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Coping With Grief: Losing My Mom & Learning to Live Again
- 2025/04/01
- 再生時間： 14 分
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What would you do if the person who taught you how to live was suddenly fighting for their own life? How do you navigate the unthinkable—losing the anchor of your family—and find a way to keep going? In this deeply personal episode of Fiercely Unfiltered, Kelly Renee opens up about her heartbreaking journey through grief after losing her mother to fallopian tube cancer. She shares the raw emotions of witnessing her mom’s battle, the impact of loss on her family, and the difficult process of learning to live again. With honesty and vulnerability, Kelly reflects on love, resilience, and healing, offering a powerful message of hope to anyone struggling with grief. Beyond her personal story, Kelly also highlights the critical importance of health screenings, including colonoscopies and mammograms, inspired by her mother’s experience. She urges listeners to be proactive about their health and take steps toward early detection and prevention. Through intimate reflections, Kelly honors her mother’s strength, struggles, and lasting legacy. While she doesn’t shy away from the pain of watching a loved one suffer, she also finds solace in faith, cherished memories, and the small moments that bring light to the darkest days. This episode is more than a tribute—it’s a call to action. It’s a reminder to prioritize your health, cherish every moment with your loved ones, and find strength even in the face of profound loss. If you’ve ever experienced grief or want to support someone who has, this conversation is for you. Key Takeaways The emotional journey of supporting a loved one through cancer. How losing a parent reshapes family dynamics. Why regular health screenings (like colonoscopies and mammograms) are so important as we age. Honoring a parent’s legacy and the lessons they leave behind. The toll of caregiving and witnessing a loved one’s illness. Practical advice for staying proactive about your health. Navigating grief and finding comfort in faith and memories. A heartfelt nudge to prioritize your health and cherish every moment with those you love. In This Episode [00:01] Introduction to the episode [:00:18] Mom's birthday tribute [01:18] Health screenings discussion [02:17] Mom's cancer journey [03:22] Final conversations with mom [04:20] Impact of loss on holidays [05:26] Reflections on grief [06:28] Faith and peace [07:41] Health monitoring and challenges [08:55] God’s plan and personal growth [10:05] Learning and healing journey [11:22] Birthday message to mom [12:37] Moving forward after loss Notable Quotes [03:22] "Having a conversation with your mom about her dying and being ready to go is a pretty intense conversation. It shook me in a way that I never wanted to have." — Kelly Renee [05:26] "I miss my mom a lot. They say it doesn't get easier, the pain doesn't fade. I thought my mom would live till she was 100. Living a life without your mom isn't the same as a life with her." — Kelly Renee [11:22] "I hope my mom's happy in heaven. I hope she's looking down at me and proud. I'm sorry I didn't make all the right choices, but I'm learning and I know better now." — Kelly Renee Resources and Links Fiercely Unfiltered Fiercely Unfiltered with Kelly Renee Kelly Renee Instagram Facebook Website