Grief, I Didn't Sign Up for This
Grief is tough—but so are we. "Grief, I Didn't Sign Up for This," is a space for real, raw, and sometimes even humorous conversations about navigating loss, healing, and faith. Hosted by Shaleka Smith, this podcast explores the many faces of grief—not just losing loved ones but also the loss of relationships, identity, dreams, and expectations.
We’ll laugh, we’ll cry, and we’ll keep it real as we unpack the messy emotions that come with grief. Through personal stories, faith-based encouragement, and maybe even a few awkward moments (because grief can be weird), "Grief, I Didn't Sign Up for This" reminds you that you're not alone. With scripture, expert insights, and a little lightheartedness, we’ll walk this journey together—one step, one story, and one deep breath at a time.
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Grief, I Didn't Sign Up for This
A Christmas Meditation for the Heavy-Hearted
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Christmas can be beautiful—and heavy.
For many, this season carries joy and grief side by side.
This Christmas meditation is a quiet, sacred pause for anyone navigating loss, loneliness, or complicated emotions during the holidays. Whether you’re missing someone you love, feeling disconnected from the cheer around you, or simply needing a moment to breathe, this meditation offers space without pressure.
Through gentle breathing, reflection on the true story of Christmas, and permission to feel what you feel, this meditation reminds you that you don’t have to perform joy to belong in this season. Grief is not a failure—and peace can exist alongside pain.
Light a candle, find a comfortable place, and allow yourself to be present.
You are held, even here.
