The Empowered Grief Journey

Turning Pain Into Purpose with LaCole Smith: From Tragedy to Triumph

In this powerful episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with LaCole Smith — transformative leader, author, and cancer advocate — to explore her incredible journey from tragedy to triumph.
LaCole opens up about surviving a devastating house fire that claimed her mother’s life, enduring a life-altering accident, and facing cancer — all of which became catalysts for her faith and purpose. Her story is a raw and resilient testament to healing, hope, and the power of perseverance.
Through her book Leap of Faith and her mission-driven work, LaCole now helps women reclaim their voices, share their stories, and turn pain into impact.

Grief and Faith: Rediscovering Identity and Purpose with Bishop Barlow

In this heartfelt episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone welcomes Bishop Barlow — author, minister, and founder of Known Ministries — for a powerful conversation about walking through grief while staying anchored in faith and purpose.
Bishop shares how loss reshaped his relationship with God, his sense of identity, and his calling to serve others. Through his blog Away From the Mirror, his books, and his YouTube teachings, he inspires people to reconnect with their faith, embrace their stories, and discover meaning beyond the pain.
Together, Chris and Bishop explore the intersection of grief, purpose, and spiritual resilience — and what it truly means to live out your calling in the midst of heartbreak.

From Burnout to Alignment: Crystal Robinson on Healing Through Science and Soul

In this enlightening episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone welcomes Crystal Robinson — National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach and founder of Crystal Moon Holistic Healing — for a powerful conversation about healing through the integration of science and soul.
Crystal shares her inspiring story of leaving behind a 30-year corporate engineering career to follow a spiritually aligned path of purpose and service. Today, she helps high-achieving professionals reconnect to themselves through holistic practices rooted in both evidence-based science and sacred self-awareness.
Together, Chris and Crystal explore how grief and burnout can become turning points toward clarity, balance, and authenticity.

From Collapse to Clarity: Healing and Rebuilding Life After Divorce

In this heartfelt episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Jeff, founder of Divorce Daddy, to discuss his raw and transformative journey through the collapse of a toxic marriage and the pain of divorce.
Jeff opens up about living in a fog of betrayal, loss, and disconnection — and the pivotal moment he decided not to stay stuck in victimhood, but to rise. Through courage, self-work, and faith, he rebuilt his life, reconnected with his children, and reclaimed his purpose.
Now, he helps others do the same: navigating heartbreak, finding strength in vulnerability, and creating a life that feels authentic and whole.

Motherhood and Grief: Finding the Path to Healing with Jana Wellemeyer

In this heartfelt episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone speaks with Jana Wellemeyer — a Coast Guard wife, homeschooling mother of three, and healing guide shaped by profound loss.
Jana opens up about her experiences with multiple miscarriages and a stillbirth, sharing the emotional toll of grieving while continuing to show up for everyday life. Through her work with the Grief Recovery Method, shamanic teachings, and Reiki, she discovered that healing isn’t linear — but it is possible.
Today, Jana helps others navigate their pain with compassion, presence, and spiritual insight, creating safe spaces for those carrying unresolved grief.

Grief, Purpose & Resilience: How Heidi Prowse Turned Loss into Leadership

In this heartfelt episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Australian community advocate and author Heidi Prowse, OAM, for an inspiring conversation about grief, leadership, and purpose after loss.
After losing her husband, Andrew, to cystic fibrosis, Heidi found herself navigating deep sorrow, identity shifts, and rediscovery. Instead of retreating from life, she stepped into service — becoming a mental health advocate, supporting others through health challenges, and transforming her pain into purpose.
With warmth, honesty, and hard-earned wisdom, Heidi reminds us that even in our darkest seasons, connection and meaning are still possible.

Breaking Cycles & Reclaiming Identity: The Power of Forgiveness Part 2

In this powerful return episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone welcomes back Scott Stewart — professional speaker and personal development advocate — for a deeper exploration into forgiveness, identity, and breaking generational cycles.
Scott shares how his path from childhood adversity to emotional freedom continues to evolve, revealing what it truly means to forgive without forgetting. Through honest reflection, he discusses how forgiveness became the most liberating act of self-love in his healing journey and how breaking free from manipulation and abuse allowed him to reclaim his voice and purpose.
Together, Chris and Scott dive into the lasting impact of father wounds, the courage it takes to own your truth, and the freedom found in choosing peace over pain.
 

Starting Over at 60: Addiction, Loss, and Emotional Healing with Dallas

In this inspiring and unfiltered episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone welcomes Dallas — a self-proclaimed “emotional baggage handler” and coach from Vancouver Island, Canada — for a powerful conversation about starting over when life falls apart.
Dallas shares what he calls his “year of collapse” — a season marked by cancer, addiction, and the loss of his marriage, family, business, and home. At 60 years old, he found himself rebuilding from rock bottom, beginning a journey through grief, self-discovery, and emotional healing that led him to a life of renewed purpose and service.
Together, Chris and Dallas explore what it means to release old stories, rebuild from nothing, and transform pain into freedom.
💬 This episode is a raw, relatable reminder that transformation doesn’t come from perfection — it comes from truth.