Episode 51: Will I Ever Be Okay?

Written By Elizabeth Leon

“The Lord is my shepherd, therefore shall I lack nothing.” - Psalm 23

In this heartfelt episode of It’s Not For Nothing, hosts Elizabeth Leon, Brittany Primeaux, and Anna Gowasack explore the complex and nuanced questions surrounding grief, healing, and what it truly means to be "okay" after loss. Through personal stories, scripture reflections, and reflections on faith, the episode offers comfort and insight for those walking the long road of grief. This episode emphasizes patience, vulnerability, and trusting divine presence in times of grief. It invites listeners to embrace the ongoing process, focusing less on "getting over it" and more on "growing through it."

Main Topics:

  • The layered meaning of being "okay" in grief and the importance of giving oneself grace

  • How scripture, particularly Psalm 23, can reframe our understanding of wellness and divine provision amidst pain

  • The journey of transformation—how grief changes us without diminishing our love or memories

  • Practical ways to honor loved ones through ongoing connection, even in the afterlife

  • The importance of honesty in vulnerability and the power of small moments of healing

In this episode:

  • The hosts share personal experiences with grief and questions of healing

  • Reflection on Psalm 23 as a metaphor for trusting God's provision and patience in the process

  • The significance of small, mindful moments in healing, like taking photos or finding joy in everyday activities

  • The concept that grief never fully leaves, but its intensity transforms over time

  • Encouragement to extend grace and patience to oneself during the long journey of healing

  • The ongoing presence of loved ones in eternity and creative ways to stay connected

  • Practical insights on honesty, vulnerability, and the value of love over time

Discussion Questions:

  1. How does the concept of being “okay” evolve throughout the grieving process and what role does self-compassion play in this journey?

  2. In what ways do you find comfort in Psalm 23?

  3. How can small, mindful moments and ongoing connection with our child help shift our grief over time?

Elizabeth Leon

Elizabeth Leon is the Director of Family Support for Red Bird Ministries. She and her husband Ralph are from Ashburn, Virginia and have ten children between them - five of hers, four of his, and their son, John Paul Raphael who died on January 5, 2018. His short and shining life was a sacred experience that transformed her heart and left a message of love for the world: let yourself be loved. She writes about finding the Lord in the darkness of grief in her book Let Yourself Be Loved: Big Lessons from a Little Life, available wherever books are sold. Read more from Elizabeth at www.letyourselfbeloved.com.

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Episode 50: Grieving with Scripture