Have you ever faced a loss that changed your life? Let's explore how pain can be transformed into purpose. Each episode delves into the stories of those who have faced deep adversity and found healing, meaning, and sometimes a new purpose in life. After losing both parents during the early days of the pandemic, I experienced blessings, synchronicities and miracles -the hidden GIFTS that emerge from loss. Our stories need to be told because in doing so, we heal not only ourselves, but also the people we share them with.
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Have you ever faced a loss that changed your life? Let's explore how pain can be transformed into purpose. Each episode delves into the stories of those who have faced deep adversity and found healing, meaning, and sometimes a new purpose in life. After losing both parents during the early days of the pandemic, I experienced blessings, synchronicities and miracles -the hidden GIFTS that emerge from loss. Our stories need to be told because in doing so, we heal not only ourselves, but also the people we share them with.
Season 2 Episode 6: The Healing Power of Nature and Connection: A Conversation with Barbara Wansbrough
Hidden Gifts of Loss
57 minutes
1 month ago
Season 2 Episode 6: The Healing Power of Nature and Connection: A Conversation with Barbara Wansbrough
In this episode of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast, the host welcomes Barbara Wansbrough, author of the book 'Wild Things'. The book is a touching collection of letters to Barbara's late sister, intertwined with reflections on nature and her daily hikes. Barbara shares poignant stories about coping with her sister's illness and passing, the solace she found in hiking with her dog Bartleby, and the unexpected connections she made through memorial shrines along her trail. The discussion delves into themes of grief, loss, and spiritual connections, highlighting how nature and unexpected relationships can aid in processing sorrow. Barbara also reads a heartfelt letter from her book and shares anecdotes that resonate deeply with the host. The episode is filled with moments of vulnerability, reflections on family, and the power of nature to heal and connect.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
00:51 Barbara's Inspiration and Writing Journey
02:56 The Impact of Loss and Grief
05:28 Creating Memorials and Finding Solace
07:57 The Role of Nature and Companionship
10:58 Reflections on the Pandemic and Personal Loss
14:56 The Healing Power of Connection and Support
21:32 Navigating Grief During the Pandemic
29:46 Struggles with Oliver's Health
30:55 Coping with Parenting Challenges
31:50 The Power of Al-Anon
33:23 Reflections on Childhood and Parenting
36:17 The Healing Power of Writing
38:59 Book Launch and Events
41:16 A Magical Connection with a Stranger
54:24 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude
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Hidden Gifts of Loss
Have you ever faced a loss that changed your life? Let's explore how pain can be transformed into purpose. Each episode delves into the stories of those who have faced deep adversity and found healing, meaning, and sometimes a new purpose in life. After losing both parents during the early days of the pandemic, I experienced blessings, synchronicities and miracles -the hidden GIFTS that emerge from loss. Our stories need to be told because in doing so, we heal not only ourselves, but also the people we share them with.
