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Living When a Loved One Has Died by Earl A. Grollman β€” book cover

Living When a Loved One Has Died

by Earl A. Grollman, Grollman
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Overview

When someone you love dies, Earl Grollman writes, "there is no way to predict how you will feel. The reactions of grief are not like recipes, with given ingredients, and certain results....Grief is universal. At the same time it is extremely personal. Heal in your own way".

If someone you know is grieving, Living When a Loved One Has Died can help. Earl Grollman explains what emotions to expect when mourning, what pitfalls to avoid, and how to work through feelings of loss. Suitable for pocket or bedside, this gentle book guides the lonely and suffering as they move through the many facets of grief, begin to heal, and slowly build new lives.

Synopsis

When someone you love dies, Earl Grollman writes, "there is no way to predict how you will feel. The reactions of grief are not like recipes, with given ingredients, and certain results. . . . Grief is universal. At the same time it is extremely personal. Heal in your own way."

If you are grieving, Living When a Loved One Has Died can help. This gentle, reassuring book explains the bewildering feelings that arise after a loved one's death and helps you honestly confront your loss. While the journey through grief is neither straightforward nor simple, Living When a Loved One Has Died will be an invaluable companion as you sort through your feelings, take steps toward healing, and begin to build a new life.

Minneapolis Star

If you're far away when someone you care about is in mourning, send this book--it's the next best thing to being there. And if you doubt whether your being there will do any good, read this book, and you will learn how to become the wise, reassuring, and understanding person a good friend is when a loved one has died.

About the Author, Earl A. Grollman

Rabbi Earl A. Grollman is an internationally recognized counselor and writer whose books on coping with bereavement and other losses have helped more than 750,000 readers. He frequently speaks and leads seminars for schools, universities, seminaries, health care professionals, and grief support groups around the world.

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Minneapolis Star

If you're far away when someone you care about is in mourning, send this book--it's the next best thing to being there. And if you doubt whether your being there will do any good, read this book, and you will learn how to become the wise, reassuring, and understanding person a good friend is when a loved one has died.

Book Details

Published
June 1, 1995
Publisher
Beacon
Pages
113
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780807027196

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