Grief, Growth & Going Home: When the Past Meets the Present and You’re Not the Same

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Have you ever walked back into a familiar place and realized… you’re not the same person who once lived there? In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing what it was like returning to Memphis after seven years to visit my father and stepmom—for the first time since my brother passed away.

This conversation isn’t just about grief. It’s about what happens when memories, healing, and growth all show up in the same room. We’re talking about the weight of silence, the power of presence, and the raw truth that healing doesn’t mean forgetting—it means making room for both the ache and the hope.

I’ll walk you through 3 intentional steps to help you navigate your own journey of grief and growth—ones that go beyond what you’ll find in a search bar. This episode is for anyone who’s felt stuck between mourning the past and trying to move forward.

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Each episode features a different wine! This time, we’re sipping on a Barolo—a bold, structured red wine from Italy’s Piedmont region, known for its depth, complexity, and soul-stirring tannins. Like grief, it takes time to open up… but when it does, it reveals layers worth savoring.

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