Reflection's of a Grieving Spouse

by H. Norman Wright

When author and counselor H. Norman Wright's beloved wife, Joyce, passed away, he grieved the loss of his partner and the life they shared. Even in his state of sorrow, he knew he had to find a way to live without Joyce, to forge a hopeful path, and to move forward in God's grace and strength. With vulnerability and emotional insight, Norm shares from his deeply personal journey and illuminates the way back to living when someone you love is gone. Readers who have lost their spouse will discover support and guidance as they
work through anger, including anger at God, to ease toward God's peace move away from denial and "what ifs" to move forward allow memories to provide comfort without getting stuck in the past create a healthy new, daily routine to care for themselves turn their new identity and life over to God's leading and mercy
This tender and inspirational book will help any reader who is grieving or who is walking alongside a grieving friend.

Genres: Grief

First published January 1, 2009

About the author

H. Norman Wright is a well-respected Christian counselor who has helped thousands of people improve their relationships and deal with grief, tragedy, and other concerns. He helps couples bring vibrancy to their relationships through counseling, seminars, and more than 90 books, including Before You Say “I Do” and After You Say “I Do.” Norm also reveals insights for spiritual growth, great relationships, and success in devotionals that include Strong to the Core, Quiet Times for Every Parent, and Truly Devoted: What Dogs Teach Us About Life, Love, and Loyalty. www.hnormanwright.com

Reviews

[Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an essential guide for widows and widowers. No aspect of grief is omitted or glossed over. It is helpful for one coping with death, whether it has been prolonged or sudden. It helps the survivor makes sense of his/her feelings.

[Jeannie Trickett · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent book for someone who is grieving the loss of a spouse. H. Norman Wright is a grief counselor/expert and recently lost his own wife. He writes in a very compassionate, sensitive way. The book includes his own personal journal writings which I could relate to very well, along with questions to answer at the end of each chapter to help sort out your own thoughts and feelings. There were also some very good suggestions for things to do (example:writing a letter to your loved one) to help as you go through this hard time. I highly recommend it.

[Delane]

After losing my husband of nearly 48 years to cancer, this is a great read.

[Mary Kenyon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm on my fourth copy of this wonderful book because I keep giving copies away. Highly recommended for anyone who has lost a spouse.

[Maryann · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'll probably refer back to this book many times.