Episode 320: Navigating Loss and Building Resilience

What does it mean to truly process loss and turn it into a source of growth? In this solo episode of The Other Side of Potential, Dr. Sharon Spano delves deep into the multifaceted experience of loss and the journey toward resilience. Considering recent natural disasters and global challenges, Dr. Spano provides a heartfelt exploration of the emotions that often accompany loss and how these can serve as opportunities for growth.

Dr. Spano unpacks the concept of survivor’s guilt, exploring its emotional complexity and the toll it can take if left unchecked. Drawing from personal experiences, Dr. Spano explains the shared nature of loss and the universal struggle to process it. She also shares actionable steps to cope with survivor’s guilt, including the importance of focusing on what you can control, limiting media exposure, and attending to self-care. 

This episode offers a roadmap for changing the weight of loss into a catalyst for resilience and personal growth. Tune in to this empowering conversation and learn to embrace loss as a pivotal step toward resilience and self-leadership. Tune in now!

What you’ll learn about in this episode:

• The shared and universal nature of loss and how survivor’s guilt manifests. 
• Dr. Spano's experiences with survivor’s guilt as a result of the recent hurricanes.
• Hear practical steps for coping with survivor’s guilt and emotional overwhelm.
• Explore why limiting media exposure is critical for mental well-being.
• Discover the important role of self-care in navigating loss and guilt.
• Insight into non-dual thinking as a way to reframe challenging events.
• Learn about the impacts of persistent feelings of sadness, anger, or self-blame.
• Advice for taking small, meaningful actions in the face of adversity.

Transcript: Here

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