In this deeply moving episode, Janine Igliane and Ryan Hatcher sit down with Melissa Lord, author of Echoed: A Grief Journal, to talk about her personal journey through grief and healing. Melissa opens up about the tragic loss of her nephew, Preston Lord, who was murdered in Gilbert, Arizona - a story that has shaken and inspired many.
But this episode isn't just about one story, it's about all forms of grief. Whether you're mourning a loved one, navigating a divorce, or simply facing life's inevitable changes, Melissa shares how Echoed was created to help others process their emotions. Designed around the stages of grief, her interactive journal gives space for reflection, healing, and hope.
Melissa also shares her other passion, labor & delivery. As a labor and delivery nurse, Melissa is no stranger to life’s most profound moments. She opens up about stepping away from her career—one that brings both miraculous beginnings and devastating losses—during her own grieving process. Her unique perspective offers a raw and honest look at what it means to hold space for both life and loss.
This is an episode about pain, resilience, and the power of putting feelings into words. Don’t miss this heartfelt conversation that’s as real as it gets.
Guest Information
Melissa Lord'Echoed: If I write loud enough, will you hear me?' Book Available On Amazon
@mellordrn on instagram
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