Transforming 45

Women and Grief: Creating Space for Healing with Lori Johnson S3E115

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In this deeply moving episode of Transforming 45, host Lisa sits down with educator, author, and grief advocate Lori Johnson to explore the transformative journey through grief, healing, and rediscovery. Lori vulnerably shares the story of losing her son, Robert, and how that life-altering experience shifted her from a mindset of doing to one of being.

Together, they discuss the importance of honoring loss, finding flow in life, and embracing the full spectrum of emotion that comes with grief—especially during midlife. Lori also introduces the Daisy App, a 24/7 resource hub created to support grieving women with empathy and immediacy.

From the healing power of writing to the necessity of community and connection, this conversation is a poignant reminder that grief is not linear—and joy can return.

🎧 Takeaways:

  • Being present is more healing than constant doing
  • Grief is a personal, nonlinear journey that shapes identity
  • Writing can unlock deep healing and reflection
  • Supportive spaces are essential for grieving women
  • Flow and presence help us reconnect to ourselves
  • The Daisy App offers real-time support and resources
  • Grief can resurface during life transitions like midlife
  • Women’s experiences of grief are layered and often silent
  • Community and conversation reduce stigma and isolation
  • It’s never too late to heal, honor, and grow

    • Chapters


    00:00 Introduction to Lori Johnson's Journey

    01:00 The Shift from Doing to Being

    04:45 Understanding Flow and Its Importance

    07:39 Life Events Leading to Transformation

    08:42 The Profound Impact of Grief

    12:05 Writing as a Healing Process

    15:35 Acknowledging Loss and Its Impact

    18:42 Honoring Robert: A Mother's Reflection

    22:50 The Journey Through Grief and Finding Joy

    27:54 The Transformation of Grief

    30:13 Creating Supportive Spaces for Grieving Women

    32:37 The Daisy App: A New Approach to Grief

    33:27 Grief at Different Life Stages

    36:28 The Intersection of Grief and Midlife Changes

    39:41 The Complexity of Women's Experiences

    41:55 Breaking the Silence: Women's Stories of Grief

    47:52 Building Community and Connection



    ✨ Whether you're navigating loss yourself or holding space for someone who is, this episode offers comfort, clarity, and hope.

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