Coping with grief and all that arises from it can feel like a constant cycle through challenges and changing emotions. Those who use our services often tell us that books addressing grief can provide comfort, understanding, and support during tough times. Whether you’re seeking understanding, solace, or narratives that resonate with your own journey through grief, explore these forthcoming titles on grief and bereavement (visit our ‘Books for Grief’ page to explore more books and recommendations from your fellow Loss Foundation Participants).
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Grief, Your Way: Living With Loss
by Gabriel Constans
“If you or someone you know, has, is or will be confronting the reality of loss (and who isn’t), you’ve come to the right place. You’ve come to the right place for clarity, understanding, love, and support. The time to start healing is now. The prescription for what is gnawing at your guts, weighing heavily on your mind and breaking your heart, is already written. I know you will find some of the ingredients you seek within these pages.” – Leti Aguilar Moses, Teacher & Parent.
Forget You Not: A Guided Grief & Keepsake Journal for Navigating Life Through Loss
by Brittany Desantis
Grief can leave us speechless, yet we may want to express the love we carry for those departed. This journal, crafted by Brittany DeSantis, an internationally acclaimed artist who found solace in creativity after her own loss, offers a gentle guide to explore and celebrate the lives of those who have passed.
Through evocative prompts, soothing mindfulness exercises, and ample space for memories, unveil the tapestry woven by your loved one.
🌱 Grow with our courses
Explore our courses – including Mental Health: Supporting Ourselves and the Grief Journey Workbook – on our dedicated Grief & Mental Health Training page.
God Is An Octopus: Loss, Love and a Calling to Nature
by Ben Goldsmith
Struggling to come to terms with the tragic passing of his teenage daughter, Iris, amidst the serene landscapes of their family farm in Somerset, Ben Goldsmith embarks on an emotional journey toward healing.
In the wake of Iris’s untimely departure in July 2019, Ben and his family grapple with the overwhelming grief that envelops them. Desperate for solace and meaning, Ben delves into the realm of rewilding.
Driven by an insatiable longing for his daughter and a desire to honour her memory, Ben immerses himself in the rhythms of nature that have always captivated him. Amidst the vast expanse of his farm, he discovers a sanctuary where he can confront his pain and find glimpses of hope amidst the shadows of loss.
You Gotta Get Up: Surviving the Loss of Your Child
by Lorraine Jones-Lawrence
Authored by a parent who’s experienced with the heart-wrenching journey of losing a child, this poignant story unveils a tapestry of emotions, experiences, and strategies for coping with unimaginable grief.
Rejecting the notion of a prescribed grieving path, this book delves into the intricate nuances of mourning, offering a compassionate understanding that speaks directly to newly bereaved parents. Through the prism of personal trials and shared narratives, readers are invited on a transformative odyssey, embracing the diversity of grieving styles and honouring the unique trajectory of each individual’s healing journey.
Photo by Valentin Antonini on Unsplash
🧠 Understand the ‘Stages’ of Grief
The idea of “stages” is one of the most widely recognised ways people make sense of grief – but it’s often misunderstood.
Our Stages of Grief page explains where the model came from, what the stages really mean, and how they can help (without implying grief follows a neat, linear path).
Explore the page to learn:
📘 What the Five Stages really are (and aren’t)
🧭 Why grief doesn’t follow a straight line
🌊 How emotions can come in waves
🧩 How different grief models may help you