Send us Fan MailThis episode of Touch of the Tism begins in classic chaotic fashion, studio mishaps, Seattle dogs, retail exhaustion, but quickly shifts into something deeper.Holly opens up about losing a longtime friend under complicated and painful circumstances. The conversation moves through grief, survivor’s guilt, boundaries, addiction, and the impossible “what ifs” we replay when someone dies. Siobhan shares her own experiences with loss, including the guilt that pushed her into therapy. Danielle reflects on losing her father and the long tail of grief that never fully disappears, just evolves.The trio explores what it means to set boundaries with people who are struggling, how loving someone doesn’t mean you can save them, and why laughter and dark humor sometimes become survival tools. They also touch on mental health resources, community support, and the political climate that shapes how safe (or unsafe) people feel seeking help.Through stories about funerals, cremation mishaps, immigrant Lyft drivers, and volunteer work, the conversation lands on one core truth:Grief is the price of love. And joy is still available, even in the middle of it.This episode is vulnerable, wide-ranging, and deeply human.Support the showThanks for hanging in the pond, my ducks 🐤Where we keep it honest, casual conversations about serious sh*t, and somehow still find a way to laugh through it.If you felt something, send it to someone you love… or someone who might need a little push.Follow along:https://www.instagram.com/duckingrealitea/And go out there and find your joy, even if it’s a little chaotic.Stay curious, stay joyful…you’re deeply loved, my ducks.