149. Coping with a Violent Loss: Brendan Shaw on Sibling Loss, Trauma, and Realistic Healing

04/09/2025 1h 5min Episodio 149
149. Coping with a Violent Loss: Brendan Shaw on Sibling Loss, Trauma, and Realistic Healing

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Send us a textIn this episode of the Life With Grief Podcast I'm sitting down with Brendan Shaw, a creator whose raw and heartfelt videos about grief have touched millions. Brendan shares the devastating story of losing his brother in a tragic and senseless act of violence in April 2022, and how he continues to navigate the overwhelming grief and complex emotions while awaiting trial.He opens up about how his grief journey led him to start creating content on TikTok as a form of therapy and connection. What began as a way to process his pain has now grown into a supportive online grief community where countless others find comfort and solidarity.Throughout the conversation, Brendan speaks candidly about:✨ Living with sibling loss and the ongoing impact of violent loss✨ The role of acceptance and coping mechanisms in the grieving process✨ How sharing his story online has created connection and community in grief✨ The importance of purpose, resilience, and healing while living with unimaginable lossThis episode is a moving reminder that grief is not something we “get over,” but something we learn to live with. Brendan’s story offers hope, validation, and connection for anyone coping with grief, loss, or trauma—proving that even in the darkest moments, healing and meaning can still be found.Connect with Brendan:IG: @brendanshawgriefTikTok: @brendanshawgriefBrendan's NewsletterSupport the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast Work with me: Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-grief Work with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-tara Connect with me further: Leave a voice note through Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithGrief Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gains Website: https://lossesbecomegains.com/ Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomegains.com/journal Check out my other podcast, Taste Toast Travel...

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