From Devastating Loss to Divine Connection | Kim Otis on Finding Hope After Grief
**Have you ever wondered if your loved ones are truly gone—or if they’re still reaching out to you from beyond the veil? 👼✨**
In this deeply moving episode of *Grief 2 Growth*, host Brian D. Smith sits down with **Kim Otis**, a “shining light” mom who has lost not one, but two children—and found a powerful spiritual purpose through the pain.
Kim’s journey takes us from the sterile halls of a pediatric transplant center to the mystical moments of receiving messages from her son in spirit. She shares how her traditional religious upbringing was upended by grief, and how she reframed addiction, death, and faith through the lens of spiritual transformation. 🌌
💬 What You’ll Gain From This Episode:
* How Kim received **undeniable afterlife signs** from her son, Rob
* Why she calls it “fentanyl poisoning,” not an overdose—and why that matters
* A touching story of how smooth white stones became a symbol of spirit communication
* Insights into reconciling religious faith with spiritual experience
* Why Kim believes *any parent* can learn to connect with their child on the other side 🌠
Whether you're facing profound grief, questioning your beliefs, or seeking a sign that love truly never dies—this episode is a must-listen.
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00:00 🌱 Introduction – Planted, Not Buried
Brian opens with a powerful metaphor of transformation through grief and introduces Kim Hodous.
01:50 🙏 Meet Kim – A Journey Through Loss
Kim shares her heartbreaking story of losing Chelsea and Rob, and how grief ignited her spiritual awakening.
07:45 🕊️ Chelsea’s Passing & the White Stones
How a toddler’s death became the seed of Kim’s spiritual path—and the mysterious white stones that followed.
13:10 🎾 Rob’s Life – Tennis Pro, Entrepreneur, Spiritual Soul
We learn about Rob’s vibrant life, his struggles with substance use, and his deep impact on others.
20:05 💔 Fentanyl Poisoning vs. Overdose
Kim powerfully reframes the language around Rob’s death and breaks down the dangers of fentanyl.
26:33 📿 Religion, Spirituality & a Bigger God
Raised Christian, Kim shares how grief transformed her faith into a more expansive spiritual connection.
35:25 ✨ Spirit Signs – David’s White Stones & Chelsea Speaks
A church sermon unexpectedly delivers a direct message from Chelsea—and sets Kim on the path to happiness.
38:00 😇 Rob Returns – Spirit Communication Begins
Kim describes her first dream visitation from Rob and the soul mission he revealed to her.
45:45 💬 The System Rob Gave Her
How Rob guided Kim to help other grieving mothers connect with their children in spirit.
50:50 🔍 Breaking the Stigma Around Addiction
Kim reframes addiction as part of Rob’s soul journey and spiritual growth.
55::15 💡 Healing After Loss – A New Kind of Happiness
Kim explains how happiness and grief coexist—and how her story empowers others.
01:00:40 📘 The Book, the Course & Messages From Moms
Kim introduces her course, her upcoming book, and her mission to help others heal through connection.
01:03:30 🕯️ Final Reflections & A Message of Hope
Brian and Kim wrap up with words of comfort and the lasting impact of staying connected to our loved ones.
