Jessica Fein

About

Jessica Fein writes about the mingling of joy and sorrow, mothering a child with a rare disease, and staying rooted when life tries to blow you down. Having lost her parents, sisters, and teenage daughter, she's a reluctant expert in grief. Listen to her podcast, "I Don't Know How You Do It," wherever you get your podcasts. Her memoir, Breath Taking: Rare Girl in a World of Love and Loss, is coming in 2024 from Behrman House Press. Connect with her on IG for real talk about love and loss @feinjessica

Recent Posts

Grieving Through Birthdays and Death Days

We can plan ahead and create days that make us feel close to our person and honor their legacy.

How to Survive the Holidays When You're Grieving

The holidays can feel like a painful burden when you're grieving. Try these seven strategies to make the holiday season bearable, and maybe even enjoyable.

Why Bereavement Leave Is Important

Paid bereavement or compassionate leave helps grieving workers and makes companies stand out. It's the right thing to do and it's smart business.

5 Surprising Aspects of Grief

We don't learn about them in Psych 101, but these responses are just as likely to show up after loss.

How to Engage in Small Talk During Grief

Everyday encounters can feel like minefields when you're grieving. Here's what to say and do.

The Surprising Tool Grievers Might Want to Try

Consider creativity as an outlet during grief. It might be the temporary balm you're looking for.

Can You Be Happy When You're Decimated?

Feel like you have to hide your happiness if you're grieving? There's room for all of it.

When There’s No Hallmark Card for Your Grief

A Personal Perspective: Can we grieve someone who's still with us? It's ambiguous.

Why Secondary Losses Are Especially Punishing

Why does losing somebody open the floodgates to more loss? Secondary losses are more common than we think.

How to Help Your Grieving Friend

Do you feel uncomfortable around other people's grief? Here's how to get over it.