The Liminality of Grief: Embracing who you are becoming

02/25/25 • 29 min

This is the threshold of grief—we’re no longer the person we were before loss, and we haven’t yet discovered who we’re evolving into. So how can we stay true to ourselves as we get to know who we are becoming?

In this episode of the Grief in Life podcast, host Nina Rodriguez explores the concept of liminality in grief, emphasizing the importance of giving oneself permission to feel and operate from a place of becoming. She discusses the challenges of navigating identity shifts after loss, the tools of heart-centered curiosity, boundaries, and self-compassion, and the significance of community and creative expression in the healing process. The conversation highlights the beauty of vulnerability and the ongoing journey of personal growth amidst grief.

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Takeaways:

Grief is a response to loss and life-altering change.
Liminality represents the in-between space of who you were and who you are becoming.
It's essential to give yourself permission to feel.
Heart-centered curiosity helps in navigating grief.
Boundaries shift after loss and need to be communicated.
Being gentle with yourself is crucial during grief.
Grief can lead to anxiety and depression if unattended.
Creative expression is a vital tool for processing grief.
Community support is essential in the grieving process.
Embracing vulnerability can lead to profound personal growth.

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Takeaways:

Grief is a response to loss and life-altering change.
Liminality represents the in-between space of who you were and who you are becoming.
It's essential to give yourself permission to feel.
Heart-centered curiosity helps in navigating grief.
Boundaries shift after loss and need to be communicated.
Being gentle with yourself is crucial during grief.
Grief can lead to anxiety and depression if unattended.
Creative expression is a vital tool for processing grief.
Community support is essential in the grieving process.
Embracing vulnerability can lead to profound personal growth.

Connect with Nina Rodriguez:

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Previous Episode

The Grief Girlie: Shea Wingate on Compounded Grief, Myth Busting, and Making Room for Joy

Have you ever felt like you're grieving "wrong"? Is there a "right" way to grieve?

In this episode of the Grief and Light podcast, host Nina Rodriguez talks with licensed therapist and grief coach, Shea Wingate aka. "The Grief Girlie," about the many faces of grief.

Shea shares her own experience of profound loss and compounded grief, offering insights and wisdom gained from navigating the deaths of her parents and sister in a two-year span, and her calling to work with grievers.

They address common myths surrounding grief, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and validating individual experiences.

This conversation offers a message of hope and practical strategies for finding support, processing emotions, and rediscovering joy after loss.

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Takeaways:

Grief is not just about death; it encompasses various forms of loss.
Moving on from grief does not mean forgetting the loved ones we lost.
Grief can change our identity and how we view ourselves.
The acute phase of grief can feel overwhelming and disorienting.
Each loss has a unique 'tone and flavor,' affecting how we grieve.
Grief work involves integrating loss into our lives, not just getting over it.
Finding a grief-informed therapist can provide essential support.
Social media can be a powerful tool for connecting with others in grief.
Sharing personal stories of loss can help others feel less alone.
Grief is a lifelong journey that evolves over time.
It's important to take grief one day at a time.
Each loss is unique and affects one's identity.
Positive experiences are essential for healing.
Rest is a crucial part of processing grief.
Talking about grief helps in its integration.
Societal pressures can complicate the grieving process.
There is no timeline for grief; it's a personal experience.
Seeking help early can prevent overwhelming grief.
Finding balance between grief and joy is vital.

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Lifebooks.io: Matt Jacobson on losing his father, and the future of preserving memories and legacies

How can we ensure that the legacies of our loved ones are not forgotten?

In this episode, I speak with Matt Jacobson, a young entrepreneur whose father passed away unexpectedly, leaving a void in his life. He decided to create Lifebooks, a platform that allows families to collaborate on creating beautiful, high-quality legacy books that tell the stories of their loved ones.

Matt's story is one of resilience and hope. He is an inspiration to anyone who has lost a loved one. His work is helping to ensure that the legacies of those we love will never be forgotten.

This episode is for anyone who has lost a loved one or who wants to learn more about how to preserve family memories.

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Takeaways:

The idea of encapsulating timeless memories with family is crucial.
Grief often brings isolation, but shared experiences can unite us.
Lifebooks was inspired by the desire to honor a loved one's legacy.
Creating a memorial book can be a therapeutic process.
Quality and durability in memorial books are essential for lasting memories.
The collaborative aspect of Lifebooks allows families to share diverse memories.
Grief can lead to profound insights about family and legacy.
The manufacturing process of Lifebooks ensures high-quality products.
Sharing memories can help heal the wounds of loss.
Honoring loved ones through storytelling keeps their essence alive.
It's rewarding to revisit memories in a joyful manner.
Creating a family legacy can be a healing process.
The journey of building Lifebooks was filled with challenges and growth.
Finding purpose after loss is essential for healing.
Engaging in routines helps redefine what you love.
Being kind to yourself is crucial during difficult times.
Embracing life's challenges can lead to personal growth.
Honoring a loved one's legacy can take many forms.
Community support is vital in the grieving process.
Life is a beautiful journey, even amidst hardships.

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Call to action:

Watch / listen to this episode.
Visit lifebooks.io to learn more about how you can create your own Lifebook.

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GRIEF AND LIGHT - The Liminality of Grief: Embracing who you are becoming

Transcript

griefandlight (00:00.066)
This was by far the most powerful aha moment that I had in my own grief that shifted absolutely everything for me. The way I see life, the way I show up in life, the way that I relate to other people. And it was giving myself permission to feel and giving myself permission to operate from a place of becoming. You just lost your loved one. Now what? Welcome to the Grief in Life podcast where we explore this new reality through grief colored lenses. Openly, authentic