Grief 2 Growth

🧭 Episode Overview In this powerful episode, Brian sits down with transformation coach Jocelyn Herman Saccio , who shares how to become unmessable with —a state of being where no trigger, obstacle, or stressor can shake your foundation. Jocelyn’s unique methodology, shaped by over 30 years of coaching and personal transformation, helps people move from “someday” dreams to TODAY breakthroughs. Whe...

What happens when you spend your whole life taking care of others—and forget who you are? In this deeply moving conversation, Brian Smith talks with Debbie Weiss, a woman who’s worn many hats: caregiver, business owner, author, and now, a voice of possibility and hope. Debbie shares her incredible journey of caring for her father, her neurodivergent son, and her husband through terminal illness an...

Episode Summary: How do you rebuild your life after profound loss? Caren Paskel was a thriving yoga studio owner when her world turned upside down—her husband, David, was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. As his caregiver, she faced overwhelming challenges, but instead of breaking, she transformed . In this episode, Caren shares how she turned personal tragedy into a mission of empowerment, he...

What does it mean to truly live when faced with a terminal diagnosis? In this powerful episode, Dr. Wendy Slattery shares her remarkable journey from growing up on a North Dakota farm in the 1950s to becoming a top infectious disease doctor—only to have her career cut short by a cancer diagnosis. Joined by her daughter Jenny, Wendy reveals how she turned to storytelling as a way to leave a legacy,...

🕊️ What if you could accompany a loved one partway to heaven? Would it change the way you see life, death, and everything in between? In this unforgettable episode of Grief 2 Growth , Emmy Award-winning journalist Sue Pearson shares her shared death experience (SDE) with her father, a moment that completely transformed her understanding of the afterlife. Sue also opens up about: ✅ The mystical ex...

What if music could heal your soul? What if a simple breathing technique could bring you deep peace? In this episode of Grief 2 Growth , I sit down with the incredible Akikazu Nakamura , a world-renowned shakuhachi (Japanese bamboo flute) master. Aki’s journey is remarkable—he left the structured world of quantum chemistry to embrace the boundless power of music, meditation, and the ancient Japane...

💡 Episode Summary: Do you ever wonder if you have a guardian angel watching over you? In this episode, Brian Smith sits down with Nancy Yearout —an angel medium, author, and spiritual mentor—to explore the power of angelic guidance, spiritual laws, and how YOU can connect with your angels today. Nancy shares her journey from real estate broker to spiritual teacher, the profound messages she recei...

In this episode of Grief 2 Growth , I sit down with David Hulse , a kindred soul whose journey closely mirrors my own—a shift from fear-based religion to love-centered spirituality . As a spiritual guide, teacher, and founder of the Academy for Spiritual Awakening , David has dedicated his life to helping others release limiting beliefs and awaken to a more expansive, compassionate faith. From his...

In this heartfelt episode of Grief 2 Growth , host Brian Smith sits down with Jessica Fein , author of Breathtaking: A Memoir of Family, Dreams, and Broken Genes , and host of I Don’t Know How You Do It . Jessica shares her journey of love, loss, and finding joy amidst heartbreak—especially after losing her beloved daughter, Dahlia, to a rare disease. 💜 ✨ In this episode, we explore: 🔹 The insp...

🕊️ What if you could accompany a loved one partway to heaven? Would it change the way you see life, death, and everything in between? In this unforgettable episode of Grief 2 Growth , Emmy Award-winning journalist Sue Pearson shares her shared death experience (SDE) with her father, a moment that completely transformed her understanding of the afterlife. Sue also opens up about: ✅ The mystical ex...

In this episode of Grief 2 Growth , host Brian Smith is joined by filmmaker Max Rissman , whose debut feature film, Upon Waking , takes viewers on an emotional journey through near-death and shared-death experiences. The film explores themes of forgiveness, family dynamics, and the transformative power of love and healing. Max opens up about his creative process, the challenges of making an indepe...

Episode Summary What if the afterlife isn’t a mystery, but a space we can explore to find healing, clarity, and purpose? In this transformative episode, host Brian Smith welcomes Regan Forston , clinical hypnotherapist and former board member of the Michael Newton Institute. Regan has guided hundreds of clients through life-between-lives sessions, offering profound insights into the afterlife, rei...

