Episode 15 - The Power of Presence: A Mother’s Story of Child Loss, Leukemia, and Finding Joy

When Suzanne Andora Barron’s son Christopher was first diagnosed with leukemia at age three, she could never have imagined the rollercoaster that lay ahead. Over the next six years, Christopher faced leukemia three times, passing away at age 9. Through it all, Suzanne made a powerful choice: to be fully present with Christopher and his younger brother Ryan. Traditional rules went out the window, and each day was filled with fun and play, no matter the circumstances. Suzanne and her husband didn't play favorites and treated both children as "normal". They discovered that joy and grief are not opposites, but can live side by side. After Christopher's passing, Suzanne spent three years in deep grief. She shares how practices like jin shin jyutsu, yoga, and meditation became her lifeline, transforming crippling anxiety into grounded resilience. She now helps others find light in the darkest places and teaches them tools to balance their own emotions.To work with Suzanne, visit her here:Website: suzanneabarron.comSign up for Suzanne's newsletter to receive weekly tips to shift your mindset and ease pain and discomfort. Delivered to your inbox every Sunday.IG: @SuzanneAndoraBarronFacebook: feeltohealwithsuzanneandorabarronPodcast: Finding Joy in the HardSend us Fan MailThanks for tuning in, your time is valuable and we are so grateful for you! Please share this episode with a friend or someone who could use a hug. You are not alone.Subscribe to the podcast and we'll see you next week! Special thanks to:Podcast Editor Jacqueline van Bierk of Pink Star MusicPodcast Music Good_B_Music