In this moving episode, which we’re rereleasing in honor of Nikki Mark, who shares how the death of her 12-year-old son Tommy brought her messages from heaven that transformed her grief into hope, purpose, and a lasting legacy. Nikki is the author of the highly acclaimed memoir Tommy’s Field: Love, Loss, and the Goal of a Lifetime, chronicling the unexpected passing of her 12-year-old son, Tommy, and her extraordinary journey to heal, honor his memory, and leave a lasting legacy.

In this episode, Nikki shares her unconventional path to grief, hope, and transformation—turning heartbreak into a mission that has inspired communities across Los Angeles. She also reflects on her recent New York Times essay, “My Son Is Gone. Our Conversation Goes On”

, which brings her story of loss, love, and signs from beyond to an even wider audience.

As founder and president of the TM23 Foundation, Nikki has created a state-of-the-art athletic field in Tommy’s honor, ensuring his love of soccer and playful spirit lives on in others.

Tommy’s Field: Love, Loss, and the Goal of a Lifetime: https://bookshop.org/a/93249/9781454951049

Read the episode blog post here: https://ireneweinberg.com/nikki-mark-are-you-aware-that-when-we-heal-our-own-hearts-we-also-heal-our-families-and-the-world-around-us/

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