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Grief 2 Growth

Grief 2 Growth

By: Brian D. Smith
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"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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Episodes
  • From Pain to Purpose: Kim Hodous on Connecting with Her Children in Spirit

    From Pain to Purpose: Kim Hodous on Connecting with Her Children in Spirit
    Jun 3 2025

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    In this unforgettable conversation, host Brian D. Smith talks with Kim Hodous, a speaker, author, and “shining light parent” who has experienced the unimaginable—losing not one, but two of her children. In her search for healing, Kim discovered something extraordinary: a way to continue her relationship with her son Rob, even after his passing.

    Raised in a religious household, Kim’s beliefs were shaken—and ultimately expanded—when grief became her teacher and spirit became her guide. In this episode, she shares:

    • Her early religious roots and how grief transformed her faith
    • The distinction between fentanyl poisoning and overdose
    • Her emotional journey of connecting with her children in spirit
    • How Rob continues to guide her from the other side 💫
    • Why she believes that any parent can connect with their child

    Kim’s story offers not just hope, but practical guidance for navigating the intersection of loss, love, and the afterlife.

    🔗 Links & Resources:

    • 🌐 Visit Kim's site & course info: https://messagesformoms.com
    • 📘 Be the first to get Kim’s upcoming book: “My Son’s Afterlife Breakthrough” (join her launch list on her site)
    • 💬 Continue the conversation: https://grief2growth.com/community

    🔊 Listen Now On:

    • Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube

    💡 Highlights You’ll Love:

    • The dream that changed everything: Kim’s “waking dream” visit from Rob
    • How grief can be both a portal to pain and a path to power
    • Why Kim says Rob’s death was “exactly on time”
    • The surprising connection between addiction and spiritual purpose

    💬 We Want to Hear from You!

    ✨ Have you experienced a sign from a loved one in spirit?
    ✨ Do you struggle to reconcile religious teachings with spiritual experiences?

    Visit the Grief 2 Growth store for FREE items as well as other tools to help you along your journey:

    • Guided Meditations
    • My book GEMS of Healing (signed copy)
    • My Oracle deck to help you connect with your loved ones
    • Mini-courses
    • Mini-guides

    Check it out at https://grief2growth.com/store

    You can send me a text by clicking the link at the top of the show notes. Use fanmail to:

    1.) Ask questions.
    2.) Suggest future guests/topics.
    3.) Provide feedback

    Can't wait to hear from you!

    I've been studying Near Death Experiences for many years now. I am 100% convinced they are real. In this short, free ebook, I not only explain why I believe NDEs are real, I share some of the universal secrets brought back by people who have had them.

    https://www.grief2growth.com/ndelessons

    Support the show

    🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Join Facebook Group- Get Support and Education
    👛 Subscribe to Grief 2 Growth Premium (bonus episodes)
    📰 Get A Free Gift
    📅 Book A Complimentary Discovery Call
    📈 Leave A Review

    Thanks so much for your support
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Forgiveness, Family, and Finding Freedom Through Storytelling- Kennerly Clay EP 429

    Forgiveness, Family, and Finding Freedom Through Storytelling- Kennerly Clay EP 429
    May 27 2025

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    🔍 Episode Summary:

    What if the stories we’ve buried hold the power to heal us? In this deeply personal and moving conversation, Brian D. Smith speaks with Kennerly Clay, author of Letters from East of Nowhere, about the long road to forgiveness, the wounds of parental abandonment, and the unexpected redemption found in decades of handwritten letters.

    Kennerly’s father, an alcoholic and long-haul truck driver, was largely absent from her life. But through raw honesty, early sobriety, and years of storytelling, she found a way to forgive—and even to love—the man who shaped her pain.

    💬 This episode explores:

    • The power of writing to reclaim your narrative 🖋️
    • How forgiveness frees us, even when others don’t change 🕊️
    • Rediscovering lost love through preserved letters 💌
    • Turning personal trauma into a purposeful message 🌈

    You’ll walk away with a new lens on your own past—and perhaps the courage to look at it with more compassion.

    👤 Guest: Kennerly Clay

    Kennerly is a memoirist, speaker, and storytelling strategist helping others transform personal pain into powerful purpose. Her memoir Letters from East of Nowhere: Daddy’s Words to Live, Drink, and Die By is available now.

