#addictionrecovery #griefandloss #faith In this deeply moving episode of The Sober Fix Podcast, Drew sits down with Marcia Earhart, a certified grief, trauma, and mental health coach, to explore the life-altering impact of grief, loss, and the path to true healing.Marcia shares her powerful personal story—from growing up in Raleigh, North Carolina, to experiencing profound early grief, and later surviving the unimaginable loss of both of her sons. Through faith, community, and intentional healing, Marcia reveals how unresolved grief doesn’t disappear—it gets trapped in the body, often showing up as anxiety, depression, addiction, and mental health crises.This episode dives deep into:How grief affects identity and self-worthThe connection between grief and addictionWhy “time doesn’t heal” without intentional actionThe role of faith, spirituality, and community in recoveryTurning pain into purpose and trauma into transformationMarcia also introduces The Sterling Rose Sanctuary, a unique healing initiative designed to help individuals process trauma, face grief head-on, and reconnect with who they were created to be.If you’re struggling with grief, trauma, addiction recovery, mental health, or loss—or you love someone who is—this conversation offers truth, hope, and practical wisdom for moving forward without minimizing your pain.👉 You were not meant to heal alone.🧠 Key Takeaways from This EpisodeGrief should not define you—it can redefine youAvoiding grief can lead to addiction and emotional collapseHealing requires intentionality, not just timeCommunity is essential for recovery and mental healthPain can be transformed into purpose💬 Powerful Quotes“Grief gets trapped in the body.”“Time will not heal you.”“You were created for community.”⏱️ Chapters00:00 Introduction to Marcia Earhart01:28 Childhood and Early Losses03:56 The Impact of Grief on Identity08:06 Faith and Healing12:19 The Loss of Marcia’s Sons18:05 The Battle of the Mind20:51 Mental Health & Healing Barriers24:15 The Sterling Rose Sanctuary26:42 Navigating Anger and Grief31:42 Creating a Healing Space40:14 Turning Pain into Purpose42:40 Beginning a Spiritual Healing Journey🌹 Guest Resources: Marcia Earhart Learn more about Marcia Earhart and The Sterling Rose Sanctuary, a healing space dedicated to grief recovery, trauma healing, faith-based restoration, and emotional renewal. 🌐 Website:👉 https://www.thesterlingrosesanctuary.us/ 📘 Facebook:👉 https://www.facebook.com/TSRS21 📸 Instagram:👉 https://www.instagram.com/thesterlingrosesanctuary/ 💼 LinkedIn:👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcia-earhart-the-sterling-rose-sanctuary-943a8410b/ 🧭 Sober Coaching ResourceLooking for support in sobriety, recovery, or creative growth?Sober Coaching with Josh Woll👉 https://reset.thesobercreative.com/🎁 All Sober Fix listeners get 30% OFFUse code: SOBERFIX📲 Connect with The Sober Fix Podcast🌐 Website: https://www.thesoberfixpodcast.com🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesoberfix📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesoberfixpodcast📧 Email: thesoberfixpodcast@gmail.com📣 Want to share your story?If you’ve walked through addiction, recovery, grief, trauma, or transformation—and want to help others by telling your story—reach out. We’d love to have you on the podcast.
