Grieving Out Loud: A Mother Coping with Loss in the Opioid Epidemic

Her shocking loss made international headlines—Now she’s helping others navigate grief


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Nicola Marshall’s world was shattered by a sudden, heartbreaking loss that made headlines around the globe. Her 12-year-old son died after falling from a balcony while they were vacationing in Spain.

Yet, amidst this unimaginable heartache, Nicola discovered a way to move forward—one careful step at a time. Now, she has dedicated her life to understanding grief and supporting others as they navigate their own journeys, offering hope when it feels hardest to find. Nicola is working on writing a book, is a TED Talk speaker, and hosts sessions where people can share their grief.

Listen to Nicola Marshall's Ted Talk "The Power of Grieving as a Tribe" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYF_4m4r5Yw

In this episode of Grieving Out Loud, hear what she has learned about life after loss and her heartfelt advice for those trying to heal or help others in their grief journey.

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