In this episode, I speak with Vanessa May, a London-based writer, holistic grief coach, and certified grief educator.

As a bereaved mother and widow, Vanessa has endured more loss than most could imagine in one lifetime, yet she’s transformed her pain into purpose.

After losing her son Harry, her husband Anthony, and her father in quick succession, Vanessa dedicated her life to helping others navigate the landscape of grief.

Known for her raw honesty, compassion, and wisdom, Vanessa embodies the 'wounded healer', reminding us that grief isn’t something to get over, it’s something we learn to live alongside.

This episode dives deep into the spiritual beliefs that continue to support her, including soul contracts and signs from the other side.

Books:

Finding Meaning by David Kessler

Journey of Souls by Michael Newton

It's OK That You're Not OK by Megan Devine

Groups:

The Compassionate Friends: https://www.tcf.org.uk/professional/

Therapy:

Havening: https://www.havening.org/

EMDR Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing

Breath Work

Yoga for grief

Connect with Vanessa:

Author website: https://www.vanessamay.co.uk/

Holistic Grief Coaching: https://wellbeingandnutrition.co.uk/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/may.wellbeing.griefsupport/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holisticgriefsupport

When Grief Takes Everything: A Survival Guide To Devastating Loss:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068196106/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.FTjfx4BGEGh5OtMwWsPp3QyzSIQ13pdbJDMjYetAwlXGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.oR8DgquK--qkSNuoU9m646vmb259bZaIqyEVSJyWt8c&qid=1760187628&sr=1-1

Connect with your host Louise Bates: https://linktr.ee/louisebates

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