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43| The Lies Grief Tells You—Overcoming Limiting Beliefs After Parent Loss

The Lies Grief Tells You—Overcoming Limiting Beliefs After Parent Loss
Summary of the Episode:
Grief doesn’t just break our hearts—it whispers lies that try to break our identity, our hope, and our faith. If you’ve ever thought, “I should be further along,” or “I’m too broken to be used by God,” this episode was made for you.
In today’s heartfelt conversation, we uncover the limiting beliefs grief plants after the loss of a parent—and how to break free using biblical truth. Through Scripture, personal reflection, and practical steps, you’ll be reminded that your healing journey is valid, your worth is unshaken, and God still has purpose for your life—even in the midst of sorrow.
You don’t have to stay stuck in shame, guilt, or silence. Let’s expose the lies and step into truth together.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
How to identify and uproot the most common lies grief tells us
Why your timeline for healing doesn’t define your spiritual strength
Practical, faith-filled tools to speak truth over your anxious or discouraged heart
Key Takeaways:
Grief is a liar, but God is not—His truth anchors us in every storm
Healing isn’t a race; it’s a sacred journey God walks with you every step of the way
Your story isn’t over, your purpose hasn’t expired, and you are not broken beyond repair
This episode is for any woman navigating grief and loss, especially after parent loss, who finds herself questioning her healing, faith, or value. If you're working through grief stages, stuck in survival mode, or struggling with limiting beliefs, this conversation will help you begin processing grief through the lens of Scripture and God's love.
🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform and share this with a friend who’s struggling in silence.
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Let’s Connect:
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Email Kaitlyn: info@KaitlynBuck.com
Remember: You’re not alone in your grief or your faith journey. God sees you, loves you, and wants to walk with you every step of the way.
❤️ Kaitlyn

42| Her Husband Died… But Her Faith Didn’t. A Raw Conversation on Grief, God, and Holding On with Mary Helen Smock (Part 2)

Her Husband Died… But Her Faith Didn’t. A Raw Conversation on Grief, God, and Holding On with Mary Helen Smock (Part 2)
Summary of the Episode:
What does it look like to trust God when your heart is shattered?
In this tender and powerful conversation, I sit down with my dear friend Mary Helen Smock—a wife, mother, and woman of unwavering faith—to hear her story of grief and loss, and more importantly, God’s sustaining grace. After losing her husband, Mary could have chosen bitterness, isolation, or silence. But instead, she chose to lean in. Into her faith. Into community. And into the presence of God.
This episode is for every woman who’s ever wondered if her faith could survive the storm. If you’re navigating grief, wrestling with unanswered prayers, or simply looking for proof that hope is still possible—Mary’s story will encourage your heart and gently remind you that God is near to the brokenhearted.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
What it looks like to walk through grief without losing your foundation of faith
How to hold on to God even when your circumstances don’t make sense
The role of church community in healing after husband loss or parent loss
Key Takeaways:
Grief doesn’t cancel faith—faith can deepen in grief when you let God into the pain
Community matters—you don’t have to navigate loss alone
Unshakable trust isn’t about having answers, but about knowing who God is even when everything else falls apart
This episode speaks directly to women processing grief, especially those navigating grief stages after losing a spouse or parent. If you’re searching for encouragement, hope, and a real example of Christian grief support, this conversation is a must-listen.
🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform and be encouraged to keep trusting—even here.
Let’s Connect:
Become an Insider (Join the Weekly Newsletter): https://bit.ly/GrieveWithChristNewsletter
Join the Community: Faith-Based Grief Support for Women
Book a Call: https://bit.ly/bookacall3
Follow on Instagram: @CoachKaitlynBuck
Email Kaitlyn: info@KaitlynBuck.com
Remember: You’re not alone in your grief or your faith journey. God sees you, loves you, and wants to walk with you every step of the way.
❤️ Kaitlyn

41| How Do You Trust God After Losing Your Husband? Mary Helen Smock’s Story of Unshakable Faith (Part 1)

