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Brian D. Smith

I am a Grief Guide and Life Purpose Coach. My mission is to help people rediscover who they are and why they are here. In those two questions lie the secrets to not only surviving this life but thriving.


If you're feeling "stuck", it's most likely because you have forgotten the answer to one or both of these questions.


My vision is to create a world where everyone has a sense of purpose and fulfillment. If we know the "why", we can endure any "how'. I want to remind everyone of their true nature and their reason for being.


I became well acquainted with grief in 2015 after the sudden passing of my fifteen-year-old daughter Shayna. After Shayna's passing, I felt my life was over.  I have studied the nature of life and death and how to progress through grief of all kinds from a job loss, divorce, illness or the death of a loved one. I speak from experience of all of the above.


https://www.grief2growth.com

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Bernadette Thompson

Bernadette Thompson is the owner of Tell Me Our Story Genealogy & Ancestral Healing. She is a Grief and Spiritual coach and guide for those seeking a path to healing and self-discovery. As a trained genealogist, professionally certified in understanding grief and trauma, it was her own path through grief that brought clarity to her work. Her focus is to help you journey towards understanding and healing. You will discover the stories of your ancestors opening you up to Ancestral Healing and a deeper understanding of who you are. It will help you make sense of the emotional impact of their lives, uncovering what may have been passed down, and expanding your connection with your ancestral past. It is a journey of self-discovery where you will use the tenets of compassion, forgiveness, resilience, and wisdom. It is also a spiritual journey that will help you overcome the challenges of grief, loss, change, and uncertainty.

https://www.tellmeourstory.com
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Brooke Grove

Brooke Grove is an integrative healer, near-death experiencer (NDEr), and trauma survivor dedicated to merging the sacred with the human experience. Drawing from her profound NDE, Brooke has developed a unique approach to healing that incorporates holistic psychology, transpersonal experiences, and a deep understanding of the spiritual dimensions of life. Her work guides others toward awakening, transformation, and embodied healing, helping individuals reconnect with their soul’s purpose and find peace amid life's challenges. Through speaking engagements, workshops, and one-on-one work, Brooke offers a compassionate and insightful path toward holistic well-being.

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Camille Dan

Camille Dan is the author of the *"Aaron’s Energy"* book series, inspired by the profound experiences and signs she received after the passing of her son Aaron. A former nurse and financial professional, Camille’s journey into the spiritual realm began with the sudden loss of Aaron, which led her to explore afterlife communication, energy, and healing. She is a passionate advocate for bereaved parents and frequently speaks on the continuation of consciousness beyond physical death. Camille is involved with Helping Parents Heal and works to spread messages of hope and connection for those dealing with grief.

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Cheryl Murphy

Cheryl Murphy is an accomplished Evidential Medium and Psychic who has studied metaphysics for over 20 years. She has oriented her practice as a spiritual medium towards channeling departed loved ones and helping people make life’s important decisions. Cheryl is an ordained minister, certified hypnotherapist as well as a Health and Wellness Intuitive. She is the founder of The Healing Prayer Circle and a contributing author to The Last Breath: True Stories of Mediumship, the Afterlife & Messages from Heaven. Sign up for Cheryl's FREE 5 Top Tools to Ignite Your Psychic and Mediumistic Abilities. www.mediumcheryl.com

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Christian Sundberg

Christian Sundberg is a spiritual teacher, speaker, and author who has had pre-birth memory since he was a child. After a profound spiritual awakening in adulthood, Christian began sharing his experiences and insights into the nature of existence, the afterlife, and the purpose of life on Earth. His work focuses on helping people reconnect with their true selves and embrace life as a spiritual journey. Christian's book, A Walk in the Physical, explores these themes, offering readers a unique perspective on the human experience and the soul's eternal nature.

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David Hayward

David Hayward, widely known as the NakedPastor, is an artist, author, and former pastor who uses his creative talents to challenge religious norms and promote spiritual freedom. Through his thought-provoking cartoons, art, and writings, David addresses issues of faith, doubt, deconstruction, and the church in a raw and honest way, helping people navigate their spiritual journeys with authenticity.


