Healing Grief

A Daughter’s Kaddish recounts Sarah Birnbach’s year-long odyssey through an unfamiliar world of prayer. To honor her beloved father following his death, Sarah undertakes a Jewish mourning ritual historically reserved for males—despite her father’s request that she hire a male to do so. A novice worshipper and single working mother, Sarah commits to re-citing the Mourner’s Kaddish every morning and evening in the presence of a quorum of ten people (a minyan) in synagogue for eleven months.

Being suddenly thrust into the world of parental grief is like being transported to a foreign land where you don't speak the language. With that in mind, Claire Aagaard has written When a Child Dies in a simple, straightforward manner, offering information, comfort, and hope for those who believe that none is possible.

I came to heal a child's heart, never expecting to lose my own to his brooding, widowed father. I never expected to fall in love while caring for a grieving child. My job was simple: help little Ethan find his voice again after the loss of his mother. But the moment I stepped into the Holt mansion, I felt the weight of more than just a child’s sorrow. His father, Alexander, is a man consumed by grief—strong, distant, and utterly captivating. As I work to bring light back into Ethan’s world, I find myself drawn to Alexander in ways I can’t ignore. His guarded heart calls to me, every...

When floods rage, fires consume, and storms shake the very ground we stand on, one question echoes through the chaos: Where is God? This timely and compassionate book was born from a heartfelt sermon and inspired by real tragedies—floods in Texas that claimed young lives and wildfires in Maui that devastated communities. Through biblical reflection, personal experience, and pastoral insight, Pastor John E. Miller guides readers through the emotional and spiritual wreckage that disasters leave behind. Rooted in Wesleyan theology and anchored in Scripture, this book offers a path forward ...

What if the treasure you’re chasing… is the truth about yourself? After surviving the jungle and unlocking the first ancient vault, Flint Wrynn and his team head to Indonesia in search of a long-lost chamber whispered about in tribal legends and missionary journals alike—The Echo Vault. Said to resonate with the voices of those who have suffered and survived, the vault is more than myth. It's the next step on a journey that has become deeply personal. Still haunted by the death of his brother Clay and the growing threat of the mysterious Silencer, Flint finds his relationships ...

Through the darkness of her life after her husband’s suicide, Author Athena C. Shack embarked on a journey to healing, wholeness and restoration. In this book, she answers the one question asked the most from others who are hurting: How do you get your life back after a tragedy, trauma or loss has compromised your faith, destroyed your peace and shaken your confidence in God? Using personal experience, biblical illustrations/revelations with an engaging and refreshing writing style this book will help you get through a dark place and grow spiritually from it. Grace for the Journey will ...

Nestled in the serene town of Willowbrook, "Where The Red Rose Grows" weaves a tale of enduring love, the unexpected paths of fate, and the beauty of finding light in the shadows of loss. This captivating narrative introduces readers to Emma, a spiritual wellness coach and psychic, whose life is steeped in the intricacies of the human soul and the mysteries of the universe. When Emma receives a red rose, a symbol of an unbreakable bond, her world is forever changed. This isn’t just any rose—it’s a beacon of love’s resilience, a promise made manifest. As Emma embarks on a journey of ...

Embark on a poignant journey through the heart's deepest realms with "Embracing the Echoes of Loss," an indispensable guide for those traversing the treacherous terrain of grief. This transformative work delves into the profound and often misunderstood experience of mourning with profound sensitivity and a compassionate understanding. "Embracing the Echoes of Loss" shines light on the multifaceted nature of grieving, dispelling myths and affirming the unique path each individual takes. It provides an empathetic beacon for the initial disorientation of loss, speaking to the shock, disbelief,...

In the quiet chambers of grief, where words often fail us, poetry can become a healing balm. It is with this profound understanding that Melody K. Hines presents "Mending the Grieving Heart," a heartfelt collection of poems that explore the complex terrain of grief, loss, and enduring love. 💔 **A Journey Through Loss and Healing** The poems within these pages traverse the raw and intense emotions that accompany the loss of a loved one. From anger and despair to acceptance and hope, Melody's words resonate with anyone who has felt the keen sting of grief. 🌱 **Written by a Compassionate...

