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EPISODE · Jun 2, 2026 · 33 MIN

#10 | Grief, Guilt, and Addiction: Processing the Loss of My Childhood Best Friend

from Candidly Kasi · host Kasi DeStefano

In Episode 10 of Candidly Kasi, Kasi reflects on the loss of her childhood best friend, Lyndsey, after a recent conversation about addiction brought old emotions back to the surface. She shares memories of their lifelong friendship, the guilt she carries for pulling away during Lyndsey's struggles with addiction, and the difficult reality of loving someone you can't save.Kasi also opens up about a powerful reunion that gave her long-awaited closure surrounding a childhood trauma, and the heartbreak of losing Lyndsey before she had the chance to fully thank her.This honest and emotional episode explores grief, regret, friendship, addiction, and the importance of reaching out to the people you love while you still can.Follow Along:https://www.tiktok.com/@natural_minded_mamahttps://www.instagram.com/natural_minded_mama_Episode Sponsors:Shop GET BLESSED BOTANICALS and use code KASI to save 15% https://getblessedbotanicals.com/KASIShop NIMA Gluten Detecting Sensor and use code KASI to save 15% https://nimanow.com/KASIShop Primal Queen Female Focused Beef Organ Supplements and save 25% at checkout https://www.primalqueen.com/KASIShop Bees & Trees Honey and use code KASIDESTEFANO for 10% off at checkout https://www.beesandtrees.com/?ref=KASI

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