The Beautiful Side of Grief Helen Morris

Have you been through something so life-altering that your passion is to now live as authentic & true to yourself as possible? If so, you are going to love this week's guest, Sydney Decker.
Sydney had been experiencing depression, anxiety, agoraphobia and also turbulent thoughts similar to her dad, well before he tragically took his own when she was just 20 years old. It was this event that became the catalyst for unbelievable and heart-warming change in her life. Yet, it wasn't an easy path... Sydney, like all of us had to first come to terms with her shadow-self - the parts we like to keep hidden, even from ourselves... Our inner demons.
Sydney takes us through the experience of being so finely connected with her dad that after his death she picks up the healing that he led her to but couldn't do for himself... which is what breaks her heart open. We delve into that, Ayurveda, the inner child, shadow work, and her book, Cleanse Your Energy. This is a powerful and enlightening episode!
 
 
Sydney's Bio
Sydney Decker is a brilliant and passionate Ayurveda Health Counselor, Intuitive Healer, and Lightworker. Dedicated to empowering and uplifting women, Sydney's divine purpose is to guide others towards embracing their truth and living a life of body positivity and emotional well-being. With her profound understanding of the mind-body connection, Sydney supports women in releasing emotional and mental weight that may be holding them back from experiencing true joy. Through her intuitive healing practices, she helps her clients uncover their authentic selves and step into their full power. Sydney's journey into the world of Ayurveda and intuitive healing began early in life when she realized her innate ability to perceive and assist others in their healing processes. Inspired by her own challenges with body image, Sydney became determined to transform her own relationship with her mind & body and help others do the same. As an accomplished Ayurveda Health Counselor, Sydney expertly combines the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda with her intuitive healing gifts. She offers personalized solutions that address not only physical well-being but also emotional, mental, and spiritual balance. Her clients find solace in her compassionate and non-judgmental approach as she gently guides them towards self-acceptance and body positivity. Sydney's work goes beyond traditional healing methods by incorporating her intuitive insights as a Lightworker. Her ability to tap into the universal energy allows her to offer unique and tailored guidance to her clients. She provides a safe space where women can explore their truth and unlock their untapped potential. Sydney Decker's mission is clear—to create a world where women feel empowered, liberated, and confident in their own bodies. With her unwavering commitment to helping others, Sydney shines as a beacon of light and hope for all those seeking to embrace their true selves. She is also a Podcast Host and Author of Cleanse Your Energy now available on Amazon.
 
Quote:
"Once you start to get in tune with being thankful and grateful, even for the negative, horrible things,  they shift and they change, too." ~ Sydney Decker
 
 
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Sydney's links:
Website:    www.innerelementwellness.com
IG:            @innerelementwellness, @sydderella
5 Day Mini-Gratitude Course: www.innerelementwellness.com
Cleanse Your Energy Book: https://www.amazon.com/Cleanse-Your-Energy-Practical-Hygiene/dp/B0C91RTZTD/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V29WQG98OXY5&keywords=Cleanse+Your+Energy&qid=1690381772&sprefix=cleanse+your+energy%2Caps%2C338&sr=8-1
 
Cleanse Your Energy Journal: https://www.amazon.com/Cleanse-Your-Energy-Journal-Transform/dp/B0CMY5SJ7S/ref=sr_1_1?crid=19VVZMM3R3C9F&keywords=cleanse+your+energy+journal&qid=1703183243&sprefix=Cleanse+Your+Energy+j%2Caps%2C377&sr=8-1
 
 
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Today I am talking to a young guy, John Kimble, who really ventured on the wrong side of life. He wanted to be a gangsta, he had no remorse around the things he did, he robbed houses, sold drugs, had addictions, had attempted suicide a couple of times, had multiple felonies and eventually ended up in a psych ward diagnosed as a sociopath. That's some heavy stuff to go through. Yet, he makes no excuses. He has turned that all around to now having his own fitness centre KimbleFit - and now helps others of all ages find the life they want - through the same means he helped himself.
 
This is an inspirational conversation of overcoming the self. To pause, center yourself, and reflect on who you are and where you want to head. It's about looking within and at your mindset. We go to grassroot levels of commitment, discipline, and being accountable... incredible wisdom from someone who is just 18 years of age!
 
