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What if you had just one year left with the person you love most—would you know how to say goodbye?
When Amy Shaw’s husband was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, she went from being a mother of 10 to a full-time caregiver navigating one of life’s most painful transitions. You’ll hear the raw truth of what it means to care for someone at the end of life, how to talk to kids about death, what most people forget in estate planning, and the small moments that became powerful memories.
But instead of letting grief break her, she built something powerful: Walk the Red— a coaching and resource hub for those navigating terminal illness, grief, and estate planning.
If you’re navigating terminal illness, caregiving, grief, or end-of-life planning, this episode is a must-listen.
Key Takeaways
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Dying well is possible—with intention. Amy shares how her husband Brian embraced his final year with purpose, showing that the end of life can be meaningful and beautiful.
- Families need emotional and practical preparation. From discussing death with children to managing health insurance and estate documents, Amy highlights the often-overlooked essentials.
- Caregiving is an act of legacy. Amy’s story reveals that the real journey begins after a diagnosis—and it’s filled with both hardship and deep connection.
- “Death is just a door.” Amy uses a powerful metaphor to reframe how we view death, helping her children (and listeners) replace fear with peace.
- You don’t have to do this alone. Through Walk the Red, Amy offers the support she once needed—coaching and tools for families facing terminal illness and grief.
Show Links
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???? Amy Shaw’s Website (Walk the Red): https://walkthered.com
- ???? Amy’s Book – Navigating Goodbye: [Coming Soon in Print on Amazon]
About Name
Amy Shaw is a mother of 10—four biological and six adopted children, five of whom have special needs. Her journey through infertility, loss, adoption, and caregiving reached a powerful turning point when her husband, Brian, was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer.
Rather than let grief consume her, Amy chose to face life’s hardest goodbye with intention and grace. That experience led her to create Walk the Red, a coaching platform and resource hub that equips families navigating terminal illness, caregiving, grief, and end-of-life planning.
Through her raw storytelling and practical tools, Amy helps others find strength in sorrow, clarity in chaos, and love in the most unexpected places.
