Lindsey Burrow on Life After Rob
· 51 min
Episode Lindsey Burrow on Life After Rob
In this heartfelt episode of the Therapy Works podcast, Julia welcomes Lindsey Burrow, widow of rugby legend Rob Burrow. Lindsey discusses the challenges of coping with Rob's battle against motor neurone disease and life after his passing in June 2024. She opens up about dealing with anticipatory grief, the struggle of single parenthood, and maintaining a positive mindset. Lindsey also shares her ways of coping through exercise, the importance of communication, and the support she received from family and friends. Lindsey also sheds light on the role of unpaid carers, the importance of exercise and communication, and her efforts to continue Rob's legacy through fundraising for a specialist MND care centre and her upcoming book, 'Take Care,' which which focuses on love, resilience, and the power of family during adversity.
Buy Lindsey's book: https://amzn.eu/d/epJlLxi
Follow Lindsey on Instagram: @rob7lindsey
00:22 Lindsey Burrow's Story: Life with Rob Burrow
01:11 Greatest Challenges After Rob's Passing
03:03 Coping with Grief and Loss
04:25 Balancing Parenthood and Personal Grief
06:02 The Role of a Carer
15:44 Children's Grief and Resilience
29:10 Rob's Legacy and Future Plans
30:17 Writing the Book: A Therapeutic Journey
32:57 Final Thoughts
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