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#227 //How Not To Say Yes When Your Heart Say No-Boundaries That Protect Peace

2025-11-0422:30

The holidays can make it feel like saying "yes" is the only option — but what if peace actually begins with a gentle no? In this episode, we'll look at how setting boundaries isn't selfish, it's sacred. You'll discover how creating space for rest and quiet allows God to restore what constant motion has drained. Inside this conversation, you'll discover: How to release guilt when you need to say no Why protecting your peace honors God and your healing Simple boundary phrases you can use this season How saying no can become an act of faith instead of fear You don't have to meet everyone's expectations to honor this season. Press play and let's talk about what it looks like to follow Jesus' pace — with intention, with grace, and with peace leading the way. Grief Mentor Services ✨ Holiday Flash Offer — Peace for the Holidays A special 1:1 Grief Mentor Session to help you prepare your heart for the season ahead. Through November 22, book your Holiday sale session and receive my new printable guide: Peace for the Holidays — A Simple Plan for Grieving Moms 👉 Book your session:Here Free Support Group Say your child's name, be seen, and receive gentle guidance with others who understand. 💙 Join the group: Here Free Resources Survival Guide • Masterclass Day-1 (reply for Day-2) • Worship Playlist • Weekly newsletter • Blog • Podcast (Tues & Sat) 📚 See all free resources: Here — Teresa, Your Grief Mentor

#226// The Love Of A Grieving Mom-How Can It Be?

2025-11-0113:25

You may wonder how a heart that's been shattered could ever hold love again. How can you care for others when your own grief feels so heavy? In today's episode, I share what I've witnessed in the 42 grieving moms who've walked through The Grief Roadmap — a kind of love and compassion that can only be explained by the presence of the Holy Spirit. Even in the deepest ache, something miraculous happens when grieving hearts gather together. God shows up in the middle of our pain, and through His Spirit, love begins to flow again — not because we're strong, but because He is. In this episode, you'll learn: How God's presence allows grieving moms to love even in loss Why community is vital for healing and spiritual strength What Paul's letter to the Philippians teaches us about finding joy in suffering How showing up, even when it's all you can do, honors God and opens your heart to peace Friend, if you're longing to understand how love can still live inside the pain, this conversation will remind you that you're not walking alone. The same Spirit that comforted Paul in prison is the one comforting you right now. Press play and be reminded — love remains because God does. Grief Mentor Services ✨ Holiday Flash Offer — Peace for the Holidays A special 1:1 Grief Mentor Session to help you prepare your heart for the season ahead. Through November 22, book your Holiday sale session and receive my new printable guide: Peace for the Holidays — A Simple Plan for Grieving Moms 👉 Book your session:Here Free Support Group Say your child's name, be seen, and receive gentle guidance with others who understand. 💙 Join the group: Here Free Resources Survival Guide • Masterclass Day-1 (reply for Day-2) • Worship Playlist • Weekly newsletter • Blog • Podcast (Tues & Sat) 📚 See all free resources: Here — Teresa, Your Grief Mentor

#225// When the Holidays Hurt: Building a Plan for Peace After Child Loss

2025-10-2831:08

You want to feel peace again, but the moment holiday plans start taking shape, your heart feels heavy. The noise, the expectations, the questions from others—it all stirs something deep inside you that's hard to explain. You're not imagining it, and you're not weak. Grief changes how your heart experiences this season. In this episode, you'll learn how to recognize the emotional pressure points that often surface during the holidays and what they're really trying to tell you. You'll discover how to set realistic expectations, give yourself permission to slow down, and invite God's calm into places that still ache. Inside this conversation, you'll discover: Why certain moments feel heavier this time of year—and how to name them What your body and emotions are revealing about your grief How to create small, intentional rhythms that protect your peace Faith-based ways to shift from survival into surrender If you've been bracing yourself for the holidays, take a breath and listen in. You don't have to carry the weight of this season alone—God's presence is big enough to hold both your sorrow and your peace. Grief Mentor Services ✨ Holiday Flash Offer — Peace for the Holidays A special 1:1 Grief Mentor Session to help you prepare your heart for the season ahead. Through November 22, book your Holiday sale session and receive my new printable guide: Peace for the Holidays — A Simple Plan for Grieving Moms 👉 Book your session:Here Free Support Group Say your child's name, be seen, and receive gentle guidance with others who understand. 💙 Join the group: Here Free Resources Survival Guide • Masterclass Day-1 (reply for Day-2) • Worship Playlist • Weekly newsletter • Blog • Podcast (Tues & Sat) 📚 See all free resources: Here — Teresa, Your Grief Mentor

