This podcast episode features a personal story of losing a dream of becoming a professional athlete, dealing with stress and overwhelm, and growing up with a family member in prison that shaped the speaker's identity.
The speaker discusses her experience with grief over losing her son and the challenges she faces as a recovering codependent in accepting support from others.
The speaker shares their experience coping with grief, which used to feel devastating and debilitating, but now the pangs of grief have become a comforting reminder of the love and support they have. Despite being a science-driven person who did not believe in the supernatural, the speaker found solace in talking to themselves and looking for signs from beyond after losing a loved one.
The speaker discusses the ongoing process of healing from past trauma and how it can be a continual journey, even after feeling at peace with it.
The speaker shares their personal journey of finding a purpose in helping others, which was influenced by the loss of their father, and how they are in a better place compared to the last decade of their life.