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Crafting Compelling Personal Experience Narratives
Writing about deeply personal moments can feel like walking a tightrope. The balance between honesty and vulnerability, clarity and emotion, is delicate. Yet, when done well, these stories become bridges - connecting hearts, offering solace, and lighting the way through dark times. I want to share what I’ve learned about crafting personal stories tips that help transform raw experience into compelling narratives. These insights come from a place of quiet reflection and a desi
Augustus Greenslade
Nov 28, 20254 min read
Grief literacy, in real life: where this series has taken us
Explore how grief literacy helps whānau in Aotearoa name loss, support siblings, and navigate childhood illness together in this final Silent Hum series post.
Augustus Greenslade
Nov 27, 20254 min read
Why are we "The Silent Hum Foundation"
The Silent Hum steadies families in Aotearoa through illness, grief, and neurodiversity with practical support, honest resources, and whānau-centred care
Augustus Greenslade
Nov 26, 20252 min read
Supporting Siblings When a Child Is Unwell: A Guide for NZ Whānau
Introduction When one child is unwell, the whole house changes tempo. Daily plans bend around appointments, routines shift, and love gets pulled in new directions. In the middle of that pull sit brothers and sisters who carry a quiet load. Supporting Siblings When a Child Is Unwell: A Guide for NZ Whānau exists because their needs matter just as much as the care plans and clinic calls. We know the sibling bond is often the longest bond in life. A health crisis shakes that bon
Augustus Greenslade
Nov 24, 202515 min read
Navigating Hospital Days: A Journey Through Childhood Cancer
A quiet reflection on the emotional weight of taking a child who cannot speak through chemotherapy and radiation. When understanding meets silence, every hospital corridor becomes a conversation without words—about courage, loss, and love beyond language.
Augustus Greenslade
Nov 19, 20255 min read
Listening & Being Present: Practices for Daily Use (Part 3 of 6) - Grief Literacy Series
Adults grieve differently within the same household. One may talk often; another may withdraw. Listening to each other’s patterns prevents misunderstanding. A simple check-in — “Would you like to talk or have quiet time tonight?” — maintains closeness even when coping styles diverge.'
Augustus Greenslade
Nov 12, 20252 min read
Finding Strength: A Grieving Father's Journey
The silence after loss is deafening. When a child is taken too soon, the world shifts beneath your feet. I have walked this path, a father grappling with grief that feels both endless and isolating. Yet, in the depths of sorrow, I found moments of strength. This is my story - a journey through father grief coping methods that helped me navigate the storm. Understanding Father Grief Coping Methods Grief is not a one-size-fits-all experience. For fathers, it often carries uniqu
Augustus Greenslade
Nov 10, 20254 min read
How Personal Experience Narratives Foster Growth
Life’s most profound lessons often come wrapped in stories. Stories that we tell ourselves and others. When facing the unimaginable challenge of childhood cancer and grief, these stories become lifelines. They help us navigate the stormy seas of emotion and uncertainty. I have found that sharing and listening to personal stories can be a gentle beacon, guiding us toward healing and growth. The Power of Personal Storytelling Benefits in Healing When I first encountered the har
Augustus Greenslade
Nov 3, 20254 min read
Finding Joy Amidst Childhood Cancer: Our Journey
When you're walking through childhood cancer, life becomes a mix of hospital rooms, brave smiles, and prayers whispered late at night. But sometimes — there’s sunshine, waves, laughter, and a small hand holding yours tightly at the beach. These small, simple moments? They’re everything. Especially for siblings like Skyelar — our glass children, quietly navigating the storm.
Augustus Greenslade
Nov 2, 20253 min read
Old Scars, New Flares: Returning to Starship and Facing PTSD-Triggered IBS
Walking back into the pediatric oncology ward where I once fought for my life, I didn’t expect my body to remember—so loudly. While supporting my child through chemo at Starship Children’s Hospital, the ghosts of past trauma resurfaced as gut-wrenching IBS flares. Here’s how PTSD triggered my IBS, why the gut remembers, and what’s helping me get through it.
Augustus Greenslade
Nov 2, 20256 min read
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