Olivia Lucas shares her heartbreaking story of loss and resilience. Now 18, she aims to inspire others while pursuing her dreams at university.
Swansea: Olivia Lucas was just eight when her world changed forever. She was out shopping with her mum, a police officer, when tragedy struck. A bus hit her mum, Louise, right in front of her.
Louise was a well-respected sergeant with South Wales Police. The accident happened on a sunny day in March 2015. Olivia was hurt but not seriously. Sadly, her mum didn’t survive.
At Louise’s funeral, hundreds came to pay their respects. Fellow officers formed a guard of honour, showing how much she was loved and respected. Olivia remembers that day vividly, even now.
Fast forward ten years, and Olivia is now 18 and studying sports and media at Swansea University. She’s bright and confident, but the journey hasn’t been easy. She wants to share her story to inspire others.
With the support of her dad and brothers, Olivia is determined to turn her pain into something positive. She’s even entered the Miss Wales competition to help young people facing similar struggles.
Olivia reflects on how she coped after her mum’s death. At first, she tried to block it all out. It was her way of handling the overwhelming grief. But that led to challenges in school, including developing dyslexia and PTSD symptoms.
Despite the difficulties, Olivia found support from friends and teachers. She’s had counseling, which helped her heal. Now, she’s focused on her studies and making her family proud.
Her dad, Gavin, is incredibly proud of her. They’ve been through a lot together, but they’ve come out stronger. Olivia credits her family for their unwavering support.
She’s also passionate about helping others. Olivia plans to speak at a charity event for families affected by cancer. She wants to raise awareness about the support available for young people dealing with grief.
Olivia believes in the power of sharing her story. She wants others to see that it’s possible to find happiness again, even after loss. Her journey is a testament to resilience and hope.
Entering the Miss Wales competition was a last-minute decision for her. But she felt it was the right platform to empower young women. Olivia wants to show that they can overcome tough times and still thrive.
Her message is clear: believe in yourself and you can achieve anything. Olivia is ready to be a role model for others, proving that strength comes from within.
