Overcoming Loss

From Multi Award-winning and Bestselling Author, Carrie Fancett Pagels Newly minted computer science graduate, Alyssa, has plans to obtain work and finally live independently with her son. Summer programming for Alyssa’s son, who has Aspergers, is tossed when his biological father and new wife, an attorney, insist on summer visitation. With her plans completely upended, Alyssa pursues a job on Mackinac Island with the hopes of acquiring an internship. Young widower, Carter, who has suffered the tragic loss of his wife, is working remotely on Mackinac Island as a computer programmer and ...

Respect My Gangsta Part Two: Get'em Girl Respect My Gangsta 2 Get'em Girl Continue into the life of Sorrow aka Queen Black Panther Never have a Ho's hustle, always have a Nigga's Hustle - that was the lesson ingrained in Sorrow by her brothers. The weight of their teachings became apparent when Duke thrust them into a life-or-death situation, forcing Sorrow to summon her courage. With determination fueling her, she immersed herself in gangster mode, her senses heightened as she embarked on a mission to retrieve Duke's money, settle his debts, and liberate him from the relentless hustle. ...

Losing a child is a devastating and unbearable experience that no one should ever have to face. This book was written to provide solace and guidance to those who are coping with this unimaginable loss. By immersing yourself into its wisdom, readers can connect with their inner selves and gain valuable insights into their lives that can lead to transformation and healing that endures. This book serves as a guide for navigating the complex emotions and challenges that accompany the loss of a child. It provides practical advice and coping mechanisms for managing grief, guilt, and the many ...

When the miracle-working God whom Pastor Stacy Henagan loved and served did not answer the prayers on behalf of her terminally ill one-year-old daughter as expected, she was left crushed with grief and struggling to understand. How could a loving God allow this to happen? What do you do when it seems God has let you down? Is God trustworthy? Rather than choosing to remain in overwhelming pain and doubt, Stacy emerged with a much greater belief that God is good and trustworthy, even when we don’t think his plans make sense.

When we lose someone we love, when we suffer loss or defeat, when catastrophe strikes - war, famine, pandemic - we go in search of consolation. But how do we console each other and ourselves in an age of unbelief? In a series of lapidary meditations on writers, artists, musicians, and their works - from the books of Job and Psalms to Albert Camus, Anna Akhmatova, and Primo Levi - esteemed writer and historian Michael Ignatieff shows how men and women in extremity have looked to each other across time to recover hope and resilience.

"When are you having kids?" "Why don't you just adopt?" These innocent, well-meaning questions are ones everyone asks couples, especially women of a certain age. To those one in eight couples who undergo infertility treatments, these questions do not feel at all innocent or well-meaning, but invalidating to the battle they're fighting and the difficulty and pain involved in the adoption process. This is the story of how Justine Froelker redefined her childless life and learned to be okay, whole, and happy with a full child-free life.

Are you a man who has experienced the pain and loss of miscarriage? Do you long for healing and hope in the midst of your grief? Look no further. "Healing Whispers" is a groundbreaking book that addresses the unique journey of men after miscarriage, offering biblical comfort and healing. This transformative guide will empower you to embrace your emotions, navigate the healing process, and find solace in God's promises. Discover the strength to move forward, cultivate resilience, and experience a renewed sense of purpose. In this compelling book, you will: Gain biblical insights: Dive into ...

A transformative approach to overcoming trauma by rethinking how we recover. No one wants to confront the terrible fact of life that is personal trauma. But throughout our lives, we will all face those inevitable, life-changing moments: the loss of a loved one, the medical diagnosis we dreaded, the arduous process of physical therapy, or outbursts of post-traumatic stress, to name just a few. We can view these moments as crises. We can also choose to leverage them as opportunities. For Dr. Tamar Jehuda Cohen, trauma came in the form of a life-threatening brain tumor, and the difficult ...

You’re probably picking up this book because you’ve tried or thought of trying countless plans to lose weight and get in shape. It’s NOT your fault! It seems like every month there is a buzz about "this new fitness trend" or "that new diet." Think about how many times in the past 20 years you’ve heard about a new diet or exercise plan: It’s impossible to count! If these gimmicks actually worked there would be no reason to have to switch to the next trendy new plan. Aren't you tired of it? These quick-fix programs are a distraction from what you really need to learn in order to ...

Bad sleep and dysfunctional dreaming are at the heart of how the brain manufactures depressive feelings - including those that arise and persist following a bereavement or another great loss. In this download you will learn of the three factors which are maintaining your depression. You will be able to identify the importance of each of these as contributing to the depression which is persisting and perhaps even deepening since your loss. And there is advice and tools and therapy to help you heal and move on.

