How do you explain to a child that a loved one has died? How do we begin conversations that are so delicate, so painful – and yet so vital to processing loss and grief?
For Benedicte Caramin, these questions became deeply personal after the profound losses of both her father and her brother. But rather than turning away from the pain, she chose to move toward it – transforming her grief into something meaningful.
In this conversation, we explore:
… and so much more.
Chapters00:00 Exploring Grief Through Storytelling
02:10 The Process of Writing Uncle Ollie
04:56 The Role of Illustrations in Grief
07:59 Navigating Conversations About Loss
10:53 Radical Honesty in Communication
14:05 Finding Presence in Grief
16:53 The Healing Power of Water Photography
19:17 Embracing Playfulness in Life
22:13 Connecting Through Shared Experiences
25:01 The Importance of Honesty with Children
27:57 Celebrating Life and Memories30:42 The Future of Uncle Ollie and New Projects
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