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When Fireworks Ruin the Party: The Loneliness of Grief in Happy Moments

Author
Be the change. Media Network and Skylar Jackenthal
Published
Thu 10 Jul 2025
Episode Link
https://goodgrieflifeafterloss.podbean.com/e/when-fireworks-ruin-the-party-the-loneliness-of-grief-in-happy-moments/

What happens when your grief ruins a good time? Skylar shares the story of how a backyard Fourth of July party - and one unexpected Katy Perry song - triggered a tidal wave of emotion. She opens up about the invisible ache of grieving in public, the mental gymnastics of pretending you’re fine, and the isolation that lingers years after a loss.


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