Unlocking Joy After Grief | Christian Grief Support, Life After Child Loss, Bereavement, Hope and Healing for Grieving Moms

Unlocking Joy After Grief | Christian Grief Support, Life After Child Loss, Bereavement, Hope and Healing for Grieving Moms

By Courtney Williams | Christian Grief SupportReligion & SpiritualityChristianity
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Unlocking Joy After Grief | Christian Grief Support, Life After Child Loss, Bereavement, Hope and Healing for Grieving Moms episodes

  • 65 | The Blessing in Grief: How Mourning Leads Us to God’s Comfort

    Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. – Matthew 5:4

    At first glance, this verse can feel confusing. How can mourning possibly be considered a blessing? In this episode, we explore the deep and comforting truth behind Jesus’ words and what they mean for those walking through the pain of loss.

    Join me as we unpack the powerful promise of Matthew 5:4 and reflect on the unexpected ways God meets us in our pain. Whether you’re in the early days of grief or further along in your healing journey, this episode will remind you that God sees your pain, walks with you through it, and offers a peace that only he can provide.

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    12 min
  • 64 | A 5 Step Prayer Guide When You Can’t Find the Words

    When grief steals your words, prayer can feel impossible. 

     

    In this episode, I’m showing you how you can find your words again using the Lord’s Prayer. The Lord’s Prayer isn’t just something to memorize. It’s a model for how to connect with God when you don’t know what to say. 

     

    Join me as we walk through this five step outline so you can begin praying again. 

     

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    20 min
  • 63 | 4 Lessons I’ve Learned in My Grief Journey

    Grief has a way of reshaping every part of our lives. Nothing is the same after losing our child. That day we lost our child started a journey none of us wanted to be on.

    In this episode, I’m sharing four powerful lessons I’ve learned along my own grief journey. My hope is that these lessons will offer you encouragement, remind you that you’re not alone, and help you find glimpses of hope as you walk your own path toward healing.

     

    🔗Links Mentioned in Episode:

    How Close is God in Your Grief? 4 Ways He Shows Us He's Near

    The Grief No One Talks About: Why Everything Feels Different After Loss

     

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    23 min
  • 62 | This Is Not Our Home: Finding Hope Beyond Grief

    Grief can make this life feel so long. When we think of all the time we have to live without our child here on this earth it can feel like more than a lifetime. But as Christians, we can rest in the truth that this grief, this pain is not the end of our story. This world is not our home. 

     

    In this episode, I want to remind your heart of your true home, where every tear will be wiped away and our joy will be complete. I pray this episode will give you fresh hope and comfort over your grieving heart.

     

    🔗Links Mentioned in Episode:

    The Grief No One Talks About: Why Everything Feels Different After Loss

     

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    19 min
  • 61 | How You Can Use AI in Your Grief Journey

    Can AI actually help in your grief journey? 

     

    In today’s episode, I’m sharing 3 ways you can use AI tools like ChatGPT to support your healing. Whether that’s writing letters to your child, finding comforting scripture, or even processing the emotions that feel too heavy to carry alone. This isn’t about replacing your faith or community, it’s about having a gentle tool available whenever you need it.

     

    If you’re curious how technology can come alongside your grief, this one’s for you.

     

    🔗Links Mentioned in Episode:

    Age your pictures with Bylo https://bylo.ai/features/age-filter 

    Animate your pictures with Artlist.io

    ChatGPT

    Free Grief Prompts for ChatGPT

     

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    19 min
  • 60 | The Grief No One Talks About: Why Everything Feels Different After Loss

    Have you ever tried doing something you once loved, only to find it doesn't feel the same after losing your child?

     

    In this episode, we talk about the part of grief that no one talks about. I’ll share my own experience and walk you through why this happens, what it means, and how we can get through it. If you feel like you don’t even know who you are anymore - this one’s for you.

     

    🔗Links Mentioned in Episode:

    Sign up for my weekly emails

    Psychology Today article

    How Close is God in Your Grief? 4 Ways He Shows Us He's Near

    Rediscovering Who You Are After Losing Your Child

     

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    24 min
  • 59 | Simple Ways to Create a Peaceful, Joyful Summer

    Summer doesn’t have to be busy to be beautiful. In this episode, I’m sharing simple and practical ways to create a peaceful, joyful summer - even if life feels overwhelming.

    Let’s talk about how to slow down, be present in the little things, and choose joy in this season. You don’t have to do it all. 

    Let’s make space for what really matters.

    🔗Links Mentioned in Episode:

    The Power of Distractions in Your Grief Journey
    What are Your Priorities? How to Find Out AND How to Find Time For Them

     

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    20 min
  • 58 | It's Okay to Not be Okay. Tips on Making it Through Hard Days.

    Do you ever have those days where everything feels heavy and you're just trying to make it through the day? I see you friend.

    In this episode, I’m want to share some encouragement for you on these days that come in our grief. And give you some simple tips to help you keep going when you feel like giving up.

    If you're grieving, overwhelmed, or just tired, I want you to know - you’re not alone, and it’s okay to not be okay.

    Let’s walk through this together, one small step at a time.

    🔗Links Mentioned in Episode:

    Sign up for my newsletter

    How Close is God in Your Grief? 4 Ways He Shows Us He's Near
    3 Ways Walking Outside Can Play a Role in Your Healing Journey
    FREE Lifesaver Verse Download
    Griefshare Support Group
    While We’re Waiting Facebook Group

     

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    25 min
  • 57 | Just Starting Your Grief Journey? Here Are Some Tools & Resources That Will Help

    Grief can feel overwhelming when you’re just starting your journey, and you may be wondering where to begin. Are you feeling lost or unsure of how to take your first steps toward healing? 

    In this episode, I’m sharing 6 essential tools and resources that can help guide you through this difficult time and provide support along the way. Stay tuned to discover what could make a difference in your grief journey.

    🔗Links Mentioned in Episode:

    FREE January Scripture Calendar
    Sleeping After Child Loss: 5 Tips to Help You Fall Asleep After Losing Your Child
    Plant Therapy Essential Oils (aff link)
    3 Simple Ways to Create a Peaceful Home
    How my Lifesaver Verse Has Kept Me From Drowning in my Grief Journey
    FREE Lifesaver Verse Download
    The Power of Distractions in Your Grief Journey
    Struggling to Find a Grief Community? 3 Places You Can Look!
    How Close is God in Your Grief? 4 Ways He Shows Us He's Near

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    19 min
  • 56 | 4 Ways to Experience Joy After Loss During the Holiday Season

    The holiday season is so hard when you’re walking through the grief that comes with losing your child. 

    Just getting through this season seems hard enough. Thinking about feeling joy too? I know it seems impossible. 

    But that’s why I wanted to bring you this episode. To not only tell you it is possible to feel joy during this season, but also to give you 4 ways you can experience that joy this season. 

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    18 min

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