Episode 38 – The Witness Void | When You’re Present but Not Really There

There’s a state many people slip into after loss, trauma, or long-term overwhelm.

You’re awake.
You’re functioning.
You’re even talking to people.

But inside, you feel like you’re watching life from a distance.

In this episode of The Grief Guardian Podcast, we talk about what I call The Witness Void — that place where you’re aware, but disconnected. Present, but not fully in your body.

For many grieving parents, especially fathers, this state shows up quietly. No breakdowns. No big emotions. Just distance, numbness, and a strange sense of observing your own life instead of living it.

In this episode, we explore:

• What the Witness Void actually is

• How it shows up in everyday life

• Why it’s a normal response to grief and overwhelm

• How it affects relationships and connection

• Gentle ways to return to your body without forcing anything

If you’ve ever thought, “I feel like I’m here, but I’m not really here,” this episode is for you.

You’re not broken.
You’re not failing grief.
Your system is trying to protect you.

🎧 Listen if you’re navigating grief, numbness, dissociation, or emotional shutdown
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