In this heartfelt conversation, I speak with spoken word artist, writer and mentor Anto Chan to explore the tender space where grief, identity, and creativity meet. Anto shares the story of losing his grandfather, the person who taught him emotional openness, and how that loss shaped his artistry, his purpose, and his relationship with vulnerability.
Together, they talk about the unspoken weight many families carry around death, the fear of losing the people we love most, and the healing that becomes possible when we create room for honest conversations.
Anto reflects on cultural expectations, the complexities of family dynamics, the importance of discussing family matters before it’s too late, and the surprising ways we stay connected to those who have passed.
If you’re navigating loss, longing for deeper conversations about mortality, or curious about how grief can open us rather than close us, this episode offers comfort, perspective, and a gentle reminder that talking about death is ultimately talking about life.
You can connect and learn more from Anto at:
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