Grief changes everything—so Josh and Ashley share real lessons from a recent loss and what helped them keep moving forward. Learn practical ways to process emotions, lean on community, and live more intentionally through the waves of grief.
Grief isn’t a theory—it’s a road we all walk eventually. Josh and Ashley reflect on a recent, deeply personal loss and share what helped them cope with sorrow, find moments of joy, and live with renewed perspective.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
- Why peer loss “hits different” and what it reveals
- How laughter and tears can coexist in healthy grief
- The role of faith, hope, and community support
- Gratitude and emotional processing habits that help
- How loss reshapes priorities: presence, words, forgiveness
CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS:
- 00:00 Intro — Optimize Through Grief
- 01:40 When Loss Hits Different
- 02:39 Laughter In The Dark
- 07:07 A Life That Gathers
- 07:44 Faith In The Valley
- 09:45 Community That Carries
- 13:13 Gratitude As An Anchor
- 15:18 Let Yourself Feel
- 17:00 Live Like It Matters
- 24:53 Waves, Triggers, Healing
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