57. Growing thru Grief: A Conversation with Krista St.-Germain, Host of The Widowed Mom Podcast

On today’s episode, I sit down with Krista St.-Germain, creator of The Widowed Mom Podcast. Krista shares her story of resilience after the tragic loss of her husband. From navigating the complexities of grief to embracing post-traumatic growth, Krista's experiences offer invaluable insights for anyone dealing with loss.

We dive into the myths around grief, emotional processing, and how becoming a life coach has been a guiding light in Krista's journey. We also explore the power of self-compassion, debunk misconceptions, and uncover the deep connections between emotions, thoughts, and healing.


Show Highlights

  • Krista's journey from grief to post-traumatic growth after losing her husband

  • challenging the myths of grief

  • the importance of embracing emotions

  • shifting from perfectionism to self-compassion while healing

  • Krista’s coaching techniques to foster self-growth and self-awareness

  • why it’s important to unlearn societal expectations, especially the “happiness all the time” and “feelings are problems” culture

Resources

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Email me: sheila@sheilatully.com


Mentioned in the Episode

Krista’s Website

Krista’s Grief Plateau Quiz

The Widowed Mom Podcast

The Life Coach School - Website
Marianne Williamson - A Return to Love: Reflections on the Principles of “A Course in Miracles”

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