134. From Grief to Growth: How to Shift from Outer Chaos to Inner Calm
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Description:
In this soulful and insightful solo episode, Michelle Walters welcomes grief expert and Inca medicine wheel teacher Terry Stout to explore how we move from being outer-referenced victims of life to inner-powered creators of peace. Together, they unpack how thoughts, emotions, and physiological reactions play distinct roles in how we interpret life’s toughest events—especially grief. Terry explains the difference between emotions and heart-centered feelings and reveals how tuning into the softness of the heart can shift our entire experience.
This is more than a conversation—it’s a masterclass in reclaiming your balance in uncertain times, recognizing inner wisdom, and transforming the way you respond to life’s challenges. Whether you're navigating loss, job transitions, or collective overwhelm, this episode offers a grounded path to serenity, clarity, and self-knowing.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- Terry’s definition of outer vs. inner referencing and why it matters
- How grief shapes perception and how to work with it consciously
- A powerful model for understanding thoughts, emotions, and feelings
- The surprising truth about emotions: they're thoughts, not feelings
- How to know if you're reacting from fear or from your heart
- Terry’s 3-step guide to reclaiming your balance: Comfort, Peace of Mind, Serenity
- Why inner peace changes not just your world—but the world
- What it really means to “drop into your heart”
- How community and shared wisdom help heal the collective
- A sneak peek into Terry’s upcoming book: Here I Am: Coming Home to Your True Self
Special Mention:
Don't miss the upcoming live workshop Drop a Fear, Make Your Decision hosted by Cinthia Varkevisser and Michelle Walters in San Francisco, Saturday, April 26, 2025. Cinthia will lead intuitive heart-opening practices, and Michelle will show you how to make empowered decisions with clarity and confidence. Sign up at: michellewalters.net/classes
Guest Info:
🌐 Terry Stout: Grief guide, hypnotherapist, spiritual teacher
- Website: www.hokseda.com
Upcoming Book: Here I Am: Coming Home to Your True Self
🔥 Favorite Quote from the Episode:
"Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional. Serenity is a choice—made by the heart, not the mind." – Terry Stout
Upcoming Event:
Cinthia and Michelle are collaborating on a live event in San Francisco:
- Drop a Fear, Make a Decision: A transformative afternoon program to dive deeper into these anxiety management strategies and help you move forward with confidence and clarity.
- Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025.
🔗 Register for Drop a Fear, Make a Decision here: https://www.michellewalters.net/mmmclasssignup
📩 Connect with Us:
- Cinthia Varkevisser: Website | Social Media
- Michelle Walters: Website | Social Media
- 🎧 Thank you for listening! Until next time, stay bold, curious, and connected. ✨
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