Today's conversation revolves around the importance of practicing gratitude, self-care, and radical optimism in the face of adversity. Ashley Jones shares her story of unexpectedly becoming a young parent and then navigating the diagnosis of their child, Skyler's, rare condition.

Ashley tells us about our culture's comfort level with talking about grief. She also sees a great, big need for creating space for grief and healing through conversation, and highlights, among other things, the importance of self-awareness in healing.

They also discuss the complexities of trauma and loss, and the need for a holistic approach to healing that addresses the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of loss. Ashley emphasizes the importance of living authentically, while still setting boundaries and embracing vulnerability.

High Notes

Healing, gratitude, and self-care in difficult circumstances.

Grieving and navigating loss after the death of a child at a young age.

Grief, loss, and finding meaning after a child's death.

Grief support and healing with a nonprofit organization.

Grief, healing, and emotional awareness.

Personal and professional boundaries, authenticity, and trauma recovery.

Living authentically, dealing with criticism, and writing a book on surviving loss.

Regrets of the dying, including letting happiness, staying in touch with friends, expressing feelings, and living authentically.

Find out more about Ashley and the Momento Organization here.

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