Keisha Blair has the wisdom of a woman who became a widow at an extremely young age.
Keisha, an up-and-coming career woman, found herself with small children and many decisions to make about her life, career, raising her children, and finding purpose again.
On this heartfelt episode of Grief 2 Growth, host Brian Smith welcomes Keisha Blair, a remarkable strength and resilience woman who turned her profound loss into a platform for growth and purpose.
Enduring the tragic loss of her husband at a young age while navigating life with small children at home, Keisha's story is a testament to the power of the human spirit when faced with unimaginable adversity. Her journey from despair to finding hope and purpose will inspire and resonate with listeners navigating their own struggles.
Keisha generously shares her experiences and insights, from the immediate grief of loss to the process of healing and rebuilding. Her wisdom, earned through her challenging journey, is a beacon of light for anyone wrestling with pain and grief.
Join Brian and Keisha in a profoundly moving conversation that explores the hard truths about grief and how it can shape our lives. As Keisha opens up about her experience, she offers practical tips and sage advice on coping with loss, nurturing resilience, and finding purpose amidst unimaginable pain.
Through her resilience and strength, Keisha transforms her personal tragedy into an inspiring narrative of hope and transformation. Deeply impressed by Keisha's courage and grace, Brian facilitates an empathetic and impactful dialogue that explores the intersection of grief, resilience, and growth.
This episode is a testament to our capacity to transform life's greatest tragedies into stepping stones for growth and purpose. Dive into this inspiring conversation and come away with newfound perspectives on grief, resilience, and the transformative power inherent in each of us.
00:00 Introduction
02:45 Keisha Blair and the tragic death that inspired her
04:10 Inspiration behind the holistic wealth movement
09:55 How to channel your grief
17:17 What are the contributing factors to Black healthcare outcomes?
21:28 The importance of aligning your values and purpose
26:19 Do a cost-benefits analysis
33:40 What is money trauma, and why does it happen?
38:26 How grief can ignite past traumas
41:36 How to build financial resilience and why it was critical for Keisha
48:47 Taking a sabbatical can make an event transformative
53:22 Why resilience is needed
59:08 Believing we have a purpose helps us achieve more
