Grief 2 Growth

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

Send me a Text Message- please include your contact information so I can respondWhen Theresa Bruno lost her husband James to suicide, she was plunged into a wilderness of sorrow, guilt, and silence. In this moving conversation, Theresa shares how she found the courage to survive—and eventually, to rebuild. From writing letters to her late husband to discovering the transformative power of what she calls “defiant gratitude,” Theresa opens up about healing after unimaginable loss.This is a raw, honest, and ultimately hopeful episode for anyone asking: “How do I live again when I’m still in pain?”💡 What You’ll Learn In This Episode:Why suicide grief brings unique emotional complexityHow shame and silence keep us stuckThe spiritual awakening that can follow traumaWhy healing isn’t linear—and that’s okayHow nature and small rituals can become lifelinesHow Theresa’s affirmations helped her rediscover herselfThe meaning behind the title He’s Not Coming Back🧭 Connect With Theresa Bruno:🌐 Website: Soul Talks with Theresa 📘 Book: He’s Not Coming Back: Rewriting Life After Loss — [Available on Amazon & Barnes & Noble] 🎙️ Podcast: Soul Talks with Theresa on YouTube 📸 Instagram: @soultalkswiththeresa🔁 Join The Conversation:🗣️ What’s one small act that helped you begin again? 💬 Share your thoughts with us in the comments or inside the Grief 2 Growth community.👉 Join the Community🎧 Listen & Subscribe:🟣 Apple Podcasts 🟢 Spotify 🟠 Google Podcasts 🎥 YouTubeVisit 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 grief you carry isn't a burden, but a teacher?In this deeply moving episode, Brian is joined by integrative healer Dr. Richard Grossman to explore how trauma—no matter how devastating—can become a path to awakening. With over 40 years of experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Amazonian plant medicine, Dr. Grossman shares the pivotal moment he received the message: “Trust and forgive.”Together, they dive into why true healing often begins not with answers, but with presence. Whether you're wrestling with recent loss, ancestral trauma, or feeling stuck despite years of therapy, this conversation offers a fresh lens—and genuine hope.🔑 Key Topics:🌱 Trauma as a doorway—not a dead end🧬 How generational trauma can live in the body🍃 The role of plant medicines like Ayahuasca in emotional healing💡 Why understanding pain isn't always necessary to release it🎯 How to stop carrying the "backpack" of old wounds🙌 Learning to be with suffering without analysis or judgment✨ What it means to "see the tree as a tree"—and life as magic🔗 Guest Resources:🌐 Visit Dr. Grossman's website: https://heartfeather.com 📘 Get his book: Trust and Forgive: The Medicine of Your Life on Amazon💬 We’d Love Your Feedback:Was this episode meaningful to you? Leave a review or send Brian a message at grief2growth.com.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 angels walk among us—not just as spiritual beings, but as everyday people delivering messages exactly when we need them most? And what if the pain we carry—grief, trauma, illness—is actually a call from our soul, inviting us to heal and remember who we truly are?In this deeply moving episode of Grief 2 Growth, Brian D. Smith welcomes Christi Clemons Hoffman, a lifelong intuitive, Reiki master, channel, and Level 3 QHHT practitioner. Christi shares transformative stories from her new book Real Life Angel Encounters, revealing how divine support surrounds us—even when we feel most alone.Together, they explore:👼 How angels and guides communicate with us (and why we need to ask!)🧘‍♀️ What QHHT (Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique) is and how it unlocks wisdom from past, parallel, and future lives🐶 Whether pets have souls—and how they support us from the other side💡 How chronic illness often roots in emotional or spiritual trauma💔 How to reach your higher self in the midst of grief and find meaning in the painWhether you're navigating a loss, seeking healing, or simply curious about the unseen world that holds us up, this episode offers hope, tools, and divine perspective.👉 Don’t miss Christi’s angelic insights and Brian’s powerful reflections on the eternal bonds we share with loved ones—even after death.