#224 // Feeling Dread Before the Holidays? Here's What to Do Next

2025-10-2520:16

It's already starting, isn't it? The decorations, the commercials, the talk about joy everywhere you turn. But when you're grieving, the holidays don't feel joyful—they feel heavy. Maybe you're already dreading the season that used to bring comfort and connection but now only stirs up the ache of what's missing. In this episode, we'll talk honestly about what happens when grief collides with the holidays. Whether you find yourself staying constantly busy or shutting down completely, both are signs that your heart is overwhelmed. You'll learn how to slow down long enough to let God meet you in that space—and how to begin finding peace when the world around you feels like too much. In this episode, you'll learn: Why staying busy can feel safer than feeling your emotions—and how to gently step out of that survival loop What to do when grief leaves you frozen and disconnected from life How to hear God's quiet knock at your heart even when you're too tired to answer The truth about peace—it isn't found in fixing your grief, but in letting God hold you through it If you're already feeling the weight of the holidays, you're not alone, friend. Take a deep breath, grab your headphones, and press play. This episode will help you find the next small step toward peace—and remind you that even here, God is near. Grief Mentor Services ✨ Holiday Flash Offer — Peace for the Holidays A special 1:1 Grief Mentor Session to help you prepare your heart for the season ahead. Through November 22, book your Holiday sale session and receive my new printable guide: Peace for the Holidays — A Simple Plan for Grieving Moms 👉 Book your session:Here Free Support Group Say your child's name, be seen, and receive gentle guidance with others who understand. 💙 Join the group: Here Free Resources Survival Guide • Masterclass Day-1 (reply for Day-2) • Worship Playlist • Weekly newsletter • Blog • Podcast (Tues & Sat) 📚 See all free resources: Here — Teresa, Your Grief Mentor

#223// The Unseen Weight of Grief — How to Speak What Hurts Out Loud

2025-10-2121:01

Some of the hardest parts of grief are the ones no one sees. They're the quiet moments you carry in silence — the dates no one remembers, the chair no one fills, the ache that never really leaves. But what if those hidden moments could become holy ground? In today's episode, Teresa opens her heart to share the real truths grieving moms live with every single day — the parts no one talks about — and teaches how speaking them out loud can become an act of healing and worship. In this episode, you'll discover: Why God calls the hidden places of your grief holy How to turn unspoken pain into lament The meaning behind Psalm 147:3 Why naming what hurts out loud invites God to heal what's unseen Even when no one else understands, friend, God does. He's not afraid of what you carry — He's waiting to meet you in it. 🎧 Press play on Episode 223: The Unseen Weight of Grief — How to Speak What Hurts Out Loud Grief Mentor Services 1:1 Grief Mentor Session A faith-centered hour to steady your heart, find peace and clarity, and leave with real tools and next steps. I pray over you before we even speak.. 👉 Book your session:Here Free Support Group Say your child's name, be seen, and receive gentle guidance with others who understand. 💙 Join the group: Here Free Resources Survival Guide • Masterclass Day-1 (reply for Day-2) • Worship Playlist • Weekly newsletter • Blog • Podcast (Tues & Sat) 📚 See all free resources: Here — Teresa, Your Grief Mentor

#222// When Silence Feels Unbearable — How To Overcome The Pain

2025-10-1821:29

When grief feels heavy and God feels quiet, the silence can seem unbearable. In this episode, Teresa Davis shares how God uses those quiet, hidden seasons to shape your faith, heal your heart, and stop the pain. If you've ever wondered why God feels silent after loss—or how to find peace in that silence—this message will meet you right where you are. In this episode, you'll learn: Why silence isn't punishment, but an invitation from God. How David's years "in the field" prepared him for his calling. The difference between painful silence and redeemed silence. What it means to let truth take up more space than pain. How to begin hearing God's voice again in your own grief. If your silence feels more like torture than transformation, Teresa invites you to explore how to fill that space with God's truth—so peace can begin to grow again. Grief Mentor Services 1:1 Grief Mentor Session A faith-centered hour to steady your heart, find peace and clarity, and leave with real tools and next steps. I pray over you before we even speak.. 👉 Book your session:Here Free Support Group Say your child's name, be seen, and receive gentle guidance with others who understand. 💙 Join the group: Here Free Resources Survival Guide • Masterclass Day-1 (reply for Day-2) • Worship Playlist • Weekly newsletter • Blog • Podcast (Tues & Sat) 📚 See all free resources: Here — Teresa, Your Grief Mentor