In this heartfelt episode of Grief 2 Growth , Brian Smith is joined by the remarkable Mary D’Agostino , a professional intuitive, spiritual counselor, psychic medium, and author. Mary shares her personal journey through love, loss, and spiritual awakening following the passing of her beloved son, Brandon. From profound visions to a shared death experience, Mary provides insight into how grief can...

In this profound and heartfelt episode, Brian Smith welcomes Eileen Santos Rosete—author, grief educator, and certified postpartum doula—whose groundbreaking work is changing the way we view and support those navigating pregnancy and infant loss. Eileen shares her deeply personal journey of loss and healing, offering insights into the physical and emotional realities of postpartum after pregnancy...

In this episode of Grief 2 Growth , host Brian Smith and Dr. Susan Plunket explore the fascinating world of Jungian psychology and the paranormal. Together, they explore the mysteries of consciousness, life between lives, and transcendent experiences that reveal the profound truth of our infinite nature. Dr. Plunkett, a renowned Jungian psychologist and author, shares her incredible journey into u...

🌟 Episode Summary: In this deeply moving episode of Grief 2 Growth , host Brian Smith sits down with Dolores Cruz and Allison Alison , two inspiring mothers who have transformed unimaginable loss into profound healing. Both are contributors to the book Shining Light Parents Speak , a collection of stories from parents who’ve found hope and connection after losing a child. Dolores shares her journ...

Episode Summary : In this powerful episode, Brian Smith welcomes internationally renowned musician, author, and sound healer Jeralyn Glass , who shares her deeply moving story of loss, healing, and transformation. After the sudden passing of her only child, Dylan, Jeralyn turned to the healing power of crystal alchemy singing bowls , blending her expertise in music with the transformative science...

What happens when life delivers blow after blow, taking everything you hold dear? Dr. Kimberly Harms knows this all too well. After losing her son to suicide, her husband to illness, her mother to tragedy, and even her career, Kimberly could have stayed in the depths of despair. Instead, she clawed out of the grief pit, finding purpose, resilience, and joy. In this deeply moving episode, Kimberly...

In this extraordinary episode of Grief 2 Growth , host Brian Smith sits down with Laura Hirsch , an author, advocate, and mother who has navigated unimaginable challenges with resilience and grace. Laura’s life changed forever when her son, Trevor, was diagnosed with regressive autism and became nonverbal. But Trevor's story is anything but typical. Through a revolutionary technique called Sp...

What if the challenges we face today are not the end, but the beginning of something extraordinary? In this groundbreaking episode of Grief 2 Growth , host Brian Smith sits down with Raphael Garcia, a near-death experiencer and visionary who offers profound insights into humanity’s path to ascension. Raphael explains how the 2024 U.S. election marks a turning point in the collapse of old systems,...

Gina Gayle Gray is a seasoned emotional health coach, counselor, and Oracle, whose life was profoundly transformed after the loss of her 23-year-old son, Spencer. Spencer, who never spoke a word in his physical life, taught Gina the extraordinary power of listening to the silence—a lesson that has shaped her life and work.  Gina now channels her experiences into helping others heal emotional wound...

Preserving Legacy Through Loss: Matt Jacobson’s Journey with LifeBooks Episode Summary: In this deeply moving episode of Grief to Growth, host Brian Smith speaks with Matt Jacobson, founder of LifeBooks, a platform born from love and a commitment to honoring family legacies. After losing his father while studying abroad, Matt returned to run his family’s mattress store. His experience inspired him...

In this powerful episode of Grief 2 Growth , host Brian Smith sits down with Summer McStravick, a renowned personal growth coach, author, and the creator of Flowdreaming—a transformative practice that merges daydreaming with emotional reconditioning to help individuals manifest and thrive. Summer’s unique journey includes her inspiring work with Louise Hay and her personal battle with a life-threa...

In this heart-opening episode, host Brian Smith is joined by Rev. Katina Z. Jones—spiritual advisor, medium, and “The Purple Priestess”—to discuss the art of connecting with loved ones who have passed and embracing spirituality as a path to healing. Rev. Katina draws on her background as a death doula and intuitive guide to offer insights into finding peace, purpose, and connection amid loss. With...

In this enlightening episode of Grief 2 Growth , host Brian Smith welcomes Cheryl Murphy , an evidential medium, psychic, and certified hypnotherapist, to explore the profound impact of spirit communication on healing and personal growth. Cheryl, with over 20 years of experience in metaphysics, shares how connecting with loved ones in spirit can be a powerful tool for healing grief and offers prac...