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Grief 2 Growth

Brian D. Smith
Grief
Healing
Spirituality
Mediumship
Mental Health
Near Death Experiences
Near-Death Experiences
Afterlife
Spiritual Growth
Personal Growth
Forgiveness
Trauma
Resilience
Loss
Suicide
Personal Transformation
Meditation
Dreams
Community Support
Autism

"Transform your grief into growth with Brian Smith, an empathetic life coach, certified grief educator, public speaker, and author who has walked the treacherous path of profound loss. Grief 2 Growth unravels the intricacies of life, death, and the spaces in between, offering listeners a new perspective on what it means to be 'Planted. Not Buried.'

Join Brian and his compelling guests—bereaved par... more

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Latest Episodes

What if nothing is wrong with you because your grief hasn't "resolved"? 🌱

Autism and grief is a conversation that rarely gets space, and in this episode Christopher Carazas gives it room. Chris was diagnosed as autistic in 2020, after he had alread... more

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What if grief isn’t only something we survive—but something that reveals how deeply we’ve loved?

In this episode of Grief 2 Growth, I sit down with Carl Manlan, author of I Can Breathe, for a powerful conversation about grief, fatherhood, emotional ... more

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What if the memories of someone you love had a real place to live, and you could walk through them whenever you needed to?

In this episode, I talk with architect Alexander Josephson about how to preserve memories of a loved one, and why grief may be... more

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What if your body isn't broken — it's trying to tell you something?

In this episode of Grief 2 Growth, Brian sits down with Dr. Karyn Shanks, a physician who spent over 40 years learning what medical school never taught her — including from her own ... more

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Recent Guests

Carl Manlan
Executive with a deep background in inclusive impact and sustainability
Global development and nonprofit organizations (Global Fund, UN agencies, Visa)
Episode: You Only Grieve Because You Loved | Carl Manlan on Loss, Healing & Fatherhood | EP 508
Alexander Josephson
Architect and founder of the digital memorial platform Cumulus
Cumulus World
Episode: Preserving the Memories of Those You Love- with Alexander Josephson | EP 507
Karyn Shanks
Physician; board certified in Internal and Functional Medicine; author of Heal
Unbroken Academy / Heal
Episode: Grief Stored in the Body: Dr. Karyn Shanks on Why Illness Isn't a Failure | EP 506
Loni Fagel
Licensed professional clinical counselor, EMDRIA approved consultant, expressive arts therapist, children's author, international speaker
Independent practitioner specializing in medical trauma and grief
Episode: Grieving Your Old Self After A Diagnosis with Loni Fagel | EP 505
Michael McAdams
Speaker and author associated with spirit teachings; discusses psychometry, spirit guides, and the Urantia Book
SpiritSpeaks.com / An Angel Told Me So
Episode: Spirit Guides vs. Angels What's The Difference? with Michael McAdams | EP 504
Alexandra Grabbe
Author and caregiver, author of Seeing Joy
Koehler Books
Episode: What My Mother's Deathbed Visions Taught Me About What Comes Next | Alexandra Grabbe | EP 503
Maya Tiwari
Spiritual teacher, humanitarian, Ayurveda pioneer; author of I Am Shakti
Author of I Am Shakti; Ayurveda pioneer
Episode: Reclaiming Divine Feminine Power with Maya Tiwari | EP 500
Michelle Brock
Past Life Regression Specialist, Psychic Medium, Spiritual Life Coach
Independent practitioner based in New York City
Episode: Can Past Lives Heal Grief? with Michelle Brock | EP 497
Lisa Campion
Best-selling author and healer
The Art of Psychic Reiki / Quantum Lightwave Healing
Episode: Empath Energy Protection: How to Stop Carrying Everyone Else's Pain | Lisa Campion

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Brian Smith
Host of Grief 2 Growth; provides empathetic interviewing and practical grief guidance.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 180 ratings
  • Thoughtful, relatable, grounded, inspiring

    I have listened to some of these episodes multiple times - there is something about Brian’s energy that makes you feel at home and thirsty for more of his and his guests’ wisdom. Such a gift - highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlexPTB
    United States7 months ago
  • All kinds of grieving stories

    Brian does a great job of presenting all kinds of grief stories and experiences. Hearing how others process their grief helps me process mine.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LisaWoolery
    United States8 months ago
  • Truly Insightful

    Brian is a thoughtful, compassionate and insightful host. I gather so much from every one of his interviews. Definitely a worthwhile listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BartonBaenich
    United States8 months ago
  • Beautiful podcast about grief

    Brian is an incredibly insightful host, who gives his guests the space to talk while also sharing his insights. It’s been very comforting to hear other people’s grief stories. Thank you Brian!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hannah R3
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fascinating episode

    I really loved the last episode about why we are really here. What he said about Karma really spoke to my soul and so much about what I was already feeling about my experience in this Earth school. Thank you! 🩵

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lllhhhppp
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests are described as thoughtful, compassionate, and deeply engaging.
Reviews frequently highlight the show's supportive tone and meaningful guest selections.
Listeners praise the host for creating a comforting, insightful space for diverse grief stories.
Audience notes the show provides practical tools for healing and growth after loss.

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Reclaiming Divine Feminine Power with Maya Tiwari | EP 500
Q: How can individuals begin reclaiming Divine Feminine Power in daily life?
Start with quiet self-inquiry, forgiveness, and recognizing that true power comes from within; focus on body-spirit balance, simple practices, and honoring one's inner truth rather than external validation.
Reclaiming Divine Feminine Power with Maya Tiwari | EP 500
Q: What is Shakti and why is it central to reclaiming feminine power?
Shakti is the primordial creative force that births and sustains the universe; it embodies both creative power and sovereign protection, and its realization in the feminine body is key to reclaiming power blocked by patriarchal structures.
Loneliness After Loss: Miist on Finding Your Voice and the 15 Seconds That Can Save a Life | EP 501
Q: How did you get discovered and start producing music on a bigger stage?
She recounts meeting Narada Michael Walden after a casual exchange with another musician; he invited her to his studio, where she performed multiple songs and was offered to produce an album, a moment that felt dreamlike and transformative.
Spirit Guides vs. Angels What's The Difference? with Michael McAdams | EP 504
Q: What was your experience like starting to receive messages from your mother and others?
Michael explains the development of his and his mother's abilities, the role of dedicated sessions, and how different spirit teachers conveyed messages with distinct voices, emphasizing personal relevance and discernment.
Grief Stored in the Body: Dr. Karyn Shanks on Why Illness Isn't a Failure | EP 506
Q: How would you define transformational psychology and its role in healing?
Transformational psychology encompasses approaches that acknowledge human potential and seek to help people heal trauma, shift perspectives, and redefine how they experience themselves and the world, emphasizing growth and reframing rather than simply treating symptoms.

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This program centers on transforming grief into growth through empathetic conversations with researchers, practitioners, and experiencers who explore grief, afterlife, spirituality, and meaning. Episodes mix resilience stories, practical coping tools, and explorations of metaphysical topics like near-death experiences, energy healing, and connection with loved ones beyond death. A notable pattern is the host's emphasis on compassionate listening, actionable guidance, and interviews with a diverse range of experts—from therapists and hospice professionals to mediums and breathwork specialists—aimed at helping listeners find purpose, healing, and a sense of continuity after loss.

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Recent guests on Grief 2 Growth include:

1. Carl Manlan
2. Alexander Josephson
3. Karyn Shanks
4. Loni Fagel
5. Michael McAdams
6. Alexandra Grabbe
7. Maya Tiwari
8. Michelle Brock

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