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In this episode, Brian Smith welcomes Whitney Lynn Allen to "Grief to Growth" for a powerful discussion about transforming grief into growth. Whitney shares her journey from experiencing the tragic loss of her husband, Ryan, to becoming a beacon of hope as a certified grief educator and best-selling author.

Key Topics Discussed:
- Whitney's personal story of loss and how it reshaped her life and career.
- The challenges and transformations of becoming a grief educator.
- The impact of grief on personal identity and future aspirations.
- Insights from Whitney's book, "Running in Trauma Stilettos."

Featured Guest:
Whitney Lynn Allen, Certified Grief Educator and Author
- Learn more about Whitney and her work at [Whitney's Website](http://www.whitneylynnallen.com)
- Follow Whitney on Instagram: [@WhitneyLynnAllen](http://instagram.com/whitneylynnallen)

Join The Conversation:
https://grief2growth.circle.so/c/podcast-chat/bouncing-back-after-losing-a-spouse

Visit the Grief 2 Growth store for FREE items as well as other tools to help you along your journey:

• Guided Meditations
• My book GEMS of Healing (signed copy)
• My Oracle deck to help you connect with your loved ones
• Mini-courses
• Mini-guides
  
  

Check it out at https://grief2growth.com/store

Do near-death experiences inspire you? Are you moved by the research showing we are more than our bodies?

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What really happens when we die? And how can understanding near-death experiences transform the way we live?

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