’s Cosmic PerspectiveWebsite: Coming soonVisit the Grief 2 Growth store for FREE items as well as other tools to help you along your journey:Guided MeditationsMy book GEMS of Healing (signed copy)My Oracle deck to help you connect with your loved onesMini-coursesMini-guidesCheck it out at https://grief2growth.com/store I'm excited to announce a new resource I'm very proud of. This guide outlines the four daily practices I discovered on my grief journey. These techniques have helped dozens of my clients. Get it free today.GEMS- 4 Steps To Go From Grief To Joy Support the show🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Join Facebook Group- Get Support and Education 👛 Subscribe to Grief 2 Growth Premium (bonus episodes)📰 Get A Free Gift📅 Book A Complimentary Discovery Call📈 Leave A ReviewThanks so much for your support

Send me a Text Message- please include your contact information so I can respondThe Email I Almost Ignored — And Why It Changed EverythingEpisode SummarySometimes the most meaningful reminders of why we do what we do come when we least expect them. In this episode, I share the story of an email I almost deleted—a message buried in my inbox that turned out to be a powerful affirmation of the work I’ve been doing for nearly 500 episodes of Grief 2 Growth.I open up about what it’s really like to host a podcast in a world obsessed with big numbers and viral moments—how some days it feels like I’m speaking into the void, and why I keep going anyway. You’ll hear about the heart behind Grief 2 Growth, the remarkable guests I’ve had the honor of interviewing, and the personal legacy I’m carrying forward in my own way.Whether you’re navigating grief, creating something you hope will matter, or simply wondering if the quiet work you’re doing is making a difference—this episode is a reminder that impact is not always measured in millions. Sometimes, it’s measured one heart at a time.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe story behind the “Top 100 Grief Podcasts” email that caught me by surprise.Why podcasting can sometimes feel like speaking into the void—and how I deal with it.The deeper purpose behind Grief 2 Growth and who it’s for.How the work we do can ripple out in ways we don’t always see.Why one listener’s story can matter more than a thousand downloads.Resources & Links Mentioned in This EpisodeListen to more episodes: https://www.grief2growth.com/podcastJoin the Grief 2 Growth Community: https://www.grief2growth.com/communityWork with me one-on-one: https://www.grief2growth.com/coachingSupport the PodcastIf this episode touched your heart, please share it with someone who needs encouragement today. Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps others discover the show.Visit the Grief 2 Growth store for FREE items as well as other tools to help you along your journey:Guided MeditationsMy book GEMS of Healing (signed copy)My Oracle deck to help you connect with your loved onesMini-coursesMini-guidesCheck it out at https://grief2growth.com/store Support the show🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Join Facebook Group- Get Support and Education 👛 Subscribe to Grief 2 Growth Premium (bonus episodes)📰 Get A Free Gift📅 Book A Complimentary Discovery Call📈 Leave A ReviewThanks so much for your support

