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The Possibility of Joy after Child Loss, with Lisa Espinoza
SUMMARY:
The conversation is centered around Lisa Espinoza's experience with child loss, focusing on her son, Chandler.
Lisa shares that Chandler was adventurous and lived life fully, participating in various activities and sports.
Chandler had a philosophy of life and was deeply affectionate and protective of others, never meeting a stranger.
Lisa recounts the tragic accident that led to Chandler's passing and the subsequent 18 days of struggle before his death on January 1, 2019.
The grief process for Lisa involved accepting the loss, processing pain, adjusting to life without Chandler, and maintaining a connection with him.
She emphasizes the importance of not minimizing grief and allowing oneself to feel all emotions, including anger and sorrow.
Lisa discusses honoring Chandler's memory through writing a book and helping others who have experienced similar loss.
She finds joy in simple moments and believes in the possibility of joy coexisting with grief.
Lisa encourages others to accept help from friends and community and to remain open to moments of joy.
The conversation concludes with a focus on finding purpose and meaning after loss and the importance of inviting joy into one's life.
PODCAST INTRO:
Guest, Lisa Espinoza is an author, coach and a speaker. She stops by the show today to share her personal story of child loss, grief and finding joy even in the midst of great pain.
The process of grief is as different as the person it comes upon but none-the-less we can find incredible value because shared story is how grieving hearts find encouragement. Child loss is an indescribable pain that no parent wishes to be part of. For Lisa, the loss of her son Chandler was a life-altering event that reshaped her world in countless ways.
Lisa shares a heartfelt conversation of her experiences, providing us with a glimpse into a love that will never end coupled with the grief that accompanies the loss of a child. Her story is one of resilience, hope, and the unwavering belief in the power of connection both with having Christ as your foundation and staying connected to life by way of offering practices of remembrance whether that be spontaneously and deliberately.
You’ll hear Lisa’s reflection on Chandler’s adventurous spirit, the kind of person who embraced life with open arms and an open heart. Chandler was one of the four children that Lisa and her husband have (and I do say have because the fact that Chandler is their son will never change)…, a son who brought joy and chaos in equal measure (If you’re raising boys you’ll know exactly what she’s talking about when she shares those examples). You’ll definitely see that Chandler lived life to the fullest.
The journey of grief is a roller coaster ride at best, yet it is also a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit. Lisa's approach to grief involved reclining in the Lord and trusting Him to be with her through the dark valley. With God beside her, she decided to embrace the pain and allowed herself to feel deeply. She talked about other healthy ways of processing emotions and pain whether through counseling, writing, or simply sitting with the emotions; maybe with trusted friend who can bear that type of weight (in a healthy way).
By accepting the loss and finding ways to adjust to a world without Chandler, Lisa not only finds encouragement for each day but peace and dare I say it (in this context of grief), she finds joy that honors her son's adventurous spirit.
In her quest to find meaning amidst the sorrow, Lisa found purpose in helping others navigate their grief (her coaching services). Her writings, initially shared on a blog, became a source of comfort for many, offering a candid and raw portrayal of her journey. Through her words, Lisa provides a lifeline to those who feel isolated in their pain, reinforcing the knowledge that they are not alone. Because of the response she was receiving from her blog posts, she decided to published her story and it is now available to anyone who would love to be encourage (link below). Her story is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest moments, the possibility of joy and connection can light the way forward.
Lisa Espinoza's story is a poignant testament to the enduring power of love and the human capacity to heal and find meaning amidst profound loss. Her journey through grief is a beacon of hope, showing that even in the face of unimaginable pain, you are never alone and you can trust God to know the way through.
Live Loved and Thrive! @alifeofthrive.com
Sherrie Pilk
Connect with Lisa:
Website: https://www.lisaespinoza.com
Her books: First, Brush Your Teeth—Grief and Hope in Real Time: https://www.lisaespinoza.com/first-brush-your-teeth
Days of Whine and Noses—Pep Talks for Tuckered Out Moms
FB - https://www.facebook.com/lisachandlersmom
IG - https://www.instagram.com/lisa.espinoza/
BIO:
Author and speaker Lisa Espinoza is a trusted companion to others along their journeys of grief. In her book First, Brush Your Teeth—Grief and Hope in Real Time, Lisa shares with raw honesty the story of losing her youngest son Chandler and reminds us that hope and joy are possible, even after the greatest heartache and loss.
OTHER BLOG POSTS AND/OR PODCAST EPISODES ON THIS TOPIC:
*A Deep Dive of the Soul After Child Loss, with Bridgett Dunbar: https://alifeofthrive.com/2024/07/03/a-deep-dive-of-the-soul-after-child-loss-stillbirth-with-bridgett-dunbar/
*Finding Peace and Comfort After the Death of Her Son, with Alicia Hodges: https://alifeofthrive.com/2023/08/30/finding-peace-and-comfort-after-the-death-of-her-son-alicia-hodges/
*Surviving Grief and the Death of Her Daughter, with Carole Sluski: https://alifeofthrive.com/2023/03/15/surviving-grief-and-the-death-of-her-daughter-with-carol/
*Hope Reger and The Death of Her Son: https://alifeofthrive.com/2021/12/22/hope/
LISA MENTIONED THESE BOOKS:
Lisa spoke of 3 books that she found great comfort in. You can find these books on Amazon and many other sites that sell books.