How Do You Trust God After Losing Your Husband? Mary Helen Smock’s Story of Unshakable Faith (Part 1)
Summary of the Episode:
What does it look like to trust God when your heart is shattered?
In this tender and powerful conversation, I sit down with my dear friend Mary Helen Smock—a wife, mother, and woman of unwavering faith—to hear her story of grief and loss, and more importantly, God’s sustaining grace. After losing her husband, Mary could have chosen bitterness, isolation, or silence. But instead, she chose to lean in. Into her faith. Into community. And into the presence of God.
This episode is for every woman who’s ever wondered if her faith could survive the storm. If you’re navigating grief, wrestling with unanswered prayers, or simply looking for proof that hope is still possible—Mary’s story will encourage your heart and gently remind you that God is near to the brokenhearted.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
What it looks like to walk through grief without losing your foundation of faith
How to hold on to God even when your circumstances don’t make sense
The role of church community in healing after husband loss or parent loss
Key Takeaways:
Grief doesn’t cancel faith—faith can deepen in grief when you let God into the pain
Community matters—you don’t have to navigate loss alone
Unshakable trust isn’t about having answers, but about knowing who God is even when everything else falls apart
This episode speaks directly to women processing grief, especially those navigating grief stages after losing a spouse or parent. If you’re searching for encouragement, hope, and a real example of Christian grief support, this conversation is a must-listen.
🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform and be encouraged to keep trusting—even here.
Let’s Connect:
Become an Insider (Join the Weekly Newsletter): https://bit.ly/GrieveWithChristNewsletter
Join the Community: Faith-Based Grief Support for Women
Book a Call: https://bit.ly/bookacall3
Follow on Instagram: @CoachKaitlynBuck
Email Kaitlyn: info@KaitlynBuck.com
Remember: You’re not alone in your grief or your faith journey. God sees you, loves you, and wants to walk with you every step of the way.
❤️ Kaitlyn

40| Saying ‘No’ Without Guilt: Protecting Your Energy While Grieving

Saying ‘No’ Without Guilt: Protecting Your Energy While Grieving
Summary of the Episode:
Ever feel like you're saying “yes” to everyone else while silently saying “no” to yourself? In this final episode of the Boundaries Series, Kaitlyn unpacks the emotional cost of overcommitting while grieving and why protecting your energy isn’t selfish—it’s sacred. If you’ve been trying to hold it all together after losing a parent, this conversation offers the permission slip your heart’s been craving.
Through honest storytelling and biblical encouragement, you’ll learn why saying “no” is a form of healing, not failure. Kaitlyn shares how her own breakdown became a breakthrough when she started setting boundaries that honored her grief and invited God into her healing process. Whether you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or just flat-out tired—this episode will help you release guilt, embrace rest, and trust that God’s plan doesn’t require you to burn out to be faithful.
If you’ve been waiting for a sign to slow down, breathe, and let go of the pressure to do it all—this is it.
What You’ll Learn:
Why saying “yes” to others can mean saying “no” to yourself
How over commitment blocks emotional healing—and what to do about it
A powerful mindset shift to help you make decisions with peace
What Scripture says about God’s plan for you in seasons of rest
How to protect your energy without guilt as you grieve
Key Takeaways:
Every “yes” costs you something—make sure it’s not your peace or healing.
Busyness can mask your grief, but boundaries create space for real healing.
Trusting God means releasing the need to hold everything together yourself.
Saying “no” isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom.
God invites you to rest, reset, and receive His comfort in your grief.
💬 Loved this series? Let me know in our Facebook Community what boundary you’re setting next—or share this episode with a friend who needs the reminder: rest is holy.
🎧 Catch up on the full Boundaries Series starting at Episode 33 for a full step-by-step guide to setting God-honoring boundaries while grieving.
Let’s Connect:
Become an Insider (Join the Weekly Newsletter): https://bit.ly/GrieveWithChristNewsletter
Join the Community: Faith-Based Grief Support for Women
Book a Call: https://bit.ly/bookacall3
Follow on Instagram: @CoachKaitlynBuck
Email Kaitlyn: info@KaitlynBuck.com
Remember: You’re not alone in your grief or your faith journey. God sees you, loves you, and wants to walk with you every step of the way.
❤️ Kaitlyn

