ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Olivia sits down with Alexa Norton, creator of Grief Shine, for one of the most honest conversations yet about what it actually means to live after losing someone you love.
After losing her dad in a tragic skiing accident at just 22 years old, Alexa found herself navigating the kind of grief that no one can truly prepare you for. Together, Olivia and Alexa talk about what those first days felt like, why grief never really "ends," and how it's possible to hold both heartbreak and happiness at the same time.
They also share the lessons they've learned from losing their dads at a young age, from the moments that still catch them off guard to the unexpected hope they've found years later. Whether you're grieving someone yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply want to better understand one of the most universal human experiences, this conversation is for you.
In this episode, Olivia and Alexa discuss:
- Losing a parent in your twenties
- Why grief doesn't follow a timeline
- Learning to feel joy without leaving your loved one behind
- The hardest moments no one prepares you for
- How to support someone who's grieving
- Practical ways to preserve memories before it's too late
- Why it's okay to protect yourself while healing
- Finding hope after unimaginable loss
If this episode resonates with you, consider sending it to someone who's grieving or someone who wants to better understand how to show up for the people they love.
Connect with Alexa:Instagram: @griefshine
Connect with Olivia:Instagram: @oliviaburnettTikTok: @oliviaburnettYouTube: @twentysomethingpodcastWebsite: twentysomethingpodcast.com
