This podcast is a compassionate space to honor love, loss, and the wisdom found in between.

Hosted by Shanna Brown, Grief Wise invites listeners into warm, openhearted conversations with people from all walks of life—each sharing their journey through grief, their memories of loved ones, and the enduring questions that loss leaves behind.

This podcast isn't just about sorrow—it's about connection. It's about finding grace in the midst of heartache, and holding space for stories that matter. With each guest, Shanna creates an atmosphere of kindness and healing, where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.

In this episode of GriefWise, host Shanna Brown welcomes guest Shemeka Archer-Grundy , who bravely shares her profound journey through multiple losses. Shemeka recounts losing her mother in 2021, followed closely by the passing of an uncle, and later, an uncle diagnosed with cancer, and a young cousin at 36. She reflects on the unique impact of losing her mother, the matriarch of her family, and how other beloved figures stepped in to fill those voids. Shemeka also discusses the strength she draws from her faith and the encouragement she received from her mother, which inspired her to write the prayer journal, "Reconnecting with God." This episode delves into the emotional and spiritual fortitude required to navigate grief, the importance of finding purpose in pain, and the power of faith in maintaining hope. Shemeka offers poignant wisdom and encouragement for anyone experiencing loss, emphasizing perseverance and the enduring presence of joy.

Whether you're walking through grief, supporting someone who is, or simply seeking deeper understanding, these conversations offer comfort, courage, and companionship.

Because grief touches us all, we walk through it together with gentle wisdom and unwavering love.

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This podcast is a compassionate space to honor love, loss, and the wisdom found in between.

Hosted by Shanna Brown, Grief Wise & Grief Why's invites listeners into warm, openhearted conversations with people from all walks of life—each sharing their journey through grief, their memories of loved ones, and the enduring questions that loss leaves behind.

This podcast isn't just about sorrow—it's about connection. It's about finding grace in the midst of heartache, and holding space for stories that matter. With each guest, Shanna creates an atmosphere of kindness and healing, where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.

Gerry Drake's life took an unforeseen turn, thrusting his faith into a crucible of trials. Adversity struck, testing the very foundations of his spiritual beliefs. Doubt and uncertainty clouded his path, challenging the unwavering trust he once held. The weight of his struggles threatened to dim the flame of faith within him. Yet, Gerry chose a different path. He consciously leaned into his spirituality, seeking solace in prayer and scripture. Through this process, he discovered a deeper connection with the divine. Gerry emerged from the trials with an even stronger faith, a testament to the power of his spiritual convictions.

Whether you're walking through grief, supporting someone who is, or simply seeking deeper understanding, these conversations offer comfort, courage, and companionship.

Because grief touches us all, we walk through it together with gentle wisdom and unwavering love.

This podcast is a compassionate space to honor love, loss, and the wisdom found in between.

Hosted by Shanna Brown, Grief Wise invites listeners into warm, openhearted conversations with people from all walks of life—each sharing their journey through grief, their memories of loved ones, and the enduring questions that loss leaves behind.

This podcast isn't just about sorrow—it's about connection. It's about finding grace in the midst of heartache, and holding space for stories that matter. With each guest, Shanna creates an atmosphere of kindness and healing, where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.

On this episode of the Grief Wise podcast, we’re honored to welcome Norma Johnson—a woman whose journey through grief is guided by a quiet, unwavering force: blind faith. After experiencing profound loss, Norma has leaned into the unknown, trusting each step without needing to see the whole path. Her story is one of surrender, resilience, and spiritual strength, showing us that sometimes the only way forward is to believe—when nothing makes sense, when hope feels distant, when the road ahead is shrouded in uncertainty. Norma’s presence is a testament to the power of faith not built on answers, but on trust. Her words offer a sacred space for listeners who are learning to walk through pain with their hearts open and their eyes closed, one brave step at a time.

Whether you're walking through grief, supporting someone who is, or simply seeking deeper understanding, these conversations offer comfort, courage, and companionship.

Because grief touches us all, we walk through it together with gentle wisdom and unwavering love.