Grief & Loss

Join a fellow hurting soul as he sits with his trauma, leans into therapy, and relies heavily on his faith and Scripture, which give him solace and strength....

From multi-award winner Whoopi Goldberg comes a new and unique memoir of her family and their influence on her early life....

From the indie rock star of Japanese Breakfast fame, and author of the viral 2018 New Yorker essay that shares the title of this book, comes an unflinching, powerful memoir about growing up Korean American, losing her mother, and forging her own identity....

When it comes to the “hard seasons” of life—the death of a loved one, divorce, loss of a job—transformation seems impossible when grief and uncertainty dominate your days. Especially when no one asks to have their future completely rearranged for them....

Born to an American myth and raised in the wilds of Graceland, Lisa Marie Presley tells her whole story for the first time in this raw, riveting, one-of-a-kind memoir faithfully completed by her daughter, Riley Keough.

Passionate advocate for end-of-life care and TikTok star Hadley Vlahos shares moving stories of joy, wisdom, and redemption from her patients’ final moments in this deeply personal memoir....

A well-written book that is a curious reminder that our in-between life with all its information lies within our subconscious....

Megan Devine offers a profound new approach to both the experience of grief and the way we help others who have endured tragedy....

A charming, practical, and unsentimental approach to putting a home in order while reflecting on the tiny joys that make up a long life....

In this groundbreaking new work, David Kessler - an expert on grief and the coauthor with Elisabeth Kübler-Ross of the iconic On Grief and Grieving - journeys beyond the classic five stages to discover a sixth stage: meaning....

In his mid-40s, Simon Boas was diagnosed with incurable cancer - it had been caught too late, and spread around his body. But he was determined to die as he had learned to live - optimistically, thinking the best of people, and prioritising what really matters in life.

October 18, 2019. Cristina Rivera Garza travels from her home in Texas to Mexico City, in search of an old, unresolved criminal file.

TikTok star Julie McFadden—known online as “Hospice Nurse Julie” shares a comforting and informative guide that demystifies our end-of-life journey....

Noted psychotherapist Francis Weller provides an essential guide for navigating the deep waters of sorrow and loss in this lyrical yet practical handbook for mastering the art of grieving....

Join New York Times bestselling author John Eldredge as he gives you the tools you need to follow Jesus' path of supernatural resilience so you can reclaim your joy, strengthen your heart, and thrive through the storm....

A courageous, life-changing memoir that teaches us to apply the lessons learned by those nearing their death to our own life....

Tiny Beautiful Things collects the best of Dear Sugar in one volume, bringing her wisdom to many more readers. This tenth-anniversary edition features six new columns and a new preface by Strayed....

In Grief is Love, author Marisa Renee Lee reveals that healing does not mean moving on after losing a loved one—healing means learning to acknowledge and create space for your grief....

When a loved one dies, the pain of loss can feel unbearable—especially in the case of a traumatizing death that leaves us shouting, “NO!” with every fiber of our body.

Un libro que te enseña a cómo seguir luchando por lo que quieres a pesar del dolor que hoy sientes.

Updated to commemorate its 20th anniversary, this classic resource further explores the effects of grief and sheds new light on how to begin to take effective actions to complete the grieving process' and work towards recovery and happiness....

Faith, Hope and Carnage is a book about Nick Cave’s inner life. Created from more than forty hours of intimate conversations with Seán O’Hagan, it is a profoundly thoughtful exploration, in Cave’s own words, of what really drives his life and creativity....

In this searing memoir, Congressman Jamie Raskin tells the story of the forty-five days at the start of 2021 that permanently changed his life....

With this stirring audiobook as a guide, feelings of anger, resentment, guilt, and victimization are healed and transformed into acceptance, forgiveness, gratitude, and peace....

Death is not waiting for us at the end of a long road. Death is always with us, in the marrow of every passing moment. She is the secret teacher hiding in plain sight....

How do you live with the pain of watching someone you love suffer from addiction? And how do you cope with the grief of losing them, especially when your job is to make people laugh every day? You find comfort in walking the hard path with others, peace in holding the good with the grief, and strength in the One who is bigger than your pain.

We all know what it’s like to experience the disappointments and sorrows of life. Unexpected circumstances like layoffs, divorce, illness, and death can leave us hurting and isolated. Add to that the unending anxiety we feel at the state of the world—political strife and global upheavals—and we end up with a recipe for . . . joy? Yes, says journalist Steven Petrow, who has lived through all of those things, and arrived at a surprising conclusion: Joy is always present—in our everyday routines, in ties to those we care about, even in our grief.

