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Grief changes everything.

In this deeply honest episode of Mad About, Maddy sits down with Sacred Life Coach Karen Wybrow to talk about what happens after unimaginable loss—and how you slowly begin to rebuild a life you never expected to be living.

Karen shares the story of losing her husband, Ben, to bowel cancer at just 39 years old while raising two young daughters. Together, Maddy and Karen explore the realities of grief that people rarely talk about, including what happens after everyone else goes home, why grief never truly disappears, and how spirituality, the universe and small daily choices helped Karen find herself again.

The conversation also dives into ADHD, addiction, money after bereavement, manifestation, Reiki, the moon, and why looking after yourself isn't selfish—it's essential.

This episode is emotional, hopeful and full of practical wisdom for anyone navigating loss, change or simply trying to find their way back to themselves.

Please note: This episode contains discussions around bereavement, terminal illness, death, grief and addiction.

In this episode we discuss:

• Karen's story of losing her husband to cancer
• Why grief never really ends—it just changes shape
• The "ball in the box" theory of grief
• Parenting through bereavement
• ADHD, addiction and unhealthy coping mechanisms
• Giving up alcohol and finding healthier ways to cope
• The financial reality of losing a partner
• Bereavement support and why the system needs to change
• Why wills, life insurance and power of attorney matter
• Spirituality versus religion
• Reiki, intuition and trusting yourself
• The connection between the moon, the universe and our wellbeing
• Manifestation, mindset and changing the stories we tell ourselves
• Karen's book One Sacred Life

Connect with Karen Wybrow

Follow Karen for guidance on grief, spirituality, Reiki and reconnecting with yourself.

Instagram: @karenwybrowcoaching
Facebook: Karen Wybrow
TikTok: @karenwybrow

Connect with Maddy

Instagram: @maddytalksmoney
TikTok: @madaboutmoneyofficial
Website: The Maddyverse

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