Losing Her Sister-in-Law to Suicide at 9 Years Old | Meg Mele (#5)

What does it mean to carry the impact of suicide from childhood into adulthood? At just nine years old, Meg Mele lost her sister-in-law to suicide. Decades later, she reflects on how that loss shaped her journey through grief, clarity, and understanding the emotional stages of life and death.In this episode, Meg shares:The lasting impact of losing a loved one to suicide as a childHow she found clarity and strength through griefThe lessons she’s learned about feeling deeply and living fullyHow to leverage the emotions of loss to inspire greater livingHer story is both heartbreaking and empowering—offering hope, perspective, and a reminder that grief can be a teacher.Support the Show Join the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $5 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!Hats, Shirts, Hoodies + More: Shop Here “Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.Exclusive Discounts  10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.About DEAD Talks  DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio approaches death differently. Each guest shares raw stories of grief, loss, or unique perspectives that challenge the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn’t end—it evolves. After losing his father on September 11th at just 12 years old, David discovered the power of conversation. Through laughter, tears, and honest dialogue, DEAD Talks helps make it a little easier to talk about death, mourning, trauma, and the life that continues beyond it.Connect with DEAD Talks YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | www.deadtalks.net