# 221 // Why Grief Changes Everything: How to Rebuild After the Hidden Losses No One Sees

2025-10-1417:20

When your child went to heaven, the world saw one loss — but your heart knows it wasn't just one. It was friendships that faded when people didn't know what to say. It was family relationships that shifted when everyone grieved differently. It was dreams, routines, and the sense of who you were before everything changed. Grief doesn't stop at the moment of loss — it ripples into every part of life. In this episode, we're uncovering the collateral damage that most grieving moms never talk about — and the tender ways God begins to rebuild what feels beyond repair. In this episode, you'll discover: What the Bible shows us about God's timing when He seems silent in our pain Why the hidden losses beneath your child's death matter — and how naming them brings healing How to rebuild when faith feels different and relationships no longer fit What it means to live restored, not the same, but redeemed You don't have to keep pretending you're okay, friend. Press play — and let's talk about how God meets you in the wreckage and starts rebuilding your heart, one piece at a time. Grief Mentor Services 1:1 Grief Mentor Session A faith-centered hour to steady your heart, find peace and clarity, and leave with real tools and next steps. I pray over you before we even speak.. 👉 Book your session:Here Free Support Group Say your child's name, be seen, and receive gentle guidance with others who understand. 💙 Join the group: Here Free Resources Survival Guide • Masterclass Day-1 (reply for Day-2) • Worship Playlist • Weekly newsletter • Blog • Podcast (Tues & Sat) 📚 See all free resources: Here — Teresa, Your Grief Mentor

# 220 // What Happens When You Stop Holding It Together? The Answer Might Surprise You

2025-10-1124:06

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you finally stopped trying to hold it all together? If you let the mask of "I'm fine" slip for just a moment? So many grieving moms believe strength means smiling through the pain—but what if real strength is something entirely different? ✨Takeaways The surprising reason "being strong" can actually keep you from healing. What 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 teaches about God's power showing up in weakness. How to recognize when the "cloak of strong" has become a burden instead of a blessing. Why surrender is not failure—it's the moment peace begins. 🎧 Friend, you don't have to be the strong one anymore. God isn't asking you to prove your strength; He's inviting you to trust His. Press play on this episode and let these few minutes remind you that the world doesn't need your perfection—it needs your honesty, because that's where His power shines through. Grief Mentor Services 1:1 Grief Mentor Session A faith-centered hour to steady your heart, find peace and clarity, and leave with real tools and next steps. I pray over you before we even speak.. 👉 Book your session:Here Free Support Group Say your child's name, be seen, and receive gentle guidance with others who understand. 💙 Join the group: Here Free Resources Survival Guide • Masterclass Day-1 (reply for Day-2) • Worship Playlist • Weekly newsletter • Blog • Podcast (Tues & Sat) 📚 See all free resources: Here — Teresa, Your Grief Mentor

#219// When Grief Replays the Hardest Moments – How to Reframe Pain With God's Word

2025-10-0732:04

Have you ever opened your eyes in the morning and been pulled straight into a memory you didn't ask for? Those moments hit hard—the images, the sounds, the ache in your chest. When grief replays the hardest parts of your story, it can feel impossible to stop the spiral. But there is a way to invite God into that moment and reframe the pain through His Word. In this episode, you'll discover how to renew your mind when traumatic memories resurface and learn what it means to let truth—not trauma—be the loudest voice in the room. ✨ Here's what we'll explore together: What to do when your thoughts pull you back to the moment of loss How to replace painful images with the truth of God's Word The habit that helps your heart heal—one thought at a time Why renewing your mind is essential for long-term peace after child loss If your mornings begin with the flood of memories you wish you could silence, this episode will remind you: it's not about stopping the thoughts—it's about redirecting them. Press play and learn how to reframe pain with the truth that sets you free. Grief Mentor Services 1:1 Grief Mentor Session A faith-centered hour to steady your heart, find peace and clarity, and leave with real tools and next steps. I pray over you before we even speak.. 👉 Book your session:Here Free Support Group Say your child's name, be seen, and receive gentle guidance with others who understand. 💙 Join the group: Here Free Resources Survival Guide • Masterclass Day-1 (reply for Day-2) • Worship Playlist • Weekly newsletter • Blog • Podcast (Tues & Sat) 📚 See all free resources: Here — Teresa, Your Grief Mentor

#218 // Will I Ever Feel Peace Again After Child Loss? 6 Truths About the Peace Jesus Gives

