Charlene Lam Believes We Are All Curators After a Loved One Dies

I had such a great discussion with Charlene Lam for this episode. Charlene said she’d like to share with my listeners why she believes we are all curators after a loved one dies. I thought that sounded intriguing, so I invited her on the show. Little did I know I’d end up with some new items on my to-do list! We brainstormed what to do with the pile of old DVDs I have – including all the seasons of Mad Men, which Dennis and I enjoyed together for many years. Listen for Charlene’s reflections and tips for using our loved one’s belongings as a source of connection and healing, and consider dropping into one of her monthly Grief Gallery gatherings on zoom.

Links & resources for this episode

• The Grief Gallery

• Charlene’s website

• Episode 35: Allison Gilbert on keeping memories of our loved ones alive

• Episode 38: Rachel Kodanaz on returning to work after loss

More links for listeners

• Download: Kids & Grief: What You Need to Know

• Article: I’m a Widowed Mom: Here Are My 3 Tips for COVID-19 Widows

• Book: Widowed Parents Unite: 52 Tips to Get Through the First Year, from One Widowed Parent to Another

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