What if grief wasn't just about loss, but a powerful part of healing?

In this heartfelt solo reflection on Talk Healing to Me, host Karen Dwyer revisits her moving conversation with clinical psychologist and grief expert Dr. Sherry Walling. This solo recap dives into the emotional truths that surfaced in their conversation — including the kind of grief that comes with a chronic illness diagnosis, and the deep healing that happens when we honour what we've lost.

Karen shares her top 10 takeaways from the episode, from the unspoken grief of letting go of the life you imagined, to the importance of movement, ritual, creativity, and co-regulation. Whether you're grieving, healing, or supporting someone with MS, this episode is packed with compassionate wisdom and practical tools to help you feel a little more grounded in your journey.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

📖 How to recognise grief that isn’t tied to death — like the loss of a future or identity

😊 Why grief and strength can exist at the same time

🛋️ How suppressing emotion impacts your immune system

🎓 How to talk to your kids honestly and clearly about your diagnosis

🎣 Why your nervous system needs joy, not just green juice and goals

🎨 How creativity and movement support emotional release

🪟 Why rest is not a reward, it’s a requirement

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If this episode spoke to you, share it with someone who might be quietly grieving or navigating chronic illness. Every listen spreads hope. 🌟