And a heads up, we briefly touch on the theme of suicide ideation and what you can do around that.
 
John's Bio
From psych ward and felonies to fitness trainer and life coach. Coming out to be CEO of KimbleFit, online personal trainer, life coach, and former amateur boxer. Going around helping people heal with their vices, addictions, fitness, nutrition, and mindset, just as he did himself.
 
Quote:
"The only thing that really helped me was truly being honest and accountable for my internal feelings, what I was feeling." ~ John Kimble
 
 
Resources:
 
John's links:
Website:    https://www.kimblefit.com
IG:            https://www.instagram.com/kimble_fit?igshid=ZGNjOWZkYTE3MQ==
 
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YouTube:    https://www.youtube.com/@thebeautifulsideofgrief
 
Want to check out A Letter of Hope & Aroha (aLoHA)? View on this link
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And heartfelt Thanks to Gabe Dovaston for the music!
 

Sometimes we can just be too close to a situation. We don't want to see what is right in front of us. This was true for Rev. Jocelyn when she was facing her beloved father's battle with Alzheimer's. She initially didn't want to see her strong, capable, and loving dad was having issues with memory loss right before her eyes. When she did face it, however, she decided that she was going to her best, along with her brother, to find the happy moments and memories in this journey, as well as supporting their mum, who was his primary caregiver.
 
This is a great conversation about being human, and being vulnerable, even when you supposedly have all the tools, knowledge, and expertise, as Jocelyn does in the field of trauma and grief. It highlights how you can bring joy into a situation that seems overwhelming. How you can also use these opportunities to ask all those questions you've always wanted to know the answers to. This is also a wonderful conversation around caregiving and how to support your loved ones in that role. Enjoy!
 
 
Jocelyn's Bio
Jocelyn is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur. Jocelyn's background as a journalist, executive director of a nonprofit, and community leader allows her to connect with people from all walks of life. She received her bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa in journalism. After receiving her B.A., she earned her master's degree in social work and her master's degree in theological studies. Jocelyn published her first book in 2019, called Breaking the Power of the Mask.
Jocelyn is an ordained minister and the President of Faith on the Journey, a Christian Counseling company specializing in grief and trauma. She is a Master Facilitator with the Trauma Healing Institute and the founder of the Women in the Ministry which helps women to start, grow, and sustain transformative ministries that change the world.
 
Quote:
"The beautiful side of grief is that there's certain memories that we have with our loved ones that bring us tremendous joy." ~ Rev. Jocelyn Jones
 
 
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Jocelyn's links:
Website:       https://www.jocelynjjones.com
Facebook:     https://www.facebook.com/connectwithJocelyn/
IG:               https://www.instagram.com/jocelynjjones/
LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/jocelyn-j-jones/
FREE Grief Resource:  https://faithonthejourney.org/grief
 
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Want to check out A Letter of Hope & Aroha (aLoHA)? View on this link
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In this episode I have the privilege of talking to a very beautiful soul, Nathalie Himmelrich, around some very sensitive and confronting topics.  Nathalie is a passionate writer, holistic counsellor, coach, woman & mother. Her areas of specialty are relationships, grief, and trauma, with a passion to help people find their inspiration for healthy grieving. Nathalie knows this topic well through the insights gained from her own traumatic experiences around grief. We explore the tough decisions she had to make for her sick child in utero, and subsequent passing. Dealing with her mum's depression and her death shortly after the birth of her twins. The difference between active and passive grief, and how we have been textured by our grief through our experiences, beliefs, and understandings. We also take a look at modelling our grief and the ever-changing nature of it.
 
This is a very rich conversation, peppered with personal insights, that allows you to sit comfortably with your grief, in whatever form that may take. These are areas of grief we don't typically speak about, so I am grateful for Nathalie sharing so much invaluable information around bridging these gaps.
 
Following this conversation I had the privilege of sharing my own story on Nathalie's podcast How to deal with Grief and Trauma. You can find the link to this in the links below.
 
Nathalie's Bio
Nathalie Himmelrich is a published author, holistic therapist, and coach. As a therapist, she specializes in helping both men and women navigate relationships, and in supporting individuals dealing with trauma, traumatic losses, and those experiencing grief. As an author, she has written numerous grief resource books. As a public speaker, she presents at international conferences and workshops. She has written 6 grief resource books and numerous articles on the topics of grief and trauma. She is also the host of the podcast How to Deal with Grief and Trauma.
 