Losing your job can feel like a crushing blow. The uncertainty, frustration, and fear of the future can be overwhelming. But this isn’t the end of your career—it’s the beginning of a new opportunity. This book is your roadmap to overcoming job loss with emotional intelligence and returning stronger. You’ll learn how to manage sadness, turn frustration into motivation, and rebuild your confidence to land the job you deserve. Discover how to: Process the loss without getting stuck in frustration Stay motivated and regain your self-confidence Handle interviews and salary negotiations ...

This is an outstanding book that discusses about emotions involved when a relationship breaks your heart, a marriage ends in divorce, or when a loved one dies. It will help you develop compassion, providing you with the courage to face other types of losses and challenges. This empowering book will teach you how to deal with grief and heal your heart. It is a must-listen for finding ways to handle grief and build strong and lasting relationships.

From the beloved teen star, talk-show host, and media personality, an uplifting and revelatory memoir about turning 40, losing weight, and reinventing oneself at any age. Readers first met Ricki Lake as Tracy Turnblad in the original Hairspray. They fell in love with her as the spunky, no-holds-barred host of The Ricki Lake Show. And they came to respect her as the executive producer behind The Business of Being Born, a groundbreaking documentary on childbirth in the United States. Now, Ricki’s many fans will get to know her in a whole new way.

At the age of 74, best-selling author Irvin Yalom turns his attention to one of the great human questions: our fear of death. He suggests that what he calls the 'awakening experience' can help us acknowledge, accept, and make use of our fear of death in a positive manner. These awakening experiences often follow a loss, a trauma, or the death of a loved one, illness or just growing old. Yalom shows us how such an awakening can be the turning point for a more meaningful life.

Life has a way of testing our endurance, but what if the most powerful chapters of our lives are still waiting to be written? THE 2ND WIND is an extraordinary collection of stories from twelve courageous women who have faced life’s challenges head-on and emerged stronger, wiser, and more determined than ever. This book powerfully challenges age-related stereotypes, proving that time does not limit strength, wisdom, and potential. Through intimate and inspiring narratives, these women invite you into their journeys—revealing how they reclaimed their power, found purpose in unexpected ...

Jeremy Wright Brady, five foot eight, middle child, a few fair-haired curls hidden away under a well-worn Texas Rangers ball cap. A teenager, born into an average size family with strong roots in the East Texas community of Cinder Veil, he thrives on the remote aspects of water as an all around angler. Hobbies include fishing the river, fishing the stock tank, fishing in the lake, and soon to be a deep-sea fisherman. Not a momma’s boy or in a daddy’s shadow, he takes his lead on the water from his wise Gramps. When his Gramps passes away, an unsettling stirs the experiences and memories...

Have you ever found yourself in an unthinkable situation? Take the hand of Jesus and transform your pain into purpose. In "Unthinkable" Heather Bradley shares her deeply personal story of tragedy and the miraculous transformation that followed. In the darkest moment of her life, she found a hand reaching down, offering an exchange—suffering for healing, pain for freedom, and heartache for purpose. Through her journey, she discovered that by taking hold of Jesus’ hand, we can navigate the fiery trials of life and emerge stronger, filled with supernatural strength and confidence. In this ...

Learn to breathe, feel, and heal with compassion. Grieving is not about forgetting. It’s not about forcing yourself to move on. It’s about learning to carry your love, your loss, and your hope — all at the same time. Guided Meditations for Overcoming Grief offers a steady, compassionate place to rest when the weight of loss feels overwhelming.

"If all you can do is crawl, start crawling. Soon, you’ll be able to stand." S’renaty James lives a privileged life most her age only dream of living. She is beautiful and popular with her entire life ahead of her. Life could not get any better. Until her entire life shifts, crashing around her...Bound by devastation, persecuted by the ones she used to call ‘friends’, haunted by disturbing nightmares, and filled with self-blame, she vows to overcome. Stefan is everything S’renaty swears to avoid. He is carefree and charismatic. He is primitive, complicated and a total badass. He ...

In Parkinson’s and Other Denials, Ron Palmer invites readers into a deeply personal journey through the tremors of life—both literal and figurative. This poignant collection of poetry explores the fragility of the human body and the resilience of the human spirit, weaving themes of love, loss, humor, and introspection. With every verse, Palmer balances vulnerability with hope, crafting a tribute to perseverance in the face of life’s uncertainties.