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Today’s episode is going to be a little more of a somber one, but it’s something I feel very strongly about, and it’s important to share with you. I want to talk about grief, because seven months ago today, I was thrust firsthand into learning about it when my dad suddenly passed away. I’ll also be covering more about how our society views grief and closure, what it looks like for joy and grief to co-exist, helpful things you should (and should not) say to someone who is grieving, and more.
While this year has been one of my most challenging, I’m thankful to have been surrounded by some amazing people who have given me the grace and space that I needed! I’ve learned a lot about grief on my journey, but I’m still learning, and working through it. While it may seem easy to just ‘shove down’ and put the uncomfortable stuff out of your mind (totally what I’m used to doing), that won’t help you in the long run.
Please know – there is NO expiration date on grief, and it’s not a destination with a certain endpoint. If you’re currently walking through your own life-shattering grief and need someone to talk to and share with, don’t be afraid to reach out – you don’t have to go through this alone.
In this episode, Grief and What I Know So Far, we cover:
- The incredible 2023 Enneagram Cohort I was a part of, and how it helped me tremendously when I experienced the sudden passing of my dad earlier this year
- Why our society doesn’t know how to grieve, and why closure is just a myth
- How joy and grief can co-exist + a helpful concept that shows our growth when it comes to grief
- Things you should NOT say to someone who is grieving
- Helpful things you CAN say to someone who is grieving + phrases that should be used with caution
- Kind and helpful things you can DO for people in grief situations
Resources & Links:
- Facebook post regarding grief
- Learn more about T’s coaching, group trainings, and self-guided learning
- Shop FFB
- Good Movement music by: Aaron Espe
- Podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting
Connect with Terryn:
- Follow on Instagram @terryn.drieling
- Check out my website
- Send me an email at terryn@faithfamilyandbeef.com
Related Episodes:
- Episode 5: Fostering Joy in the Everyday
- Episode 4: How I Got Here – the Evolution of Good Movement
More about the Good Movement Draws Good Movement podcast:
In stockmanship (the art and science of handling cattle in a safe, effective, low-stress manner), we have this phrase . . . good movement draws good movement.
It’s this thing that happens when we ask a small group of cattle, maybe a cow, or a pair to move out in a certain direction and their movement draws the whole herd into moving in the same direction.
Good movement happens when we approach the cattle with a positive attitude, read and really listen to what they’re telling us, and communicate accordingly.
We don’t approach the aware, flighty cattle the same as we do the tame, docile cattle. We adjust ourselves, our energy, and approach, and communicate with each differently.
These adjustments help us effectively draw good movement from each, which then draws good movement from the herd. But it starts with us.
The same is true for humans. Good movement starts with us.
Welcome to Good Movement Draws Good Movement, the podcast where farmers, ranchers, and rural folks can grow relationally through awareness, understanding, and effective communication.
Hey, it’s me – T. I’m your host, and I, along with my guests, will be covering topics related to drawing good movement – things like self and social awareness, brain science, positive psychology, extending grace, and so much more.
We’ll share tools that can help you understand why you are the way you are, why others are the way they are, and how you can use that to step out of self-told lies with grace and compassion to draw good movement in conversations, relationships, and life in rural America.
Tune in every Tuesday and make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode! Let’s go draw good movement!
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Hello! I’m Terryn – the wife, mother, food safety enthusiast, Stormy Kromer fanatic who has slightly (okay, a lot) random tendencies, dabbles in photography, and shares (maybe a little too much) here at FFB.