Resilience Presence and Healing: Parenting after Loss

Episode Title: Resilient Presence and Healing: Parenting After Loss
Guest: Kyle Jetsel, Founder of Parenting Strong-Willed Kids
Host: Tiffany Lorraine Galloway
Date: August 6, 6 PM MST

Episode Overview
In this deeply moving episode of The Resilient Mother Podcast, Tiffany Lorraine Galloway engages in an insightful conversation with Kyle Jetsel, the Founder of Parenting Strong-Willed Kids. Kyle shares his remarkable journey of resilience and presence following the sudden death of his wife of 30 years. He discusses how he channeled his grief into writing a book and developing a 30-day course inspired by his wife's legacy, focusing on surviving and thriving after loss.

Key Topics Discussed:
Finding Joy and Hope Amidst Trials

Kyle talks about his father’s philosophy, “What’s the worst thing that can happen? I can die trying,” and how this mindset helped him find joy and motivation in the face of adversity.
Leaving a Legacy of Happiness and Hope

Emphasizing the importance of leaving behind a positive legacy, Kyle believes in focusing on what we can control in the present moment and being resilient by confronting and overcoming life’s challenges.
The Healing Power of Journaling

Kyle shares how documenting his thoughts in a journal has been a therapeutic process, aiding his healing journey and providing clarity during difficult times.
Dealing with Loss, Anger, and Faith

Kyle opens up about the anger and questioning he faced after his wife’s death. He explores the struggle with his faith and the importance of continuing to do the right things despite the pain of loss.
Recognizing Divine Presence and Angels in Our Lives

Both Kyle and Tiffany discuss the presence of angels and divine guidance in their lives, drawing strength from their faith and the belief that God is always there to support them.
Managing Emotional Triggers and Regulation

They share experiences with emotional triggers and how they have learned to transform negative emotions into positive actions. They emphasize the importance of being present even in negative emotions and using them for personal growth.
Transforming Pain into Positive Moments

Kyle recounts a poignant story about his first Thanksgiving alone and how he turned his anger into appreciation for the love he shared with his wife. This transformation allowed him to find joy in new moments.
God’s Perspective on Resilience

Highlighting the power of viewing life’s challenges from God’s perspective, Kyle and Tiffany discuss using faith to find strength and resilience, turning adversities into opportunities for growth.
Balancing Accountability and Grace

Kyle discusses the balance between being fully accountable for one’s actions while also granting oneself grace to grow and improve, acknowledging that perfection is not the goal but continuous effort is.
Strengthening Relationships through Adversity

Sharing how facing the challenge of raising an autistic son brought him and his wife closer, Kyle underscores the importance of unity and communication in relationships.
Choosing to be Present and Resilient

The episode concludes with a powerful message about the choices we make to be present and resilient in our lives, relationships, and faith. Kyle emphasizes that while the journey is hard, striving for personal and relational growth is worthwhile.
Key Takeaways:
Embrace resilience by facing life's hardships head-on.
Leave a legacy of happiness and hope.
Utilize journaling as a powerful tool for healing.
Recognize and transform emotional triggers.
Maintain faith and look for divine guidance during tough times.
Strengthen relationships through adversity and unified efforts.
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