Grief, Unfiltered: A Conversation about Loss with Nicole Sciacca

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This week, Amanda is joined by the incredible Nicole Sciacca, a yoga teacher, mobility specialist (FRCms)(FRAs), KINSTRETCH instructor, professional dancer, SHOCK AND YALL podcast host, and so much more. 

In this episode, Nicole vulnerably discusses her grief journey after the sudden loss of her partner, Matt.  She shares deep wisdom about realistically moving through the grief journey, including: finding comfort in signs and mediums, connecting with her partner's energy, and parenting through grief. Nicole also discusses dealing with anger and rage, bringing joy into her life, and navigating grief advice.


Takeaways


Find comfort in signs and mediums to connect with loved ones who have passed away.
Grief is a nonlinear process, and it's important to allow yourself to feel and express all emotions.
Celebrate the life of your loved one and find joy in the midst of grief. 
Don't let others dictate how you should grieve; everyone's journey is unique.
Be mindful of grief groupies and set boundaries to protect your own healing process. Grief is a complex and individual process that can involve a range of emotions and experiences.
Finding meaning and connection after loss can help in the healing process.
There are various ways to communicate with loved ones who have passed away, such as asking for signs or using mediums.
It is important to seek support and connect with others who have experienced similar loss.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
02:43 Nicole's Journey of Grief
08:34 Finding Comfort in Signs and Mediums
15:36 Connecting with Matt's Energy
23:52 Parenting Through Grief
27:58 Dealing with Anger and Rage
30:57 Bringing Joy and Alchemizing Grief
33:34 Navigating Grief Advice
37:43 Dealing with Grief Groupies
38:26 Matt's Message: Death is Not That Serious
40:18 Where to Find Nicole
10:00 The Process of Grief
20:00 Finding Meaning and Connection
30:00 Communicating with Loved Ones
40:00 Conclusion and Recommendations
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