From Burned Out to Whole: How to Heal Grief & Pain You Didn’t Know You Had

What if your stress, procrastination, or burnout is actually grief in disguise? Today, I am sharing a past episode because it's a powerful one and I wanted to share it with you.

In this powerful and grace-filled conversation, I’m joined by Katie Rossler—therapist, author, and Hidden Grief Specialist—as we explore how unacknowledged grief impacts our daily lives, work, relationships, and emotional well-being. Katie helps us understand the silent losses we carry and how to process them with compassion so we can move toward healing, clarity, and renewed joy.

Whether you're navigating a life transition, struggling with overwhelm, or feeling emotionally stuck, this episode offers validation, tools, and hope.

We talk about:

• Why grief isn’t just about death—and how it shows up in unexpected ways
• The connection between burnout, procrastination, and unresolved emotions
• The myth of hustle culture and how to reclaim rest and resilience
• How to hold space for grief without losing your sense of self or faith
• Simple, soul-nourishing ways to begin healing hidden grief

Plus, Katie shares how faith, emotional honesty, and presence lead us back to joy.

🌱 Key Takeaways:

• Grief isn’t always obvious. It can hide behind burnout, irritability, or over-productivity—and often needs space to be seen and felt.
• Procrastination may be grief in disguise. Katie breaks down how our avoidance habits are often emotional self-protection.
• Burnout is a signal, not a failure. When we hit emotional exhaustion, it’s an invitation to reevaluate what we’re carrying and why.
• Faith and healing go hand in hand. As Christian women, we can hold grief and joy at the same time—God meets us in both.
• Resilience is built by honoring our seasons. Rest, reflection, and intentional release help us walk through life’s losses with strength and grace.

With practical tips, personal stories, and spiritual guidance, Faith Fueled Woman equips Christian women to put God first in their daily lives, promotes fellowship and friendship, and provides a roadmap to experiencing more of the fruits of the Spirit: joy, peace, love, and kindness. Podcast for Christian Women, Christian Devotionals, Bible verses, Scriptures, Biblical Principles

Listen to my conversation with Katie on The Balance Code- How to Rediscover Your Passion for Life

Connect with Katie at KatieRossler.com and grab the free audio chapter of

The New Face of Grief here.

Find out more about Katie's books: The New Face of Grief or Giving Birth to Motherhood

If you’re ready to trade inner criticism for clarity, and overwhelm for lasting peace, this episode is for you. And if you'd like to jump start shifting your thoughts and experiencing more joy go grab my free Rewire Your Mind Guide to help you get started. Rewire Your Mind Guide

Download My Free Joyful Living Devotional: https://kristinfitch.com/devotional

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