David’s work has earned him a large global following as he shares his insights on faith, love, inclusion, and the sometimes painful process of spiritual awakening. His books, including Questions Are the Answer and Till Doubt Do Us Part, offer reflections on faith and the complexities of leaving organized religion. David’s message is one of liberation—encouraging individuals to question, explore, and embrace their personal spiritual paths.

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David Kessler

David Kessler is the world’s foremost expert on grief. His experience with thousands of people on the edge of life and death has taught him the secrets to living a fulfilled life, even after life’s tragedies. He is the author of Finding Meaning, Visions, Trips, and Crowded Rooms, and The Needs of the Dying.

David’s work has been featured in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Business Week, and Life Magazine, and on CNN, Fox, NBC, PBS, and CBS. David has served on the Red Cross Aviation Disaster Team and has volunteered for decades as a Los Angeles Police Department Specialist Reserve Officer. He lectures for physicians, nurses, counselors, police, and first responders and leads talks and retreats for those dealing with grief.

In addition, David worked with the late actors Anthony Perkins and Michael Landon. The founder of the cancer support group The Bogeyman in the Closet, he lectures on living life fully in the face of cancer.

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David W. Berner

David is an acclaimed, award-winning author of fiction, creative nonfiction, memoir, short stories, and poetry.. His work includes the novels A Well-Respected Man, The Islander, Night Radio, Sandman, and Rainbow Man, and the nonfiction books Accidental Lessons, Any Road Will Take You There, Walks with Sam, The Consequence of Stars, and Daylight Saving Time.

He has won the Eric Hoffer Book Award, the NYC Big Book Award, the National Association of Independent Writers and Editors Award for Literary Fiction, and the Book of the Year Award from the Chicago Writers Association. He's also been recognized by the Paris Book Festival, the Hawthorne Prize, the Royal Dragonfly Awards, and the Readers' Choice Awards..

David has been honored as the Writer-in-Residence at the Jack Kerouac Project in Orlando, FL and the at the Ernest Hemingway Birthplace Home and Museum in Oak Park, IL.

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Dr. Natasha P. Trujillo

There's no "right" way to grieve, according to Denver-based psychologist and therapist Dr. Natasha P. Trujillo.

Dr. Trujillo specializes in grief, loss, eating disorders, trauma, life transitions, identity development, perfectionism, and performance psychology. Her expertise extends to working with athletes and performers across the nation, both individually and within team settings.




https://www.andshewasneverthesameagain.com
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Dr. Terri Daniel

Dr. Terri Daniel is a hospice and hospital-trained clinical chaplain, grief counselor, and end-of-life educator specializing in helping individuals and families navigate loss, grief, and spiritual transformation. As an interfaith minister with a doctorate in Pastoral Care and Counseling, Dr. Daniel’s work focuses on integrating spirituality with psychological and practical approaches to grief support.

She is the founder of The Afterlife Conference, an annual event that explores death, dying, and beyond, and the author of several books, including Grief and God: When Religion Does More Harm Than Healing and Turning the Corner on Grief Street. Dr. Daniel’s compassionate approach helps people move beyond traditional grief counseling to find meaning and healing in their experiences. She is a sought-after speaker, workshop facilitator, and spiritual teacher, recognized for her transformative work at the intersection of death, dying, and the afterlife.

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Eric Hodgdon

Eric Hodgdon is a coach, author, and speaker dedicated to helping people navigate through grief and reclaim their lives after loss. After the heartbreaking death of his teenage daughter, Zoi, Eric began his personal journey toward healing and resilience. He authored A Sherpa Named Zoi to share his insights and guide others in finding hope and strength amid their darkest moments. Through his coaching, Eric empowers individuals to take the next steps in their lives by building their own path to post-traumatic growth. He is passionate about fostering a supportive community for those grieving, offering practical strategies to honor loved ones while living forward.

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Frances Key

Frances Key is the author of *The Team: A Mother’s Wisdom from the Other Side*, a profound four-book series that offers spiritual insights into the nature of life, death, and the interconnectedness of all souls. Inspired by her mother’s passing and their continued communication from the afterlife, Frances channeled these teachings to help others understand the broader perspective of the soul’s journey and the existence of spiritual "teams" that guide us from the other side.

