Find The Light Through the Fog of Grief

Grief 2 Growth GPS Signature Program

Are you feeling disoriented, isolated, or stuck after a significant loss? The Grief 2 Growth GPS Signature Program is more than a roadmap; it’s a customized GPS route designed to guide you from the depths of grief into a life filled with purpose, hope, and a renewed sense of belonging.

If you’ve found traditional grief counseling, self-study, ignoring your grief, support groups, or religion has not given you the results you want, keep reading to find out how my program is different.

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Mental Fitness Trainer, Grief Guide, Spiritual Sherpa
Brian D. Smith

Brian D. Smith is an author, podcaster, and coach serving people who feel “stuck” in life and are ready to bring out their fullest potential for well-being and thriving. Brian made his name working with people who have suffered loss and want to work through their grief and get back in the driver’s seat of their lives. He helps people ready for a reset in their lives because they feel it’s out of balance with their priorities or misaligned with their purpose. Brian’s approach is very different from traditional grief counseling. His comprehensive approached is steeped in experience.

Brian now shares the wisdom of his years of inquiry and personal development, along with techniques acquired as a life coach, grief educator, and mental health trainer, with his listeners, readers, students, and clients.

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David Kessler- Certified Grief Educator
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The Shift Network- Summit Speaker

Does this sound familiar?

  • Struggling to find meaning or joy in daily life?
  • Battling feelings of guilt, anger, or lingering sadness?
  • Feeling disconnected from your core beliefs or values?
  • Wondering how to maintain a connection with a loved one who has passed?
  • Seeking effective ways to nurture yourself amid overwhelming grief?
  • Grief counseling doesn’t seem to be helping.

If any of these resonate with you, keep reading.

“I did not hesitate to work with Brian. After reading the book, I was very excited to speak to someone with a similar experience who could offer help.

I liked that he understood where I was and that I could function again one day.

I have been able to work again, make decisions, and plan for the hard days. I figured out strategies for daily life. I learned to make decisions based on where I am at any given moment, not based on what makes sense to the old Kelly.

Brian was an absolute blessing to me. I hope he helps many others.

If you don’t have any idea how to function after losing a child, talk to Brian.”

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Program Features

What Makes the Grief 2 Growth GPS Signature Program Unique?

Unlike generalized self-help programs or traditional grief counseling, this is an intensely personalized, high-touch experience to address your specific pain points and aspirations.

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One-on-One Zoom Sessions

Choose between 3, 6, or 8 tailored sessions, offering you undivided attention and focused guidance.

02

Personalized Follow-Up Content

Gain access to videos and emails that act as your guideposts on this healing journey.

03

Handpicked Resources

Receive customized recommendations for additional tools and readings to empower you further.

04

Premium Content

Unlock specially created resources that directly target your needs and questions.

05

Direct Access to Brian

Have a question or need clarity? Contact Brian via text or email throughout the program for real-time guidance.

Core Modules to Navigate Your Path

While each journey is unique, several foundational themes benefit most clients. This program goes beyond traditional grief counseling. We can explore these or anything you like during your 3,6, or 8 sessions.

🌟 Believe Change Is Possible

We begin your journey by exploring your limiting beliefs and recognizing that the past does not dictate your future. You will earn to embrace the power of personal growth, take responsibility, and set goals for the next eight weeks. We all have beliefs holding us back. In week one, we’ll identify these potential roadblocks.

✝️ When Religion Doesn’t Help

In the journey of grief, our spiritual beliefs and religious backgrounds often become intensified. They offer solace, and, at times, further confusion or pain. Together, we will discern and navigate the complex interplay between religion and spirituality, especially during the delicate times following a loss.

We respectfully explore how certain religious doctrines may not only offer comfort but also inadvertently contribute to the intensification of grief.

⛓️ Break The Chains Of Unforgiveness

The pain of grief can cause us to seek someone to blame. Anger turned inward is guilt. Anger may be directed at a third party, like a doctor, hospital, or someone else we hold responsible. Anger can even be directed to our deceased loved one. This unforgiveness holds us back. It’s essential to let go of any blame, self-directed or otherwise.

💔 Understand What Grief Is and Know You Can Heal

We will delve into the nature of grief, its symptoms, and the reasons behind it. I’ll share insights from my own experience and the stories of others as we discover the difference between moving forward and moving on and envision a life where healing from grief is possible. We’ll set realistic goals for our grief journey and understand what it means to take this trip and where it leads.

❤️ Let’s Take Care of Ourselves

Discover the importance of self-care and self-love. I’ll guide you through the process of prioritizing your well-being and committing to nurturing your physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. I will give you tips and techniques you can use no matter how busy your life is.

