12. Grief, Generational Wealth Transfer, and Finding Wisdom in the Midlife Transition with Lisa Kang'ethe
About this episode
Nicole Weston and guest Lisa Kang'ethe discuss the complexities of grief, generational wealth transfer, and navigating life transitions in midlife.
Host Nicole Weston welcomes Lisa for a profoundly honest conversation about navigating the overwhelming duality of grief and love after losing her mother, Sharyn. The episode explores the often-unspoken challenges of grieving while simultaneously mothering , running a business, and navigating major life transitions. In this episode, we dive into: The surprise complexity of being a co-executor of a parent's estate and dealing with unexpected family conflict and financial turmoil during the first couple of years after a loss. How major life changes, like entering perimenopause and turning 50, compound the experience of grief and force a complete re-evaluation of identity . The concept of "grief illiteracy" in our society and the importance of seeking professional help, including therapy and hormone replacement therapy (HRT), when old coping mechanisms stop working. Lessons learned from grief experts like David Kessler and the journey to finding the "sixth phase" of grief: meaning . Crucial advice for anyone dealing with loss and the coming wave of generational wealth transfer : The importance of learning to go slow and giving yourself grace during a time of…
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