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H. Norman WrightB&H Books / 2004 / Trade PaperbackOur Price$3.494.9 out of 5 stars for Experiencing Grief. View reviews of this product. 54 Reviews
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JudiDublin, GeorgiaAge: Over 65Gender: Female5 Stars Out Of 5Experiencing GriefMarch 13, 2019JudiDublin, GeorgiaAge: Over 65Gender: FemaleQuality: 5Value: 5Meets Expectations: 5My precious handicapped son of 49 years went to Heaven the first of October 2018. He functioned on a 3 month infant level due to an intentionally inflicted head injury by his biological father when he was 2 1/2 months old. He was a perfect joy and I miss him terribly. This is the only book that I read that put my feelings into words-----it is extraordinary. The author understands grief like no one I'm aware of. It is comforting beyond words. I ordered 4 books to have on hand when the need arises. Without hesitation, I would recommend this book to a person who is suffering through grief.
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grandma roseCalif.Age: Over 65Gender: Female5 Stars Out Of 5Very encouragaingAugust 22, 2014grandma roseCalif.Age: Over 65Gender: FemaleQuality: 5Value: 5Meets Expectations: 5"Experiencing Grief" was very encouraging. Mr. Wright speaks from his own personal experiences as a caregiver, and also about losing a spouse. I appreciated the explanation of emotions that happen during grief... that it is a process (a journey). He gives permission to take the time you need to go through this journey, but always moving forward. He also covers the emotions of those who have lost a spouse suddenly. Unless you've experienced this type of grief, it's not possible to comfort another. I have given this booklet to friends who have lost their spouses. It is an easy read, not overwhelming, and was very helpful.
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lelaNew York NYAge: 55-65Gender: female5 Stars Out Of 5Experiencing Grief: ExcellentMarch 3, 2022lelaNew York NYAge: 55-65Gender: femaleQuality: 5Value: 5Meets Expectations: 5Dr wright does a great job of explaining the grief process, especially the back and forth emotions that accompany the grieving process(e.g., You find yourself sobbing suddenly when you think that the acute stage has passed.)
There is often societal pressure to focus on the positive while the person left behind experiences a gamut of emotions
He also discusses so called 'negative' emotions that the griever may be ashamed and reluctant to share: A few examples include:
Anger at the deceased for leaving those left behind to cope alone. This is exacerbated if the deceased death is directly linked to specific behaviors( smoking, speeding,etc)
Relief that the sick person is no longer suffering can also be accompanied by relief that the caregiver is no longer burdened with financial worries, physical strain and anxiety.
Regret that the death cancels any chance to correct a poor relationship with the deceased. This is especially true if the death is sudden without a chance to say goodbye
Mixed emotions after the death of a spouse who has been verbally or physically abusive. The surviving spouse has never shared this with anyone and is reluctant to do so now.
Fear of disapproval or rejection by family if these or other emotions are shared. Everyone needs a trustworthy friend who will listen and support.
This is a small book but very insightful and comforting to anyone whonis grieving.
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John Crawford5 Stars Out Of 5Best book on the subject...March 18, 2015John CrawfordQuality: 5Value: 5Meets Expectations: 5I possess many books on this topic. As a minister and counselor this topic is a tough one. Dr. Wright has compacted into this small book the finest and wisest Biblical counsel that I have found in any book....
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ZiggySomers, NYAge: 55-65Gender: female5 Stars Out Of 5A ComfortApril 14, 2014ZiggySomers, NYAge: 55-65Gender: femaleQuality: 5Value: 5Meets Expectations: 55 months ago I endured a significant loss and as you can imagine, I am having a hard time. I did not give the word "grief" to the process I am going through until recently and realized that what I was going through would occur over a protracted period of time. This book helps to let you know a few things; that you are normal and not loosing your mind, that this is a normal process given a loss, each person grieves in different ways and lengths of time and the characteristics of the process. While it's focus is the death of a loved one, the concepts apply to any loss. My advice to anyone grieving is to allow it to occur; don't put on a happy face or act like there is nothing wrong to make others around you comfortable. You will hurt and it will ebb and flow but over time it will become less intense and you will move toward wellness. God bless....
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