Episode 47 - Good Grief? - Part 1
If You Really Knew Me
Friday, March 21, 2025 -
In this episode, licensed clinical professional counselor Chelsea Steinsdorfer joins hosts Kim and Ben to discuss grief, its various seasons, and how different Enneagram types may experience loss.Chelsea shares her personal journey through grief, including the loss of her father and years of infertility, and how these experiences shaped her approach to grief counseling. The conversation explores the five seasons of grief - denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance - and how grief manifests as waves that come and go.KEY TAKEAWAYSGrief isn't just about death - it can be any significant loss including relationships, jobs, or life plansThe term ""seasons"" is preferred over ""stages"" as grief isn't linear and can come back aroundEach Enneagram type may experience and process grief differentlyProcessing grief alone isn't recommended - support from others or professional help is valuableAccepting grief doesn't mean forgetting or ""moving on"" - it's about learning to live with the lossPreparing a ""coping toolbox"" during good days can help during difficult waves of griefResources:Books:"Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy" by Mark Vroegop - about discovering the practice of lamentingRESOURCESBooks:"Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy" by Mark Vroegop - about discovering the practice of lamentingCounseling Resources:PsychologyToday.com - find local counselors that match your needsBetterHelp.com - online counseling platformBiblical Reference:Psalm 34:18 - "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted, and saves the crushed in spirit"For more about the Enneagram types, listeners are encouraged to refer to Episode 2 of the podcast.WAYS TO CONNECTNewsletter: Subscribe for further information about enneagram types and regular updates from the podcast. Visit our website, wearethebridge.org/enneagram, to subscribe and find more episodes, resources, and show notes.Social Media: Follow us for updates and more encouraging content:**Instagram**:@enneagrampodcast**Facebook**:@enneagrampodcastEmail: Have questions or suggestions? knewme@wearethebridge.orgSubscribe and Review: Don’t forget to subscribe to us on your favorite podcast platform and leave a review to help others discover the show.Would you like to have YOUR question answered and maybe even featured on a future episode? Submit your enneagram question to knewme@wearethebridge.orgIf you find this information helpful to you, SUBSCRIBE and journey with us.If you’re not sure where to start but want to know more, refer to Ep 2 - The Enneagram ExplainedInfo credit: Beth McCord (Your Enneagram Coach)Hosts: Kim Willey and Ben SorrellsBen is a Certified Enneagram Coach through YEC and Beth McCordHelpful Links:Discover your Enneagram Type: Here's one that we like! YEC Enneagram Type AssessmentLearn about all 9 types: 9 Types OverviewIn-depth Enneagram Courses: YEC Enneagram Courses Please share If You Really Knew Me with a friend if you enjoyed this episode. If You Really Knew Me is still growing, and your positive review and 5-star rating would help.The Bridge Podcast Network is made possible by generous support from The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel and Victoria’s Restaurant on the boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware - Open 7 days a week, year-round - Learn more at https://boardwalkplaza.comFeedback, or Show Ideas? Send an email to knewme@wearethebridge.orgDownload The Bridge Mobile App to get the latest podcast episodes as soon as they are published!
