"It hurts so much more now that I'm in my 30s than it did when I was 10 or 13, because I just had no idea."

In this episode of Grief'd Up, host Rebecca Feinglos sits down with Zanab Jaffrey, Introduced to the world on Netflix's hit show “Love is Blind”. Zanab opens up about her journey through grief and love when she wasn’t looking for it.

Together, Rebecca and Zanab explore the intersections of grief and new relationships, sharing how Zanab's boyfriend became an unexpected beacon of joy in her life.

Zanab recounts the serendipitous moments that led to her meeting her boyfriend, and the surprising connection to her father's cologne. Through laughter and tears, they discuss the complexities of dating while grieving and how Zanab finds comfort in signs (or "unexpected chickens.”) from her parents.

The conversation delves into the importance of having a partner who can hold space for grief, Zanab's emotional experience as the Maid of Honor at her sister's wedding, and how she continues to honor her parents' memories.

Join Rebecca and Zanab as they discuss how joy and loss coexist, offering insights into how grief shapes their lives and relationships, and they laugh and cry together.

Connect with Zanab Jaffrey:

● Instagram & TikTok: @zanabjaffrey

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● Instagram: @grieveleave

● Website: grieveleave.com

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