The Empowered Grief Journey

Welcoming My Daughter, Losing My Mother: A Story of Birth, Loss, and Love

In this deeply moving episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, I’m joined by Carla Berbary, who shares the profound experience of welcoming her daughter into the world just five days before losing her beloved mother.
From her home in Australia, Carla navigated the heartbreak of grieving her mother from afar in Lebanon — holding both the joy of new life and the sorrow of loss at once. She opens up about the tension, guilt, and beauty of living within those two extremes, and how she now carries her mother’s memory forward through motherhood itself.
This conversation is a tender reminder that healing isn’t about choosing between emotions, but allowing joy and grief to coexist — honoring the fullness of the human heart.

Unchained: A Journey to Rise, Heal, and Reclaim Life After Narcissistic Abuse

In this powerful episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, I’m joined by Anni Neill — survivor, author, and advocate for women healing from narcissistic abuse. Anni courageously shares her story of breaking free from a toxic marriage rooted in control, manipulation, and financial abuse.
Together, we explore how narcissists use gaslighting, shame, and power to keep their partners trapped — and what it truly takes to rebuild trust in yourself after emotional trauma. Anni shares the grief of not only losing the relationship, but also the version of herself that endured it.
Now an author and educator, she’s turned her pain into purpose, helping women recognize red flags, reclaim their voice, and rise into lives of freedom and fulfillment.

From Heartbreak to Hope: A Mother’s Journey Through Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Healing

In this heartfelt episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, I’m joined by Kaitlin Parsons — a mother, coach, and advocate — who courageously shares her experiences with miscarriage and stillbirth. Together, we explore the deep and often unspoken grief that comes with losing a child and the emotional ripple effects it can have on individuals, marriages, and families.
Kaitlin opens up about the differences in how men and women process grief, the challenges couples face in the aftermath of loss, and how giving herself permission to feel became the start of her healing. She also shares how finding safe, supportive spaces allowed her to honor her babies’ lives while rediscovering hope and purpose.

The Healing Power of Presence: A Chaplain’s Perspective on Grief

In this deeply grounding episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, Rev. Christine Vaughan Davies — ordained Presbyterian minister, spiritual director, seminary professor, and head of hospital chaplaincy at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital — shares profound insights from her years of walking alongside the grieving.
Christine offers a compassionate perspective on what it truly means to be present with others in pain. Together, we explore the healing power of presence, the art of holding space, and why listening not fixing is one of the most sacred gifts we can offer. She also shares guidance on what to say (and what not to say) when supporting someone through loss.

Decoding Narcissism: How to Spot the Patterns and Reclaim Your Power

In this eye-opening episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, we dive into the realities of narcissistic abuse, trauma, and healing with Russell Tellup, a practitioner who combines personal experience with professional expertise.
Together, we unpack the key signs of narcissistic behavior — gaslighting, manipulation, and love bombing — and how these patterns can quietly erode your confidence, boundaries, and emotional safety. Russell shares insights on how to identify red flags, protect your energy, and rebuild self-trust after emotional trauma.
We also explore the power of somatic healing and hypnosis in releasing the body’s stored grief and trauma, featuring a live hypnosis session designed to help listeners begin their own emotional release.

From Trauma to Triumph: A Survivor’s Journey of Healing and Hope

In this powerful episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, Geena Hymer shares her courageous story of healing from childhood trauma and rediscovering purpose through faith, resilience, and self-compassion.
Geena opens up about the layers of pain that shaped her early life — from parental divorce and sexual abuse to assault in her twenties — and how these experiences led her to use food as both comfort and protection.
Today, as a Hope Author and speaker, she’s writing her first book to help women heal their relationships with food, their bodies, and their past. With vulnerability and grace, Geena reminds us that healing isn’t about perfection — it’s about progress, awareness, and reclaiming your personal power.

Choosing Yourself: Healing Through Nature, Spirit, and Self-Discovery

In this episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, Terri Lee-Shield shares her deeply personal experiences with death, grief, and the healing wisdom found in nature.
Terri reflects on how nature became her greatest teacher—revealing that death, loss, and rebirth are all part of the same sacred cycle. Through her journey, she discovered that when we allow what no longer serves us to die, we make space for new growth to emerge.
Together, we explore how grief can lead to self-discovery, the dangers of numbing pain through addiction or avoidance, and the courage it takes to truly feel and heal.
🌿 Tune in for this raw and honest conversation about choosing yourself, embracing nature’s lessons, and finding freedom through spiritual connection.

The Seasonal Movement: Grieving and Healing Through Nature’s Rhythms

In this episode, Rubén Gómez shares how the changing seasons can profoundly influence our emotions, energy, and healing process. After experiencing seasonal affective disorder himself, Rubén discovered the power of aligning daily life and grief work with the natural rhythms found in nature.
As the visionary founder of The Seasonal Movement, Rubén teaches how to live in harmony with nature’s cycles to achieve greater balance, clarity, and purpose. Blending ancient wisdom with modern cognitive and behavioral science, he helps others break free from burnout, emotional stagnation, and disconnection — using nature as a mirror for healing and growth.
🌿 Tune in to learn how to navigate grief, restore emotional equilibrium, and unlock your full potential by aligning your healing journey with the wisdom of the seasons.