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Days Like These — True Stories

Australian Broadcasting Corporation

  • Moving sideways

Moving sideways

Tuesday 28th June 2022

Caroline Winter shares her poignant story of loss and resilience, choosing to move sideways rather than on after her husband's sudden passing.
30 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Authentic
Healing
Compassionate

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Days Like These — True Stories
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Sobriety Success Stories
Relationships & Community
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Comedic Journeys
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Caroline Winter's Journey: Moving Sideways Through Grief

Episode Overview

  • Caroline Winter shares her story of coping with sudden loss.
  • She chooses to move sideways rather than move on after her husband's death.
  • Explores the non-linear stages of grief and dispels common myths.
  • Finds solace in new activities and spiritual connections.
  • Eventually finds love again with supportive colleague Drew.
I made a really conscious decision not to ever move on, but to move sideways instead.
Caroline Winter's life took an unexpected turn on what seemed like a regular day. She was set to meet her husband, Richard, at the finish line of his first rally car race, but instead, she was met with devastating news of his sudden passing. Caroline's story, shared on 'Days Like These', captures the raw emotions of loss and the unique path she chose in response.
She decided not to move on but to move sideways, carrying Richard's memory with her as she navigated her new reality. This episode offers a heartfelt glimpse into grief, resilience, and the power of human connection. Caroline shares her journey through the stages of grief, dispelling myths and embracing the complexities that come with it.
Her candid reflections reveal how she found solace in unexpected places, from joining a gym to seeking spiritual connections, and ultimately finding love again with Drew, a colleague who supported her through the hardest times. Caroline's story is a testament to the strength found in vulnerability and the unexpected ways life can lead us to happiness once more.
If you've ever wondered how one can find hope in the darkest times, this episode is sure to offer both comfort and inspiration.
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