Description

In this episode of Connecting Through Cancer, host Kayla Keenan shares her personal experience with trauma triggers related to grief after losing her husband to cancer. She discusses the emotional impact of revisiting significant places, the nature of grief, and the importance of acknowledging triggers. Kayla offers coping strategies, including finding supportive relationships, creating new associations, and practicing mindfulness. The conversation emphasizes that grief is a deeply personal journey without a set timeline, and it's essential to give oneself grace during the healing process.

Takeaways

• Trauma triggers can unexpectedly resurface memories and emotions.
• Grief is a unique experience for everyone, with no set timeline.
• Finding a supportive person can help process grief triggers.
• Acknowledging triggers is a crucial step in coping with grief.
• Creating new positive associations can help mitigate negative memories.
• Honoring the memory of loved ones can provide comfort and meaning.
• Engaging in healthy outlets like exercise can aid in processing grief.
• Mindfulness techniques can help ground individuals during overwhelming moments.
• Self-compassion is vital in the healing process after loss.
• Grief can be triggered by various reminders, including places, dates, and personal belongings.

INDY is short for "I'm Not Done Yet," a phrase often said by the late Kyle Strand during his courageous battle with colon cancer. Kyle's four-year journey was both extremely challenging and profoundly beautiful. Though he lost his battle in July 2017, his legacy lives on through his two dying wishes: to establish the INDY Foundation and to inspire others to live every day to its fullest. In August 2017, the INDY Foundation was born, continuing Kyle's mission to support and uplift cancer warriors everywhere. Find more information here: www.indy-foundation.org

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