The Trimesters of Grief: A New Way to Understand Loss

What if grief isn't something we're meant to "move on" from—but something we learn to carry? In this deeply moving episode of The Underlying Answers Podcast, Cindy sits down with Katie Rizzo, author of "The Trimesters of Grief", to explore the profound ways loss reshapes our lives, our bodies, and our hearts. After losing her son to addiction, Katie shares the wisdom that emerged through her own journey and the understanding that grief is not a problem to solve, but an experience to navigate with compassion. Together, they explore how grief is experienced differently by every person, how it can be felt throughout the body, and why healing doesn't require leaving our grief behind. One of the conversation's most powerful moments comes as Katie compares grief to pregnancy—revealing how loss, like new life, unfolds in seasons that transform us from the inside out. They also discuss one of the most hopeful truths about grief: that joy and sorrow are not opposites. They can exist together, allowing us to continue loving those we've lost while still embracing the beauty that remains in our lives. This heartfelt conversation offers comfort, understanding, and hope for anyone navigating loss, while reminding us that our bodies often carry emotions our hearts are still learning to understand. In this episode, you'll discover: - Why grief is experienced differently by every person - How grief can manifest physically within the body - Katie's powerful "Trimesters of Grief" perspective on loss - Why grief and joy can coexist - How compassion and curiosity can support the grieving process - Hope for navigating life after profound loss Whether you're grieving the loss of a loved one, supporting someone through grief, or seeking a deeper understanding of how loss shapes the human experience, this conversation offers gentle wisdom, heartfelt encouragement, and the reminder that healing doesn't mean forgetting—it means learning to carry love forward. Connect with Katie Rizzo and learn more about her book "Trimesters of Grief": wwwkatierizzo.com If this conversation resonated with you, we'd love to invite you to join the Restore the Design™ Community—a place to continue exploring the deeper connections between the body, mind, spirit, and the human experience. Together, we're asking better questions, discovering new perspectives, and learning what it means to reconnect with the body's innate design. You can learn more and join us at www.theunderlyinganswers.com/community