Grief as a Gateway: Canine Wisdom and Ceremonial Healing with Dr. Isla Fishburne | Heather Leigh Strom

Episode 32 | February 2025

What if grief isn’t just an end, but a doorway to transformation—an elixir for our spiritual amnesia?

In this profound conversation, Dr. Isla Fishburne delves into the deep wisdom of canine consciousness, the power of ceremony during life’s transitions, and the intricate ties between grief, guilt, and control in our healing journeys.

With a background in conservation biology and her unique ability to channel The Canine People, Dr. Fishburne reveals how our dogs are more than companions—they are teachers of trust, gratitude, and surrendering to the unknown.

Discover how to:

• Honor life’s transitions through ritual and ceremony

• Deepen connections with animal spirits as guides

• Transform grief into a path of healing and self-discovery

Tune in and explore how embracing a more ceremonial way of living can reconnect us to nature, our emotions, and the wisdom our animal kin carry.

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