OMG! Oh My Grief-ness is a heartfelt and introspective exploration of grief, intricately detailing the multifaceted ways in which individuals experience loss. Why was this an important book for you to write?

OMG! Oh My Grief-ness was a significant book to create as I noticed many people in my surroundings were experiencing grief. In the United States, every state is ranked based on depression levels, with Tennessee having the highest percentage and Hawaii the lowest. Recognizing grief is the initial stage in addressing personalized grieving processes. Failure to acknowledge grief leads to misinformation, resulting in delayed recovery and prolonged grief stages for both individuals and families.

I appreciated the candid nature with which you told your story. What was the hardest thing for you to write about?

One of the most challenging aspects of composing OMG! Oh My Grief-ness was addressing the topic of my parents and acknowledging the solitary nature of personalized grief when not adequately addressed. Expressing my feelings about my parents was particularly difficult due to their absence. Coming to terms with this reality is a struggle that many of us face.

What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book?

Some concepts highlighted in this book focus on the transformation of cultural, physical, and social dimensions in our lives, which can become unrecognizable to both us and others. The book emphasizes the importance of embracing these changes, adapting to new norms, and finding acceptance while navigating through the journey of grief.

What is a common misconception you feel people have about the grief process?

While there are six popular misconceptions noted about grief, I feel the misconception that “grief never reappears after enough time passes” is common. The expectations of grief are not concrete and are more times than not unpredictable.

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