Coping with Sibling Loss: A Journey of Grief and Transformation with Stefanie Joseph

In this episode of The Broken Pack: Stories of Adult Sibling Loss,  surviving sibling, Stefanie Joseph, shares her sibling loss experience of losing her sister Jen to bacterial meningitis during the pandemic. She shares how difficult losing her sister was and how her grief has influenced her work as a business coach and grief support specialist as well as changes in family dynamics, her somatic work, and her podcast (previously called and referenced to in the show as Moving Grief podcast).

Key points:

• Navigating the unique challenges of sibling loss and grief.
• The importance of support and understanding for surviving siblings.
• Using somatic work to cope with grief and trauma.
• How sibling loss can affect family dynamics.
• Finding strength and meaning after sibling loss.

Throughout the episode, Stefanie also discusses:

• How her experience has shaped her work as a business coach and grief support specialist.
•  Continuing bonds with Jen
• The importance of raising awareness about the impact of sibling loss.

To learn more about Stefanie, please visit:
Her website: https://stefaniejoseph.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StefanieJosephBrand/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stefaniejoseph/
Her podcast ( previously called Moving Grief): Stefanie Joseph Podcast - surrendering to life's journey

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