Jenn Oglesbee Jenn Oglesbee

Grief, The Unreasonable & Uninvited Guest

Sometimes grief feels like the most un-figureoutable, unforgiving, unreasonable thing there could ever be. This summer, it was all I could do to hang on, with nothing but a wing and a prayer, and the slightest hope that somehow I would find my way forward.

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Father’s Day Resources

Online events, articles, and other resources for those grieving this Father’s Day (and those who love them).

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Mother’s Day Resources

Here’s my annual roundup of events and resources for those who might be feeling the pain of loss around Mother’s Day.

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The Impact of Collective Grief

If you’ve been feeling listless, angry, or unable to focus, I want to remind you that you aren’t broken. We’ve been in cycle after cycle of collective grief and trauma.

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What Roles Did Your Person Play?

Who was your person to you? How might you get those needs met now? Read more for an exercise that invites you to reflect on what you’ve lost and begin to chart a path forward.

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A Thousand Ways to Grieve (No Therapist Required)

There are a thousand ways to be present to your grief. At its core, grief asks nothing more of us than to be allowed, witnessed, and experienced. Today, I want to remind you of some of the ways you can do this (no therapist required).

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