39| When They Won’t Respect Your Boundaries: How to Protect Your Peace After Loss

When They Won’t Respect Your Boundaries: How to Protect Your Peace After Loss
Summary of the Episode:
Have you ever left a conversation feeling dismissed, unseen, or even hurt—and wondered if protecting your heart makes you a “bad Christian”? In this powerful episode of our Boundaries Series, Kaitlyn speaks directly to the woman navigating grief while trying to honor God and protect her peace.
With authenticity and grace, she shares her own story of wrestling with people-pleasing and the turning point where God reminded her: “You’re allowed to protect your heart.” You’ll discover biblical truths, practical scripts, and soul-honoring wisdom for responding when others don’t respect your boundaries. If you’ve ever struggled with guilt around setting limits or felt misunderstood in your grief, this episode will remind you that your healing matters to God—and you don’t have to apologize for guarding your peace.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why protecting your peace is not only okay—but biblical
How to respond with grace and clarity when others ignore your boundaries
When it’s time to step back and create distance for your healing
Key Takeaways:
“Keep your heart with all vigilance…” (Proverbs 4:23) is a call to protect your emotional and spiritual well-being
You can set boundaries without guilt—Jesus did it, and so can you
Use clear, compassionate language like: “I’m focusing on healing and not available for conversations that dismiss my grief”
Repeated boundary violations may require distance—and that’s not unloving, it’s wise
God is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18), and He wants your healing more than your performance
Let’s Connect:
Become an Insider (Join the Weekly Newsletter): https://bit.ly/GrieveWithChristNewsletter
Join the Community: Faith-Based Grief Support for Women
Book a Call: https://bit.ly/bookacall3
Follow on Instagram: @CoachKaitlynBuck
Email Kaitlyn: info@KaitlynBuck.com
Remember: You’re not alone in your grief or your faith journey. God sees you, loves you, and wants to walk with you every step of the way.
❤️ Kaitlyn

38| Are You Holding Yourself Back? Setting Boundaries to Heal After Loss

Are You Holding Yourself Back? Setting Boundaries to Heal After Loss
Summary of the Episode:
Are you unintentionally standing in the way of your own healing? In this soul-stirring episode, Kaitlyn invites you to explore the often-overlooked power of setting boundaries with yourself—especially when you're grieving. While it’s common to think of boundaries as something we set with others, the truth is, some of the most transformational boundaries begin within.
Through biblical wisdom, personal reflection, and compassionate guidance, Kaitlyn shares how internal boundaries can help you lead yourself with grace, guard your heart, and stop self-sabotaging the healing God wants to bring. If you’ve ever felt stuck in guilt, overwhelmed by grief, or unsure how to move forward—this episode is your gentle permission slip to start healing differently.
With reminders from Scripture and her own story of struggling with internal pressure after losing her dad, Kaitlyn shows you how to reclaim peace, honor your emotional capacity, and say yes to the restoration God is offering—even if it means saying “no” to your inner critic.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
How setting boundaries with your thoughts, habits, and time can lead to deeper healing
Why emotional and spiritual self-leadership matters when you’re grieving
Practical, grace-filled ways to protect your energy and move forward without guilt
Key Takeaways:
Boundaries with yourself are a form of leadership—one that reflects love, not legalism
God invites you to steward your heart with care, not condemnation
You can feel joy again without betraying your grief—healing and happiness can coexist
Let’s Connect:
Become an Insider (Join the Weekly Newsletter): https://bit.ly/GrieveWithChristNewsletter
Join the Community: Faith-Based Grief Support for Women
Book a Call: https://bit.ly/bookacall3
Follow on Instagram: @CoachKaitlynBuck
Email Kaitlyn: info@KaitlynBuck.com
Remember: You’re not alone in your grief or your faith journey. God sees you, loves you, and wants to walk with you every step of the way.
❤️ Kaitlyn

