{"product_id":"why-i-dont-wear-high-heels-when-grieving-musings-on-loss-hope-and-resilience-9798993694405","title":"Why I Don't Wear High Heels When Grieving: Musings on Loss, Hope, and Resilience","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhy I Don't Wear High Heels When Grieving is a down-to-earth guide to coping with loss that examines grief with a wide lens to include death, but also non-death losses such as chronic illness, job changes, frayed relationships, infertility, financial struggles, and stressful situations. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith an unexpectedly cheeky tone, author Cheryl Amari draws upon her personal experiences and her work as a bereavement specialist to present contemporary research and grief theories through examples, real-life stories, and illustrations. In this eye-opening book, the nuances of grief are explored in a life-affirming, hopeful, and even entertaining manner. Topics covered include: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern theories that go beyond the \"five stages of grief\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferences between grief and depression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow grief affects our bodies, minds, behaviors, spiritual life, and social connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy an attitude of gratitude may be more detrimental than helpful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe role that gender, societal expectations, and other factors play in our reactions to loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolitics and social justice in grief\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeaningful rituals that aid in the healing process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheryl uses candor and wit to debunk myths and emphasize that grieving well is the key to living well. A unique three-step approach with practical strategies helps readers deal with any type of loss. Summarizing statements and insightful reflection prompts at the end of each chapter encourage a deeper understanding of grief and greater self-awareness. Readers discover that even in the midst of doubt and despair, there is a path forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAmari, Cheryl:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Cheryl Amari, M.A., C.T., is a bereavement specialist, educator, and hospice volunteer. She holds a Master's degree in Pastoral Counseling and is Certified in Thanatology from the Association for Death Education and Counseling. She is also a member of the Hospice Foundation of America.","brand":"Cheryl Amari","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52038929613074,"sku":"9798993694405","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_da9e65b9-c0b5-4029-83bc-e89db9cdc980.jpg?v=1771341941","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/why-i-dont-wear-high-heels-when-grieving-musings-on-loss-hope-and-resilience-9798993694405","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}