EVEN MORE about this episode:➡️ http://askjulieryan.com/podcast/427In this episode:Have you ever wondered if there could be a greater spiritual force at work in your life? Could you possibly tap into an intuitive awakening to communicate with lost loved ones? Join us as we explore these fascinating questions in our episode with Dr. Lenore Matthew, a social work expert and researcher. Navigating through her personal journey of loss and healing, she sheds light on the crossroads of science and spirituality, creating a unique perspective on overcoming life's greatest trials.In an intriguing conversation, Dr. Matthew uncovers the potential of communicating with the deceased as a form of healing. We delve into her research and profound personal stories of those who have experienced enhanced development of this ability after loss. Breaking the mold, we also discuss the prevailing societal challenges faced by men while expressing emotions and seeking mental health support. The episode is a deep dive into exploring your innate capacity and the profound language of the deceased.In the latter part of our conversation, we touch upon the heart-melting theme of finding love after loss. Dr. Matthew, a widow herself, bravely shares her journey of discovering love again after her husband's passing. She emphasizes the importance of self-love and trust in divine timing, not just for widows, but for every individual struggling to find love. With an exploration into the healing power of communicating with loved ones in Spirit, understanding traumatic experiences, and accepting the afterlife, this episode is set to open your mind to a broader perspective on healing and spirituality.Guest Biography:Dr. Lenore Matthew is on a mission to revolutionize the world of grief and trauma by bringing intuitive practices into healing. She holds a Ph.D. and Master's in Social Work from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, with expertise in research, evidence-based practice, trauma, and grief. She is also a trained evidential medium, and a young widow by suicide loss. Her ability of mediumship opened up when her husband Bruno unexpectedly passed in 2020. After her mediumistic awakening, she formally trained in mediumship development, with her late husband as her main guide.Previously, Dr. Matthew worked as a research and evaluation specialist with international humanitarian organizations, including the United Nations.In her work today, she blends her background as a researcher and social worker with her mediumship ability. Her mission is to normalize mediumship and psychic awakenings, and bring mediumship and other intuitive practices into grief and trauma healing. Dr. Matthew publishes and speaks frequently on grief, trauma, mediumship, and intuitive healing. Her work has been featured by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), The Mighty Mental Health Community, and Mental Health America (MHA). She also hosts monthly workshops and offers a self-paced online program, Continued Connection, which teaches 15 interactive practices to help you connect to your loved ones in Spirit and heal together.Episode Chapters:(0:00:01) - Exploring Spirituality, Healing, and Research(0:08:11) - Premonitions and Healing After Loss(0:17:43) - Learning to Communicate With the Deceased(0:27:07) - Media Mystic Awakening and Shifting Beliefs(0:40:06) - Widow's Journey of Healing and Self-Discovery(0:48:14) - Healing Grief and Communicating With Loved Ones(0:56:50) - Understanding Traumatic Experiences and Seeking Healing(1:02:31) - Healing and Acceptance After Traumatic Loss(1:06:16) - Destiny and the AfterlifePlease join Julie next week with your question.Thursdays at 8pm ET, 7pm CT, 5pm PT.https://askjulieryanshow.com And, please leave a five-star review and subscribe so you can hear all the new episodes. Julie Recommends:Viome’s Gut Health Test and use code: JULIERYAN at checkout for $110 discount.Purity Woods’ Age-Defying Dream Cream or enter JULIERYAN at check