2025-10-0427:23

When your child dies, peace feels foreign. It's not just the absence of calm—it feels unreachable, like something other people get to have but you don't anymore. If that's you, friend, this episode will help you see peace differently. Not as something waiting at the end of your pain, but as a gift Jesus offers right in the middle of it. Here's what we'll explore together: Why the world's definition of peace will always leave you empty How Jesus' peace shows up even when the chaos doesn't stop The difference between striving for peace and receiving it as a gift Six characteristics of the peace that steadies a grieving heart Peace doesn't erase grief—but it does carry you when the weight feels too heavy to bear alone. Press play and let this message sit with you. Listen Next: 🌿 Episode 214: Despair After Child Loss? A Christian Mom's Path to Living with Hope 🌿 Episode 215: Truth or Lies After Child Loss? A Simple Faith Filter to Guard Your Heart __________________________________________________________________________________ Friend, peace in grief takes time and support. That's why I've created spaces and resources to meet you right where you are. Here's how you can take the next step… Grief Mentor Services 1:1 Grief Mentor Session A faith-centered hour to steady your heart, find peace and clarity, and leave with real tools and next steps. I pray over you before we even speak.. 👉 Book your session:Here Free Support Group Say your child's name, be seen, and receive gentle guidance with others who understand. 💙 Join the group: Here Free Resources Survival Guide • Masterclass Day-1 (reply for Day-2) • Worship Playlist • Weekly newsletter • Blog • Podcast (Tues & Sat) 📚 See all free resources: Here — Teresa, Your Grief Mentor

#217// Are You Listening to the Wrong Voice in Grief? 4 Lies Grieving Moms Must Recognize

2025-09-3034:23

When you're grieving, the quiet can be deafening — and in that silence, voices compete for your attention. Some sound caring, even spiritual, but they don't come from Jesus. In this episode, we'll uncover four common voices that often lead grieving moms astray and learn how to measure them against the true voice of the Shepherd. ✨ Here's what you'll take away: The difference between conviction from the Holy Spirit and condemnation from shame How fear shows up in grief and why it never produces peace Why urgency can be a trap that pushes you further from God's will How pride and flattery quietly mask grief instead of healing it Friend, you don't have to let the wrong voice guide your grief. Press play to discover how to recognize these lies and return to the peace of Christ. Grief Mentor Services 1:1 Grief Mentor Session A faith-centered hour to steady your heart, find peace and clarity, and leave with real tools and next steps. I pray over you before we even speak.. 👉 Book your session:Here Free Support Group Say your child's name, be seen, and receive gentle guidance with others who understand. 💙 Join the group: Here Free Resources Survival Guide • Masterclass Day-1 (reply for Day-2) • Worship Playlist • Weekly newsletter • Blog • Podcast (Tues & Sat) 📚 See all free resources: Here — Teresa, Your Grief Mentor

#216// Confused after child loss? This One Simple Step Brings Clarity

2025-09-2736:55

When you're grieving, every voice feels loud—opinions, news, social media, even your own thoughts. But how do you know which one to follow? In this episode, I share one simple, biblical step that will help you quiet the confusion and recognize God's voice in the middle of grief. In this episode, you'll hear: Why so many voices sound convincing but aren't life-giving The danger of letting the wrong voice lead your grief journey The one test that brings peace and clarity when nothing else makes sense Listen next: Episode 215: How to Discern Truth from Lies in Grief (Part 1) Episode 186: Will I Ever Get Better? A Grieving Mom's Guide to Finding Hope in the Chaos Episode 187: How Do I Stop Pretending I'm Okay? The Hidden Messages Shaping Your Grief Grief Mentor Services 1:1 Grief Mentor Session A faith-centered hour to steady your heart, find peace and clarity, and leave with real tools and next steps. I pray over you before we even speak.. 👉 Book your session:Here Free Support Group Say your child's name, be seen, and receive gentle guidance with others who understand. 💙 Join the group: Here Free Resources Survival Guide • Masterclass Day-1 (reply for Day-2) • Worship Playlist • Weekly newsletter • Blog • Podcast (Tues & Sat) 📚 See all free resources: Here — Teresa, Your Grief Mentor

#215// Truth or Lies After Child Loss? A Simple Faith Filter to Guard Your Heart

2025-09-2317:14

When the world is loud and confusing, even the strongest believer can struggle to know what's real and what's not. But when you're grieving your child, that battle becomes even harder. Your mind and heart are already tender, your emotions raw, and every headline, opinion, or social media post can feel like another weight on top of your grief. That's why you need a filter—a faith-based way to sort through the noise and discern what's true, what's false, and what you can safely let go. In this first episode of a 3-part series, Teresa shares how to build a simple FAITH filter to protect your heart and mind after child loss. You'll learn how to: Guard your heart when the world's voices feel louder than God's Recognize what you're taking in without even realizing it Filter what you read, what you hear from others, and what you start to believe about God, your child, and your future Apply a practical acronym (FAITH) to test every thought and message you absorb Friend, discerning truth from lies is hard enough when life is going smoothly. In grief, it can feel nearly impossible. But you don't have to do it alone—and God has given us a way forward. 👉 Listen now to learn how to start building your faith filter today. Listen Next Episode 186: Will I Ever Get Better? A Grieving Mom's Guide to Finding Hope in the Chaos Episode 187: How Do I Stop Pretending I'm Okay? The Hidden Messages Shaping Your Grief Episode 190: What I Didn't Expect After Loss (But I'm So Grateful For) Episode 200: How to Know if You're Healing or Just Hiding Grief Mentor Services 1:1 Grief Mentor Session A faith-centered hour to steady your heart, find peace and clarity, and leave with real tools and next steps. I pray over you before we even speak.. 👉 Book your session:Here Free Support Group Say your child's name, be seen, and receive gentle guidance with others who understand. 💙 Join the group: Here Free Resources Survival Guide • Masterclass Day-1 (reply for Day-2) • Worship Playlist • Weekly newsletter • Blog • Podcast (Tues & Sat) 📚 See all free resources: Here — Teresa, Your Grief Mentor

