The Humanity of Emotion

By Heather N. Oglesby

The Humanity of Emotion is an anthology of poems that explores human emotion through metaphor and personification. By envisioning emotions as representative of a variety of human experiences, the many facets of feelings are acknowledged, welcomed, and understood. Whether connecting with anger, grief, joy, or acceptance, each poem in this collection brings these specific nuances to life. When emotions are experienced in new ways, we can accept new parts of our heart and welcome all parts of ourselves back home.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Austin Macauley Publishers
• Release date: Nov 10, 2023
• ISBN: 9781685628772

Heather N. Oglesby

An author and couples therapist, Heather Oglesby writes stories and poems to capture the nuances of moving through the world and being human. Heather began journaling when she was five and she hasn’t stopped since. After starting a blog while living in Rwanda, she continues to write about travel, relationships, grief, and therapy. Her writing has been featured in Ravishly, Pollen, Communal Table, Africa Agenda, Peace Corps, and LoveBoldly. Heather was also the recipient of the 2019 Humanitarian Award from her alma mater, Hendrix College. Heather is most passionate about relational healing, human connection, and the power of story. When not writing or in the therapy room, you can find Heather hiking in the mountains, rollerblading in the city, and planning for her next adventure. She lives in Colorado with her wife and their cat, Moira.

Book preview

About the Author

An author and couples therapist, Heather Oglesby writes stories and poems to capture the nuances of moving through the world and being human. Heather began journaling when she was five and she hasn’t stopped since. After starting a blog while living in Rwanda, she continues to write about travel, relationships, grief, and therapy. Her writing has been featured in Ravishly, Pollen, Communal Table, Africa Agenda, Peace Corps, and LoveBoldly. Heather was also the recipient of the 2019 Humanitarian Award from her alma mater, Hendrix College. Heather is most passionate about relational healing, human connection, and the power of story. When not writing or in the therapy room, you can find Heather hiking in the mountains, rollerblading in the city, and planning for her next adventure. She lives in Colorado with her wife and their cat, Moira.

Dedication

For my family, especially my mom and dad, thank you for buying me journals and encouraging me to find my way with words. Thank you for believing in me, too.

For my wife, Chelsea, thank you for adding a touch of gold to everything we have. I couldn’t have written these words or experienced these emotions without you.

For my brother, Lance. You always said I was your angel; turns out that you are mine. The emotion I feel for you could never fill enough pages. I miss you and I love you.

Copyright Information ©

Heather N. Oglesby 2023

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other non-commercial uses permitted by copyright law. For permission requests, write to the publisher.

Any person who commits any unauthorized act in relation to this publication may be liable to criminal prosecution and civil claims for damages.

Ordering Information

Quantity sales: Special discounts are available on quantity purchases by corporations, associations, and others. For details, contact the publisher at the address below.

Publisher’s Cataloging-in-Publication data

Oglesby, Heather N.

The Humanity of Emotion

ISBN 9781685628765 (Paperback)

ISBN 9781685628772 (ePub e-book)

Library of Congress Control Number: 2023906377

www.austinmacauley.com/us

First Published 2023

Austin Macauley Publishers LLC

40 Wall Street, 33rd Floor, Suite 3302

New York, NY 10005

USA

[e-mail]

+1