Navigating Lifequakes: Steps to Flourish After Major Life Disruptions
In this episode of the Flourishing After Adversity podcast, resilience coach and author Laura Mangum Broome discusses 'lifequakes'—major life disruptions that shake your world. Drawing from Bruce Feiler’s research, Laura explains why transitions feel overwhelming, common mistakes to avoid, and introduces five simple steps to make transitions easier: accepting reality, marking endings with closure, shedding what's no longer needed, creating new possibilities, and sharing your story.
The episode also offers practical advice for regaining confidence through small, brave steps. Listeners are encouraged to download the free guide, 'Reframe the Spiral,' for coping strategies, and to schedule a clarity call for personalized support.
00:00 Introduction to Lifequakes
01:19 Understanding Lifequakes
03:45 Common Mistakes During Transitions
05:12 Steps to Navigate Transitions
08:33 Phases of Transition
09:48 Recap and Closing Thoughts
Free Resource: Reframe the Spiral: 5 Quick Coping Strategies to Shift Negative Thoughts and Reclaim Your Day https://www.icope2hope.com/reframe
iCope2Hope 3-Step Resilience Framework: https://bit.ly/FrameworkRoadmap
Website: iCope2Hope: From Hardship to Hope https://www.icope2hope.com
Move Beyond Adversity Blog: https://www.icope2hope.com/blog
Free Newsletter: Wednesday’s Resilient Recharge https://www.icope2hope.com/newsletter
Schedule a free 15-minute Clarity Call with Laura: https://bit.ly/15mincallLMB
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