In this profoundly moving episode of the Different Hats Podcast, I sit down with my dear friend and storytelling collaborator, Terry Bower, for a conversation that will stay with you long after the final word is spoken.
Terry isn’t just a storyteller—he’s a soul who has lived through unimaginable loss, and yet radiates empathy, humour, and wisdom. In this raw and emotionally honest exchange, Terry opens up for the first time about the heartbreaking moment he overheard his mum say, “I’m not ready to die.” He shares the pain of losing all six of his siblings and both parents by the age of 50, and how those experiences have shaped the man he is today.
From becoming a master of building relationships in business to learning how to process emotions later in life, Terry’s journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
We talk grief, therapy, emotional expression, legacy, business, and what it truly means to \"be more dog\"—to wake up with joy, go to bed with peace, and live each day with purpose. Terry’s warmth and wit shine through as he reflects on what he’s learned, how he’s healing, and why true connection is the ultimate success.
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This is not just another podcast episode—this is an invitation to feel, reflect, and connect.
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👇 Timestamps & Highlights:
00:00 – Introduction
04:45 – Losing his sister Jill and the power of grief
10:17 – The COVID epiphany: letting go of control
26:50 – The moment he heard his mother’s final words
40:25 – Therapy, emotional processing & storytelling
50:56 – Grieving all six siblings & what it taught him
1:09:52 – Legacy, gratitude, and choosing joy daily
1:27:57 – The power of human connection in business
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