Johanna Stamps, a licensed grief counselor, talks about how we have to acknowledge grief and mourn in order to continue to move towards God’s vision for our life. Many items can be lost such as a job, pets, friendships, and marriages. As men, we need to take time and space to let our brain catch up to the event that has happened. Johanna shares her 7 steps included below and talks about the power of writing a closure letter on the grief you are going through. How to connect with Johanna:johannastamps.com804 944 [email protected] Men’s Alliance | How Great Men Grieve “If you loved it, and lost it, then grieve it” Grief is like an epic hike through a desolate land. 7 Steps of the Journey: 1. TRAILHEAD: AT THE BEGINNING OF THE JOURNEY a. Set the intention to heal, to integrate b. Look for a sign you are grieving: Cognitive, Affective, Physical, Spiritual c. You ONLY work where grief is coming up, that’s the beginning d. Feel the pain (No pain, No gain)... It brings healing 2. LOOK AT THE MAP (Pssst... it’s a magical map) a. The magical map only appears as you walk forward in your grief b. It’s completely unique to you (circumstance, personality, etc.) c. Dispel misconceptions (don’t look for stages) 3. BEGIN WALKING a. Small doses as it comes up b. One thing at a time c. We cannot grieve all at one time. We wouldn’t be able to take it! d. Be creative... example: recognizing important dates (or your body will tell you) 4. GATHER WITH OTHERS - DON’T GRIEVE IN ISOLATION a. Grieving is internal - Mourning is your external or public experience of grief b. ESSENTIAL - speak about the experience of the loss, memories, etc. c. Moves from the head to the heart (READ THIS AGAIN!!!) d. Look for the 1⁄3 who are good with grief (most likely someone who has dealt with their own grief) 5. STOP FOR REST a. Sustenance for your epic journey b. Maybe learn to rest for the first time 6. EXERCISE JOY AND PAIN MUSCLE a. Like any normal ruck or hike there is joy with the pain b. Practice this often when you are grieving 7. GET TO THE LOOKOUT a. Reflect on how far you have come (when you look at the loss with less pain) b. See parts of yourself that are becoming whole again - integrating the loss c. This is OFTEN understanding who you are (e.g. identity) Sponsor: Tom 'Doc' Love CFP®, CRPC®, CRPS® [email protected] Craig Heah. [email protected] https://www.themainstreetgroup.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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We cannot be the light of the world if we do not go into the darkness. As Christians we need to go out into the world and share the good news. However we must always keep our eyes focused on God to avoid getting sidelined by the prevailing culture. Learn More: https://cultureproof.net/ - Website www.youtube.com/@cultureproof1 - Youtube Podcast Sponsor: Hawkins Health and Fitness Nick 'Coach' Hawkins 804-638-1386 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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One of the ways early Christians changed the world is by adopting and caring for orphans. Hear different aspects from being adopted, to adopting, and letting your child be adopted. Are you being called to play a part in adoption? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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Are you holding back in your life, living small, planning for failure? Here are two stories that show how I was planning for failure without noticing, then taking ownership. Are you holding back in your life, living small, planning for failure? What about your walk with Christ? What are the ways you can plan and take action on for strength? Find your tribe at mensalliancetribe.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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Author and speaker, Greg Koukl, explains how we can share our faith by asking questions. Listen as Greg demonstrates how to talk about your beliefs and how to share the gospel without getting stressed. Learn more about Greg: Stand to Reason - website Books Mentioned: Street Smarts - Greg Koukl New Book Tactics - Greg Koukl Book The Story of Reality - Greg Koukl Book A Manual for Creating Atheists - Peter Boghossian Cold Case Christianity - J Warner Wallace Keeping Your Kids on God's Side - Natasha Crain Hero: Being the Strong Father Your Children Need - Meg Meeker Start the Fire Weekend - Register Here --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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