Send me a Text Message- please include your contact information so I can respondWhat if you could go from stress, anxiety, or even insomnia into deep calm and clarity—in just 60 to 180 seconds? In this episode of Grief 2 Growth, host Brian D. Smith welcomes Raj Khedun, London-based well-being and transformation coach, founder of Keep Fit Kingdom, and creator of the Three Three Breathing Method.Raj’s mission? Help one billion people become the healthiest, happiest versions of themselves. His gentle, science-backed breathing technique is already changing lives—from corporate teams to everyday people—by harnessing the body’s natural ability to self-regulate and heal.💡 What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe Three Three Breathing Method — How it works, why it’s so simple to remember, and the science behind it.Stress & Sleep Solutions — How activating your vagus nerve triggers “bliss” chemicals for relaxation and rest.Raj’s Journey — From curious child to meeting an avatar in India, and building a global wellness movement.Practical Integration — How to make breathwork a 5-minute daily self-care habit.Ancient Meets Modern — Why concepts from yoga, Vedanta, and neuroscience work together for well-being.🗣️ Connect with Raj Khedun🌐 Website & Program: Keep Fit Kingdom 📲 Three Three Breathing Method: The 3:3Use code g2g10 for a 10% discount📌 TimestampsFor easy navigation, jump to:00:00 – Opening Reflection01:14 – Meet Raj Khedun02:03 – The Three Three Breathing Method07:23 – Meeting an Avatar in India12:15 – Building Keep Fit Kingdom15:33 – Designing a Gentle Yet Powerful Method20:26 – Benefits: Stress, Anxiety, ADHD, and Sleep27:39 – Daily Practice Recommendations34:23 – Activating the Vagus Nerve42:56 – Live Demonstration50:31 – Sleep Applications53:39 – How to Learn More58:08 – Final Thoughts💬 We Want to Hear from You!Have you tried the Three Three Breathing Method? Share your experience with us: 👉 Join the conversation at grief2growth.com/communityVisit the Grief 2 Growth store for FREE items as well as other tools to help you along your journey:Guided MeditationsMy book GEMS of Healing (signed copy)My Oracle deck to help you connect with your loved onesMini-coursesMini-guidesCheck it out at https://grief2growth.com/store I'm excited to announce a new resource I'm very proud of. This guide outlines the four daily practices I discovered on my grief journey. These techniques have helped dozens of my clients. Get it free today.GEMS- 4 Steps To Go From Grief To Joy Support the show🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Join Facebook Group- Get Support and Education 👛 Subscribe to Grief 2 Growth Premium (bonus episodes)📰 Get A Free Gift📅 Book A Complimentary Discovery Call📈 Leave A ReviewThanks so much for your support

Send me a Text Message- please include your contact information so I can respondWhat does it mean to love someone through the end of their life? How do we hold joy and heartbreak at the same time?In this profoundly moving episode of Grief 2 Growth, host Brian D. Smith speaks with Tony Stewart, author of Carrying the Tiger: Living with Cancer, Dying with Grace, Finding Joy While Grieving. Tony shares the intimate journey he and his wife Lynn traveled after her diagnosis with incurable lung cancer.Together, they navigated six years of life lived fully in the shadow of death—a journey filled with courage, creativity, and deep connection.This episode will move your heart, shift your perspective on illness and loss, and help you see grief as something that can deepen our capacity for love.💡 What You’ll Learn:How a Tai Chi metaphor helped inspire the title Carrying the Tiger 🐅What it’s really like to care for a partner with terminal illness 💔Why Tony says those final years were the most beautiful of their relationshipThe emotional impact on caregivers—grief, guilt, and growth 💬How Tony gave himself permission to love again while holding Lynn in his heart 💞🔗 Connect with Tony Stewart:🌐 Website: tonystewartauthor.com📘 Book: Carrying the Tiger — Available in [Print, eBook, and Audiobook (narrated by Tony)]📥 Email Tony: tony@tonystewartauthor.com🧠 Favorite Quotes"I thought I had been buried. But maybe, like a seed, I’d been planted." — Brian D. Smith“We said ‘I love you’ more in one night than in 30 years of marriage.” — Tony Stewart“It was the saddest day of my life… and also the most sacred.” — Tony Stewart, on entering hospiceVisit the Grief 2 Growth store for FREE items as well as other tools to help you along your journey:Guided MeditationsMy book GEMS of Healing (signed copy)My Oracle deck to help you connect with your loved onesMini-coursesMini-guidesCheck it out at https://grief2growth.com/store I'm excited to announce a new resource I'm very proud of. This guide outlines the four daily practices I discovered on my grief journey. These techniques have helped dozens of my clients. Get it free today.GEMS- 4 Steps To Go From Grief To Joy Support the show🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Join Facebook Group- Get Support and Education 👛 Subscribe to Grief 2 Growth Premium (bonus episodes)📰 Get A Free Gift📅 Book A Complimentary Discovery Call📈 Leave A ReviewThanks so much for your support