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October 5, 2025 57 mins

Finding Grace in Grief

On this episode of Coaching Call, Sifu Rafael welcomes Michaela S. Cox, a powerful voice of resilience, faith, and purpose. Michaela is a coach, speaker, and multi-published author whose personal story has inspired countless others to rise through unimaginable loss. Her life journey—what she calls her “38DDD”—has taken her through living with lifelong disability (legal blindness), divorce at 26, and the death of her beloved husband in 2017. Yet, through it all, Michaela continues to embody what it means to not just survive, but truly thrive.

In 2022, she founded Finding Grace Through Grief, a platform designed to help others transform their pain into purpose. Through her coaching, speaking, and writing, Michaela empowers people to rediscover direction, embrace abundance, and find grace in the midst of their grief. Her message is one of courage, compassion, and hope—proving that even in the hardest moments, healing and joy are possible.

Sifu Rafael is a master instructor and the founder of Speaking Prowess, where he combines expertise in communication and leadership to help individuals unlock their full potential. As a professional speaker, solutions expert, and executive coach, Sifu Rafael leverages years of experience to guide clients toward their goals with clarity, purpose, and strategic insight. His mission is to make the art of effective communication accessible to all, empowering personal and professional growth. Sifu Rafael’s unwavering dedication to improving communication skills has earned him a reputation as a trusted mentor and coach. His vision is clear: to enhance communication worldwide, one individual at a time.

This episode is brought to you by Sifu’s Mind Body Method, a 90-day lifestyle transformation that blends movement, mindset, nutrition, hydration, fasting, journaling, and faith. Learn more at www.sifurafael.com/smbm

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