What happens when your best day collides with your worst?

In this conversation, we sit down with poet and author Rachel Eliza Griffiths to discuss her memoir The Flower Bearers.

Rachel shares the story of her wedding day, which became both the best and worst day of her life when she learned of her closest friend Aisha's sudden passing.

Together we explore the physical and emotional toll of grief, the power of our chosen sisterhood, and what it looks like to survive multiple traumas within months.

Rachel opens up about navigating anger, shame, and eventually healing, while honoring the love that sustains us through unimaginable loss. We talk about resilience and the courage it takes to choose joy even in the midst of profound grief.

Find out more about Rachel here: https://www.rachelelizagriffiths.com/
Buy The Flower Bearers here: https://bookshop.org/a/18086/9780593730201

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