A Widow's Guide to Healing: Support and Strategies for Widows Navigating Grief (Gentle Support and Advice for the First 5 Years)

Meekhof L.M.S.W., Kristin; Windell M.A., James

ISBN 10: 1492620599 / ISBN 13: 9781492620594

Published by Sourcebooks (edition Illustrated), 2015

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Widow's Guide to Healing: Support and Strategies for Widows Navigating Grief (Gentle Support and Advice for the First 5 Years)
• Publisher: Sourcebooks (edition Illustrated)
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1492620599
• ISBN 13: 9781492620594
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: Illustrated.
• Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis

"Kristin Meekhof's journey is both inspiring and courageous and something we can all learn from." ―Dr. Deepak Chopra

An inspiring, accessible, and empowering grief book for widows on how to navigate the unique challenges of widow grief and create a hopeful future.

Are you a widow searching for solace and guidance as you navigate the challenging journey of grief and healing after the loss of your partner or spouse? This heartfelt and empowering book offers gentle support and invaluable advice to help you find strength, find hope, and embrace life once again. Kristin Meekhof, a licensed social worker who lost her husband to cancer, shares her personal journey and expertise to provide compassionate guidance through the first five years of widowhood.

You'll find: 

• Comprehensive Support: You'll find practical tools, emotional support, and insightful advice tailored to each stage of your healing process.
• Gentle Approach: This guide acknowledges the unique experiences of widows and offers a compassionate and understanding voice.
• Expert Insights: Benefit from the wisdom of experts in various fields, including grief counseling, psychology, and self-care.
• Resilience and Empowerment: Take control of your healing journey with practical strategies to navigate the challenges of raising children, handling finances, and rebuilding a fulfilling life.
• Essential Topics: Explore self-care practices, navigate legal and financial matters, find support networks, manage stress and anxiety, and embrace new possibilities with confidence and resilience.

Whether you are a recently widowed person or further along in your journey, A Widow's Guide to Healing is an essential companion that will empower you to heal, find purpose, and embrace the beauty of life once again.

"Thanks for writing such a thoughtful book . . . I wish it was there when I was widowed at 41." ―Katie Couric

"Inspiring and insightful." ―Maria Shriver

About the Author

KRISTIN MEEKHOF, MSW, is a regular contributor to The Huffington Post, MariaShriver.com, WomenThatSoar, and others. Widowed at a young age, she can speak from experience on the unique and unforeseen challenges of widowhood. Currently, she is doing social work in Kenya until January 2015.