Grieve That Sh!t

Erica and Sharon discuss how social media has given many people a platform to make very negative comments to one another.  This can be especially challenging for grievers when they are trying to find support.  They even discuss the negative comments made about Erica and her husband after Austin's passing.  It was heart breaking for her to read the very nasty things said about her by people who do not know her.  If you would like to schedule a free phone session click the link below:

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Sharon and Erica talk about how important it is to continue your healing journey once you start.  There are layers to grief and until you get to the root of what is causing your pain you will not have true healing. This is accomplished by completing the necessary heart work that the sisters refer to all of the time and teach in their educational program.  If you do the work you will have peace in your heart and will not continue to be triggered by memories, pictures, and special days.  For the definition of grief ebook and to schedule a free phone session go to our website.

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Erica and Sharon talk about the things that can trigger you when your heart is broken.  Erica openly shares about the things that have triggered her in the past and how challenging they would have been to manage had she not done the necessary heart work. The sisters admit that there will always be triggers, but they do not have to break you down.  If you would like to speak with them about what triggers you set up a free phone session using the link below:

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Sharon and Erica discuss the challenges grievers face with openly talking about grief.  Unfortunately society is ill-equipped with how to talk about grief and often mislabel it and call it something other than grief.  Grief is anything that causes your heart to break and it is more than just death.  Sometimes it's a feeling that your life is just not as fulfilling as it should be.  Whatever the cause it's okay to talk about it and should you want to speak with us schedule a free phone session.  

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Erica and Sharon talk about how important it is to feel your feelings no matter how much it hurts.  The sisters say "the only way out of the pain is through."  Erica shares her personal struggle after Donovan died and how she completely resisted feeling any of the pain.  It is from her personal experience they developed their program Processing the Pain of Grief.

Erica and Sharon talk about how over commercialized Valentine's Day has become and for grievers this can be very challenging.  It is yet another reminder that their loved one is no longer with them.  This can be due to divorce, break-up or a death.  The sisters discuss how important it is to come up with a plan for the day.  Even if the plan is to stay in bed a cry; that's still a plan.  

Erica and Sharon discuss what it's like for a child to be raised as a griever.  It's not uncommon when a parent dies for the surviving parent to raise their child grieving the loss even if they were too young to remember the relationship.  The sisters share the experience of their client who grew up grieving the loss of his mother and it affected his entire life and all of his future relationships.  

Sharon and Erica openly talk about what is involved when planning a loved ones funeral.  They discuss how the process is completely draining and how your emotions will be all over the place.  The sisters encourage everyone to do their research and to not be afraid to get prices from a variety of places.  It's not uncommon that people rush to make decisions that they will later regret so the sisters suggest you take your time to make sure you are planning a day that will truly honor your loved one. If you would like to speak to the sisters you can schedule a free session here:

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Erica and Sharon pay special tribute to Erica's youngest son Jordan for his birthday.  The sisters discuss Jordan's grief journey and what his experience was like after losing Austin at the age three and then losing Donovan at the age of twelve.  Erica admits to making plenty of mistakes and because she was struggling with her own grief.  If you have any questions about parenting while grieving or how to take to your children about grief schedule a free phone session using this link http://healingstartswiththeheart.as.me

Sharon and Erica discuss how individuals can be triggered by certain events, memories, and life experiences.  They share openly about how they are no longer affected by certain triggers because they have done the work to mend their broken hearts.  Grievers who are resisting doing their heart work or those who don't know where to start will be easily triggered by events and that will slow down their grieving process.  if you would like to schedule a call with Sharon and Erica click here:

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