    🔗 Learn more & get the book: https://lettersfromeastofnowhere.com

    🔗 Links & Resources

    • 💻 Visit our community: grief2growth.com/community
    • 📘 Get Letters from East of Nowhere: lettersfromeastofnowhere.com
    • 🎧 Subscribe on YouTube: Grief 2 Growth Channel
    • 📬 Join Brian’s newsletter: grief2growth.com

    🔁 Share This Episode

    Know someone who's struggling to forgive a parent? Or searching for purpose in pain?
    🎧 Share this episode with a friend, and tag us @grief2growth on social media!

    💭 We Want to Hear From You

    What’s one story from your past you’ve learned to see in a new light?

    👇 Leave a comment on YouTube or join our community discussion:

    This deck is a labor of love. It's a 44 card oracle deck that's about connecting you to your loved one in spirit. The deck comes with a companion digital guide that gives you an affirmation, a reflection, and an activity for the day.

    Check it out at https://stan.store/grief2growth/p/oracle-deck

    You can send me a text by clicking the link at the top of the show notes. Use fanmail to:

    1.) Ask questions.
    2.) Suggest future guests/topics.
    3.) Provide feedback

    Can't wait to hear from you!

    I've been studying Near Death Experiences for many years now. I am 100% convinced they are real. In this short, free ebook, I not only explain why I believe NDEs are real, I share some of the universal secrets brought back by people who have had them.

    https://www.grief2growth.com/ndelessons

    Support the show

    🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Join Facebook Group- Get Support and Education
    👛 Subscribe to Grief 2 Growth Premium (bonus episodes)
    📰 Get A Free Gift
    📅 Book A Complimentary Discovery Call
    📈 Leave A Review

    Thanks so much for your support
    Show more Show less
    1 hr
  • Is Afterlife Communication Real? | Daniel Drasin on EVP, Ghosts, and Consciousness EP 428

    Is Afterlife Communication Real? | Daniel Drasin on EVP, Ghosts, and Consciousness EP 428
    May 20 2025

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    Episode Summary:
    Award-winning filmmaker and afterlife researcher Daniel Drasin joins Brian for one of the most mind-opening conversations in Grief to Growth history. From capturing real spirit voices through EVP to experiencing a solid, physical ghost encounter witnessed by multiple people, Daniel shares decades of research that challenge what we think we know about reality.

    Together, they dive deep into instrumental transcommunication (ITC), the power of language in shaping our beliefs, and the vital distinction between scientific skepticism and close-minded debunking. Whether you’re grieving, curious, or deeply spiritual, this episode will stir your soul and stretch your mind.

    What We Cover in This Episode:

    • 🎬 How Daniel went from filmmaking to afterlife exploration
    • 🎤 What EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomena) tells us about spirit contact
    • 📺 The mysterious origins of video and photographic spirit messages
    • 👻 Daniel’s unforgettable experience with a spirit who physically manifested
    • 🧠 How language limits—and expands—our understanding of consciousness
    • 🔬 Why true science embraces curiosity, not dismissal
    • 📱 Are spirits using modern tech to reach us?

    Watch Daniel’s Films:
    📽 Calling Earth & The Scole Experiment — Watch on Vimeo
    📘 Buy the book: A New Science of the Afterlife

    Join the Conversation:
    💬 Got a story or sign from a loved one? Share it in our community:
    👉 grief2growth.com/community

    Connect with Daniel Drasin:
    🌐 Website: dandrasin.com
    📖 A New Science of the Afterlife – available wherever books are sold

    💬 We Want to Hear from You!

    Have you ever experienced a sign from a loved one?
    What do you think about afterlife communication?

    Drop a comment, email Brian, or come share your experience in the community.

    This deck is a labor of love. It's a 44 card oracle deck that's about connecting you to your loved one in spirit. The deck comes with a companion digital guide that gives you an affirmation, a reflection, and an activity for the day.

    Check it out at https://stan.store/grief2growth/p/oracle-deck

    You can send me a text by clicking the link at the top of the show notes. Use fanmail to:

    1.) Ask questions.
    2.) Suggest future guests/topics.
    3.) Provide feedback

    Can't wait to hear from you!

    I've been studying Near Death Experiences for many years now. I am 100% convinced they are real. In this short, free ebook, I not only explain why I believe NDEs are real, I share some of the universal secrets brought back by people who have had them.

    https://www.grief2growth.com/ndelessons

    Support the show

    🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Join Facebook Group- Get Support and Education
    👛 Subscribe to Grief 2 Growth Premium (bonus episodes)
    📰 Get A Free Gift
    📅 Book A Complimentary Discovery Call
    📈 Leave A Review

    Thanks so much for your support
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 13 mins
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