What does grief look like when it doesn't fit the mold? When the casseroles stop arriving? When the world expects you to move on and you’re not ready?
In this heartfelt episode, author and poet Jackie L. Disch shares the story behind her memoir Losing Katy, guiding us through the deeply personal and non-linear journey of losing her wife Katy, to sudden strokes during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Jackie's story also offers a perspective into is something so many of us carry quietly: when we don't see ourselves reflected in the mainstream conversation around loss.
From honouring Katy’s end-of-life wishes to finding unexpected comfort in life's smallest moments, Jackie's experience invites us to rethink the way we understand and support everyone in their grief. In our conversation, we explore the healing power of writing, the signs of connection that transcend loss, and why open conversations about death may be one of the greatest gifts we can give to the people we love.
Whether you've lost a same-sex partner, a non-traditional relationship, or simply feel like your grief has been minimized or misunderstood this conversation is for you.
#GriefJourney #GriefSupport #SpousalLoss #EndOfLifePlanning
For more grief resources and books:
Jackie’s website:
https://www.jackieldisch.com
Vonne’s website:
https://vonnesolis.com/resources
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