We recently connected with Jess Oliver and have shared our conversation below.
Jess , we sincerely appreciate you joining us today and agreeing to talk about some very personal topics. So, to kick things off, let’s talk about a tough one – divorce. Can you talk to us about how you overcame divorce?
When my marriage ended, I didn’t chase a new beginning, I built one.
I started going to the gym, not to change my body, but to come back to myself. To quiet the noise in my head. To confront the version of me who only knew how to survive. I focused on self-love. I forgave the parts of me shaped by survival (still working on that one). I poured into my work and rooted myself in what I could create. I showed up for my kids, not just as their mom, but as an example of how to rebuild with intention.
I didn’t run to dating apps. I didn’t look for someone else to fill the silence. I chose to sit in it. To really learn about myself. To trust myself. To become someone I actually enjoyed being alone with.
What came out of that season wasn’t just healing…it was clarity. Self love I’d never experienced before. Strength. A quiet kind of power that comes from choosing yourself every single day. Even when it’s hard. Even when your plans fall apart. Even when the mirror doesn’t reflect the version of you you hoped to see, but you choose to stay and rebuild her anyway.
That’s what changed everything. Not the grief of the divorce…but what I chose to do with it.
Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?
I’m a videographer and editor, and I absolutely love what I do. Storytelling is at the heart of my work…not just capturing moments, but translating them into something that feels. When I film someone’s story, I feel as if I get to step into their world, even if just for a day or during the long hours of editing. It’s an honor to help people see their own journey in a new way, whether it’s through emotional testimonials, raw moments, or subtle, powerful visuals.
What excites me most is creating something that hits on a soul level. The kind of content that gives you chills or makes you pause. I’m drawn to real, honest storytelling that motivates or moves people.
Right now, I’m continuing to grow, learn and take on projects that align with that emotional, intentional style, passion-led storytelling, more truth-driven edits, and more content that makes people feel seen.
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
Looking back, three qualities that were most impactful in my journey were self-awareness, creative resilience, and discipline.
Self-awareness helped me tune into what I actually needed…real healing. I got honest with myself about the habits, thoughts, and patterns that weren’t serving me. That honesty gave me the foundation to rebuild with intention, not reaction.
Creative resilience showed up in the way I poured into my work. Storytelling became a lifeline. Videography wasn’t just a job, it was a space where I could process, express, and reconnect with purpose.
Discipline carried me on the days I didn’t feel strong. The days I didn’t want to do anything, let alone get out of bed. I showed up for my kids, for the gym, for my work, for myself, even when it was uncomfortable.
My advice?
Start by sitting still. I dont mean actually sitting down and sitting still…I mean…tune into yourself, not what people expect of you, not what’s trending, but what you need. Then, create something. Doesn’t have to be perfect. Just make, express, move. Keep showing up. Especially when it’s hard. That’s where you meet your future self, the one who’s already proud of how far you’ve come.
How would you spend the next decade if you somehow knew that it was your last?
If I knew I only had a decade left, I’d live it fully and intentionally. I’d do more things that scare me. I’d keep creating, telling real stories through my lens that make people feel seen. I’d travel, meet new people and places with open eyes, and capture beauty in the everyday. I’d pour even more into my children, leaving them a legacy of strength and self-love. I wouldn’t waste time chasing love or trying to be palatable. I’d stay grounded in my own evolution and surround myself with people who feel like home. And honestly, I’m glad I answered this question,because I needed the reminder of how I want to live, and I fully intend to live this way because none of us really know how much time we have left.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.wboymedia.com
- Instagram: @jessnmotion
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