(I do not get any compensation should you purchase):
Healing after Loss by Martha Hickman
Lament for a Son by Nicholas Wolterstorff
The Choice, by Edith Eger
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SUMMARY:
The conversation is centered around Lisa Espinoza's experience with child loss, focusing on her son, Chandler.
Lisa shares that Chandler was adventurous and lived life fully, participating in various activities and sports.
Chandler had a philosophy of life and was deeply affectionate and protective of others, never meeting a stranger.
Lisa recounts the tragic accident that led to Chandler's passing and the subsequent 18 days of struggle before his death on January 1, 2019.
The grief process for Lisa involved accepting the loss, processing pain, adjusting to life without Chandler, and maintaining a connection with him.
She emphasizes the importance of not minimizing grief and allowing oneself to feel all emotions, including anger and sorrow.
Lisa discusses honoring Chandler's memory through writing a book and helping others who have experienced similar loss.
She finds joy in simple moments and believes in the possibility of joy coexisting with grief.
Lisa encourages others to accept help from friends and community and to remain open to moments of joy.
The conversation concludes with a focus on finding purpose and meaning after loss and the importance of inviting joy into one's life.
PODCAST INTRO:
Guest, Lisa Espinoza is an author, coach and a speaker. She stops by the show today to share her personal story of child loss, grief and finding joy even in the midst of great pain.
The process of grief is as different as the person it comes upon but none-the-less we can find incredible value because shared story is how grieving hearts find encouragement. Child loss is an indescribable pain that no parent wishes to be part of. For Lisa, the loss of her son Chandler was a life-altering event that reshaped her world in countless ways.
Lisa shares a heartfelt conversation of her experiences, providing us with a glimpse into a love that will never end coupled with the grief that accompanies the loss of a child. Her story is one of resilience, hope, and the unwavering belief in the power of connection both with having Christ as your foundation and staying connected to life by way of offering practices of remembrance whether that be spontaneously and deliberately.
You’ll hear Lisa’s reflection on Chandler’s adventurous spirit, the kind of person who embraced life with open arms and an open heart. Chandler was one of the four children that Lisa and her husband have (and I do say have because the fact that Chandler is their son will never change)…, a son who brought joy and chaos in equal measure (If you’re raising boys you’ll know exactly what she’s talking about when she shares those examples). You’ll definitely see that Chandler lived life to the fullest.
The journey of grief is a roller coaster ride at best, yet it is also a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit. Lisa's approach to grief involved reclining in the Lord and trusting Him to be with her through the dark valley. With God beside her, she decided to embrace the pain and allowed herself to feel deeply. She talked about other healthy ways of processing emotions and pain whether through counseling, writing, or simply sitting with the emotions; maybe with trusted friend who can bear that type of weight (in a healthy way).
By accepting the loss and finding ways to adjust to a world without Chandler, Lisa not only finds encouragement for each day but peace and dare I say it (in this context of grief), she finds joy that honors her son's adventurous spirit.
In her quest to find meaning amidst the sorrow, Lisa found purpose in helping others navigate their grief (her coaching services). Her writings, initially shared on a blog, became a source of comfort for many, offering a candid and raw portrayal of her journey. Through her words, Lisa provides a lifeline to those who feel isolated in their pain, reinforcing the knowledge that they are not alone. Because of the response she was receiving from her blog posts, she decided to published her story and it is now available to anyone who would love to be encourage (link below). Her story is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest moments, the possibility of joy and connection can light the way forward.
Lisa Espinoza's story is a poignant testament to the enduring power of love and the human capacity to heal and find meaning amidst profound loss. Her journey through grief is a beacon of hope, showing that even in the face of unimaginable pain, you are never alone and you can trust God to know the way through.
Live Loved and Thrive! @alifeofthrive.com
Sherrie Pilk
Connect with Lisa:
Website: https://www.lisaespinoza.com
Her books: First, Brush Your Teeth—Grief and Hope in Real Time: https://www.lisaespinoza.com/first-brush-your-teeth
Days of Whine and Noses—Pep Talks for Tuckered Out Moms
FB - https://www.facebook.com/lisachandlersmom
IG - https://www.instagram.com/lisa.espinoza/
BIO:
Author and speaker Lisa Espinoza is a trusted companion to others along their journeys of grief. In her book First, Brush Your Teeth—Grief and Hope in Real Time, Lisa shares with raw honesty the story of losing her youngest son Chandler and reminds us that hope and joy are possible, even after the greatest heartache and loss.
OTHER BLOG POSTS AND/OR PODCAST EPISODES ON THIS TOPIC:
*A Deep Dive of the Soul After Child Loss, with Bridgett Dunbar: https://alifeofthrive.com/2024/07/03/a-deep-dive-of-the-soul-after-child-loss-stillbirth-with-bridgett-dunbar/
*Finding Peace and Comfort After the Death of Her Son, with Alicia Hodges: https://alifeofthrive.com/2023/08/30/finding-peace-and-comfort-after-the-death-of-her-son-alicia-hodges/
*Surviving Grief and the Death of Her Daughter, with Carole Sluski: https://alifeofthrive.com/2023/03/15/surviving-grief-and-the-death-of-her-daughter-with-carol/
*Hope Reger and The Death of Her Son: https://alifeofthrive.com/2021/12/22/hope/
LISA MENTIONED THESE BOOKS:
Lisa spoke of 3 books that she found great comfort in. You can find these books on Amazon and many other sites that sell books.
(I do not get any compensation should you purchase):
Healing after Loss by Martha Hickman
Lament for a Son by Nicholas Wolterstorff
The Choice, by Edith Eger
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