In Clarity, you share with readers your family’s emotional journey following your young son’s diagnosis of a brain tumor at the age of 2. Why was this an important book for you to write?

Writing Clarity was both a personal necessity and a way to honour the journey my family has been on. When my son was diagnosed, our world changed overnight. I was desperate to find stories like ours—raw, honest, and hopeful—but they were few and far between. This book became my way of documenting not just the medical milestones, but the emotional and human side of our experience. It’s a story of resilience, fear, love, and ultimately, transformation. I wanted to create something that would not only help others feel less alone but also show that even in the darkest moments, clarity and strength can be found.

I appreciated the candid nature with which you told your story. What was the hardest thing for you to write about?

Thank you. That means a lot. The hardest part to write was reliving the helplessness—the moments in hospital corridors, the conversations where we were told things no parent ever wants to hear. Putting those memories into words meant revisiting the fear and trauma, but also the vulnerability I felt as a mother. It wasn’t just about my son’s illness—it was about the emotional toll on the entire family. Writing it meant opening up wounds I had tucked away for survival, but in doing so, I found healing, too.

What advice would you give someone considering sharing their story with readers?

Be honest, be brave, and don’t wait for the perfect moment—there isn’t one. Your story matters exactly as it is. You don’t need to have everything figured out to start. Sharing your truth, even if it’s messy or unresolved, can create powerful connections. Also, protect your energy during the process. Writing your story can be deeply cathartic, but it can also be triggering, so make sure you have support around you as you write. And lastly, trust that your voice will find the people who need it most.

What is one thing you hope readers take away from your family’s experience?

​I hope readers walk away with a deeper understanding of how fragile and precious life is—and how strength often shows up in the most unexpected ways. Whether it’s a sick child, a family crisis, or any life-altering event, we are all far more resilient than we realise. If our story reminds someone to slow down, love fiercely, or advocate harder for their child or themselves, then it’s done what I hoped it would do. I want readers to feel empowered, not just emotional.

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