En esta obra, Chopra demuestra la existencia de un más allá donde la muerte no constituye la extinción de la vida, como generalmente imaginamos, sino su extensión por distintos medios. Describe a detalle los ámbitos que encontraremos al abandonar nuestro cuerpo mortal, y sostiene que sólo la capacidad para expandir nuestra conciencia aquí y ahora, puede prepararnos para enfrentar nuestra verdadera naturaleza al momento de la muerte. simple, y tal vez gozosa, transformación.

In A Beginner's Guide to Dying Simon considers and collates the things that have given him such a great sense of peace and contentment, and why dying at 46 really isn't so bad. And for that reason it's also only partly about 'dying'. It is mostly a hymn to the joy and preciousness of life, and why giving death a place can help all of us make even more of it.

Talking about death has been deemed morbid, taboo, or even pathological. But in order to fully embrace life, scientists, psychologists, and spiritual leaders all agree—contemplating death is the key to living a life with meaning. This life-changing book will give you a 12-week program to befriend death in your own way, creating your own personal, daily meditation on what it means to be mortal.

Rebecca Little and Colleen Long, childhood friends who grew up to be journalists, both experienced late-term loss, and together they take an incisive, deeply reported look at the issue, working to shatter taboos that have made so many pregnant people feel ashamed and alone.

Our era is one of significant and substantial loss, of unraveling hopes and expectations, of dreams curtailed, of aspirations desiccated. At the same time, we are denied the means of mourning the futures that are being so brutally curtailed. At such a moment, taking the time to grieve is a radical act. Through in-depth reporting intertwined with memoir, Sarah Jaffe shows how public memorialization has become more than a refusal or a protest: it is a path to imagining a better world.

Por mais que tentemos resistir, os términos acontecem a todo momento – o fim de uma respiração, o fim de um dia, o fim de um relacionamento e, em última análise, o fim da vida. E acompanhando cada término há um novo começo, embora talvez não saibamos o que ele nos reserva. Em Como vivemos é como morremos, Pema Chödrön compartilha sua sabedoria sobre como trabalhar com este fluxo da vida – aprendendo a viver com tranquilidade, alegria e compaixão em meio à incerteza, abraçando novos começos e, finalmente, preparando-se para a morte com curiosidade e abertura, ao invés de medo.

Alexandra Chan thinks she has life figured out until, in the Year of the Ram, the death of her father—her last parent—brings her to her knees, an event seemingly foretold in Chinese mythology. A left-brained archaeologist and successful tiger daughter, Chan finds her logical approach to life utterly fails her in the face of this profound grief. Unable to find a way forward, she must either burn to ash or forge herself anew.

The loss of a beloved pet can leave a profound emptiness in our hearts and homes, making it hard to find peace amidst the pain. Goodbye, Old Friend is a compassionate and insightful guide that offers solace to those grieving the loss of their furry, feathered, or finned companions. Through a blend of personal stories—including the touching journeys of Sampson, a brave rescue who found a second chance at life, and Bella, a sweet soul who brought light and love into every moment—spiritual reflections, and practical advice, this book provides a comforting roadmap to navigate the journey of...

Met the End, a true-crime survival memoir, explores the life and death of John Powell, first known victim of American serial killer Donald Harvey, through the eyes of Powell’s daughter. Through research, interviews, and introspection, author Holly Brians Ragusa steers into the tragedy of her family’s past, braced for a collision, and finds reclamation.

Loss is an inevitable part of the human experience, and the pain it brings can be overwhelming. Yet, amidst the grief, there is a profound opportunity for growth and connection. Through intuitive awareness and the teachings of Helen's "A-Team" of spirit guides, learn how to bridge the intricate gap between life and death with grace and understanding. Drawing from her own transformative experiences as a death doula at the bedside of the dying, Helen's poignant stories present encounters with departed loved ones and glimpses of celestial beings.

Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Perhaps right now, you’re alone, feeling lost, not knowing your life’s purpose? This book shares with you an everlasting bond between a father and son. A little boy’s dream becomes a reality due to his father’s unfailing love and support. A father’s love nurtures his son’s drive to succeed. The son never wanted to leave his dad’s side, so he followed his dad everywhere: into the hospital, to the airport, the nursing homes, you name it.

