Grief Doesn't End, But Neither Does Joy with Alexa Norton

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 twentiesWhy grief doesn't follow a timelineLearning to feel joy without leaving your loved one behindThe hardest moments no one prepares you forHow to support someone who's grievingPractical ways to preserve memories before it's too lateWhy it's okay to protect yourself while healingFinding hope after unimaginable lossIf 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: @griefshineConnect with Olivia: Instagram: @oliviaburnett TikTok: @oliviaburnett YouTube: @twentysomethingpodcast Website: twentysomethingpodcast.com