In this extract from her book Dearest MaRiky: a Mother’s Journey through Grief, Trauma and Healing, Louisa Zondo shares the stories and ideas of courage that she drew from her son Riky Rick, the music superstar who tragically committed suicide in 2022.
Louisa Zondo learnt hard lessons and sat with the emotions they brought up – including regret, pride, joy, gratitude, guilt, love and sadness – as she allowed words to become a burial ceremony for the traumas of her past. Photo: toby mdladla / instagramI participated in several discussions that raised awareness about the tragedy of suicide and maintaining wellness.
I went on an expedition to Mount Everest Base Camp 25 days after my son’s death. The mountains wrapped me up in the softest blanket, clearing the path for me to decide to build on Rikhado’s legacy of loving and caring for others, especially young people.Get 14 days free to read all our investigative and in-depth journalism. Thereafter you will be billed R75 per month. You can cancel anytime and if you cancel within 14 days you won't be billed.
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