The Silence After Goodbye: Dana Kurmasheva’s Journey of Love, Loss, and Poetry

When Dana Kurmasheva lost her beloved brother, Arman, her world changed forever. Grief left her searching for a way to express emotions that words alone couldn’t capture — until she found poetry. What began as a private outlet became a powerful testament to love, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit.

In this episode, Dana shares her journey from Kazakhstan to Canada, from heartbreak to healing, and how grief led her to publish her debut poetry book, FIVE A.M. The Silence After Goodbye. Her story reminds us that even in silence, creativity can become a voice for connection and hope.