Dr. Trainwreck Skips Advice Column After Father's Death
In the latest issue of Artillery magazine, Dr. Trainwreck candidly discusses her struggles with grief following her father's recent passing. She shares that her sorrow has affected her daily routines, making even simple tasks feel overwhelming, which is why she's refraining from offering advice at this time. Dr. Trainwreck reflects on the imperfections of both therapists and parents while acknowledging her own shortcomings. Recalling a childhood conversation with her father, she emphasizes the importance of cherishing life's fleeting joys amidst inevitable loss. Her column provides a poignant insight into navigating grief and valuing small moments of happiness.
Key facts
- Dr. Trainwreck's father died, leaving her unable to give advice in the September/October 2026 column.
- The column appears in Artillery magazine and online at artillerymag.com.
- Trainwreck states she can barely dress or bathe herself due to grief.
- She admits to making repeated personal mistakes and being oblivious to her own failings.
- At age seven, she asked her father if life is waiting for loved ones to die or leave; he said yes and advised finding joy in the in-between.
- She describes life as a cycle of loving and losing until darkness swallows us.
- She urges readers to treasure small joys: perfect nights, naps beside a dying father, cocktails with a best friend, snuggles with a dog, good sex.
- The column is titled 'STAYING SANE(ish) WITH DR. TRAINWRECK Advice'.
Entities
Artists
- Dr. Trainwreck
Institutions
- Artillery magazine