37| When Grief Pulls You Away from God: Setting Boundaries to Rebuild Your Faith

When Grief Pulls You Away from God: Setting Boundaries to Rebuild Your Faith
Summary of the Episode:
Grief has a way of numbing our hearts and creating distance between us and the very God who can heal us. In this deeply honest episode, Kaitlyn shares her personal journey of spiritual disconnection after losing her dad—and how seemingly harmless distractions like Netflix became barriers to true healing.
This episode gently guides you through the process of setting spiritual boundaries in your season of grief so you can reconnect with God in practical, grace-filled ways. Whether you’ve felt too emotionally exhausted to pray or overwhelmed by the world’s expectations to “move on,” this is your sacred space to pause, reflect, and begin again. Through Scripture, reflection, and intentional steps, you’ll learn how to create room for God’s peace—even when your heart still aches.
If you’ve been feeling far from God, you’re not alone—and you’re not a failure. This episode is your invitation to rebuild your faith, one boundary at a time.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why distractions feel comforting in grief—but can pull you away from healing
How to create spiritual boundaries that help you return to God's presence
Ways to prioritize your faith over the pressure to “move on” from others
How to protect your peace and nurture spiritual growth, even in a fragile season
Encouraging truth from Scripture to help you reconnect with God again
Key Takeaways:
You’re not on anyone else’s timeline for healing—grace and space matter.
Boundaries aren’t restrictive—they’re protective and deeply healing.
Faith doesn’t grow under pressure; it grows in stillness and honesty with God.
God is patient with your grief, your silence, and your questions—He’s still near.
Let’s Connect:
Become an Insider (Join the Weekly Newsletter): https://bit.ly/GrieveWithChristNewsletter
Join the Community: Faith-Based Grief Support for Women
Book a Call: https://bit.ly/bookacall3
Follow on Instagram: @CoachKaitlynBuck
Email Kaitlyn: info@KaitlynBuck.com
Remember: You’re not alone in your grief or your faith journey. God sees you, loves you, and wants to walk with you every step of the way.
❤️ Kaitlyn

36| Dating After Loss—Setting Boundaries in Dating While Grieving

Dating After Loss—Setting Boundaries in Dating While Grieving
Summary of the Episode:
Dating after the loss of a parent can feel like uncharted territory. You might wonder if it’s even okay to desire love again—especially when your heart is still healing. In this powerful episode, Kaitlyn opens up about her own experience navigating dating in the midst of grief and how it led her to unexpected emotional wake-up calls.
You’ll learn how grief impacts your relationships, why guarding your heart is both biblical and necessary, and how to recognize whether your desire for connection is coming from healing—or loneliness. With Scripture, personal reflection, and heartfelt encouragement, this episode will help you approach dating through the lens of wisdom, boundaries, and God’s perfect timing.
If you’ve ever felt pressure to move on, confusion about whether you’re ready, or guilt for even thinking about dating again—this episode will speak directly to your soul and remind you: you are not alone, and God is still writing your story.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why your heart needs protection during grief—and how to guard it biblically
How to discern whether you’re dating from healing or from heartbreak
What emotional and spiritual boundaries look like in Christian dating after loss
Key Takeaways:
Grief can cloud judgment—don’t ignore red flags or trade healing for temporary comfort
Time alone doesn’t heal all wounds—Jesus does
Boundaries are a sign of wisdom, not punishment, and God honors your intentionality
Let’s Connect:
Become an Insider (Join the Weekly Newsletter): https://bit.ly/GrieveWithChristNewsletter
Join the Community: Faith-Based Grief Support for Women
Book a Call: https://bit.ly/bookacall3
Follow on Instagram: @CoachKaitlynBuck
Email Kaitlyn: info@KaitlynBuck.com
Remember: You’re not alone in your grief or your faith journey. God sees you, loves you, and wants to walk with you every step of the way.
❤️ Kaitlyn