Quote:
"But in all of those losses, the one variable is yourself. And that is, how have you been textured by grief in your life?." ~ Nathalie Himmelrich
 
 
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Nathalie's links:
Website:    https://nathaliehimmelrich.com/  
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/NathalieHimmelrich
IG:               https://www.instagram.com/mymissbliss/
Twitter:      https://twitter.com/nhimmelrich
LinkedIn:    https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaliehimmelrich/
YouTube:   www.youtube.com/NathalieHimmelrich
 
Nathalie interviewing me: https://nathaliehimmelrich.com/68-helen-morris-the-beautiful-side-of-grief/
 
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YouTube:    https://www.youtube.com/@thebeautifulsideofgrief
 
Want to check out A Letter of Hope & Aroha (aLoHA)? View on this link
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What would you do if you were facing a life-ending diagnosis at 46? Would you just hunker down and do the best you can? Or would you step outside conventional medicine and thoughts and do whatever it takes?
 
The latter is what my guest, Ian Clark, did. Facing bankruptcy at the same time as his greatest health challenge, with eight children he didn't want to leave, he used his research skills to get rid of his 'incurable' cancer. This research also led him into groundbreaking areas, including advanced information on how to literally stop the body from aging, and how to self heal all injuries while correcting structural adhesions and distortions.
 
This is a fascinating conversation that is sure to get you thinking... and you may never look at your health the same way again!
 
 
Ian's Bio
At 46 years old, I watched my life turn from bad to good. I fell in love with nature and watched it turn my life completely. Now, I am 65 years and I feel healthier than ever. Click the link below to watch my story and hope it inspires someone today!
 
Quote:
"And I thought, why are they losing their health? Is it just because they're older? Or is there something else?" ~ Ian Clark
 
 
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Ian's links:
Website:   https://shop.activationproducts.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IanClarkActivation
IG:           https://www.instagram.com/ianclarkactivated/
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianmclark/
Product Link (please note this is an affiliate link): 
                https://tracking.activationproducts.com/JRB5LX6S/2D8SMTT/
 
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YouTube:    https://www.youtube.com/@thebeautifulsideofgrief
 
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My guest on this episode, Kim Peacock, is a courageous mum who witnessed the horrific accident of her eldest child just after Christmas in 1998. She had to find a way to make sense of this and go on for her remaining children and husband. - so how do you grieve a child and still manage to live fully for the rest of your famiy? Somehow Kim found a way. Amidst the heartbreak she began to find hope - and to realize that grief and joy can co-exist.
 
Kim will also take us through her book Victorious Heart - Finding Hope and Healing after a Devastating Loss.
 
Kim is a wife, mom, writer, speaker, grief mentor, author and CFO of the Construction Company they own. Her blog, Wild Victorious Heart, has been a huge encouragement to others during their life-altering loss of a loved one.
 
 
Kim's Bio
When tragedy struck our family right after Christmas in 1998, it was a loss so deep I believed I would not survive. We witnessed the accident that took our daughter Nicole's earthly life. That event rocked the very foundation of my beliefs and my world. I had to find a way to grieve and still live life fully. After struggling in grief -feeling isolated and hopeless - I found hope and healing. I came to realize that grief and joy can co-exist. I became determined to find purpose in my pain and help others who were struggling with the deep sorrow of losing a loved one. My book "Victorious Heart: Finding Hope and Healing after a Devastating Loss" provides useful advice, guidance, and support for those in the midst of grieving.
 
Quote:
"...and that's what happens in our lives, even in grief, spring comes." ~ Kim Peacock
 
 
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Kim's links:
Website:    https://www.wildvictoriousheart.com/
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kimpeacockvictoriousheart
IG:            https://www.instagram.com/victoriousheart/
Book:        https://www.wildvictoriousheart.com/books 
 
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Website:     https://thebeautifulsideofgrief.com
YouTube:    https://www.youtube.com/@thebeautifulsideofgrief
 
Want to check out A Letter of Hope & Aroha (aLoHA)? View on this link
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