A Wake-Up Call for Every Griever
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A Wake-Up Call for Every Griever
Episode Summary: In this powerful kickoff to Healing Starts with a Heart, Sharon Brubaker gets real about what it means to truly grieve. This episode introduces the unapologetic truth behind her upcoming book, Grieve That Sht*. Sharon shares the raw inspiration for the title, why she refuses to sugarcoat grief, and why it’s time for all grievers to stop hiding.
If you’ve ever felt suffocated by forced positivity, misunderstood by the people around you, or overwhelmed by the hidden layers of loss—this episode is for you. This is more than a conversation. It’s a declaration. It’s your permission to grieve loudly, deeply, and truthfully.
Key Points Discussed:
The story behind the bold title Grieve That Sht*
Why we need to stop hiding in our grief
The difference between grieving the person vs. grieving the secondary losses
The lies grievers are told by society—and why they don’t help
The world’s broken response to grief and how it adds to our pain
Sharon’s personal journey and the defining moment that sparked this movement
The true meaning of giving yourself permission to heal
What it means to grieve on your own terms
How the book and Sharon’s grief programs are transforming the healing process
Journal Questions for Reflection:
What “grief sh*t” have you been carrying that no one sees?
How has the world responded to your grief, and how did that make you feel?
In what ways have you felt pressure to “move on” before you were ready?
What would it look like for you to grieve truthfully and unapologetically?
Where do you still need to give yourself permission to heal?
Conclusion: This episode sets the tone for a new kind of grief healing journey—one rooted in truth, resilience, and radical permission. Sharon isn’t just writing a book. She’s starting a movement. One that says you no longer have to grieve in silence, put on a brave face, or make other people comfortable. You get to grieve this sh*t. All of it. Every last bit. Because that’s how healing starts—with a heart wide open.
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