742483646669721 'The loss I have suffered will not decrease any more today, tomorrow or next year, I will just grow with it,' says Michelle. - The Bottom Line Podcast

Episode 13

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31st Aug 2021

'The loss I have suffered will not decrease any more today, tomorrow or next year, I will just grow with it,' says Michelle.

In Part 2 of this two part episode (listen to Part 1), Michelle discusses grief with Stephanie following the loss of her husband, Sean, to young-onset bowel cancer, aged 36 in April 2021.

Michelle talks openly and honestly about the impact of losing Sean, her anticipatory grief and how Sean gave her permission to be happy and continue living. 

This episode sensitively confronts an often-difficult discussion, offering practical and real advice for coping with the loss of a loved one. 

Learning to be gentle on herself, Michelle’s warm and compassionate chat is essential listening for anyone who is experiencing grief.

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Grief resources referred to -

Nora McInerny - TED Talk | Hot Young Widow's club

Megan Devine - Refuge in grief | It's Ok not to be Ok | Rules at impact (pdf at the bottom)

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The Bottom Line Podcast
An award winning podcast hosted by bowel cancer survivor, Stephanie Bansemer-Brown, is a monthly chat sharing stories and lived-experiences. Hearing from those living with or beyond bowel cancer, as well as health professionals involved in bowel cancer treatment and care, can be a valuable resource that can encourage and inspire others.

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A 100% community-funded national charity dedicated to prevention, early diagnosis, quality treatment and the best care for everyone affected by bowel cancer. We are committed to championing what matters most to people affected by bowel cancer and determined to have an everlasting impact where no Australian dies from bowel cancer and all those diagnosed receive the support they need.