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In this episode of Grief 2 Growth, I sit down with David Hulse, a kindred soul whose journey closely mirrors my own—a shift from fear-based religion to love-centered spirituality. As a spiritual guide, teacher, and founder of the Academy for Spiritual Awakening, David has dedicated his life to helping others release limiting beliefs and awaken to a more expansive, compassionate faith.

From his early days in fundamentalist Christianity to discovering the healing power of sound, frequency, and vibration, David’s story is one of transformation, courage, and deep wisdom.

One of the most powerful moments in this episode is David’s first-hand experience helping release Oral Roberts’ son’s spirit—a remarkable insight into how religious beliefs can keep souls earthbound.

Whether you’ve struggled with rigid religious teachings, are questioning your beliefs, or are simply curious about a more loving, inclusive spirituality, this conversation will inspire and challenge you.

What We Discuss in This Episode:

🔥 David’s transformation from fundamentalist Christianity to love-based spirituality
🎶 How sound, frequency, and vibration can be powerful tools for awakening
🤔 The dangers of fear-based religious teachings and how to break free
🌍 The concept of universal reconciliation—does everyone return to God?
📖 How hidden wisdom in the Bible reveals a more inclusive spirituality
🕊️ David’s extraordinary story of releasing Oral Roberts’ son’s spirit
🚪 How to move from religious dogma to a direct experience of the Divine

💡 Learn more about David and his work:
👉 https://www.davidhulse.com

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In this heartfelt episode of Grief 2 Growth, host Brian Smith sits down with Jessica Fein, author of Breathtaking: A Memoir of Family, Dreams, and Broken Genes, and host of I Don’t Know How You Do It. Jessica shares her journey of love, loss, and finding joy amidst heartbreak—especially after losing her beloved daughter, Dahlia, to a rare disease. 💜

✨ In this episode, we explore:
🔹 The inspiration behind Breathtaking and Jessica’s powerful memoir
🔹 Dahlia’s incredible spirit and lessons she taught through her journey
🔹 How humor and hope can exist alongside deep grief
🔹 The concept of ambiguous grief—grieving what is lost before it’s truly gone
🔹 Why vulnerability is a gift that connects us all

Jessica’s story is one of resilience, love, and the power of presence. If you’ve ever wondered how to move forward after unimaginable loss, this conversation will leave you with hope and wisdom.

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In this episode of Grief 2 Growth, host Brian Smith is joined by filmmaker Max Rissman, whose debut feature film, Upon Waking, takes viewers on an emotional journey through near-death and shared-death experiences. The film explores themes of forgiveness, family dynamics, and the transformative power of love and healing. Max opens up about his creative process, the challenges of making an independent film, and how spirituality plays a pivotal role in his storytelling.

If you’ve ever wondered about the spiritual side of filmmaking, the role of intuition in creativity, or how art can be a path to healing, this conversation is for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How Max’s childhood passion for storytelling inspired his career as a filmmaker 🎭
• The significance of near-death and shared-death experiences in the film Upon Waking 🕊️
• The challenges Max faced while creating a low-budget feature film during COVID-19 🎥
• Why forgiveness—both of others and oneself—is central to healing 💖
• How spirituality and intuition guide the creative process ✨

About Max Rissman:
Max Rissman is an NYU-trained filmmaker dedicated to creating emotionally resonant stories about the human condition. His debut feature film, Upon Waking, is a powerful exploration of loss, transformation, and self-acceptance. Releasing on Valentine’s Day, the film will be available on Amazon Prime, Fandango, and Hoopla.

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• 🎬 Watch Upon Waking: uponwakingfilm.com
• 🌟 Connect with Brian and join the Grief 2 Growth community: grief2growth.com/community

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I've been studying Near Death Experiences for many years now. I am 100% convinced they are real. In this short, free ebook, I not only explain why I believe NDEs are real, I share some of the universal secrets brought back by people who have had them.

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