Anticipatory grief refers to grieving that occurs prior to the actual loss.

The mourning process begins prior to the actual death of someone, it is an awareness and acceptance of the fact that person is going to die.

It is important that you take care of yourself during this process.  Apply this Safety Plan as you go through this crisis:

B - Breathe, relax, meditate, gather your thoughts, think before you react

S - Selfcare (hydrate, exercise, eat healthier foods, get adequate rest and sleep)

A - Acknowledge your feelings and emotions, don't silence your grief, ask for help, talk with someone about your feelings

F - Focus on your faith, family and friends, prioritize those things that are important to you in your life

E - Embrace/Engage in your community, church, and co-workers, let those in who are offering support for you during this crisis. You are not alone.

• How are you grieving?
• Have you been allowed to grieve?
• Who said you shouldn't grieve?
• Who said men don't cry?
• Jesus Wept!

Taking a look at the Holy Spirit and His function and availability.

Daily conversation on a play of words with everyday people. The Power of words can either build or tear down. Time to unshackle your mind!

EmpoWORDment - Unshackling Your Mind Podcast is a conversation with Larry D. Johns, a minister, Christian Counselor, Registered Clinical Social Worker.  Discussions is basically education and entertainment only.  The discussions will vary from mental health, current events, spiritual matters and personal development.  Our words have power, we can either use them to speak life in someone or condemnation.  Allow yourself to think, you might learn something, and hopefully I will learn something.  It's been said, we people know better, they do better.  

Welcome to my first episode. This is only the introduction. I've been wanting to start a podcast for years, so here it is. I've called it "EmpoWORDment." I want to cover topics such as Christianity, Mental Health, Relationships, Marriage, Divorce, Counseling, Men's Issues and the Church, just to name a few. The goal is to be provide open, honest and transparent conversation. Your thoughts matter, so let's find the key to unlock the mind together.