In this episode, Mariette Frey joins "The Selfish Griever" podcast as a guest to explore the topic of whether or not to move to a different home or town following a significant loss. Mariette Frey shares her expertise as a certified professional organizer and life coach specializing in residential moves. The conversation covers various considerations before deciding, such as the energy of a home, the importance of personal items in grief, and the role of meditation and visualization. The concept of a "City Proof Of Concept" is introduced as a way to experience a potential new location without committing to a permanent move. The importance of community and relationships is also discussed. 

In this conversation, Mariette Frey shares valuable insights and advice for individuals considering a move to a new city. She emphasizes the importance of exploring different options and gathering data before deciding. Mariette also guides couples with differing opinions on moving, suggesting open communication and understanding. She highlights the unique situations and alternative approaches that can be taken, such as living separately for a period of time.

While The Selfish Griever Podcast has come to an end, a big thank you goes to Whitney Samoran for allowing me to still provide this episode to listeners. It's an important topic and reminder that everyone's grief journey is unique to them and that it's okay to be selfish in your approach. You can find 61 episodes of The Selfish Griever wherever you listen to podcasts. You can learn more about Whitney and her story on her website. 

Takeaways

• Consider your personal feelings and energy before deciding to move after the loss of a child.
• Take time to process grief and emotions before making any major decisions.
• Create a safe and comforting space in your current home to support healing.
• Consider a city proof of concept to experience a potential new location before committing to a move.
• Evaluate the community and support system in a new location before deciding. Take the time to explore different options and gather information before making a decision to move.
• Open communication and understanding are key when dealing with differences in couples' opinions on moving.
• Unique situations and alternative approaches, such as living separately for a period of time, can be considered.
• Navigating the challenges of marriage and grief requires sensitivity, patience, and support.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Personal Experiences
• 04:12 Considerations Before Moving
• 08:07 The Energy of a Home
• 13:25 Regretting Getting Rid of Personal Effects
• 15:14 The Role of Personal Items in Grief
• 17:35 The Energy and Maintenance of a Home
• 19:30 Processing Grief Before Making Decisions
• 21:17 Using Meditation and Visualization
• 23:32 Taking Time to Heal Before Moving
• 26:03 The Importance of a City Proof of Concept
• 33:32 Creating a Zen Space and Asking Permission
• 37:39 Considering Community and Relationships
• 41:14 Staying for an Extended Period of Time
• 46:39 Defining Expectations in Relationships
• 50:36 Considering the Community and Support System
• 52:36 Exploring Different Options and Gathering Information
• 54:05 Dealing with Differences in Couples
• 56:09 Unique Situations and Alternative Approaches
• 57:38 Navigating the Challenges of Marriage and Grief
• 58:33 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

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