Will Rutledge needs a fresh start. After aging out of the foster care system, he and his brother, Kane, have nothing but each other. Maybe that is why he agreed to his brother’s insane plan. With his brains and his brother’s muscle, what could go wrong? Enter Hannah Cole. After a devastating loss, her faith in God is shaken. No amount of money could fill the hole in her life… not even if her dad has plenty of it. Suddenly, Hannah finds herself in the middle of the brothers’ reckless scheme. Plans start to unravel when Will and Hannah develop feelings for one another despite their ...

Some inheritances change your future. This one will help you find your way back home. Jana Calloway has built a perfect life—or so it seems. Maren Foster spends her days helping others heal, but her own heart remains guarded. Ivy West would rather run than risk being hurt again. They haven’t seen each other in over a decade, not since their friendship shattered under the weight of an unbearable loss. When their beloved college professor leaves them Winterfield Manor—a sprawling Tudor estate deep in the Oregon mountains—the three women are brought back together to confront not just ...

In the darkest corners of our lives, where sorrow, trauma, grief and pain reside, there exists a profound capacity for resilience and hope. Telling Stories in the Dark by Jeffrey Munroe is a uniquely inspiring non-fiction book that illuminates the transformative power of sharing our most profound experiences of suffering. In this book you will encounter the stories of ordinary individuals who, when confronted with profound adversity, chose to do something extraordinary: they transformed their pain.

Instagram superstar and poet Nikita Gill shares a collection of poems crafted as the world went into lockdown, tackling themes such as mental health and loneliness, and the precarity of hope. Through the life cycle of a star, she invites the listener to feel connected to the universe, taking us on a journey through the five stages of grief to the five stages of hope.

You will be around for your family long after you are gone; in spirit, guiding them from where you are. They will know that you are there and talk about it to others. Some may believe and others may feel that you are trying to make yourself feel better by talking about your dead relative being in the here and now. But I believe because I have so many coincidences that no one can say what I am experiencing is not true. Every day I feel the presence of my mom. Today when a tiny white butterfly dropped its little body on the ground in front of me as I took my daily walk, it told me to wake up ...

It shook me to my core, having composed and survived these one hundred reasons why. I’ve kept them a guarded secret, remaining unshared for many years, but the shame should’ve never been mine... These are my truths, and I sincerely hope that sharing them will help someone else struggling with grief in their healing from abuse. I encourage everyone with a story of their own to speak it, even if your voice is a whisper. Write it, even if your hand trembles and perspires while you do. There’s something incredibly powerful in knowing that you’re not alone, after all.

After her mother dies, Hannah doesn’t know how to exist without her. Literally. In fact, Hannah’s not even certain that she does exist. No one seems to see or hear her, and she finds herself utterly alone. Grief-stricken and confused, her sense of self slowly slipping away, Hannah sets out to find new purpose in life—and answers about who (and what) she really is.

Sherri Divband provides a unique perspective on the sacred connection between humans and the Animal Kingdom. As an RVT, animal communicator, and energy practitioner, Sherri has worked with thousands of people and animals to develop a dynamic awareness of our exceptional bond. She shares insight on animal totems, spirit guides, reincarnation, where animal souls come from, and our soul contracts with wildlife and animal companions. Sherri shares examples from her animal communication and healing sessions to emphasize the profound ways that animals guide, support, protect, and help us heal. ...

Sometimes, the pain of loss feels like molten lava in our hearts, a burden that no one wants to hold. If you’re seeking expert guidance on healing the loss you feel deep inside, this book is for you. Know that your heart is expanding to hold the lessons grief is teaching you.

Affirming a pet owner's struggle with grief when his or her pet dies, this book helps mourners understand why their feelings are so strong and helps them overcome the loss. Included are practical suggestions for mourning and ideas for remembering and memorializing one's pet.

Jordan’s journey was many times painful but there was also joy found throughout. How does a sweet son become addicted, and his life, as well as all family members, become ravaged by it? Walk with the author through these pages filled with her son's all-encompassing story: good and bad, hope and despair, loss and overwhelming grief, but most of all...faith and endurance that conquered all and carried her through.