After retiring from professional swimming, Sally Hunter faced a new kind of challenge: coping with the loss of the structure, purpose, and community that had defined her life. In her story, she explores the grief athletes experience when stepping away from sport and highlights how connection, support, and understanding from sporting clubs and communities can make all the difference.
When former elite sprinter Jane Larkin’s career ended, she faced an unexpected kind of grief — losing the identity she’d built around sport.
Now an actress and filmmaker, Jane shares her story as part of Griefline and OTLR’s It’s Only a Game campaign, reminding us that grief isn’t just about loss through death — it’s also felt when we lose purpose, connection, or identity.
As part of National Carers Week, Marz shares her story of love, resilience and life alongside her partner, Michael, who lives with Young Onset Parkinson’s.
Together, they’ve learned to navigate daily challenges while holding on to what matters most: connection.
Their story is a heartfelt reminder that even in the face of illness, love can deepen, and care can become a powerful act of courage.
As part of National Carers Week, Jo Blanshard shares her story of strength, advocacy and love through the challenges of caring for her family.
From co-parenting a neurodiverse child to supporting her husband through illness, Jo’s journey has been one of exhaustion, faith and deep connection. Her experiences inspired the creation of Healthy Hearts – Advocacy. Education. Support, empowering others to find courage and community along their own caring path.
Jo’s story is a reminder that carers deserve recognition, rest, and the support to keep their own hearts full.
Griefline is proud to collaborate with StandBy Support After Suicide this World Suicide Prevention Day. Tilly Wirihana shares her story of losing her nephew, showing how grief can change over time.
In this episode of Griefline, Marianne Bowdler interviews author Saurabh Mishra about his book My Wednesdays – From Death to Life. Saurabh introduces Circle Day, a transformative initiative focused on meditation, volunteering, and community giving, highlighting the connection between self-care and service. He shares insights from his palliative care experiences, exploring concepts like a “good death,” deathbed phenomena, and the significance of surrender, all enriched by spiritual wisdom. Tune in for this enlightening conversation!
Grief doesn’t end when you return to work. Join Griefline ambassadors Stephanie Chiu, Sally Douglas, and Imogen Carn as they share their deeply personal stories and survey insights, shining a light on the urgent need for better workplace support for grieving employees. Discover practical steps your organisation can take to foster a compassionate work environment.
Losing a pet can be as profound as losing a human loved one, but support is often scarce. Join Griefline’s Louisa Smith and Dr. Jackie Campbell of Sunset Vets for a crucial discussion on pet palliative care. Discover how Sunset Vets supports families through end-of-life care, the impact of pet grief, and involving children in the process.
In our conversation with the CEO of the Emergency Services Foundation, Siusan MacKenzie, we explore how emergency services personnel face grief and loss on the job and its impact on their daily lives. Discover their coping strategies, the effects of global crises, and vital support programs.
Griefline’s Bryan Petheram interviews Keith Banks—best-selling author, dynamic public speaker, and transformative coach. Keith believes true thriving comes from genuine connection and breaking down mental health stigmas. His approach teaches us to accept and address our trauma, crafting happier, more fulfilling lives, and becoming better individuals—whether as partners, employers, or positive contributors to our world. Tune in for an inspiring and insightful discussion.
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