Walking Towards The Whisper – Discovering Your New Self

In this episode we welcome Jennifer ‘Suki’ Otsuki, an Austin native whose journey has been shaped by resilience, healing, and a deep connection to service. After dedicating nearly two decades to the restaurant industry in Dallas following her graduation from the Texas Culinary Academy, Jennifer discovered the transformative power of yoga, cultivating a 20-year practice that would become her sanctuary through life's challenges. Jennifer’s story is one of profound transformation. In 2020, she faced the closure of her passion project and restaurant, as well as the end of a 13-year engagement. These losses left her feeling buried under the weight of grief, which she only came to recognize during a women’s retreat. Through self-love, healing, and years of reclaiming a life worth living, Jennifer discovered the tools to navigate her journey. However, just as she began hosting retreats and sharing her gifts with others, she was struck by the sudden loss of her partner, sous chef, and best friend at the end of 2023. Now, Jennifer channels her experiences and healing journey into guiding others through grief, healing, and connection. Whether it’s through her nourishing meals, her yoga flows, or the profound experiences of her retreats, Jennifer demonstrates that it is possible to create a life you don’t have to retreat from. She joins us today to share her story of perseverance, the lessons she’s learned from navigating grief, and how she’s helping others find the space to heal and grow. Tune in for a conversation filled with hope, resilience, and the power of self-love and connection.   Episode Highlights Jennifer ‘Suki’ Otsuki yoga retreats Healing through grief and self-love Grief recovery through retreats Mind-body connection practices 20-year yoga practice for healing Overcoming loss and finding purpose Transformative women’s retreats Navigating the dark night of the soul Somatic wisdom and daily practices Reclaiming life after profound loss Yoga for emotional healing Grief and healing through connection Nourishing the body and soul after loss Culinary and yoga retreat experiences Coping with the sudden loss of a spouse   Learn more about Jennifer  She will be hosting a 4-night retreat at the Retreat Ranch outside of Austin in Marble Falls, TX in May of 2025 (May 16-20): From Grief to Gratitude -Somatic Bodywork/Somatic Writing -Horse connection  -Nourishing meals Jennifer “Suki” Otsuki is an Intuitive. Somatic Healer. Mindfulness Chef. Retreat Host. Yoga Enthusiast. Divine Feminine. Truth Seeker. Lover. Creator.  Did you enjoy today’s episode?   Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email  susan@tendrilsofgrief.com   Don’t forget to visit Tendrils Of Grief  website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching.   Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community   Tendrils of Grief-Survivor of Loss   To subscribe and review use one links of the links below  Amazon Apple Spotify Audacy Deezer Podcast Addict Pandora Rephonic Tune In   Connect with me Instagram: @Sue_ways Facebook:@ susan.ways Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com   Let me hear your thoughts!