Episode 277: She Lost Her Husband at 51–Here’s How Alisa Cooper Alchemized Her Grief

May 21

When Alisa Cooper lost her husband unexpectedly on a dream trip abroad, her entire world cracked open.

In this powerful episode, Alisa shares how she transformed unimaginable grief into the catalyst for becoming the most alive, aligned, and authentic version of herself. I first met her at a retreat in Brazil, and from that very first conversation, I knew I was in the presence of someone deeply wise.

Alisa hasn’t let this tragedy dominate her life. At the heart of her healing is a process she created for herself, called Cocoon to Butterfly, a 9 stage grief-to-freedom journey that helps others alchemize loss into self-love, purpose, and true inner peace.

If you’re navigating the loss of a loved one, grieving a version of yourself, or craving deeper meaning in your life, this episode will stir something in your soul. It’s about remembering who you are, reclaiming your light, and rising!

I’m also so honored to be a speaker at Alisa’s Cocoon to Butterfly: The Live Experience at the end of June in Tacoma, Washington. If you’re feeling moved to come, don’t second-guess it – just get yourself there! It’s going to be such a special experience.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of grief, loss, and the death of a spouse.

IN THIS EPISODE:

Alisa’s love story with her husband, from summer teenage romance to going their separate ways – and then coming back together as adults
How losing her husband led to alchemizing grief into a vibrant, purpose-driven life, and sparked the creation of a transformational movement

The mystical experience Alisa had communicating with her late husband, including the telepathic moments and healing messages she received
Breaking down grief as fuel for ascension, and why embracing your darkest pain is the gateway to discovering your authentic self
The “Cocoon to Butterfly” stages that turn heartbreak into a catalyst for freedom, growth, and self-love (and check out the live experience this June!)

REFLECTION QUESTION

Alisa shares that true healing required her to “burn down” old patterns and honestly accept where she was. If you took an honest inventory right now, what patterns, beliefs, or roles are ready to be released in your life? What might your next rebirth look like?

“I will never take my oxygen mask off again for anyone. It will always be on permanently, because that is truly loving yourself. And it's not selfish. It's actually selfless. - Alisa Cooper

“No one needs to be fixed. We have everything that we need within us. And what is most important is to awaken to that and take off the layers so that you live your authentic self. There's nothing wrong with us. It's about finding truly home within ourselves. That's what we're here to do.” - Alisa Cooper

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The Cocoon to Butterfly: The Live Experience is happening June 28-29 in Tacoma, Washington. I hope to see you there!

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