Episode 5: Healing Through Laughter with Diane Bostick

"On the other side of tears… there is calm."

In this moving and inspiring episode of The RETURN Project, we sit down with Diane Bostick, a woman who turned unimaginable grief into a mission of healing, light, and laughter. After the devastating loss of several family members—including her brother to suicide—Diane found herself at a crossroads: stay buried in sorrow, or transform her pain into purpose.

She chose to rise.

Through the power of comedy and artistic expression, Diane began to process her grief and share her story with authenticity and bold vulnerability. Influenced by her family’s deep-rooted sense of humor, she leaned into the healing nature of laughter and has made it her mission to help others find peace through connection, storytelling, and creative release.

In this episode, Diane opens up about:

Turning personal tragedy into art, comedy, and truth

Honoring her brother’s legacy through creative work

The role of authenticity in living a fulfilled life

How laughter physiologically heals us, like exercise for the soul

The hidden connection between humor and heartbreak

Why asking for help is one of the bravest things we can do

Whether you're navigating your own grief, searching for meaning, or simply need a reminder that joy can coexist with pain—this conversation will meet you where you are.

Diane's story is raw, real, and deeply human. It’s a reminder that while life is unpredictable and loss can feel unbearable, there is always a way to return to yourself—with truth, with grace, and yes, even with laughter.

Hit play on Episode 5 of The RETURN Project

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