🧘 Improve Mindfulness

Experience the power of mindfulness and its role in healing. Together, we’ll explore mindfulness practices and commit to incorporating them into your daily life. Being mindful doesn’t mean meditating for an hour a day (unless you want to). Instead, we will work on ways that fit your busy schedule and that you will find enjoyable.

🌌 Grasp The Big Picture

Contemplate life’s more significant questions and find meaning in your experiences. We’ll discuss the purpose of human life and how you can create something positive out of your loss. Knowing why we’re here makes it much easier to endure what we endure during this earthly life.

🔮 Why You Can Believe

I’ll share the evidence for the afterlife that I’ve gathered from my decades of research and hundreds of hours of interviews. We’ll explore various perspectives on life beyond death, including mediumship, near-death experiences, and philosophical arguments that support the existence of an afterlife.

🦋 Continue Your Relationship

Discover ways to maintain a meaningful connection with your loved ones who have passed on. We’ll learn about signs, synchronicities, dreams, and after-death communications together. You don’t have to learn to live without your loved one. Instead, learn to form a new bond with them. This approach is different from traditional grief counseling.

🧠 Positive Intelligence Concepts

Embrace your inner Sage and recognize the saboteurs in your life. Then, I’ll guide you in learning how to stay in Sage mode and make empowering choices that support your growth and healing. These concepts will lock down everything we’ve learned in the past several weeks and train you to return to them when you forget.

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Some clients’ thoughts…

In the twenty-plus years I have known Brian, we have had many hours of debate, discussion, and supportive dialogue. Sometimes passionate, interesting, and off the wall, but always thoughtful and respectful.

Brian is a true friend and brother, whose insights and approaches have helped me grow as a person, as a man, and as a father. He has an exceptional blend of intuition with a scientific approach in helping to approach life problems and advice. He does so while ensuring compassion is kept in mind, especially when having difficult conversations. I would highly recommend Brian as a life coach.
Kevin Min
Brian is a kind, compassionate, and passionate soul. He’s the real deal and if he’s committed to something he is all in. He is always willing to listen to different viewpoints and knowing him has helped me to reaffirm that tendency in myself.
Mike Welsh
From the first time I met Brian Smith, I felt like I knew him forever. I had been reading his blogs for a year, and I was extremely touched by his honesty, straightforwardness, and love. It is rare to witness a man who is willing to share his personal feelings with others in such a public format. Since then, I have come to know Brian very well.

He has been one of the largest factors in my ability to walk the grief journey after my son, Aymen, passed.

Brian is not only a mentor, but he also has the aptitude to be a wonderful listener, advisor and has a great deal of emotional intelligence. He is easy to talk to and is not afraid to tell me what I need to hear. Brian’s perspective on things has been a true blessing for me.
Tracy S
I’ve known Brian for over ten years. I worked with Brian on a local new church plant several years ago and it was there that I witnessed his heart for compassion and social justice. Since then, I have followed his blogs and other writings that speak to higher consciousness and the various forms of human connection.

He has done the work and his depth of knowledge makes him more than qualified to walk alongside others and guide them in their life journey.
Deb Wiggins
Brian Smith is a talented and compassionate  person that went through one of the hardest things that can happen to a parent, losing a child. I meet him during the darkest days of my soul after I lost my only child. 

Brian, his wife and a couple of other parents administer an online group dedicated to helping grieving parents.  Brian is always there for anybody that needs some advice on how to navigate through this hard journey.

His knowledge of spirituality and science is impressive. I know that his devotion, and compassion is going to help so many others find their true path. 

Thank you Brian for the  wonderful work that you do, and for being such a bright light for so many of us. 
Paola Leslie
Back in 2011, I left my farmhouse after having caught my then-husband cheating on me. He had been emotionally abusive for quite some time but the cheating was still a bad shock. I joined Facebook and one of the first people I met was. Brian.

In the eight years since I have known Brian, I have come a very long way, both in healing from my wounds from the relationship and also in my political and world views. Yes, I already was very open-minded as far as religious, spiritual and racial views are concerned but my I have learned positive discourse, constructive criticism and how to listen.

Although Brian is very busy, in the times I have needed counsel most he has been there.
MaryLou S.
Our time together was invaluable. Truly. You have an amazing ability to pinpoint life factors that affect grief management. This is a tricky, challenging subject full of tears.

Our sessions provided a great sense of awareness regarding what you can and cannot control as well as monitoring realistic expectations of those who surround me.
With your constant, compassionate support, I find myself climbing out of my mental black hole. It’s time to move forward and take life as it comes.

