🌱 Have you ever experienced an "Invisible Loss"? These often-overlooked forms of grief can shape our lives in profound ways. In this episode of Grief 2 Growth, host Brian Smith sits down with acclaimed grief educator and best-selling author Christina Rasmussen to explore the powerful concept of "Invisible Loss."
Christina, who founded the Life Reentry process after the devastating loss of her husband to cancer, shares her insights into how these hidden griefs can keep us stuck in survival mode. Together, they delve into how to identify if you're caught in a "waiting room" of psychological stagnation and offer strategies to reconnect with your true, thriving self.
In this episode, you'll discover: ✨ What "Invisible Loss" really means and how it differs from traditional grief ✨ Techniques to break free from survival mode and embrace your authentic self ✨ How to confront the fear of the future and find hope ✨ The importance of recognizing and honoring all forms of grief, no matter how small
Whether you're new to the podcast or a loyal listener, this conversation will open your eyes to the impact of "Invisible Loss" and guide you towards healing. Don't forget to join our community at grief2growth.com/community to continue the discussion. Together, we can navigate this journey of growth through grief.
🎧 Listen now and start healing your Invisible Loss 🌟
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00:00 🌱 **What Is "Invisible Loss"?** - Brian introduces the concept of "Invisible Loss" and sets the stage for a deep dive into this often-overlooked form of grief.
02:45 🌟 **Meet Christina Rasmussen** - Learn about Christina’s journey from personal tragedy to becoming a leading grief educator and author.
04:17 💔 **The Unexpected Journey** - Christina shares the heart-wrenching story of losing her husband and how it led her to discover "Invisible Loss."
09:45 🤔 **Defining the "Waiting Room"** - Explore the metaphorical "waiting room" where many find themselves stuck after a loss, unable to move forward.
15:07 🧠 **The Brain and Grief** - Discover how brain science plays a crucial role in understanding and overcoming grief.
21:49 🕊️ **Is It Destiny?** - Brian and Christina discuss whether our life paths, including our losses, are predestined.
27:11 👁️ **Recognizing Invisible Losses** - Learn to identify the unacknowledged losses that might be holding you back from healing.
33:56 🛑 **Survival Mode: Are You Stuck?** - The dangers of staying in survival mode and how to recognize if you’re there.
38:35 🚪 **Stepping Out of the Waiting Room** - Christina offers strategies to slowly and safely exit the "waiting room" and reenter life.
45:51 😔 **Facing Shame and Rejection** - Christina opens up about a personal experience with rejection and its deep emotional impact.
53:54 🎭 **Understanding the Survivor, Watcher, and Thriver** - Dive into the three personas that shape how we handle grief and life challenges.
1:04:15 📚 **Healing Through Sharing** - The importance of expressing your "Invisible Loss" and finding support in community.
1:09:44 🐾 **All Losses Matter** - A discussion on why all forms of loss, including pet loss, deserve recognition and compassion.
1:12:30 🙏 **Final Thoughts & Where to Find Christina** - Wrapping up with Christina’s closing thoughts and how to connect with her work.
