Episode 160: Grieving Who You Used to Be

You keep catching yourself missing someone. One day it lands that the someone is you — the woman you were before a hard season changed her. That grief is real, even though it comes with no funeral and no casserole. This episode gives it a name and gives it somewhere to go. In this one, you will find: Why missing your former self counts as real grief, even when it has felt like self-pity or weak faith The research term that finally explains the disorientation you have been carrying How one written practice can move the ache out of your reflection Scripture: Job 42:10-12 (NIV) Research note: Draws on the concept of nonfinite loss (Bruce and Schultz) and Kathy Charmaz’s research on loss of self. Ready for your next step? FREE 5-Minute Daily Reset (instant download): YourNextBestStep.com Weekly encouragement + practical tips: YouTube @CoachJanetJ Instagram: @janetjjaecks If this episode resonated with you, please follow/subscribe and share with a friend who needs their next step. One small step. One day at a time.