Patrick Fox
Patrick Fox
142. Normalising Grief and Loss with Charlene Lam
142. Normalising Grief and Loss with Charlene Lam
142. Normalising Grief and Loss with Charlene Lam
Friday 29th March 2024
Patrick Fox and Charlene Lam discuss normalising grief, creating safe spaces, and embracing vulnerability in this insightful episode.
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53 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Understanding Grief: A Heartfelt Discussion with Charlene Lam
Episode Overview
- Explore the complexities of grief and the societal challenges in discussing emotions
- Learn about creating safe spaces and self-compassion in processing loss
- Understand the role of alcohol in coping mechanisms and the shift to internal emotional coping
- Embrace vulnerability and authenticity in acknowledging and expressing emotions
- Reflect on the importance of self-acceptance and letting go of harsh self-judgment
Give yourself permission to be human. All the expectations can be let go. Decide what is no longer needed in your emotional gym bag.
Who are you when alcohol is no longer a part of your life? This thought-provoking question sets the stage for a profound episode of The Alcohol ReThink Podcast, where host Patrick Fox sits down with grief coach Charlene Lam. Together, they tackle the often-avoided topic of grief and its significant role in our lives.
Charlene, who turned her personal loss into a mission to help others, shares insights on how to understand and navigate grief without relying on alcohol as a crutch. The episode dives deep into defining grief beyond just the loss of a loved one, exploring cumulative losses and what Charlene refers to as 'leaky grief'. Patrick and Charlene discuss the importance of creating safe spaces for grieving, allowing oneself to feel whatever comes up without judgment.
They also touch on different grieving styles and the societal pressures that often make us compare our grief to others. One key takeaway is the idea of doing a 'loss inventory'—taking stock of all the losses in your life to better understand your emotional landscape. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to embrace vulnerability and shift towards healthier coping mechanisms.
With a blend of empathy and practical advice, Patrick and Charlene offer a compassionate guide to navigating the complexities of grief while maintaining sobriety.