Grief changes everything—so Josh and Ashley share real lessons from a recent loss and what helped them keep moving forward. Learn practical ways to process emotions, lean on community, and live more intentionally through the waves of grief.

Grief isn’t a theory—it’s a road we all walk eventually. Josh and Ashley reflect on a recent, deeply personal loss and share what helped them cope with sorrow, find moments of joy, and live with renewed perspective.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

• Why peer loss “hits different” and what it reveals
• How laughter and tears can coexist in healthy grief
• The role of faith, hope, and community support
• Gratitude and emotional processing habits that help
• How loss reshapes priorities: presence, words, forgiveness

CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:00 Intro — Optimize Through Grief
• 01:40 When Loss Hits Different
• 02:39 Laughter In The Dark
• 07:07 A Life That Gathers
• 07:44 Faith In The Valley
• 09:45 Community That Carries
• 13:13 Gratitude As An Anchor
• 15:18 Let Yourself Feel
• 17:00 Live Like It Matters
• 24:53 Waves, Triggers, Healing

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@optimizingbeyond
• Show website: https://www.optimizingbeyond.com