In this episode, Hannah explores the concept of living grief, a profound emotional experience that occurs when someone we love is still physically present but emotionally or cognitively absent.

Through her personal story of navigating her mother's Alzheimer's, she highlights the complexities of grief that defy traditional understanding, emphasising the importance of recognising and honouring this unique form of sorrow. Hannah shares insights on coping strategies, the impact of living grief on family dynamics, and the significance of small moments of connection amidst the pain.

Living grief is the heartache experienced when grieving someone who is still alive. Ambiguous loss refers to losing someone not through death, but due to changes in their presence or behaviour. Grief often begins while the person is still here and manifests as small heartbreaks.

Living grief lacks public rituals, which can make it feel isolating and misunderstood. The absence of a loved one can still be deeply felt, even when they are physically present. By naming living grief, we empower those who are experiencing it. Creating rituals can help honour the love that remains. Grief serves as a testament to love that has nowhere to go. You are allowed to grieve, even if the person you are grieving is still alive. Living grief is not a failure; it is a reflection of enduring love.

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In this Moore Moments podcast, Maliya Price shares her profound journey through illness, cognitive decline, and the quest for health with Hannah Ingram-Moore.

She discusses the impact of her experiences with the flu and the subsequent realisation of her cognitive struggles, paralleling her journey with that of her mother-in-law's decline due to dementia. Maliya emphasises the importance of recognising early signs of cognitive decline, the role of nutrition, and the necessity of self-advocacy in navigating the medical system.

Her story is one of remarkable resilience, hope, and the belief that individuals can take control of their health and well-being.