Rachel Zimmerman

In this engaging conversation, Rachel Zimmerman, an author and journalist, shares her profound journey following the suicide of her husband, an MIT professor. She navigates the challenges of single parenthood while illuminating the complexities of grief and resilience. Rachel discusses her obsessive quest for understanding, interviewing experts to address the stigma surrounding mental health. The memoir, 'Us, After,' touches on love, loss, and the healing power of community support, revealing how even in the darkest moments, hope and meaning can emerge.

Rachel Zimmerman is the author of a poignant memoir that chronicles her journey through grief after losing her husband to suicide. In this discussion, she shares her struggles with loss and the resilience required to rebuild her life and support her children. The conversation also touches on 'A Haunted Girl,' a graphic novel co-written by Ethan and Naomi Sacks, which addresses anxiety and depression through a supernatural lens. The authors emphasize the importance of humor and empathy in navigating mental health challenges, making these stories both relatable and thought-provoking.