When the Roles Reversed: Caring for the Woman Who Raised Me with Karen McStay

When the Roles Reversed: Caring for the Woman Who Raised Me with Karen McStay

In this episode of The Courage to Continue, Karen McStay opens up about anticipatory grief, the realities of living alongside a terminal dementia diagnosis, and the profound challenges of navigating life as both a daughter and primary carer. Karen shares the story of her beloved mum, Fiona, who was diagnosed with frontal temporal dementia at just 52 years old. Together, Nina and Karen explore the hidden impact of dementia on families and the emotional toll of watching someone you love gradually change. Karen also speaks candidly about loneliness, resilience, the importance of support, and how caring for a loved one can reshape every aspect of life. This is a powerful conversation about love, grief, courage, and the unwavering bond between a mother and daughter. It serves as an important reminder to check in on those carrying invisible burdens and to extend compassion to the carers who often need it most. Please note this week's episode contains discussions around dementia, terminal illness, caregiving, family estrangement, and end-of-life experiences, so please listen with care. Connect with me on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ninapmp/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninapmp/] or email nina@pm.partners See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Losing the Woman who Raised Me with Alicia Lecky

In this episode of The Courage to Continue, Alicia Lecky shares a heartfelt conversation about grief, resilience, and the experiences that have shaped her life both personally and professionally. Alicia opens up about losing her lifelong best friend to breast cancer, caring for her mother after a devastating accident, and ultimately facing the profound loss of the woman who raised her. She delves into the realities of grief, the guilt and unanswered questions that often accompany loss, and how difficult experiences can deepen our compassion for others. We explore how grief changes us and teaches us to carry those we love forward. This is a powerful conversation about resilience, connection, and finding hope through life's hardest moments. Please note this week's episode contains discussions around death, grief, serious illness, and the passing of loved ones, so please listen with care. Connect with me on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ninapmp/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninapmp/] or email nina@pm.partners See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

From Four to Two: Carrying Love Forward with Caterina Italiano

In this episode of The Courage to Continue, Caterina Italiano shares her deeply personal journey through grief after losing both her father to dementia and her sister to a rare kidney illness. We talk about the heartbreaking reality of watching a family of four become two, and how loss can continue to shape every chapter of life long after the initial goodbye. As Caterina prepares for her upcoming wedding, we explore the emotions that come with stepping into one of life’s most beautiful milestones while carrying the weight of missing half of the people she always imagined would be standing beside her. We talk about love, grief, resilience, and the meaningful ways she is choosing to honour both her father and sister on such a special day. This is a powerful conversation about navigating unimaginable loss, carrying those we love with us, and finding the courage to continue even when life looks very different to the one we had planned. Please note this week's episode contains discussions around death and passing of loved ones, so please listen with care.  Connect with me on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ninapmp/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninapmp/] or email nina@pm.partners See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Learning to Live after Loosing My Dad with David Cutler

In this episode of The Courage to Continue, Nina sits down with David Cutler from LJ Hooker Corporate for a deeply personal and powerful conversation. David shares the story of losing his dad at a pivotal age, after his father took his own life, and reflects on what it was like navigating grief so young. Together, they explore the impact this loss had on his family, particularly his mum, and how those early experiences shaped David into the man he is today, both as a father and as a leader. This conversation is honest, raw, and incredibly moving. It speaks to the lasting influence of loss, the resilience we build through life’s hardest moments, and the way those experiences shape how we show up for others. What We Cover in This Episode: * Losing a parent at a pivotal stage of life * Navigating grief at a young age * The impact of loss on family dynamics * Supporting a parent through grief * How early experiences shape leadership and values * Fatherhood and breaking generational patterns * Finding strength and meaning after loss See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

From Brat to Boss: Building and Selling my Business with Tameka Smith

In this episode of The Courage to Continue, Nina sits down with Tameka Smith to explore the journey of personal growth, business ownership, and the transformation that happens along the way. From self-described “brat” to confident business owner, Tameka shares what it really takes to step into leadership, build a successful business, and ultimately make the decision to sell. This conversation is honest, reflective, and filled with lessons for anyone navigating growth in their career, business, or personal life. In this episode, we cover: * The mindset shift from employee to business owner * Learning accountability and stepping into leadership * The realities of growing and scaling a business * The emotional side of selling a business * Letting go of identity and stepping into what’s next Key Takeaway: Growth isn’t always comfortable, but it’s necessary. The person you become in the process is often the greatest reward. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.