The Reinvention Lab: Where Ambitious Women Transform Loss into Legacy

I'm diving into a topic that many of us face, but few discuss: navigating grief while balancing your drive for success. Whether you are a CEO, an entrepreneur, or a rising star in your field, loss doesn't discriminate. But when grief strikes, would you benefit most from engaging the services of a coach or a therapist to help you keep moving forward?     As high achievers, we're used to having a st...

Friends are the family we choose for ourselves. But what happens when grief forces us to let go? Friendships ending during the dark days of grief is one of the biggest challenges. However, when we can honor these friendships, challenging times become easier.     Tune in this week as we dive into an often-overlooked aspect of grief: losing friendships. I explore how to honor the friendships that ha...

How does grief change you? More importantly, how can you harness that change for personal growth? Whether we look at ourselves personally or professionally, our grief journeys shape who we become.      Tune in this week to discover the impact of grief on your overall well-being, the various elements that shape your grief experience, and for some perspective the societal pressures we experience whi...

Summer is supposed to be a time of joy and connection. However, when you're grieving, summer feels like an endless stretch of emotional triggers and social pressures. But what if it's possible to honor your loved one's memory while still enjoying the beauty of this season? This episode is all about navigating summer grief with resilience instead of guilt.     Tune in this week to discover how to n...

Have you ever felt jealous while scrolling through social media and seeing friends enjoying time with their parents and other relationships you've lost along the journey of your life? Well, you're not alone. Post-loss jealousy is surprisingly common, and I've got some practical tools for managing the pain of post-loss jealousy.     Tune in this week to discover how to ease the intense emotions of...

Grief brings with it challenging times and dark days. The hardest part of grief is dealing with the triggers that leave us feeling hopeless and overwhelmed, and sometimes, we even mask these other emotions with anger and rage about how our life has turned out. This is where the dark days come from. But what if embracing these dark days and understanding your anger is the key to healing?      Tune...

Is divorce the same as grieving a death? Many people compare going through a divorce to grieving the death of a loved one. But when someone makes this comparison, it's normal to feel like they're discounting your experience of grieving your departed loved ones, so I'm exploring this complex topic on today's show and giving you some much-needed perspective during this difficult time.     Grief and...

"Who am I now?" This is a common question after experiencing a significant loss. Losing a loved one leaves us asking profound questions about our identity, purpose, and how to move forward. Rediscovering yourself after loss is one of life's biggest challenges, so let's tackle it together.     Tune in this week to gain a sense of clarity around the identity crisis that comes after losing someone cl...

Have personal setbacks or tragic circumstances affected your career? Grief throws us many curveballs, and trying to maintain professionalism and keep up in your career can be incredibly difficult when dealing with the loss of a loved one. But now is the time to reclaim your power and influence in the professional world either while you're grieving, or after recovering from loss.     Tune in this w...

I took my own journals and created a part-memoir, part-self-help book, which I recently published as my first book. So, in this episode, I share my journaling journey, to hopefully inspire you to see the impact you and your journal could have on someone else's life.     Tune in this week to discover a new perspective on writing as a therapeutic exercise, how writing saved me from self-destruction,...

In the silence that remains after you lose someone close to you, the personal belongings they leave behind speak the loudest. How could decluttering these possessions transform your experience of grief? I believe there is comfort and clarity to be gained from decluttering not only your physical space, but your mental space as well.     Tune in this week to explore the journey of bereavement declut...

This episode is for the leaders out there. You have targets, deadlines, and responsibilities you need to meet, but what happens when you feel the heavy burden of grief weighing you down?   Tune in this week to discover how to be a truly great leader, even in the face of grief. I show you the clear correlation between leadership, emotional intelligence, and grief handling, and you'll learn practica...

Journaling is a practice as old as writing itself and it has evolved into a powerful tool for mindfulness, self-reflection, and goal-setting. There's something truly holistic about getting your thoughts down on paper and seeing them take shape in the world around you. So, how can you harness the power of journaling on your grief journey?   Tune in this week to discover a transformational coping to...

Why does it seem like even the strongest women feel lonelier than men? Behind the mask of success lies a silent struggle. The significant post-pandemic surge in loneliness experienced by high-achieving women often goes unaddressed, so it's time to shine a light on this aspect of mental health and learn about the intersection of grief and loneliness.   Today, we explore together the experience of h...

Have you ever wondered if it's possible for your grief to end? Can you find peace after loss? These are things that everyone wonders as they navigate grief, and this week, I'm answering questions just like this from people who, like you, are deep in the emotions of grieving. You'll learn three tips about grief that my clients find massively helpful in bringing a little more ease and lightness to t...

Grief is a complex experience encompassing a range of emotions and challenges. But between the sorrow and pain, there's another layer to the grieving process that's often misunderstood: rejection. It's time to discover the secret power of rejection when you're grieving.    Tune in this week to learn why rejection could be your ticket to growth and transformation in grief. I share how rejection imp...

Grief brings up complicated and uncomfortable emotions. Anger is often one of the most misunderstood emotions you'll need to deal with, and navigating it can be a real challenge. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone, and this episode is here to help you acknowledge and process the anger you're feeling.   Tune in this week to discover why it's okay to be angry in the face of loss. I share why...

Do you feel like you have a responsibility to be strong, even when you're grieving? As high-achieving women, we often find ourselves navigating life's challenges with determination and drive. But when grief strikes even the most driven, powerful women, it can feel impossible to move forward.   Tune in this week to discover the lessons I learned from the book Resilient Grieving . I share how to har...

If you're someone who sets high standards for themselves, even during the grieving process, this episode is for you. Constantly striving for perfection may serve you in some areas of your life, but what does excellence actually look like during the grieving process?   Tune in this week to discover what toxic perfectionism looks like during grief and how it's fueling your negative thoughts. You'll...

Your brain might currently be full of thoughts about why this loss is happened to you, wondering how you can possibly move on from this. I used to believe we needed to react to the stress of grief, but the truth is, your brain needs to adjust to your loss, and what I'm sharing today will help you get there.   Tune in this week to discover what's going on in your brain during the grieving process....

Holding onto anger and resentment in grief can feel like a badge of honor, a way to protect ourselves from further hurt. But what if letting go of bitterness and anger isn't weak, but a way to unlock true healing and growth?    Tune in this week to learn why forgiveness could be the key to starting to heal from the emotional pain of grief. I'm discussing some common misconceptions about forgivenes...

Have you ever felt a deep sense of sadness for someone who is still alive? Ambiguous loss brings up a kind of unspoken grief that is particularly complex. When you get hit by a sense of loss without resolution, how can you understand your complicated emotions during this difficult time?   Tune in this week to discover why grief doesn't only occur after the death of a loved one. I'm sharing how amb...

The heartache we experience when we lose multiple people in our lives is extreme. Grieving multiple losses is a tough situation to deal with, so if the unexpected weight of grief is piling up with each loss and you're not sure what to do next, this episode is for you.   Tune in this week to ease some of the pressure of grieving multiple losses. I'm sharing coping tools that will help you heal thro...

Do you remember your first experience of grief in your life? How has the emotional storm of loss changed you as a person?    Tune in this week to discover the unique growth and intention that is available when we really tune into our experience of loss, and you'll learn how to use the transformative power of grief as a catalyst for living a more meaningful future.   Get full show notes and more in...

How can you cope with milestones when they're marked by the absence of a loved one? And how can you truly celebrate someone's life without feeling like you're betraying them?    Milestones like birthdays and anniversaries can be especially challenging while deep in the throes of grief. Tune in this week to discover the complexities of facing difficult anniversaries and milestones. I'm defining dea...