Hello, fellow Ambitionists. This is a deeply personal and tender episode that I have never shared publicly until now. If this is your first time here, welcome. My name is Desiree' Stapleton, and I’m here not just as a business strategist and success coach, but as someone who’s navigated some of life’s most harrowing challenges.

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains sensitive topics related to miscarriage and grief. Please listen with care.

💔 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

Today, I’m opening up about a heartbreaking experience—miscarrying on Thanksgiving, many years ago. It’s a story of pain, loss, and survival during a season typically marked by gratitude and joy. I’ll recount:

• The circumstances leading up to the loss.

• The emotional and physical experience of the miscarriage.

• How I began to cope with the grief during the holidays.

This isn’t just my story—it’s a message to anyone who may be navigating similar pain. You’re not alone, and there are ways to honor your grief while finding a path toward healing.

🌟 What I Hope You Take Away:

1. It’s okay to grieve: There’s no “right way” to mourn a loss, especially one as profound as losing a child.

2. Lean into support systems: Whether it’s family, friends, or a professional counselor, reaching out for help can make a world of difference.

3. Honoring your loss: Personal rituals or moments of reflection during the holidays can be a way to remember and honor what you’ve lost.

4. The importance of self-compassion: Be kind to yourself as you navigate feelings of guilt, sadness, or anger.

For Those Listening:

If this resonates with you, I encourage you to give yourself permission to feel, to cry, to process. The holidays can amplify the pain of loss, but they can also be a time to create new traditions that honor your healing journey.

📌 Episode Bonus:

For those seeking more resources on grief and coping during the holidays, I’ll be sharing a list of books, counseling services, and online communities on my website: goalaccomplishmentmadeeasy.com.

Closing Thoughts:

Sharing this has been one of the most vulnerable moments of my life, but I hope it serves as a source of comfort and connection for someone out there. To anyone who’s experienced a loss like this, I’m sending you love, strength, and the reminder that healing, though not linear, is always possible.

Thank you for listening. Let’s navigate this journey together.

Accompanying blog post.