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:

• ​Bene’s journey to becoming a children’s book author
• ​The story behind "Uncle Ollie"
• ​How fantasy and storytelling help both children and adults process grief
• ​The role of radical honesty and compassion in navigating loss
• ​The importance of onesies – and keeping joy and playfulness in life

… 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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