Healing Grief

When great sorrow overwhelms us, as we stagger under the utter amazement of it, there comes a moment which seems a moment of peace. This is the moment when, as in a flash, we see that our sorrow is inevitable. It is not inevitable, we think, at that moment, but it is inevitable sometime. Sorrow is part of life. We cannot imagine any life which has accomplished a considerable number of years without finding this element of tragedy somewhere entering in. The first reaction to such a word of consolation is the exclamation, “This is nothing more than stoicism.” As we read the lives of such ...

With sensitivity and insight, this series offers suggestions for healing activities that can help survivors learn to express their grief and mourn naturally. Acknowledging that death is a painful, ongoing part of life, they explain how people need to slow down, turn inward, embrace their feelings of loss, and seek and accept support when a loved one dies. Each book, geared for mourning adults, teens, or children, provides ideas and action-oriented tips that teach the basic principles of grief and healing.

This book contains information about the grief that comes from losing a loved one. It has the necessary information that one may need to know to handle and manage the pain caused by the loss of a loved one. After listening to this book, you will be able to gain new knowledge that will be very helpful to you someday, when the need arises, or as you currently recover from your loss.

As Our Souls Foretold is an evocative collection that transcends time, identity, and human experience, guiding listeners into the hidden currents of the mind and soul. Each verse flows like a wave—sometimes gentle and calm, other times intense and transformative—carrying listeners through the ebb and flow of subconscious thoughts and emotions. Themes of love, loss, transformation, and resilience weave throughout the collection, offering a poetic journey that invites reflection and self-discovery.

I wrote this book during one of the most difficult years of my life. This is my journey through the grieving process of losing my 27 year relationship and trauma work before and after. It is a glimpse into how I used the therapeutic processes of Compassionate Inquiry and Internal Family Systems to navigate through the year, as well as chronicle how my childhood shaped my life and how I show up in relationship, my worldview, coping mechanisms, and more.

Romance. Loss. Second chances. When Crisa’s husband dies, he leaves behind devastating secrets. Her beliefs about love are shattered. Grieving and unmoored, she searches for comfort in empty encounters—until a chance meeting with Slade sparks something long buried. Slade’s been on plenty of dates and has no intention of sacrificing independence without love. But when Crisa steals the last corned beef sandwich in the office cafeteria and flashes him a smile, everything shifts. Her warmth and quiet strength draw him in, challenging the way he sees the world—and himself. As their ...

In Healing a Shattered Soul, Mindy Corporon invites listeners to join her search for inspiration and hope after domestic terrorism took the lives of her father and son. Headlines about the attack circled the world. Now, Mindy takes listeners inside her family’s struggle, the support of their faith community, and her commitment to courageous kindness. A popular speaker, teacher and writer, Mindy has dedicated her life to encouraging kindness, faith, and healing in congregations, companies, and communities.

What happens when a mother loses a child, and no one around her knows what to do or how to support her? She can go into further depression and feel more alone in the experience of the deepest pain a human parent can go through. Instead of feeling loved and supported, she feels abandoned and possibly left with unimaginable grief and pain. This guidebook can act as a bridge in connecting the grieving mother with those in her life who want to be supportive but don’t have the tools to create a safe and healing space. It is a guide, written with love, for those who dare brave the very ...

When is it alright for a woman to call a child hers? What are the requirements? Do they only involve giving birth to a child or the legal adoption of one? What about love? I can only answer these questions for myself. Although I did not give birth to my two stepchildren or have a document making them legally mine, the love I feel for them is non-the-less real. As far as I’m concerned, they are my children. I don’t believe that I’m taking anything away from Janie, their biological mother, by saying that they are also mine; because, as I have tried to instill within all five of my ...

"Dear Children" is a compilation of poems and beautiful love letters from a mother to her children. The author, puts into words and captures in time this special reminder for her children. She hopes they will never forget how much they are loved now and even in her absence. May you, the reader, feel love on every page no matter who you are or where you are. With love, From a mother’s heart.

