Normalize The Conversation by Inspiring My Generation

Grief, Justice, and the Fight Against Big Oil: A Conversation with Abby Reyes


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Can grief spark global change?


In this powerful episode of Normalize The Conversation, climate justice leader and author Abby Reyes shares the story behind her memoir, Truth Demands: A Memoir of Murder, Oil Wars, and the Rise of Climate Justice.


After losing her partner and fellow land defender in Colombia, Abby turned unimaginable grief into a movement for environmental justice. Through writing and activism, she found healing—and a way to honor those who came before her.


Together, we explore:

  • How personal grief can fuel collective activism
  • Writing as a path to healing and reclaiming voice
  • Seeking justice amid loss and unanswered questions
  • The link between personal healing and planetary restoration


Tune in for a story of resilience, remembrance, and the power of transforming pain into purpose.


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