First Steps Through Bereavement

by Sue Mayfield

Being bereaved can leave you with a whole range of emotions. You may feel paralyzed; you may feel angry; you will almost certainly feel sad. However it affects you it will be difficult, and you will need help, which is precisely what this book offers: simple, compassionate help. From the shock of discovering death to the practicalities of life afterwards, First Steps Through Bereavement is an indispensable guide through the process of mourning a loved one. With useful sections on funerals, continuing to function, staying healthy, dealing with emotions, how to remember your love one, and more, it will help you negotiate your way through grief. It also includes invaluable advice for close friends and relatives supporting others, including children who have been bereaved.

Genres: Nonfiction

114 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 22, 2011

About the author

Sue Mayfield has written eight novels for young adults including 'I Carried You on Eagles’ Wings', 'Blue' and 'Damage'. Her first historical novel 'Hill of the Angels' will be published in June 2016. Many of her stories are about young people overcoming difficulties and explore themes of loss, friendship and forgiveness. She is currently working on a story about the healing relationship between a girl and a horse. As well as fiction, Sue has written two non-fiction books about bereavement. Originally a teacher, and now a professional counsellor, Sue facilitates other people’s writing in a wide range of places including schools, museums, hospitals and GP practices. She is particularly interested in the relationship between words and health and helps people ‘write themselves well’ in her private practice ‘finding words’ and at Maggie’s Centre, Cheltenham.. She is currently writer in residence for 'Beyond Words' a joint project for young people organised by Cheltenham Festival and Gloucestershire Hospitals Education Service.

Reviews

[JD Veer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pretty simple. Interesting and some good stuff.

My summary : People react in any possible way and it's OK. Leave room for people to express themselves and look at their pain. Encourage them to go out with you, but don't force them or tell how they should feel. Keep helping even months/years after cause it never really ends, though it gets easier to invest back in life.