“Do I Have What It Takes?”: How a Grief Coach Turned His Father’s Death Into a Message of Hope

If you’ve ever questioned your strength after a loss or wondered how to find light in grief, episode 356 is for you. Grief coach and author Sam Miller shares how losing his father—and living with cerebral palsy—led him to ask: Do I have what it takes? Through honest stories and personal insight, Sam shows how journaling, legacy, and perspective can turn grief into purpose. This uplifting episode is for anyone ready to find hope in the healing process. In This Episode, You Will Learn: (0:55) Born with a challenge, living with purpose (3:00) Grief as catalyst: Losing his father (5:00) Writing through the pain (7:30) Legacy like a bank account (10:00) Embracing disability, rejecting shame (13:00) The healing power of helping others (14:30) Happiness and grief can coexist (18:00) Friendships that fade—and ones that return (22:00) Finding answers in the dark (27:00) Remembering who you are Today, I'm joined by Sam Miller—also known as Coach Sam or Sam I Am—an author, speaker, and coach committed to supporting individuals and families affected by disability and grief. Born with cerebral palsy, Sam has turned adversity into purpose, especially in empowering youth to move from limitation to possibility. With a background in sports journalism, he brings a storyteller’s insight to his books I'm Possible: Life Lessons on Thriving with a Disability and I'm Possible: Journey—Finding Treasure in the Midst of Grief. Through coaching, workshops, and speaking, Sam helps others navigate challenge with strength and intention. Throughout this episode, Sam shares how his lived experience—and the loss of his father—inspired his second book, which grew from raw, real-time journaling. He reflects on how grief invites us to be present, feel fully, and still remain open to joy. With honesty and heart, Sam explores how storytelling, focus, and honoring legacy can help transform pain into purpose—for himself and others walking similar paths. Connect with Sam Miller: Website LinkedIn Facebook YouTube Get Sam’s books! Let's Connect: Website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter The Grief and Happiness Alliance Book: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.