In this episode of Not Your Average Grief Podcast, I speak with Dr. Lynn Banis, who specializes in helping widows transform their grief into connection and joy. Dr. Lynn shares her personal journey through profound loss, including the deaths of her husband, brother, and mother. She discusses the importance of acknowledging grief, creating meaningful remembrances, and the role of community in healing. Our conversation also touches on societal attitudes towards grief, overcoming limiting beliefs, and the significance of coaching in navigating the grieving process. Dr. Lynn emphasizes the need for open discussions about grief and offers practical tools for transformation.

Takeaways

• Dr. Lynn helps widows transform loneliness into connection.
• Grief can be compounded by multiple losses.
• It's essential to acknowledge and process grief.
• Creating new traditions can help in healing.
• Community support is crucial during grief.
• Societal norms often make discussing grief uncomfortable.
• Limiting beliefs can hinder the healing process.
• Practical support for grieving individuals is vital.
• Coaching can provide a structured path through grief.
• Values may shift after a significant loss.

To find out more about Dr. Lynn and the work she does you can visit her website by clicking the link below.

Lynn Banis's Website

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