Her books, which have resonated deeply with readers worldwide, provide comforting wisdom on grief, life purpose, and the eternal nature of love. Frances's work emphasizes that we are never alone, and that our loved ones remain active participants in our lives from the non-physical realm. In addition to her writing, Frances speaks publicly and offers support to individuals seeking a deeper understanding of spiritual truths.

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James Parker

James Parker is a staff writer at The Atlantic and the author of GET ME THROUGH THE NEXT 5 MINUTES: Odes to Being Alive (W. W. Norton & Company; June 4, 2024). Turned On, his 1998 biography of the punk-rock performer Henry Rollins has been described as “breathlessly brilliant” (New Musical Express) and “a modern-day Pilgrim’s Progress” (Feed.com). He was previously a staff writer for the Boston Phoenix, where he won New England Newspapers and Press Association awards for his reporting on history and religious issues, and an ASCAP Deems Taylor Award for music criticism. In 2012, he was nominated for a National Magazine Award for his columns at The Atlantic. In 2017–18 he was the Institute of Liberal Arts journalism fellow at Boston College. Since 2011, Parker has been running the Black Seed Writers Group—a weekly writing workshop for homeless, transitional, and recently housed writers–and editing The Pilgrim, a literary magazine from the homeless community of downtown Boston.

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Jan Warner

When Jan Warner's husband passed away, she experienced an overwhelming grief that changed her life. Her husband, a recovering alcoholic who dedicated his sober life to helping others, inspired her to make herself available to support grieving individuals. What started as a personal mission grew into a global platform. Jan's blog, Stop Thief Don’t Steal My Grief, continues to receive thousands of monthly visits, while her Facebook page, Grief Speaks Out, has garnered 2.4 million likes worldwide, offering daily support to those navigating loss.

Jan is also the author of the bestselling book Grief Day by Day: Simple Practices and Daily Guidance for Living with Loss. In addition to being a guest on numerous podcasts, Jan has explored all seven continents as a vagabond, produced documentaries, and is currently a producer of the SuperYou musical. Above all, her favorite role is being a grandmother.

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Kelvin Chin

Kelvin Chin is a meditation teacher, speaker, and author who specializes in helping people reduce stress and anxiety, improve decision-making, and better manage the challenges of life and death. With over 50 years of meditation experience, he has taught meditation to thousands of individuals globally, including corporate executives, students, and military personnel. Kelvin is also the author of Overcoming the Fear of Death and founder of the Turning Within Meditation and Grief and Rebirth programs. He brings a practical, non-religious approach to exploring life’s deeper questions.

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Kimberly Meredith

Kimberly Meredith is an internationally recognized medical intuitive, spiritual teacher, and best-selling author known for her extraordinary healing abilities. After experiencing a near-death experience (NDE), she discovered her gift of channeling and healing, working with both divine guidance and scientific knowledge. Kimberly combines traditional and alternative approaches in her work, helping people heal from various physical, emotional, and spiritual ailments. She has been featured on numerous media outlets, and her book, *Awakening to the Fifth Dimension*, explores her healing techniques and insights into achieving optimal wellness.

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Mark Anthony

Mark Anthony, known as the Psychic Lawyer®, is a world-renowned psychic medium, attorney, and bestselling author. Combining his legal background with his intuitive abilities, Mark bridges the gap between the spiritual and physical worlds, offering comfort, healing, and evidence of life after death. He is the author of Never Letting Go and Evidence of Eternity, both of which explore spiritual connection, grief recovery, and the continuity of life beyond death.

Mark is a frequent guest on TV and radio, including shows like Coast to Coast AM, and he is a sought-after speaker at spiritual and legal conferences. His work provides individuals with insight into the afterlife and helps people navigate the grieving process with peace and understanding.

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Nicky Alan

Nicky Alan is a renowned Psychic Medium, Spiritual Teacher, and Author with over 31 years of experience in the spiritual industry. A former police officer and bereavement-trained Detective, she retired on medical grounds in 2003, after which she became a full-time psychic, quickly gaining widespread acclaim. Nicky is known for her intuitive abilities, angel expertise, and paranormal writing, regularly contributing to spiritual magazines such as *Take a Break’s Fate & Fortune* and *Haunted Magazine*. Her debut memoir, *M.E Myself and I: Diary of a Psychic*, was an Amazon bestseller, and her latest release, *The Rise and Fall of Britain's Best Psychic Medium*, is receiving international praise.