#214// Despair After Child Loss? A Christian Mom's Path to Living with Hope

2025-09-2033:29

If despair has been weighing you down after child loss, you're not alone. There's a difference between being knocked down by despair and making it your permanent address — but how do you tell the difference? In this episode, Teresa opens up about what despair really is, why it feels so powerful, and where hope in Christ meets us in the middle of it. 💡 What you'll take from this episode: A fresh way to understand despair that will shift how you see your grief Why the world's answers fall short — and what God invites you into instead The truth that keeps you anchored when the waves feel overwhelming Friend, you don't have to let despair write the rest of your story. Hope is still yours in Christ — and this episode will show you why. Listen Next If today's episode speaks to you, these will encourage your heart too: Episode 191 – A Glimpse of Heaven in the Everyday: What Grieving Moms Need to See to Keep Going Episode 183 – When Suicide Takes Your Child: One Family's Story of Grief, Faith, and Hope Episode 200 – How to Know if You're Healing or Just Hiding: 5 Faith-Based Signs to Watch For Episode 189 – When Grief Makes You Feel Invisible: How God's Kindness Shows Up Through Others Grief Mentor Resources: Seven Free Ways The Grief Mentor Can Support You: Free Grief Survival Guide – The exact steps I used to keep me alive in that first year. Download your free copy at The Grief Mentor Website(scroll to the bottom of the page). Free Grief Masterclass – A two-day event packed with tools to help you navigate grief, available on my website. The Grief Mentor Website Need access to Day 2? Reach out, and I'll send it to you! Teresa's Grief Worship Playlist – Music is hard, I get it. But this playlist gave me courage for tomorrow and confidence for the future. Find it at the bottom of my homepage or reach out if you need the direct link. Weekly Newsletter – Encouragement straight to your inbox every Tuesday with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights and links to both podcast episodes. Become A Grief Mentor Insider The Grief Mentor Blog – A new way to support you with faith-filled encouragement in your grief journey. The Grief Mentor Blog Monthly Support Group – A safe space where we say our children's names, share our stories, and find hope together. Join The Support Group The Grief Mentor Podcast-Released twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Going Deeper Going Deeper: 1-on-1 Grief Mentor Sessions Maybe you've realized that living without your child is harder than you ever imagined. If you need deeper support, come sit with me, friend. This isn't a casual meet-and-greet—it's an intentional, Spirit-led time where I pray over you before we even speak. If you're ready for that kind of support, book a Grief Mentor Session. XOXO Teresa-Your Grief Mentor 🔗 Join the Free Support Group:The Grief Mentor Support 💙 Book a Grief Mentor Session: Grief Mentor Session