After a life of pain and loss, Lois Michaloski determines to embark on a journey of self-discovery, purposing to meet the parts of herself that are hidden within. In pursuit of inner healing, she is willing to bravely face all the pain they hold. But as Lois continues with them, and as they join with the Lord Jesus Christ on the journey, together they find the journey transformed by joy.

"I'm sorry, it's cancer." Four words with the power to upend your entire existence and thrust you into an emotional whirlwind. As these words unravel, they unleash trauma, chaos, and threats to every facet of life—from health and body image to relationships, job, career, and future dreams. Thoughts swirl: What did I do so wrong to deserve this? How am I going to survive? Is my body going to be mutilated?

Tragedy, Trauma, and Loss in Teens and Pre-Teens: Healing the Emotional Wounds In today’s complex world, teens and pre-teens are facing unprecedented challenges—ranging from school violence and bullying to social media pressure, family instability, and personal loss. This updated and compassionate guide by Dr. Richard L. Travis offers parents, guardians, and educators a roadmap to understanding how young people experience trauma and how to support their emotional healing. With real-life examples, up-to-date research, YouTube and TED Talk links, and practical tools, this book explores: ...

Her scars are soul deep Artist Cami Bolin has trust issues. Every man who should have loved her ultimately betrayed her. The word “father” leaves her cold, even when it applies to the one in Heaven, the one her current friends are trying so hard to get her to believe in. What does she need God for? She loves her work. She has a newfound granddad who treats her with a kindness she’s never experienced. She has all she needs, except there’s this guy… Temptation…or Divine intervention As a boy, Easton Cramer had two dreams. Convinced that his call to the ministry couldn’t coexist ...

The two women named Tamar, whose lives are detailed in the Bible (Genesis 38 and 2 Samuel 13), form the backdrop of heart-tugging stories by these powerful women. In The Tamar Stories Sisterhood, nineteen women tell compelling stories of grief, mental illness, divorce, domestic violence, and so much more. Like Tamar I and Tamar II in the Bible, the sister authors share intimate stories of profound loss and pain from their own lives. Each woman has overcome so much because of the power of God through Christ Jesus, bringing redemption, healing, forgiveness, empowerment, hope, peace, and joy. ...

This book will encourage and help you through any form of grieving process you are going through. God will always be in congrol of your life no matter the situation. Be comforted by God's Power, Presence and Glory. Stay blessed by His everlasting arms.

Life is full of suffering; the challenges are inevitable, but there are big differences in how we deal with them and how we grieve. We have to be grieving the right way. We must understand that we are not insane and that grieving is "normal." Grieving is loving. It's OK that we're not OK. And we must also realize that we're required to recover from it. We have the power to overcome our suffering. Life-changing crises can produce a transformation of similar depth. When we accept death, transform our attitude towards life, and discover the fundamental connection between life and death, a ...

A reminder to look for the humanity in everyone we see. After suffering a devastating loss, Henry Thornwood, a former college professor, finds himself living in a homeless encampment in the Northwest. As he makes the rounds, extending kindness and cups of coffee to vulnerable members of the community, he meets Cindy Rhodes, a realtor and domestic abuse survivor, who is also running from a painful past. The two of them bond over their trauma and set out on a soulful journey. What follows is an unlikely love story that leads them to a commune along the Columbia River Gorge, the sanctuary they...

Heartbreak isn’t just painful—it’s life-altering. It shakes your foundation, leaves you questioning everything, and can make the future feel like an overwhelming void. Whether it’s the loss of a relationship, the passing of a loved one, or the shattering of a dream, heartbreak touches every part of your life, making even the smallest moments feel heavy and uncertain. But what if heartbreak wasn’t the end of your story? What if it was the beginning of something extraordinary? In Rising Strong: Turning Heartbreak Into Hope and Healing, you’ll find a heartfelt and transformative ...

Grief hits hard, and as a man, you're often expected to carry on without breaking. But what if there was a way to handle your emotions and keep yourself on track? Understanding Grief Coping with Loss: Practical Information for Men Seeking Healing, Support, and Recovery Dealing with the Loss of a Loved One, is a practical, no-nonsense guide for men navigating the pain of losing a loved one. This book offers straightforward advice, actionable tips, and tools to help you take charge of your emotions, honour your loss, and move forward with purpose.