ABC's of Healthy Grieving
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Harold Ivan Smith Books
Harold Ivan Smith is a distinguished national speaker and author whose work delves deeply into the complexities of grief and loss. With a career spanning over three decades as a counselor and grief educator, he has trained thousands of professionals and lay caregivers. His writing and presentations are lauded for their insightful guidance through the grieving process and their ability to foster healing. Smith is also an authority on the griefs experienced by American Presidents and First Ladies, exploring how those in leadership navigated profound personal loss.
Exploring the aftermath of suicide, the book delves into the profound grief experienced by friends and family. Harold Ivan Smith offers a compassionate perspective on how survivors can navigate their spiritual lives while grappling with the stigma surrounding suicide. He prompts readers to reflect on the impact of such loss on faith and spirituality, aiming to provide guidance and understanding in the healing process.
Borrowed Narratives
Using Biographical and Historical Grief Narratives With the Bereaving
- 299 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Significant grief experiences have profoundly influenced the lives of notable figures such as Dexter King, Condoleezza Rice, and Eleanor Roosevelt, among others. Their personal stories of loss reveal how grief can shape character and impact public life. The book explores these narratives, highlighting the resilience and transformation that often arise from such experiences, ultimately connecting their journeys to broader societal themes.
Eleanor Roosevelt is celebrated not only for her role as a first lady and social activist but also for her profound and inclusive spirituality. Influenced by her early readings of the New Testament, she developed a Jesus-centered faith that inspired her relentless advocacy for civil rights, women's rights, and the marginalized in society. This exploration highlights the often-overlooked spiritual dimensions of her life and how they intertwined with her commitment to social justice.
Exploring the concept of friendgrief, this book presents a theoretical and clinical framework while featuring personal stories from notable figures such as Elton John, Diane Sawyer, and Bill Clinton. Through vignettes, it delves into the emotional complexities and societal implications of losing friends, highlighting the unique experiences and coping mechanisms of these well-known individuals. The insights provided aim to deepen the understanding of grief beyond traditional relationships, emphasizing the significance of friendship in the grieving process.