Trigger Warning: This chapter contains discussions about suicide which may be distressing for some listeners. Please take care of yourself and skip this chapter if you need. Sherie will be joining us next week for the segment "Moments of Knowing", we encourage you to join us next week if this subject is triggering for you.

We are honored to have Sherie, the founder of Azadi Healing, join us for chapter five of our podcast. Sherie shares her experiences surrounding the loss of her dad to suicide, providing insight into the complexities of grief and the moments that define our understanding of loss. As she recounts the events leading to her dad's passing, she highlights the importance of presence and connection in times of sorrow. This conversation is not merely a recounting of pain but a testament to the love and memories that endure beyond loss. We invite you to tune in next week for Sherie's segment, "Moments of Knowing," where she will delve deeper into these themes.

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