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Published Sep 14, 2019

Facing Loss, Dreaming Big, and Becoming a Superstar with Lindsey Stirling and Lewis Howes

Violinist and performer Lindsey Stirling delves into overcoming personal loss, pursuing creative passions, and transforming public failures into growth, offering profound insights on resilience, dreaming big, and the mental strength required to succeed.
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  • Coping with Loss

    opens up about her experiences with losing close loved ones and how she managed her grief. She shares the profound impact of losing her best friend and father, emphasizing that while the pain never fully disappears, the heart is resilient and can heal over time. Lindsey's belief in angels has provided her with immense comfort, helping her to live in the moment and cherish her relationships.

    The heart heals. And the most amazing thing about it for me, I think, is my. I'm so grateful that I'm a very spiritual and a very religious person because I've always believed in angels.

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    Her journey through loss has taught her to appreciate the present and the people in her life, despite the inevitable pain of future losses 1 2.

       

    Spiritual Resilience

    Lindsey's spirituality plays a crucial role in her resilience, especially during challenging times. She recounts her experience on Dancing with the Stars, where she felt guided by angels and her late father, which gave her the strength to perform beyond her physical limits. This belief in spiritual support has been a cornerstone of her ability to overcome obstacles.

    Miracles are real and angels are with you. I honestly imagine us walking through life with these big angels around us all the time.

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    Her faith has provided her with a sense of peace and the conviction that her loved ones are always with her, guiding her steps 3 4.

       

    Embracing Gratitude

    Practicing gratitude is a key element in Lindsey's approach to life. She discusses how maintaining a gratitude journal has significantly improved her overall happiness and shifted her default mindset to a more positive one. This simple yet powerful practice has helped her transform self-perception and build resilience.

    I strongly encourage everyone to do a gratitude journal because it makes you intentional in saying, this is the kind of person I want to be.

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    By focusing on small, positive steps each day, Lindsey has developed a robust toolkit for maintaining mental and emotional well-being 5 6.

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