🔗 Guest Links:🔮 Christi Clemons Hoffman 🌐 Website: https://www.radiatewellnesscommunity.com 📚 Book: Real Life Angel Encounters (Available July 1) 🎧 Podcast: Real Life Angel Encounters 🎧 Podcast: Radiate Wellness Podcast🗣️ Let’s Continue the Conversation💬 Join our community to share your stories, ask questions, and find support: 👉 grief2growth.com/community🔁 Share the LoveIf this episode moved you, please:🌟 Leave a rating or review📲 Share it with someone who needs hope🎙️ Tag us on social: @grief2growth💭 Listener Reflection Prompt:Have you ever experienced a moment that felt divinely orchestrated—like an angel was watching over you? Tell us aboutVisit 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 respondHave you ever felt overwhelmed by grief and wondered if there was more to your pain? What if your darkest moments are actually invitations to rise—guided by angelic beings who surround you with love?In this powerful conversation, host Brian D. Smith welcomes back Reverend Sue Frederick, an angel intuitive, master numerologist, and author of Angel Up: The Angel’s Guide to Ascension. Together, they explore how loss can open the door to a deeper spiritual awakening and how each of us can "angel up" to walk in the light—even through the most devastating circumstances.You'll learn how Sue’s personal tragedies—including the death of her husband at age 29 and her own recent cancer diagnosis—became spiritual initiations. Sue shares channeled insights, divine downloads, and practical tools to connect with your angelic team and walk your soul’s path with purpose.💡 What You’ll Learn:What angels really are—and how to work with them 🙏The difference between guides, angels, and departed loved onesHow to recognize when an angel is guiding or intervening in your lifeThe incredible story of Sue’s angelic vision during a health crisisWhy "angelic living" means showing up for others in even the smallest moments 💞A simple mantra to call in angelic support when you're struggling🔗 Connect With Sue Frederick:🌐 Website: http://suefrederick.com 📚 Book: Angel Up: The Angel’s Guide to Ascension 🧭 Free Tool: Discover your soul path number with Sue’s calculator at http://suefrederick.comVisit 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 thought-provoking and heart-centered conversation, Brian D. Smith sits down with Sifu Boggie, a Taoist guide, healer, and lifelong student of energy medicine, to explore how ancient practices like Qigong, Taoist philosophy, and meditation can help us heal from grief, stress, and emotional pain.With over 40 years of experience — and a fascinating life journey from pastry chef to spiritual mentor — Sifu Boggie brings an accessible, playful approach to deep concepts. Discover how our thoughts affect our biology, how movement restores balance, and how reconnecting with our inner child can open a path to peace.Whether you're navigating a personal loss or just curious about the mind-body-spirit connection, this episode offers practical insights for living with more harmony, purpose, and joy.💬 Topics We Cover:What Taoism really is (and what it’s not)The connection between grief, energy, and the bodyQigong and Tai Chi as tools for emotional and physical healingThe science behind the placebo effect, nocebo effect, and epigeneticsWhy the mindset of a child is key to healingMeditation, redefined: not about stillness, but presenceHow fidgeting and playfulness are part of self-regulationAre we more than our bodies? Taoist views on death and consciousnessThe power of belief: How your thoughts shape your health👤 About Sifu Boggie:Sifu Boggie is a Taoist teacher, healer, and mentor who blends Qigong, Tai Chi, Taoist shamanic practices, and body-centered energy healing. Known as a modern “barefoot doctor,” he guides others to awaken the healer within — not by fixing them, but by helping them remember their wholeness.👉 Explore his online school: https://shundao.uscreen.io 📱 Follow him on social: @sifuboggie🧘 Listener Reflection:“What you focus on grows.” Which part of this episode most shifted your thinking? How has grief shown up physically or energetically for you?🗣️ Let us know! Leave a comment or join our community discussion at 👉 grief2growth.com/community⭐ Support the Show:If this episode touched your heart or opened your mind, please: 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