She stands by the road. In a white dress. Silent. Watching. And no matter what country you’re in, someone has a story that starts just like that.

In this episode, we trace the recurring shape of the Lady in White—across highways, rivers, cultures, and centuries. From La Llorona to Resurrection Mary to the Irish Banshee, we’ll break down the folklore behind these mourning spirits, and why their stories all carry the same weight: grief that never got a place to rest.

Then we’ll talk about what that means magically—unrested spirits, threshold spaces, and the quiet power of recognition. You’ll learn why these ghosts aren’t looking for fear… they’re looking for memory. And how to set boundaries without shutting the door on what still needs to be seen.

If you’ve ever felt haunted by something that didn’t start with you, or if you’ve driven past a roadside wreath and felt your chest tighten, this one’s for you. Because not every ghost wants revenge.

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