In this deeply personal and heartfelt episode, Morgan shares her vulnerable journey through the experience of her third pregnancy, which ended in a first-trimester loss. She opens up about the complexities of grief, the physical and emotional challenges of sharing her story, and the often-avoided topic of miscarriage in our culture.
The episode begins with reflections on why it's so difficult to talk about pain—both for the one sharing and the one listening. Grief is not only a deeply personal experience but also one shaped by societal norms that often shy away from openly mourning. Morgan examines how this avoidance impacts our ability to truly process loss and support one another.
Through her narrative, she emphasizes the importance of storytelling as a healing force, drawing from her own creative response to this life-altering event. She discusses how hearing a friend's honest and specific recounting of her miscarriage helped her feel seen—not as a statistic, but as a human living through grief. This inspired her to share her story in a similarly vivid and detailed way, weaving moments of humanity and connection into the fabric of her pain.
Morgan also delves into the lessons she has learned about holding space for others, allowing grief to be expressed fully without rushing to "fix" or "move on." She reflects on the power of community, deep hugs, and being truly present for one another during difficult times.
She shares three core reasons for telling her story:
Fulfilling her soul’s assignment to hold and honor women's stories, particularly in motherhood.
Challenging the cultural silence around loss by openly discussing experiences that are often hidden.
Recognizing storytelling as a source of healing medicine that fosters connection, understanding, and faith.
This episode is not just a story of loss; it is a testament to the power of vulnerability, connection, and the healing art of sharing our truths.
Listeners are invited to sit with the discomfort of grief, to hold space for their own and others' pain, and to honor the sacredness of life’s challenging moments. This episode is a reminder that even in loss, there is beauty and growth—new colors added to the prism through which we view the world.
Resources:
Motherhood Coach; Marissa Belger:
https://www.marisabelger.com/
Book by Eileen Rosette; To Tend and To Hold:
https://www.eileensantosrosete.com/to-tend-and-to-hold-book
Nicole Karras; Mayan Abdomial Massage Therapist:
https://innerwisdomhealingcenter.com/practitioners/nicole-karras/
Jesse Miller of Yoga Conscious and Wellness: https://www.consciousyogaandwellness.com
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