First Steps Through Bereavement (First Steps Series) by Mayfield, Sue (2011) Paperback

by Sue Mayfield

Practical help written with empathy that is both suitable for those suffering from bereavement as well as their friends and loved ones Drawing on both personal and spiritual experiences, this guide provides expert advice and inspiration to coping with bereavement and moving on with your life in a more positive way. It covers the different stages of bereavement and tips to help the sufferer become more honest with themselves about the depth of their feelings. These two steps combine to provide the crucial gateway needed to help sufferers move beyond their loss and finally find a pathway towards acceptance.

Genres: Nonfiction

Paperback

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.