Episode 38: Journey THROUGH Academia

Date broadcast: 29th July 2025

I met Sandra some years ago through a networking group and we have had many fascinating conversations. And time goes by and I was intrigued to learn her current work around grief and how it relates to women’s experiences in the workplace. I’m not even going to try and write notes about what she said, all I would say is listen because grief impacts every single one of us.

Her book recommendations were “The Grieving Brain” by Mary-Frances O’Connor and “The Long Run” by Stacey d’Erasmo.

As for her tip? If you feel there is something you want to do, it doesn’t matter about your age or anything else, just go and do it

Sandra Hunter is an empowerment coach, educator, and founder of empowerHER. With 19+ years in academia, she champions cross-generational, intercultural leadership for women. Her work blends story-healing, mentorship, and strategic coaching to develop confidence, inclusion, and professional transformation—helping women lead with clarity, purpose, and power.

You can find out more about Sandra and her work here:

https://www.empowerhertorise.com/

And the link to her events: https://www.griefhouse.org/event-details/art-as-release-grounding-in-the-senses

To connect with me and join my group:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/unlikelyguru/?ref=share

https://linktr.ee/AnnGirling

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