Selflessly Grieving [Grandpa Lane]

When grief and celebration collide, how do you choose what deserves your energy? In this heartfelt episode, I open up about the unexpected passing of Grandpa Lane — my partner's grandfather, and in many ways, a grandfather figure to me, too. He passed the morning after my 38th birthday, reshaping a moment that had always been marked by joy.Instead of celebration, I chose presence — for my partner, for his family, and to honor a man who lived boldly and loved deeply. Through this experience, I reflect on what it means to grieve selflessly, how we carry the legacy of those we lose, and why living fully is the most powerful tribute we can give. If you’re in a season of grief or standing between joy and sorrow, this one’s for you.