Whether you are living through significant personal transitions or navigating a world reshaping itself faster than ever, this audiobook offers ten skills for living on the threshold as well as spiritual practices and inspiration for connecting with your own inner wisdom. From the first chapter, you’ll find a storytelling companion ready to journey with you through uncertainty and change. Hering does not pretend that change is simple. But she offers reassurance that it becomes easier to trust the more we participate in it.

Since moving to Hollywood at age seventeen, Steve Guttenberg has delighted and moved audiences with his film and television work. But when his father is diagnosed with kidney failure, Steve has to step into a new and wholly unexpected role: caretaker. In Time to Thank, Steve tracks his weekly road trips from Los Angeles to Arizona to care for his father and the ways in which his time on the road affords him the perspective to reflect on his life.

Synthesizing science, spirituality and philosophy, Pain: A Portal to Enlightenment is an invitation to embark on a transformative journey to find inner peace and fulfilment no matter what life throws at you.

La especialista en Tanatología Claudia López Morales escribe esta guía básica acerca de lo que los padres necesitan saber acerca de las pérdidas, el duelo y la muerte. Desde un enfoque renovado y realista, orienta sobre el trabajo emocional que deben seguir los adultos al asimilar las pérdidas inherentes a la vida, para después hacerlo con los pequeños. La autora también brinda recomendaciones prácticas de cómo acompañar a los niños y adolescentes en el proceso de duelo de cada cambio que implica crecer.

“Shattered Bond—The Life of Marvin Clarke” is a memoir by Dr. Merlyn Clarke and Gordon Clarke, chronicling the life and untimely death of their beloved son, Marvin. The book provides a heartfelt exploration of grief and enduring love within a family bound by tragedy. Dr. Merlyn and Gordon Clarke share the profound impact of Marvin’s life, illustrating his vibrant and joyful moments.

Death is nothing at all. Grief is very real. My husband had a stage 4 cancer diagnosis at 52 and died at 61 years. We had years to plan and explore our plan to write this book together, if possible after he died. I was a grief counselor for Hospice across his whole disease process. The After Death Communication stories of my clients gave us hope that not only would death not truly separate us, but could begin a different form of a continuing relationship. He agreed to provide proof for me that his consciousness survived after his body died. He did just that. This book is our story.

Over the Rainbow: From the Depths of Grief to Hope is not just a book to support you through your grief journey, it’s a heartfelt love letter from someone who has been there. Sheila Clemenson, the author, is no stranger to the profound pain of loss. After being a caregiver for several years and losing her first husband, Grant, at a young age to ALS, she fell into the grief pit herself. Her world was shattered but amidst the shards of her old life, she found a new purpose.

In Creative Comfort, author Natalie Weedman shares her journey through the profound grief of losing her 14-month-old son. Offering solace to those who have also known the loss of a loved one, she invites you to a place of radical vulnerability where God can both mend your broken heart and minister to you in ways that strengthen your faith foundation.

Approximately two months after my husband passed away from cancer, I needed to get away for a while. In 2020 I was not only his wife, but also his caregiver for the last year of his life. Watching my husband slowly die in front of my eyes took everything out of me. My 46 Days getaway was an opportunity for me to escape reality for a while, slowly find myself again, and discover a variety of ways to begin the long and grueling healing process.

2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike, and 26.2-mile run = 140.6 miles. It's called Ironman. I completed two of them in my mid-thirties. At the time, I thought it was just another fitness goal I set for myself. And, yes, it's definitely a huge fitness goal, but 20 years later as I look back at this accomplishment, it was not about crossing the finish line at all.

“Sacred Gifts of a Short Life” chronicles the end of life journeys of several of Dr. Liz’s patients in a way that allows us all to see death from the perspective of both profound sadness, and precious sacredness. Sacred Gifts of a Short Life takes us on an exploration of some of the difficult questions surrounding the end of life journeys of our furry loved ones. Honest, pragmatic, compassionate, empowering and refreshing, it answers questions such as: Is it time?

Случается, в дом приходят горе и бедность. Для взрослых это причина расстраиваться, много работать, беспокоиться о вложениях и кредитах. А для детей — отличный повод отправиться на поиск сокровищ. Что и сделали шестеро братьев и сестёр из семейства Бэстейбл. Так они решили помочь своему овдовевшему отцу разбогатеть. Но стоило им только включить воображение, как сразу нашлось ещё множество других нескучных способов пополнить семейный бюджет! Добротворцы - вторая книга трилогии об увлекательных историях из жизни семейства Бэстейбл.