Thank you, Brian! You have reminded me of purpose and acceptance. You are one of my rocks of stability and one of life’s blessings.
Andrea Scherer
As you know, I came to you because I appreciated your experience and expertise regarding grief, planning, family issues, and spirituality. 

I’ve learned a LOT about all those subjects- both from our conversations and from the resources and opportunities you suggested so I can learn on my own. I have clarified my plans for how I want my life to look now and in the future.

I am moving forward in learning some aspects of grief and healing that I was lacking in. Perhaps most importantly, you’ve helped me harness all I’ve learned in this journey to increase my self-confidence and move ahead.
Claudia Milligan
I chose to work with Brian because I’ve known him for over 10 years. That much time has given me the opportunity to see his integrity and heart. He’s an exceptional person in so many ways, and I’ve always felt lucky to have met him, even luckier to call him a friend. The chance to work directly with him was too incredible of an opportunity to pass up.

Do yourself a favor, don’t pass it up. Before I reached out to Brian, I was worried we wouldn’t vibe and that it might be awkward because of our friendship.

Brian is a great listener. He really made me feel heard and understood. His advice and perspective rang a bell of truth in my soul. Brian’s better than many therapists I’ve had. Brian helped me to feel a connection to humanity. I can call back on that when I’m feeling lonely. It’s easier to give myself permission to be loved, including to love myself.If you’re thinking about meeting up with him, do it. Don’t wait. He’s an amazing coach.
Caprise Adams
When our teenage son Teo passed suddenly, we looked into traditional therapists to help with our shock and grief but realized quickly that Brian was a much better fit.

He brought a calming, supportive, non-judgmental, and strength-based approach to our coaching sessions. Instead of regarding our devastating grief as a problem to be fixed because he had gone through a similar experience with his daughter, he served as an inspiring role model and living proof that being fully in our grief (vs. suppressing it) could eventually take us to a place of post-traumatic growth. I can’t overstate how important that was in the first year or so, especially when you can’t imagine functioning normally again, let alone having an expanded future.

When we shared stories of the remarkable ways our son’s entire community was suddenly getting direct communication from Teo, Brian easily drew from his extensive reading and interviews with countless experts to help us make sense of this new world. 

Ongoing communication with our son has turned out to be an essential part of our healing, and we needed to speak with someone who understood rather than patronized. Brian is open-minded while being discerning, compassionate, and non-ideological. He has been an incredible support to us during the hardest times of our lives.  

I would say that couples that may have different approaches to therapy, grief, and the idea that our loved ones are still alive probably couldn’t find a better guide through this impossible yet expansive journey. We both felt better every time we talked to Brian; I think you will too.
Cecilie S.
I have been through a tremendously difficult time in my life following the losses of my father and my fiancé who passed away only 2 years apart. I was fortunate enough to have the support of Brian to help me through this challenging period.

From the very first meeting, I felt deeply understood due to the genuine warmth and empathy in our sessions.

Throughout our conversations, I felt completely at ease and secure in the knowledge that I was in a safe, non-judgmental space. Brian was open-minded, understanding, and always willing to listen to my thoughts and feelings. I will be forever grateful for the guidance and support that he provided.

I can honestly say that working with Brian helped me considerably in dealing with some intrusive thoughts and gave me the nudge I needed to start building a new life after loss. If you find yourself in a difficult time of bereavement, I would highly recommend booking a discovery session with Brian.
Sina H
I was a bit reluctant to sign up for Positive Intelligence because of my uncertainty of what the program was about and the time commitment.One thing I liked about working with Brian was how he shared his own learning process and journey. Adopting the Positive Intelligence mindset helped me gain a better understanding. I also appreciated how Brian organized the Pod meetings with guided discussion but allowed the discussion to evolve as our members expanded on their weekly progress and experiences. The follow-up emails offering support or deeper explanations as we read through the book reinforced my learning process.

The entire concept of developing our mental muscles to overcome our saboteurs and enhance our sage mindset was extremely powerful to me. I continue to refer back to the program to help center myself when I get too caught up in achieving an unwieldy list of goals. Or get frustrated at not meeting a schedule that self-inflicts undue stress.

After the program, I am so much more self-aware of finding more effective ways to communicate with my family members. The PQ program equipped me with a way to identify and manage or weaken my saboteurs when they arise.

Brian did an excellent job leading our weekly check-ins. I appreciated the opportunity to have one-on-one sessions with Brian as the program went along.

The Positive Intelligence program helped me recognize how to clear my self-obstructed path. But most importantly, the knowledge I gained has improved the relationship I have with myself and others.

