Kathi Balasek shares her remarkable journey from flunking college, becoming a physical education teacher and then eventually, a grief expert. Kathi demonstrates how seemingly unrelated skills create a unique path for helping others navigate loss.

Key Takeaways:

• Grief is not a competition – "the only loss that matters is your loss"

• Focusing on emotions rather than comparing experiences creates connection

• How financial professionals can support grieving clients

Whether you're navigating personal grief or supporting someone through loss, this conversation offers practical wisdom for showing up when life gets messy.

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