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SUMMARY:“Nurturing the Journey of Healing in Grief”.
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Jason Brooks and his wife\, Darla will share their experiences and guidance on “Nurturing the Journey of Healing in Grief” \nGrief is the sacred space where love lingers after loss. It’s a journey no one asks for\, yet it’s one that invites us to discover depths within ourselves we never knew existed. \nIn Nurturing the Journey of Healing in Grief\, Jason and Darla Brooks gently guide hearts through the often unspoken\, tender terrain of sorrow—through the experience of the loss of their own daughter\, Aleya. \nThis journey begins with the truth that we are Set Apart. Each story of grief is uniquely shaped by the love that preceded it. There is no “right way” to grieve—only your way. You are not broken; you are becoming. \nWe then move into the season of Fragile Firsts—those milestone moments that stir deep ache: the first birthday\, the first holiday\, the first silence. Here\, we learn not just to survive them\, but to honor them with grace and gentleness. \nNext\, we explore how to Ask the Right Questions. Healing begins not with easy answers but with courageous curiosity. Questions like “What do I need right now?” or “Who can hold space for my pain?” become seeds of self-compassion. \nWe then will share about a powerful principle we learned…the Power of “And”\, where two seemingly completely opposite experiences can both be 100% true and real in the exact same moment in time. This truth breathes grace into the messiness of grief. \nThrough time and intention\, we enter the realm of Post-Traumatic Growth\, where beauty begins to bloom from brokenness. Not in spite of the pain\, but because of it. This growth does not erase the loss—it integrates it. \nAnd finally\, we Invite the Story. Healing deepens when we share our journeys out loud. Stories connect us. Stories remind us that we are not alone. Stories plant seeds of hope in others. Grief is a sacred journey to navigate loving heartache with honesty\, to grow with intention\, and to live again with deeper love. \n1 CEU Credit will be available \nLunch will be provided. \n  \nAbout Jason and Darla: \nFor over three decades\, Dr. Jason Brooks has dedicated his life to helping leaders break free from seasons of stuck and take another step in their life and leadership. From startups to multi-billion-dollar enterprises\, he’s guided leaders and teams through times of change—helping them align culture and strategy\, build impactful relationships\, execute with excellence\, and achieve results that last. As a speaker and teacher\, Jason loves inspiring audiences to embrace change\, overcome obstacles\, and live intentionally. Whether on stage\, in a boardroom\, or leading a high-performing team\, his passion for encouraging leaders to leave a legacy of love and impact runs through all he is and does. With his wife\, Darla\, they share wisdom and insights through The Take Another Step Podcast\, inviting listeners to navigate life’s challenges and celebrate life’s victories—one step at a time. Their journey took a profound turn on March 5\, 2023\, when they lost their precious fifteen year old daughter\, Aleya\, to a traumatic brain injury. In her honor\, they established the Aleya Nicole Lin Brooks Foundation\, offering scholarships for students studying neuropsychology and supporting organizations advancing research in traumatic brain injury. Through this foundation\, Aleya’s light continues to shine\, bringing hope and healing to countless lives. Jason’s philosophy for living a life of impact is built on three core commitments that have emerged to weave a tapestry of grit and grace through his life story… Live Confidently in faith Lead Courageously through hope Love Completely always He dedicates his work to equipping\, empowering\, and encouraging others to take their next step toward their personal and professional best and thrive. \n 
URL:https://nashvilleaacc.org/event/nurturing-the-journey-of-healing-in-grief/
LOCATION:The Village Chapel\, 2021 21st Ave S\, Nashville\, TN\, 37212\, United States
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