Kate Sexton on Turning Tragedy into Community Support
The gathering is a group that I have set up since Last January and it is a group for widows or losing your partner through death. It's the same thing with aa, na and Ga. You know, the people that walk in the rooms can relate, that they're all sitting on the chairs, and it's the same thing because they share the same experiences in life, you know, and they can speak and relate to everybody else.
Imagine losing the love of your life in an instant. In this episode of 'The Two Norries', hosts James Leonard and Timmy Long sit down with Kate Sexton, a woman from Cavan who faced such a devastating loss when her husband, Simon, was suddenly killed at work as a paramedic. Twelve years have passed since that tragic day, and Kate has channeled her grief into something profoundly positive: a group called 'The Gathering'.
This group provides a safe haven for people to share their experiences and feelings of grief without fear of judgment. Kate's story is a testament to resilience and the power of community support. She talks about the challenges of coping as a parent while dealing with her own grief and how 'The Gathering' helps others navigate their own journeys of loss. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of finding hope amid sorrow and building a supportive community.
Tune in to hear Kate's inspiring journey and the impactful work she's doing to help others through their darkest times.