1 SENTENCE SUMMARY: This book provides a compassionate and practical guide to understanding and navigating the complex process of grief, helping readers to find comfort in times of loss.
“Life is a process of coming to terms with the losses we have experienced and a celebration of the time we have been given.”
Quick Info
Category: Depression
Publish Date: 2018-03-01
# Pages: 320
ISBN: 1501181548
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Table of Contents
Overview
Grief Works by Julia Samuel is a thought-provoking exploration of how grief works and how it affects both individuals and families.
It takes readers on a journey of understanding, as Samuel draws on her experience as a psychotherapist to shed light on the complexities of grief and healing.
She examines the different strategies people use to cope with their pain, and provides readers with the tools to better understand the process of grieving and how to heal.
Through personal stories and examples, Samuel shows how grief is a universal experience, and how it can be embraced to bring healing and positive change.
4 Key Lessons from Grief Works by Julia Samuel
1. It is normal to experience a wide range of emotions when grieving
When we experience loss, it is normal to feel a range of emotions from sadness and anger to guilt and confusion.
Grief Works explains that it is important to give ourselves permission to feel these emotions as they come, which can help us to process our grief in a healthy way.
By allowing ourselves to experience a range of emotions, we can better understand our own needs and take the steps necessary to heal.
2. Self-care is essential when grieving
Grief Works emphasizes the importance of self-care when grieving.
Self-care can look like different things to different people, but the book suggests that it is important to practice activities that help us to connect with ourselves and our loved ones, such as talking to a friend or family member, going for a walk in nature, or listening to music.
Self-care can help us to process our emotions and feel supported during this difficult time.
3. It is okay to ask for help
Grief Works acknowledges that sometimes it can be difficult to ask for help when we are grieving.
It is important to remember that it is okay to ask for help from close friends and family members, or from a professional.
Talking to someone about our experiences can be a way to process our emotions, and having support can help us to find comfort and healing.
4. Grief is a lifelong process
Grief is not something that can be “fixed” or that goes away after a certain amount of time.
Grief is a lifelong process, and it is important to remember that it is okay to take as much time as we need to heal.
Grief Works reminds us that there is no timeline for grief and that it is important to be gentle with ourselves and to allow ourselves to go through the process at our own pace.
Who Should Read It
This book would be beneficial to anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one, or is supporting someone through the grief journey.
It could also be helpful to mental health professionals who are working with people who have experienced loss.
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About Julia Samuel
Julia Samuel is a psychotherapist and the founder of the charity Grief Encounter.
She has been working in the field of bereavement for over 20 years and has written several books on the subject.
She has a wealth of experience in helping families cope with the death of a loved one and has a deep understanding of the grieving process.
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