Grab your tissues and take a deep breath—this one’s from the heart.
In this deeply personal and raw solo episode, Sarah Akiba opens up about one of life’s hardest journeys—grief. She takes listeners through the heartbreaking experience of losing her father, the profound lessons she learned through hardship, and how she found strength in faith, love, and small signs from beyond. Sarah shares intimate moments from her father’s final days, the emotional toll of loss, and the transformative power of perspective.
This episode is a conversation about grief, but also about resilience. Sarah reminds us that even in the darkest moments, there are signs, memories, and love that remain. If you’re grieving, if you’ve lost someone dear, or if you’re just searching for meaning in the pain, this episode is for you.
Key Takeaways:
-Navigating Loss:Grief is complex and deeply personal. Losing someone dear can feel overwhelming, but growth can come from it.
-Faith & Perspective:Sarah leans on her faith (Hashem) to find gratitude, even in loss. She believes everything happensfor her, notto her.
-Signs from Loved Ones:A personal experience with her father’s presence after his passing reinforced her belief that our loved ones remain with us.
-Grieving Process:Loss often comes with additional struggles—financial hardship, family conflicts, and emotional turmoil—but resilience is key.
-Final Moments:Sarah recalls her father’s passing, his last words to her, and the importance of cherishing every moment, noticing small details, and asking meaningful questions.
-Healing Takes Time:Trauma may linger, but over time, perspectives shift. She encourages grace, storytelling, and allowing space for emotions.
Chapters:
01:01 Personal Experience with Loss
05:01 Signs from Loved Ones After Passing
10:01 The Weight of Grief & Family Struggles
12:00 The Final Moments
15:05 The Aftermath of Loss & Unexpected Comfort
18:20 Advice for Those Grieving
Follow Sarah:
Instagram: @soakiba https://www.instagram.com/soakiba
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3uPL2CvjHFO6nbk0Pe3FeA
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1kXcQdM_6vgbED6z6KPMpA
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Produced by Haynow Media: https://haynowmedia.com/
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