Grief 2 Growth
"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 parents, life coaches, mediums, healers, near death experiencers, and experts in various fields—as they discuss topics like survival guilt, synchronicities, and the scientific evidence supporting the existence of the afterlife. You'll come away with actionable advice, renewed hope, and the comforting knowledge that love and life are eternal.
One of the most powerful ways we know what awaits us and where we came from is Near Death Experiences. Much of Brian's knowledge is derived from extensive study of this phenomenon, along with interviewing dozens of near death experience experiencers.
Brian knows the soul-crushing weight of loss; his journey began with the sudden passing of his fifteen-year-old daughter, Shayna. It's not an odyssey he would have chosen, but it has been an odyssey that has chosen him to guide others.
Grief 2 Growth is a sanctuary for those grieving, those curious about the beyond, and anyone eager to explore the fuller dimensions of life and death. Each episode delves into topics that matter most—how to cope, grow, and connect with loved ones in the afterlife. If you ask: “Where did I come from? Why am I here? Where am I going?” this podcast is for you.
This isn't about forgetting your loss or simply 'moving on'; it's about growing in a new direction that honors your loved ones and your spirit. It’s about finding joy and purpose again.
Grief 2 Growth is more than a podcast; it's a community of souls committed to supporting one another through the darkest valleys and highest peaks of human existence. Listen today and start planting seeds for a brighter, more spiritually connected tomorrow."
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FORGOTTEN MEMORIES NO MORE! Matt Jacobson's Fight to Keep His Father’s Story Alive! EP 397
Preserving Legacy Through Loss: Matt Jacobson’s Journey with LifeBooks
Episode Summary:
In this deeply moving episode of Grief to Growth, host Brian Smith speaks with Matt Jacobson, founder of LifeBooks, a platform born from love and a commitment to honoring family legacies. After losing his father while studying abroad, Matt returned to run his family’s mattress store. His experience inspired him to create LifeBooks, an innovative service for families to collaboratively preserve and honor their loved ones' stories in beautifully bound books that last for generations. Matt and Brian explore themes of legacy, healing, and how transforming grief into purpose can create a lasting impact on families.
Guest Bio:
Matt Jacobson grew up in Southern California, spending his early years working in his family's mattress store. After unexpectedly losing his father, he stepped up to continue his father's legacy, both in the family business and by creating LifeBooks. Fueled by a desire to preserve his father’s memory, Matt launched LifeBooks, allowing families to collaborate on capturing the lives and stories of loved ones. His journey is one of resilience, determination, and honoring the sacrifices of those who came before us.
Key Takeaways from the Episode:
- LifeBooks: The Mission Behind the Platform
Matt shares the story of LifeBooks, a collaborative platform that helps families memorialize loved ones by capturing shared memories, photos, and stories in a high-quality book that can be cherished for generations.
- Turning Grief into Purpose
After stepping into his father’s shoes, Matt found a powerful sense of purpose in preserving his father's legacy. He discusses how grief can lead us to discover deeper motivations and drive to create something meaningful.
- Overcoming Hurdles
Matt reflects on the challenges he faced, from managing the family business to launching a startup, and how the LifeBooks project helped him find purpose and healing amidst his own loss.
- A Collaborative Approach to Legacy
LifeBooks’ unique process invites friends and family to contribute stories, photos, and memories. Matt explains how this collective storytelling approach creates a richer, multidimensional view of each loved one’s life.
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