In the second episode of this 3-part series, Skylar dives into the everyday belongings our loved ones leave behind, from clothes hanging in the closet, bedrooms frozen in time, and even the phones that still hold their texts, photos, and memories.

Skylar shares her own story of facing these moments after losing her brother Sam, and explores the mix of emotions they bring - comfort, heartbreak, and the impossible question of what to keep, what to give away, and when to finally take those steps.

Skylar also offers ideas for how others can approach this stage of grief with intention, whether that means creating memory quilts, preserving a room as a sanctuary, or slowly letting go piece by piece.

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In this deeply moving episode, Skylar sits down with Linh Luu, who survived a tragic and preventable car accident that took the lives of her boyfriend, Misha Romanenko, and her beloved dog, Keeper. Linh shares her journey of living again after profound loss, and coping with the waves of grief, navigating painful words from others, and finding healing through advocacy.

From her brave decision to share her story openly on TikTok, to the unexpected moments that have shaped her path, Linh’s story is one of resilience, love, and the fight for justice. Whether you’re grieving yourself or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers hope, compassion, and a reminder that even in the darkest times, healing is possible.

Links: • Linh’s TikTok

• ABC 7 News Article

• SFDA’s email: districtattorney@sfgov.org

• DA Brooke Jenkins X profile: https://x.com/brookejenkinssf?s=21

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In the first episode of this 3-part series, What to Do With What’s Left, Skylar explores one of the most surreal and emotional parts of early grief: ashes.

She shares personal stories from losing her brother Sam, the strange reality of receiving his ashes, and the quiet, often unspoken decisions families face around burial vs. cremation and how that choice can shape how we grieve.

Skylar walks listeners through some of the awkward, beautiful, and deeply human moments that come with deciding what to do with what’s left.

She also offers thoughtful suggestions for others navigating this stage of grief, from meaningful places to scatter ashes to the unconventional ways people carry their loved ones with them.

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