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Hello beautiful souls! Personal loss during the holiday season can feel particularly poignant, a sentiment I know all too well from the loss of my mother. This episode, we are joined by Tara Wild, who shares her own heart-wrenching story of resilience following the mysterious disappearance of her husband during the COVID-19 pandemic. Together, we navigate the emotional labyrinth of grief, touching on how it can be transformed over time from a weight into a source of strength and hope. Tara's insights on choosing love over fear are not just theoretical but deeply personal, as she discusses the journey that led her to found the Luminous Heart Healing Collective.

This episode goes beyond personal stories, exploring the broader themes of community and healing through unconventional means like meditation and EFT tapping. We highlight the crucial importance of supporting those who are grieving by being present, creating new traditions, and finding moments of joy amid sorrow. Tara's book, "Snapshots of My Broken Heart," serves as a poignant reminder of the potential for growth that lies within pain, offering wisdom on how to embrace acceptance and forgiveness even when answers remain out of reach.

For those navigating the treacherous waters of grief, particularly with children, we delve into the importance of open conversations that are both honest and age-appropriate. By modeling emotional processing and providing tools like tapping, we can help children manage their grief effectively. Tara's work, both in her book and the Luminous Heart Healing Collective, inspires hope and connection, reinforcing the idea that by facing the extraordinary challenges of loss, we can uncover pathways to healing and a more meaningful existence.

0:00 Navigating Grief During the Holidays

4:13 Heart-Wrenching Disappearance and Search

11:13 Finding Healing Through Universal Loss

24:15 Embracing Acceptance, Forgiveness, and Possibility

32:24 Navigating Spiritual Awakening and Parenting

44:17 Choosing Love Over Fear in Grief

50:40 Open Conversations on Grief With Children

55:15 Connecting Through Loss and Healing

Tara's book:

Snapshots of My Broken Heart: How We Find Peace and Connection When We Choose To View Loss Through the Lens of Love.

https://a.co/d/3OMpMXB

Where to find Tara:
Website: www.tarawild.ca
Facebook Group: The Luminous Heart Healing Collective
Instagram: www.instagram.com/theluminoushearthealing

To get in touch with me:

enlightenandelevatewithkelly@gmail.com

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