Joy is not the absence of sorrow and the way through pain is to embrace it. In today’s episode, we meet Catherine Gourdier, the author of Breathe Cry Breathe, a book about her personal journey through grief as she comes to terms with the sudden traumatic loss of three close family members.  In Catherine’s words, “when you can find the strength to open your heart, you just may find some blessings on the other side of the mourning.” Highlight’s from this episode: Identifying 5 types of grievers (nomad, seeker, normalizer, memorialist, activist) Working with psychics and mediums as a way to help move through grief Believing in a life after death eliminates the fear of dying and brings comfort How to talk to our elders about giving up their car keys Continuing to celebrate the lives of those you’ve lost About Our Guest Catherine Gourdier: Catherine Gourdier was born and raised in Kingston, Ontario. She moved to Toronto to attend College. For sixteen years she enjoyed a successful career as an independent sales agent. In 1990, Catherine shifted careers. For almost 20 years she worked as a 2nd Assistant Director in the film and television industry. In 2002, she optioned a novel, wrote the screenplay, and produced the film, "Some Things That Stay." Catherine divides her time between North Kawartha, Toronto, and California but Kingston, Ontario will always be her home. The sudden loss of her parents and youngest sister, Julie, compelled her to write her first book, "Breathe Cry Breathe", published by HarperCollins Canada. Although she misses the adrenalin rush of working in the film industry, Catherine hopes to continue on her writing path of nonfiction books. How to connect with Catherine Gourdier: Website: catherinegourdier.comTo support the Special Olympics Canada: https://www.specialolympics.ca/donate (https://www.specialolympics.ca/donate) Or do a google search for Special Olympics in your hometown.  Become a member of the Joyful Inspired Living community to receive special gifts from our guests:  https://joyfulinspiredliving.com/m/login?r=%2Fmembers-only (https://joyfulinspiredliving.com/m/login?r=%2Fmembers-only) About Your Host: I’m your host, Anita Adams, an award-winning leader and the founder of Joyful Inspired Living, an organization dedicated to teaching people how to access their highest most authentic self so they can find clarity and create a life of purpose, passion, and joy. In addition to hosting the Joyful Journey Podcast, I offer retreats, both live and online, and private coaching programs to further guide my clients on their journey to their highest self. The Joyful Journeyer Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/628676761727732 (https://www.facebook.com/groups/628676761727732) Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/joyfulinspiredLiving (https://www.facebook.com/joyfulinspiredLiving) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/anitaadams604/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/anitaadams604/?hl=en) Website - https://joyfulinspiredliving.com/ (https://joyfulinspiredliving.com/) Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitaadamsyvr/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitaadamsyvr/) Email - anita@joyfulinspiredliving.com  Thanks for listening!It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to explore other ways to engage with us, head over to https://joyfulinspiredliving.com/ (https://joyfulinspiredliving.com/)  While there, check out the “Members Only” section where you can gain access to our “Tool Box” of free downloadable resources that will further guide you along your own personal joyful journey. Our Tool Box will be updated regularly with new content, much of which will be provided by our featured guests.  With this podcast, we are building a community of Joy Makers and in the process raising our vibration and the collective consciousness!   If you know somebody who would benefit from what we offer,...