22. Finding Joy After Loss: A Conversation with Vicki Goodman

What the Gut

In this podcast episode, host Allison welcomes Vicki Paris Goodman, a retired mechanical engineer and author of 'To Sam With Love, A Surviving Spouse's Story of Inspired Grief'. Vicki shares her journey of losing her husband Sam to cancer soon after retiring to Prescott, Arizona, and how, despite the grief, she experienced an unexpected flood of optimism and opportunities that led her to new hobbies and discoveries about herself. She discusses the role of faith and the belief in an afterlife that shaped her path post-loss. Vicki's story is not just about coping with grief but finding a way to thrive, offering an enlightening perspective on dealing with loss and finding wellness.

01:29 The Story Behind 'To Sam With Love' and Embracing Optimism in Grief

03:23 Exploring the Unlikely Opportunities and Positive Changes Post-Loss

06:54 Navigating Grief with Wellness and Resilience

12:29 Finding Comfort and Confirmation in the Afterlife

20:34 Holistic Health, Self-Care, and Feeding the Soul

25:21 Concluding Thoughts and Special Offer for Listeners

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🎙️Show Notes and Resources

Connect with Allison:

• Instagram: @allison_and_wellness

Connect with Vicki:

• ​Pinterest
• Facebook
• Bookbub
• Author Central
• Goodreads
• LinkedIn
• www.inspiredgrief.com
• www.vickiparisgoodman.com

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