Grief 2 Growth
"Transform your grief into growth with Brian Smith, an empathetic life coach, certified grief educator, public speaker, and author who has walked the treacherous path of profound loss. Grief 2 Growth unravels the intricacies of life, death, and the spaces in between, offering listeners a new perspective on what it means to be 'Planted. Not Buried.'
Join Brian and his compelling guests—bereaved parents, life coaches, mediums, healers, near death experiencers, and experts in various fields—as they discuss topics like survival guilt, synchronicities, and the scientific evidence supporting the existence of the afterlife. You'll come away with actionable advice, renewed hope, and the comforting knowledge that love and life are eternal.
One of the most powerful ways we know what awaits us and where we came from is Near Death Experiences. Much of Brian's knowledge is derived from extensive study of this phenomenon, along with interviewing dozens of near death experience experiencers.
Brian knows the soul-crushing weight of loss; his journey began with the sudden passing of his fifteen-year-old daughter, Shayna. It's not an odyssey he would have chosen, but it has been an odyssey that has chosen him to guide others.
Grief 2 Growth is a sanctuary for those grieving, those curious about the beyond, and anyone eager to explore the fuller dimensions of life and death. Each episode delves into topics that matter most—how to cope, grow, and connect with loved ones in the afterlife. If you ask: “Where did I come from? Why am I here? Where am I going?” this podcast is for you.
This isn't about forgetting your loss or simply 'moving on'; it's about growing in a new direction that honors your loved ones and your spirit. It’s about finding joy and purpose again.
Grief 2 Growth is more than a podcast; it's a community of souls committed to supporting one another through the darkest valleys and highest peaks of human existence. Listen today and start planting seeds for a brighter, more spiritually connected tomorrow."
Grief 2 Growth
Blackbird: A Mother’s Journey Through Suicide and Spirit with Betsy Thibaut Stephenson | EP 446
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When 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 loss
- How grief impacts the body and mind
- The myth of grieving “the right way”
- Writing as a tool for survival
- Allowing space for others’ grief stories
- Keeping 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
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🗨️ How do you keep your loved one’s spirit present in your life?
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🔗 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
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