35| Grieving Differently? Setting Boundaries with Family Who Don’t Get It

Grieving Differently? Setting Boundaries with Family Who Don’t Get It
Summary of the Episode
Ever feel like you’re grieving in a room full of people who just don’t get it—especially your family? In this heartfelt episode, Kaitlyn shares how to navigate the emotional tension that comes when your grief journey doesn’t match those around you. If you’ve been misunderstood, pressured to “move on,” or made to feel weak for your pain, this conversation will meet you right where you are.
This episode (Part 3 in our Boundaries Series) offers powerful biblical truth, a practical communication framework, and soul-deep encouragement to help you protect your peace—without guilt. You’ll learn how to set boundaries with love, stand firm in your healing, and remember that even when others don’t understand, God does.
What You’ll Learn
Why your unique grief process is valid, even if your family doesn’t understand
How to use a loving 4-step framework to communicate boundaries with clarity and grace
What Scripture says about protecting your heart and honoring God in hard conversations
Why you are not responsible for others’ emotional reactions to your boundaries
Key Takeaways
You don’t need to explain or defend your grief to be worthy of love and support
Clear, loving boundaries are biblical—and essential for emotional healing
You can choose peace, even when family dynamics are complicated
Your voice matters. And your healing deserves to be honored
➡️ If this episode spoke to you, send it to a friend who’s grieving and navigating difficult family relationships. You don’t have to do this alone.
🎧 Missed the beginning of the series? Start with Episode 33 for the full journey through grief, faith, and boundary-setting.
Let’s Connect:
Become an Insider (Join the Weekly Newsletter): https://bit.ly/GrieveWithChristNewsletter
Join the Community: Faith-Based Grief Support for Women
Book a Call: https://bit.ly/bookacall3
Follow on Instagram: @CoachKaitlynBuck
Email Kaitlyn: info@KaitlynBuck.com
Remember: You’re not alone in your grief or your faith journey. God sees you, loves you, and wants to walk with you every step of the way.
❤️ Kaitlyn

34| Jesus Set Boundaries—Why Aren’t You? Biblical Truths for Guilt-Free Boundaries

🎙 Episode 34: Jesus Set Boundaries—Why Aren’t You? Biblical Truths for Guilt-Free Boundaries
💡 Summary:
If you’ve ever felt guilty for needing space while grieving—or like saying “no” makes you a bad Christian—this episode is here to set you free. In Part 2 of our Boundaries Series, we’re digging into how Jesus Himself modeled holy, healthy boundaries without guilt or apology. From walking away from demands to confronting dysfunction with truth, Jesus shows us that setting limits isn’t selfish—it’s sacred.
Together, we’ll explore Scripture-based encouragement to help you set Spirit-led boundaries that protect your peace, guard your healing, and deepen your relationship with God.
📘 What You’ll Learn:
How Jesus modeled boundaries throughout His ministry—and what that means for you
The biblical foundation for saying "no" with confidence and clarity
Why boundaries are a form of obedience, not selfishness
How to lovingly protect your healing while still honoring others
Practical reflection questions to help you discern where God may be asking you to create space
✨ Key Takeaways:
God created boundaries as part of His loving design—to protect, not punish.
Jesus said no to good things so He could say yes to God's purpose.
Not everyone deserves full access to your time, energy, or grief journey.
Confronting dysfunction isn’t unloving—it’s Christlike.
Guilt doesn’t get to lead you—God does. Let peace, not pressure, shape your yes and no.
🎧 Haven’t listened to Episode 33 yet? Be sure to go back and check it out first—it lays the foundation for today’s biblical conversation on boundaries.
You are not alone. You are not selfish. You are loved, and it's okay to protect your heart while healing. Jesus shows us how.
Let’s Connect:
Become an Insider (Join the Weekly Newsletter): https://bit.ly/GrieveWithChristNewsletter
Join the Community: Faith-Based Grief Support for Women
Book a Call: https://bit.ly/bookacall3
Follow on Instagram: @CoachKaitlynBuck
Email Kaitlyn: info@KaitlynBuck.com
Remember: You’re not alone in your grief or your faith journey. God sees you, loves you, and wants to walk with you every step of the way.
❤️ Kaitlyn