Hope Edelman is an internationally acclaimed author whose work delves into the profound themes of early loss and motherhood. Her writing is characterized by deep introspection and empathy as she explores the complexities of grief, recovery, and the search for meaning after loss. Through her essays and lectures worldwide, Edelman has become a voice for those navigating similar experiences, offering solace and understanding through her incisive literary explorations of human resilience.
Any woman whose mother has died at an early age will agree that her life has been irrevocably altered. This book examines the profound effect this loss has on a woman's identity, personality and life choices. Based on original research, the book interweaves the author's own story with those of many other women to show how growing up without a mother continues to affect their present relationships, and most importantly, themselves.
An invaluable and unique resource filled with empathy, wisdom, and constructive ideas for those affected by loss and tragedy. Dr. Shelley Gilbert MBE, Founder and President of Grief Encounter, praises Hope Edelman for seamlessly blending personal anecdotes with scientific insights, reminding us that we are not alone in our grief. As the author of the seminal Motherless Daughters, Edelman continues to transform our understanding of loss in her latest work. Grief is a journey we all may face, and questions arise: How long does grieving last? When will we feel 'normal' again? Edelman, an acclaimed grief coach and New York Times bestselling author, emphasizes that loss is not something to simply overcome or move past. Instead, she shares her own experiences of early bereavement and insights from interviews with others who have lost loved ones. This guidance helps us learn to live with grief long-term, accepting it as an integral part of our lives that shapes our thoughts, choices, hopes, and fears. Offering advice on processing loss, regaining balance, and finding new purpose, Edelman reassures us that while grieving can be a lifelong journey, it doesn't have to be a lifelong struggle.
"Dojímavý, srozumitelný a zasvěcený pohled na celoživotní následky ztráty matky." - San Francisco Chronicle. Hope Edelmanová vychází ze svého vlasntího příběhu a odhaluje specifické úzkosti a přání, které při výchově svých dětí zakoušejí matky, když jim schází pomoc žijící mateřské průvodkyně. Zkoumá volby, které jako rodiče dělají, jejich nečekaná vítězství i strachy, od počátečního rozhodnutí mít dítě, skrze těhotenství, přes porodnici až k rokům, kdy děti vychovávají. Kniha je obohacena o hlasy matek samotných, je naplněna praktickými pohledy a radami zkušených profesionálů, je podložena obdivuhodně rozsáhlým výzkumem a je svěže napsaná. Poskytuje tak matkám bez matek rady a podporu, které chtějí a potřebují. Volné pokračování knihy Dcery bez matek.