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Patricia Saunders

Patricia Saunders is a teacher of the Transcendental Meditation technique and taught Transcendental Meditation for many years in the U.K. Now, she is a teacher in the Consciousness and Human Potential department at Maharishi International University in Iowa. She has published many poems in online journals, and her nonfiction book, An Antidote to Violence: Evaluating the Evidence, was published in 2020 by Changemakers Books. It is now a bestselling book for Changemakers Books and John Hunt Publishing.
Thank you for purchasing Creating a Happy World: Cultivating Happiness through the Transcendental Meditation Program. My sincere hope is that everyone hearing this derives as much fulfilment from reading Creating A Happy World as I did in writing it.

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Penny Wittbrodt

Penny is a good friend of mine. She died suddenly and met god. Watch the full video to know what she found out about energy. Hope that will shock you. Experience the awe-inspiring journey of Penny Wittbrodt, who has encountered death multiple times. In this interview on the "Grief 2 Growth" channel, Penny shares her profound near-death experiences and the astonishing insights she gained from meeting God.

Discover the remarkable wisdom Penny received about energy during her encounters with the divine. Prepare to be shocked as she unveils the secrets she learned about the interconnected nature of energy and its impact on our lives.

Join us as Penny recounts her transformative near-death experiences and offers a unique perspective on life after death. Her stories will challenge your beliefs and open your mind to new possibilities.

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Sarah Brassard

Sarah Brassard is an author, spiritual teacher, and wellness expert dedicated to guiding individuals through the healing journey. With over 25 years of experience, Sarah blends mindfulness, meditation, and self-care practices to help others navigate personal transformation and emotional resilience. She is the author of *Inside: A Guide to the Resources Within*, a book that offers readers practical tools for healing, empowerment, and developing a deeper connection to their inner selves. Sarah’s work focuses on creating a foundation of self-awareness and spiritual growth to support people as they move through life’s challenges, helping them cultivate lasting inner peace and well-being.

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Summer McStravick

Summer McStravick is a personal growth coach, author, podcaster, and creator of Flowdreaming, an energy technique for manifesting, healing, and growing inner emotional strength.

Her books and podcasts have been used worldwide to transform people’s inner emotional landscapes as well as their external lives. Her latest book is called, Stuff Nobody Taught You: 40 Lessons from ME School to Help You Stop Being Miserable and Start Feeling Amazing. Summer’s been teaching Flowdreaming for 18 years. Previously, she worked for Louise L. Hay for a decade and created HayHouseRadio.com. Find her at Flowdreaming.com or through her podcast, Flowdreaming.

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Susanne Wilson

Susanne Wilson, known as the Carefree Medium, is an acclaimed intuitive medium, spiritual teacher, and author. With over 20 years of experience, she is recognized for her ability to connect people with their loved ones in spirit, providing detailed and evidential messages that bring comfort and healing. Susanne holds a master’s degree in public affairs policy and has worked as a corporate executive and university director before dedicating herself fully to mediumship and spirituality.

In addition to her private readings, Susanne teaches workshops, leads seminars, and helps people develop their own intuitive abilities. She is also the author of Soul Smart: What The Dead Teach Us About Spirit Communication, where she shares insights from the spirit world and practical guidance on connecting with departed loved ones. Susanne’s mission is to empower people to live fully, knowing that love and life are eternal.

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William Peters

William Peters is the founder of the Shared Crossing Project and a leading expert on shared death experiences (SDEs). A licensed psychotherapist and educator, he has spent decades studying end-of-life phenomena and the spiritual nature of death. Through the Shared Crossing Project, he offers resources and training to help individuals and families have more meaningful and transformative end-of-life experiences. William is also the author of At Heaven’s Door, which explores SDEs and how they deepen connections between the living and the dying. His work is internationally recognized for bringing comfort, understanding, and healing to those navigating grief and loss.

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