When Summer Fun Turns Into Your Worst Nightmare; Keaton's Story
Release Date: 01/26/2025
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info_outlineIn Episode 31 of The Lost Child Podcast, we sit down with Scott, who shares the heartbreaking story of his son, Keaton, who tragically died after a boating accident.
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Keaton was just six years old and this devastating event happened over 10 years ago. Scott reflects on his journey of grief and healing since that fateful day. Scott opens up about the emotional struggles he faced, the difficult thoughts he had to process, and how he has been able to work through the grief over time. This raw, one-hour conversation offers a look at the deep pain of losing a child and the resilience required to move forward. Join us as Scott shares his story, providing insight into the complex process of healing after such an unimaginable loss.
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Links to things referenced in the episode
Somatic Experiencing (Ergos Institute)
In an Unspoken Voice (Peter A. Levine)
0:00 - Remembering Keaton’s Vibrant Energy
7:10 - The Heartbreaking Moment: How Keaton’s Life Was Taken
16:05 - Navigating Life After Loss: The Sudden, Unimaginable Reality
26:15 - Coping with Grief: The Journey After Losing My Son
38:35 - When Keaton Died, My World Came to a Halt
48:46 - Somatic Experiencing and Other Healing Tools for Grief
52:52 - The Ripple Effect: How Tragedy Impacts Relationships
63:19 - If I Could Go Back: Advice I’d Give Myself After the Accident