Brian is an excellent facilitator and coach.
Michelle S
Having worked with Brian a few years ago when he first started doing life coaching, I had no hesitation when the opportunity came up to sign up for the Positive Intelligence course with him.

I love Brian’s calm manner and gentle approach.As someone who already has a background in mental health and loves self-help books and programs, I had no idea how much I would get out of the positive intelligence program. Learning about and becoming aware of how often my saboteurs interfere with my day-to-day thoughts and activities was very enlightening.

It was a little hard to realize how often I judged myself and others or how much I was compelled to be in control. However, just becoming aware of it was so helpful in learning to combat my saboteurs and replace my thoughts and behaviors with a sage response instead.

As someone pretty self-aware and committed to continual personal growth and improvement, I was surprised by how much my saboteurs were hijacking my thoughts. This program was enlightening, and I highly recommend it to anyone! It has helped me be more aware of and reframe my thoughts to be more compassionate with myself and others.
Samantha F
I very much appreciated Saturday’s session. I like having conversations that include my partner Cecilie and touch on both the intensely emotional part of this process as well as the metaphysical and intellectual pieces that contribute to developing new understandings and perspectives on my child transitioning but being very present.

Afterward, I felt calmer and more hopeful. I like how I can make an appointment for a time that works for me, that I can talk about anything I need to and don’t have to script the conversation beforehand, and how you are a steady and very human presence.

Mostly I benefit from anything you say that helps me hope for my own future as I struggle to rebuild my life after the transition of my son since you’ve walked a similar path. Most days that’s what I need to know that someone else has done it in a positive way.
Carolyn Hunt
I hesitated to contact you because I didn’t know you and wasn’t sure you could help me. But you had practical ideas that helped. You didn’t come across as knowing everything or being “preachy.”

You gave me the leads that I needed to help with publishing the book I wanted to write about my daughter. You also helped me gain the confidence to move ahead with my project.

Brian is a great resource who has practical experience and helps boost self-confidence. Because of working with you, I was able to complete my project, and my book is published.
Harry Bruell
Brian spoke to me about two months after my 15-year-old son had passed. He reassured me that our kids leave us signs and that they are always with us. He spoke about his beautiful daughter and her awesome spirit. He made me feel like grief was okay and that the process is something you must allow yourself to go through in order to grow. His energy for life and honoring grief is truly authentic.

If you are grieving and need to figure out how to grow from it, stay connected to your loved one, or just need a grief partner to listen to your thoughts, he is the guy!

Thanks Brian for everything!
Jennifer “Jaki” Johnson
A mutual friend texted me the day Shayna passed. I’d lost my 15-year-old daughter Leora in 2003. I reached out that day to offer my help. Our daughters left similar legacies – to use our grief, experience, hope, and strength to reach out and love others who are hurting. Brian hit the ground running.

I already knew before this loss that Brian was smart and compassionate. But early on, he took all of his grief and pain and put it on display to process it with the world. The courage that he has shown in being so raw and vulnerable in the early days, shows people that they can experience the worst, but still survive. Today he is still sometimes raw, and always vulnerable, but he has been healing and showing how you can thrive.

He’s found a way to integrate his life and business skills with the instinctive and behavioral qualities he has been honing over the last few years. He is a brave leader, setting an important example for others to follow.

Two years ago I had a PTSD trigger take me down. Eventually, I sent up a flare, and somehow Brian put his hand into the darkness and reached me. His kindness, empathy, and very simple words “baby steps” helped to start me on a steep, upward hike out of the dark.

Brian is a friend, colleague, ally, and partner in grief, who continues to be a wonderful accountability buddy and cheerleader for me in my own personal and business growth. This is a man everyone needs in their corner.
Jeri Lynn
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There are a lot of so-called “grief experts” out there whose attempts to teach and counsel fall short because they can only reference their own personal experiences. Brian has the unique ability to address grief from a more pluralistic perspective, drawing on his own loss experience but also creating a spacious place of listening and compassion for his clients. He doesn’t try to position himself as a guru. He is a wise teacher, but his humility makes all the difference.
Brian knows how to express complex ideas and unpack complicated emotions in a way that makes them understandable and easy to digest. He has a clear vision, spiritual depth, and a calming presence.

I’ve seen Brian captivate workshop audiences and guide classes into deep healing insights.
Terri Daniels
I did not hesitate to work with Brian. After reading the book, I was very excited to speak to someone with a similar experience who could offer help.

I liked that you understood where I was and that I could possibly function again one day.
I have been able to work again, make decisions, and plan for the hard days. I figured out strategies for daily life. I learned to make decisions based on where I am at any given moment, not based on what makes sense to the old Kelly.

