Renovating the Soul

Grieving Relationships: Letting Go of What Will Never Be | Ep. 5

Alexandria Robinson Season 1 Episode 5

Grieving isn’t just about losing someone to death—it’s also about coming to terms with the loss of the relationships we wish we had. In this heartfelt episode of Renovating the Soul, Alexandria explores the process of grieving relationships with people who are still living. She opens up about the pain of accepting that the idealized connections we’ve imagined may never become reality and reflects on how to navigate this unique form of loss.

Through personal insights and honest storytelling, Alexandria invites listeners to consider their own experiences with unfulfilled relationships and how to find peace in letting go of unrealistic expectations. This episode offers comfort and clarity for anyone struggling with unresolved feelings and the challenge of moving forward.

We’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Comment, DM us on Instagram, or email us at renovatingthesoul@gmail.com to share your experiences.


Chapters0:00-3:46 Introduction & Quick Episode Recap

3:46 This idea of grieving relationships

8:02 Holidays can magnify our emotions

17:28 Processing the grief

21:25 The relationships Alexandria is grieving

26:00 "Asking things of the dead is not going to produce results"

31:44 The Unhealthy Side

34:36 The Soul journey can be lonely


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