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Oct 2024
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Grief, Loss, and Post-Traumatic Growth

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Why do we shy away from discussing the very thing that connects us all—loss? Krista St-Germain, certified grief coach and the host of The Widowed Mom podcast joins Sarah this week to talk about exactly that. Through her own journey of healing, she has become passionate about helping others reclaim joy and purpose after loss. Krista now specializes in working with widowed moms and anyone struggling with grief, guiding them to move forward in a healthy and empowered way.

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