Loss isn't an easy thing. Whether its a job, the loss of a loved one, or anything that's a major part of our lives, loss seems to leave an empty space. Anything that we invest time in, commit to, or love in many ways becomes a part of who we are, our identity, and when that thing is gone we inherently ask the question "Who am I now?"
After the unexpected loss of her husband at the young age of 45, Kristine Carlson began a journey that she wasn't expecting to take so soon. With two girls to raise, Kristine began navigating her grieving process and who she was now without her beloved in her life and her own journey back to joy.
Kristine Carlson has captivated readers worldwide with her books, including Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff for Moms, An Hour to Live, An Hour to Love, Don't Sweat the Small Stuff in Love, and Don't Sweat the Small Stuff for Women. Kristine has been featured on national radio and television broadcasts, including The Today Show, Empowered Living Radio, The View, and Oprah. Today, she is emerging as a profound leader in the areas that matter most to the human heart—how to heal and move forward, and how to love.
Kristine is the bestselling co-author of the Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff series. Her newest book, From Heartbreak to Wholeness: The Hero's Journey to Joy, is inspired by her own personal journey after the loss of her husband and offers a practical plan to recover joy in the face of grief and loss.
Today we'll dive into the healing process, grieving loss, mindfulness, and more From Heartbreak to Wholeness.
In this episode you'll learn
How we go through an identity crisis when we experience loss Grief as a normal process of healing Creating stillness and how being very gentle can help with the grieving process Working through the self-talk and thinking patterns associated with grief The healing power of journaling Facing adversity through personal responsibility and acceptance How Kristine's values shifted after her husband's death Role modeling how you deal with adversity for your children The role of forgiveness in the grieving process And More…