Finding Strength Through Pain: How to Support Yourself and Others in Grief with Langston Jacobs
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In this episode of the Super Daddy Club podcast, Lendo speaks with Langston Jacobs, co-founder of Adam's Purpose along with Shay Jacobs, an organization dedicated to grief awareness and support. They discuss Langston's personal journey through grief after losing his mother and son, the importance of community in healing, and the challenges men face in expressing vulnerability.
The conversation emphasizes the need for safe spaces to process grief, the role of knowledge in overcoming barriers, and the significance of open communication, especially with children. Langston shares insights on navigating grief gracefully and the power of transparency in fostering connections. takeaways Grief can be transformed into purpose and hope. Grieving gracefully allows individuals to heal without causing harm to themselves or others. Communicating loss to children requires sensitivity and honesty.
Community support is vital in the grieving process. Men often struggle with vulnerability due to societal expectations. Creating safe spaces for healing is essential for emotional well-being. Knowledge empowers individuals to navigate grief and loss effectively. Transparency and genuineness can be powerful tools in healing. It's important to honor individual grieving processes within relationships. Self-care is crucial for those supporting others through grief.
Langston's links website:
- https://www.adamspurpose.org/
- https://www.facebook.com/AdamsPurpose
- https://www.instagram.com/adamspurpose_
Denver Based Resources for grieving families and individuals
Angel Eyes is a small Colorado non-profit organization that provides free professional grief support to families that have been impacted by pregnancy loss or the unexpected death of an infant.
- https://www.angeleyes.org
Denver Family Institute is a non-profit organization offering affordable therapy services to families of all backgrounds.
- www.denverfamilyinstitute.org
Judi’s House is the only free-standing organization in the Metro Denver area devoted solely to providing research-based care to grieving children and their families. Please mention that Adam’s Purpose referred you.
- https://www.judishouse.org
Victory Counseling Services provides grief counseling, individual therapy, family counseling, relationship counseling and support on a fee basis. Please mention that Adam’s Purpose referred you.
- http://victorycounselingsvcs.org/
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