How To Deal With Grief and Trauma

94 Rachel Tenpenny McGonigle | Managing the Holidays While Dealing With Grief and Trauma

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About this week’s episode

As the holiday season approaches, emotions around grief and trauma can intensify, especially during family gatherings. Tune into this episode with one of our favourite guests on the podcast, Rachel Tenpenny McGonigle (E1, E50 and E88) to gain insights into dealing with grief and trauma and explore effective ways to manage Christmas and grief. We will delve into how to navigate family gatherings when you as a member are dealing with recent loss and/or trauma. 

We aim to offer a safe space where you as the listener can find solace, learn, and empower yourself through shared experiences and professional guidance.

About this week’s guest

Helping people through grief is Rachel’s passion. After her twin baby daughters Aubrey and Ellie died in 2008, she made a promise to them that she’d learn how to heal after loss and share what she learned with everyone who wants to heal too. Rachel has spent over a decade making good on her promise and has helped hundreds of clients build a meaningful and purposeful life after loss.

Find out more on Rachel’s website: thegriefgal.com

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