
If you’ve ever wondered how books can help us heal, especially after loss, this episode is for you. I sat down with Angela Clement, a certified grief coach and author, as part of National Reading New Book Month, to talk about why reading and writing can be gentle lifelines during hard times. You’ll hear about Angela’s journey through grief after losing her husband and how her book, Awakening Through Grief, was both a record and a tool for healing.
Angela opens up about what makes grief such a complex experience and why it’s not just an emotion, but a process. If you’re a podcaster or creator, you’ll learn how personal storytelling can transform your work and why blending practical exercises with stories makes a book more approachable for those going through tough seasons. Plus, Angela shares how interviewing experts on grief shaped the pages of her own book—and might just inspire new ways for you to invite guests to support your audience.
Connect with Angela Clement
Website:https://healingenergy.world/
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aclementvm/
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-clement
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction & Today's Observance
00:25 Why Books Matter in Grief
01:17 How Writing Helped Angela Heal
02:16 The Spiritual Side of Grief
02:34 What Readers Might Discover
03:48 Blending Stories and Guidance
04:41 Starting To Read When Overwhelmed
05:27 Mother's Day Reflections
06:22 Finding Perspective Through Grief
07:01 Lessons from Grief Experts
08:32 Fears Around Grief Books
10:17 The Value of Support in Healing
12:18 Preparing for Life's Losses
13:30 Can Books Change Our Healing?
14:25 Angela’s Favorite Idea from Her Book
16:11 Everyday Grieving Explained
17:05 Where to Find Angela Online
17:46 Book & Podcast Titles
18:37 Angela’s Book Cover Story
18:45 Wrapping Up and Farewell