#213 // Grief, Faith, and Charlie Kirk's Enduring Light

2025-09-1623:18

Today's episode is a little different. Instead of a structured teaching, I want to pause with you for a moment of reflection. The news of Charlie Kirk's death has shaken many people, and for grieving moms and dads, it can stir grief in unexpected ways. When someone young, bold, and outspoken is suddenly gone, it reminds us of how fragile life is, and it brings our own losses back to the surface. If you've been feeling the weight of recent events—or if you're wondering how to hold both grief and faith together—I invite you to listen in. This is a space for us to remember that while darkness is real, it will never overcome the light of Jesus. What You'll Take Away from This Episode: Why national tragedies can stir deep personal grief for parents who have lost a child How Scripture speaks into the reality of cold hearts in the last days The difference between the world's response to tragedy and God's promise of light A reminder that prayer and closeness to Jesus are what sustain us in seasons of unbearable heaviness Listen Next: [Episode 188: Why Do Triggers Hurt So Much? Finding God's Presence in the Pain] [Episode 191: A Glimpse of Heaven in the Everyday: What Grieving Moms Need to See to Keep Going] [Episode 200: How to Know if You're Healing or Just Hiding: 5 Faith-Based Signs to Watch For] [Episode 209: Why Seasons Trigger Grief—and What To Do About It] Grief Mentor Resources: Seven Free Ways The Grief Mentor Can Support You: Free Grief Survival Guide – The exact steps I used to keep me alive in that first year. Download your free copy at The Grief Mentor Website(scroll to the bottom of the page). Free Grief Masterclass – A two-day event packed with tools to help you navigate grief, available on my website. The Grief Mentor Website Need access to Day 2? Reach out, and I'll send it to you! Teresa's Grief Worship Playlist – Music is hard, I get it. But this playlist gave me courage for tomorrow and confidence for the future. Find it at the bottom of my homepage or reach out if you need the direct link. Weekly Newsletter – Encouragement straight to your inbox every Tuesday with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights and links to both podcast episodes. Become A Grief Mentor Insider The Grief Mentor Blog – A new way to support you with faith-filled encouragement in your grief journey. The Grief Mentor Blog Monthly Support Group – A safe space where we say our children's names, share our stories, and find hope together. Join The Support Group The Grief Mentor Podcast-Released twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Going Deeper Going Deeper: 1-on-1 Grief Mentor Sessions Maybe you've realized that living without your child is harder than you ever imagined. If you need deeper support, come sit with me, friend. This isn't a casual meet-and-greet—it's an intentional, Spirit-led time where I pray over you before we even speak. If you're ready for that kind of support, book a Grief Mentor Session. XOXO Teresa-Your Grief Mentor 🔗 Join the Free Support Group:The Grief Mentor Support 💙 Book a Grief Mentor Session: Grief Mentor Session

#212 // Restless Soul After Child Loss? How to Find Peace

2025-09-1327:47

Friend, does your soul feel restless after loss? Maybe your mind won't stop racing, your heart never stops aching, and no matter how tired you are, your body doesn't find rest. I remember feeling that way after Andrew died — like nothing could quiet the storm inside me. But Psalm 23 tells us something different: "He leads me beside still waters; He refreshes my soul." What does that really mean when your life feels anything but peaceful? In this episode, we'll talk about: Why grief makes your soul feel so thirsty and unsettled What W. Phillip Keller, a real-life shepherd, teaches us about "still waters" The difference between the world's quick fixes and the refreshment Jesus offers How to let the Good Shepherd restore your soul right where you are If you've been desperate for peace, this conversation will remind you — the Shepherd knows exactly where to lead you. 👉 Listen Next: Episode 211 — Overwhelmed by the Everyday After Child Loss: Small Steps That Actually Help Episode 197 — Faith After the Funeral: Why What You Believe About God Changes Everything Episode 186 — Will I Ever Get Better? A Grieving Mom's Guide to Finding Hope in the Chaos Grief Mentor Resources: Seven Free Ways The Grief Mentor Can Support You: Free Grief Survival Guide – The exact steps I used to keep me alive in that first year. Download your free copy at The Grief Mentor Website(scroll to the bottom of the page). Free Grief Masterclass – A two-day event packed with tools to help you navigate grief, available on my website. The Grief Mentor Website Need access to Day 2? Reach out, and I'll send it to you! Teresa's Grief Worship Playlist – Music is hard, I get it. But this playlist gave me courage for tomorrow and confidence for the future. Find it at the bottom of my homepage or reach out if you need the direct link. Weekly Newsletter – Encouragement straight to your inbox every Tuesday with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights and links to both podcast episodes. Become A Grief Mentor Insider The Grief Mentor Blog – A new way to support you with faith-filled encouragement in your grief journey. The Grief Mentor Blog Monthly Support Group – A safe space where we say our children's names, share our stories, and find hope together. Join The Support Group The Grief Mentor Podcast-Released twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Going Deeper Going Deeper: 1-on-1 Grief Mentor Sessions Maybe you've realized that living without your child is harder than you ever imagined. If you need deeper support, come sit with me, friend. This isn't a casual meet-and-greet—it's an intentional, Spirit-led time where I pray over you before we even speak. If you're ready for that kind of support, book a Grief Mentor Session. XOXO Teresa-Your Grief Mentor 🔗 Join the Free Support Group:The Grief Mentor Support 💙 Book a Grief Mentor Session: Grief Mentor Session

