Episode 320: Jr.’s Mom

Today’s guest, Stephanie, says that her son, Jr., had a lifelong mantra that he lived by – ‘me versus me.’ He even had this phrase tattooed on himself for his 18th birthday. Rather than measuring himself against anyone else, he aimed each day to outdo the...

Episode 319: Libby’s Mum

Today’s guest, Lisa, says she has always felt a special, spiritual link to her eldest daughter, Libby—starting when Libby was an infant and lasting throughout her life. One night, Lisa complained to her husband about a throbbing thumb. The next morning, Libby...

Episode 316: Chasey’s Momma

He should be here. Today’s guest, Lindsay, says that these are the four most impactful words that have been said to her in the year since her 6-month-old son, Chase, died from bacterial meningitis. These words don’t try to cheer her up or remind her of...

Episode 312: Jeannine’s Dad

Belief expansion. As they navigate life, all adults develop a core set of beliefs. When tragedy strikes, sometimes these core beliefs can be shaken. Some grieving people lose their sense of spirituality, while others gain a deeper, stronger faith after experiencing...

Episode 311: Denver’s Mom

Near the end of today’s interview, my guest, Miranda, said one of the most beautiful sentences that I have ever heard from a bereaved mom, especially one who is now only 9 months into her grief journey. Miranda said, “Denver’s death is going to be my...