Clinical psychologist Joanne Corrigan speaks publicly about grieving after the death of her husband, broadcaster James Valentine, in interviews reported by outlets including Sydney Morning Herald, Brisbane Times and The Age. In the discussion, Corrigan reflects on how grief includes unexpected turns following Valentine’s cancer diagnosis and subsequent passing. She discusses the emotional process of adapting to loss and how it can coexist with moments of joy or laughter. The interviews present her perspective as a clinician and as a person living through bereavement, emphasizing that grief does not follow a single, predictable pattern. Across the articles, the central theme is that people can still experience positive emotions while grieving, rather than viewing laughter or joy as incompatible with mourning. The stories focus on her insights into coping with change after illness and death, and on the personal realities of navigating grief after years or routines shaped by the relationship.