Finding Purpose After Loss by Danielle Dukette | Mar 8, 2021 | Interview | 0 comments Cathleen Elle talks with Teri Karjala. A former legislator and executive, Cathleen’s life and work drastically changed in March 2010 after her teenage son died by suicide. Today, Cathleen’s life purpose is to educate, inspire, and empower those who have lost loved ones suddenly and unexpectedly rediscover a life of purpose.