Brian was an absolute blessing to me. I hope that he helps many others.

If you don’t have any idea how to function after losing a child, talk to Brian.
Kelly A.

Enroll Today, Transform Tomorrow.

Enroll in the GPS program today and take the first step towards transforming your grief into growth and discovering your spiritual path.

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If you’re eager to turn the page and begin a new chapter of resilience and emotional freedom, Enroll in the Grief 2 Growth GPS Signature Program today. Let Brian guide you through this deeply transformative process with the empathy and insight only a fellow traveler can offer.

FAQs

This program is designed for anyone grappling with grief, regardless of its source—whether it’s from the loss of a loved one, divorce, job loss, or any other life-altering event.

While Brian is a certified grief educator, there are several differences between this program and traditional grief counseling. Brian uses the continuing bonds framework. Grief counseling has told people to let go of their loved one, as an unhealthy attachment. Continuing bonds encourages an on-going relationship.

Brian has experienced the loss of a child. Brian encourages talking about spiritually transformative experiences and seeking them. Brian incorporates talking about the afterlife into the program. Many of Brian’s clients have gone to grief counselors or continue to see them even while taking the program.

The duration of the program varies depending on the number of one-on-one Zoom sessions you choose—options are available for 3, 6, or 8 sessions. You choose how many sessions you want to start with. Additional sessions are always available.

Clients are encouraged to schedule one session a week, as time allows.

You have access to me via email and text for any questions or concerns that arise throughout the program. You can email or text. I will respond as my availability allows. My clients love our interactions that occur between our regularly scheduled sessions.

While the program is customized, there are key modules we often explore, including understanding your limiting beliefs, grief education, self-care techniques, mindfulness practices, and strategies for continuing bonds with departed loved ones.

No, this program is not based on any religious dogma. While we will discuss the role of your current beliefs, the focus is on evidence-based perspectives.

Absolutely. The program incorporates both traditional and contemporary methods of grief recovery, supported by scientific studies and real-world evidence.

In addition to one-on-one sessions, you receive follow-up videos, emails, and access to a suite of premium resources designed to assist you on your grief journey.

Pricing details can be found by clicking the “Sign Up” button on our program page.

Signing up is easy! Just click the “Sign Up” button on our program page, and you’ll be guided through the process.

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Packages to meet you where you are at. Select from 3, 6 and 8 session packages.

3 Sessions

Anchor Point

In this initial stage, you’re not alone as you face the turbulent waters of grief. “Anchor Point” provides you with essential tools to stabilize your emotions and thoughts during this difficult time. Over the course of three sessions, we’ll work together to understand your immediate needs, lay a foundation of coping strategies, and help you find your footing again. This grounding phase is designed to help you manage day-to-day life with emotional balance, making it easier for you to navigate through more complex healing later on.

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6 Sessions

Heart’s Horizon

Moving beyond the immediate effects of loss, “Heart’s Horizon” takes you on a deeper emotional voyage over six sessions. Together, we’ll explore the terrain of your inner world, focusing on emotional intelligence, the complexity of grief, and even your spiritual questions. This level is tailored to encourage self-reflection and healing, offering you a broader perspective of your grief journey. Think of it as expanding your horizon, helping you to see more clearly the paths that are available for your emotional and spiritual growth.

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8 Sessions

Soul Summit

The pinnacle of your healing journey, “Soul Summit” consists of eight impactful sessions that aim for profound spiritual understanding and connection. At this stage, we dive deeper into the eternal bond that exists between you and your loved ones, beyond the physical realm. Drawing upon your own experiences, as well as reason and evidence, we’ll delve into life’s bigger questions about the nature of the afterlife, continuing relationships with departed loved ones, and your personal growth as a soul having a human experience. This is where you find your highest elevation, giving you a panoramic view of both your earthly life and your everlasting connection to the spiritual realm.

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“I have been through a tremendously difficult time in my life following the loss of my father and my fiancé who passed only two years apart. I was fortunate enough to have the support of Brian to help me through this challenging period.

From the very first meeting, I felt deeply understood due to the genuine warmth and empathy in our sessions.

Throughout our conversations, I felt completely at ease and secure in the knowledge that I was in a safe, non-judgemental space. Brian was open-minded, understanding, and always willing to listen to my thoughts and feelings. I will be forever grateful for the guidance and support he provided.

I can honestly say that working with Brian helped me considerably in dealing with some intrusive thoughts and gave me the nudge I needed to start building a new life after loss.

If you find yourself in a difficult time of bereavement, I would highly recommend booking a discovery session with Brian”

Sina H.

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