#211 // Overwhelmed After Child Loss? Small Steps That Help

2025-09-0924:24

Overwhelmed by the Everyday After Child Loss Episode 211 — The Grief Mentor Podcast Why does everything feel so difficult after your child is no longer walking beside you? The laundry piles up. Dinner feels impossible. A trip to the store can leave you frozen in the aisle. Even simple decisions can feel unbearable. Friend, you are not alone. Grief changes everything—your body, your mind, your energy, your capacity. What once felt effortless now feels overwhelming. In today's episode, Teresa shares her own story of standing paralyzed in a grocery aisle after her son Andrew died, and together we'll talk about why ordinary life feels so heavy in grief—and the steps you can take to begin easing the overwhelm. In this episode: Why everyday tasks become so hard after loss How grief affects your body and your ability to function A personal story that may feel all too familiar in your own experience Practical steps to help lighten the daily weight of grief Gentle encouragement for the days when you can barely manage the basics Friend, if you are struggling to keep up with daily life right now, remember—there is nothing wrong with you. You are grieving. And God sees the weight you carry. ✨ Listen now and be reminded that you don't have to do this alone. Listen next Will I Ever Get Better? (Ep. 186) How Do I Stop Pretending I'm Okay? (Ep. 187) Why Seasons Trigger Grief—and What To Do About It (Ep. 209) How to Know if You're Healing or Just Hiding (Ep. 200) _________________________________________________________________ Grief Mentor Resources: Seven Free Ways The Grief Mentor Can Support You: Free Grief Survival Guide – The exact steps I used to keep me alive in that first year. Download your free copy at The Grief Mentor Website(scroll to the bottom of the page). Free Grief Masterclass – A two-day event packed with tools to help you navigate grief, available on my website. The Grief Mentor Website Need access to Day 2? Reach out, and I'll send it to you! Teresa's Grief Worship Playlist – Music is hard, I get it. But this playlist gave me courage for tomorrow and confidence for the future. Find it at the bottom of my homepage or reach out if you need the direct link. Weekly Newsletter – Encouragement straight to your inbox every Tuesday with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights and links to both podcast episodes. Become A Grief Mentor Insider The Grief Mentor Blog – A new way to support you with faith-filled encouragement in your grief journey. The Grief Mentor Blog Monthly Support Group – A safe space where we say our children's names, share our stories, and find hope together. Join The Support Group The Grief Mentor Podcast-Released twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Going Deeper Going Deeper: 1-on-1 Grief Mentor Sessions Maybe you've realized that living without your child is harder than you ever imagined. If you need deeper support, come sit with me, friend. This isn't a casual meet-and-greet—it's an intentional, Spirit-led time where I pray over you before we even speak. If you're ready for that kind of support, book a Grief Mentor Session. XOXO Teresa-Your Grief Mentor 🔗 Join the Free Support Group:The Grief Mentor Support 💙 Book a Grief Mentor Session: Grief Mentor Session

#210// God Let Me Down When My Child Died-How Can I Trust Him Now?

2025-09-0626:56

When your child died, did it feel like God let you down? Maybe you've thought, "If He really loved me, this wouldn't have happened." Friend, you're not alone in those questions. The way you see God will shape the way you grieve—and when loss shakes everything, it can be hard to know who He really is. In this episode, we'll talk about: Why grief makes you question God's character and love 💔 The dangerous lie the enemy wants you to believe when you're most vulnerable What Scripture reveals about God as Faithful and True A simple practice to help you start seeing His faithfulness again You don't have to wrestle with those questions alone. Join me as we uncover what's true about God in the darkest places of grief—and how His faithfulness can steady your heart, even now. _________________________________________________________________ Grief Mentor Resources: Seven Free Ways The Grief Mentor Can Support You: Free Grief Survival Guide – The exact steps I used to keep me alive in that first year. Download your free copy at The Grief Mentor Website(scroll to the bottom of the page). Free Grief Masterclass – A two-day event packed with tools to help you navigate grief, available on my website. The Grief Mentor Website Need access to Day 2? Reach out, and I'll send it to you! Teresa's Grief Worship Playlist – Music is hard, I get it. But this playlist gave me courage for tomorrow and confidence for the future. Find it at the bottom of my homepage or reach out if you need the direct link. Weekly Newsletter – Encouragement straight to your inbox every Tuesday with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights and links to both podcast episodes. Become A Grief Mentor Insider The Grief Mentor Blog – A new way to support you with faith-filled encouragement in your grief journey. The Grief Mentor Blog Monthly Support Group – A safe space where we say our children's names, share our stories, and find hope together. Join The Support Group The Grief Mentor Podcast-Released twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Going Deeper Going Deeper: 1-on-1 Grief Mentor Sessions Maybe you've realized that living without your child is harder than you ever imagined. If you need deeper support, come sit with me, friend. This isn't a casual meet-and-greet—it's an intentional, Spirit-led time where I pray over you before we even speak. If you're ready for that kind of support, book a Grief Mentor Session. XOXO Teresa-Your Grief Mentor 🔗 Join the Free Support Group:The Grief Mentor Support 💙 Book a Grief Mentor Session: Grief Mentor Session

#209 // Why Seasons Trigger Grief — And What To Do About It

2025-09-0216:54

Have you ever felt grief sneak up on you when the seasons shift? Maybe it's the first cool breeze, the sound of rain on leaves, or even the back-to-school aisles at the store. Suddenly, your heart aches in ways you weren't expecting. Friend, you're not imagining it — the change of seasons can stir some of the heaviest waves of grief after child loss. In this episode, we'll talk about: Why seasonal changes often trigger fresh waves of grief 💔 How memories tied to sights, smells, and traditions impact your heart The steady truth about God's presence when everything else changes A first step you can take to prepare your heart before the next season arrives You don't have to face seasonal grief alone. Join me as we explore what's really happening and how you can begin to steady your heart when the air shifts and the memories feel too heavy. _________________________________________________________________ Grief Mentor Resources: Seven Free Ways The Grief Mentor Can Support You: Free Grief Survival Guide – The exact steps I used to keep me alive in that first year. Download your free copy at The Grief Mentor Website(scroll to the bottom of the page). Free Grief Masterclass – A two-day event packed with tools to help you navigate grief, available on my website. The Grief Mentor Website Need access to Day 2? Reach out, and I'll send it to you! Teresa's Grief Worship Playlist – Music is hard, I get it. But this playlist gave me courage for tomorrow and confidence for the future. Find it at the bottom of my homepage or reach out if you need the direct link. Weekly Newsletter – Encouragement straight to your inbox every Tuesday with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights and links to both podcast episodes. Become A Grief Mentor Insider The Grief Mentor Blog – A new way to support you with faith-filled encouragement in your grief journey. The Grief Mentor Blog Monthly Support Group – A safe space where we say our children's names, share our stories, and find hope together. Join The Support Group The Grief Mentor Podcast-Released twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Going Deeper Going Deeper: 1-on-1 Grief Mentor Sessions Maybe you've realized that living without your child is harder than you ever imagined. If you need deeper support, come sit with me, friend. This isn't a casual meet-and-greet—it's an intentional, Spirit-led time where I pray over you before we even speak. If you're ready for that kind of support, book a Grief Mentor Session. XOXO Teresa-Your Grief Mentor 🔗 Join the Free Support Group:The Grief Mentor Support 💙 Book a Grief Mentor Session: Grief Mentor Session

# 208// Will My Marriage Survive After Losing a Child? The Truth You Need to Hear

2025-08-3024:12

When your child is no longer walking beside you, grief doesn't just touch your heart—it shakes your marriage to its core. Moms and dads often grieve in very different ways. For many, those differences can feel like distance, silence, or even rejection. If you've ever wondered whether your marriage can survive the weight of child loss, this episode is for you. I'll share: 💔 Why moms and dads often grieve so differently 🧩 How unspoken expectations can quietly build walls between you 🙏 Steps you can take to protect love in the middle of pain 🌱 The truth that can help your marriage not only endure but grow stronger You don't have to walk this road as strangers passing in the same house. There is hope for connection, grace, and even healing inside your marriage—even in the middle of grief. _________________________________________________________________ Grief Mentor Resources: Seven Free Ways The Grief Mentor Can Support You: Free Grief Survival Guide – The exact steps I used to keep me alive in that first year. Download your free copy at The Grief Mentor Website(scroll to the bottom of the page). Free Grief Masterclass – A two-day event packed with tools to help you navigate grief, available on my website. The Grief Mentor Website Need access to Day 2? Reach out, and I'll send it to you! Teresa's Grief Worship Playlist – Music is hard, I get it. But this playlist gave me courage for tomorrow and confidence for the future. Find it at the bottom of my homepage or reach out if you need the direct link. Weekly Newsletter – Encouragement straight to your inbox every Tuesday with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights and links to both podcast episodes. Become A Grief Mentor Insider The Grief Mentor Blog – A new way to support you with faith-filled encouragement in your grief journey. The Grief Mentor Blog Monthly Support Group – A safe space where we say our children's names, share our stories, and find hope together. Join The Support Group The Grief Mentor Podcast-Released twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Going Deeper Going Deeper: 1-on-1 Grief Mentor Sessions Maybe you've realized that living without your child is harder than you ever imagined. If you need deeper support, come sit with me, friend. This isn't a casual meet-and-greet—it's an intentional, Spirit-led time where I pray over you before we even speak. If you're ready for that kind of support, book a Grief Mentor Session. XOXO Teresa-Your Grief Mentor 🔗 Join the Free Support Group:The Grief Mentor Support 💙 Book a Grief Mentor Session: Grief Mentor Session

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