A review of “Good Grief: A Companion for Every Loss” in 100 words by Catherine Stover
As someone who recently experienced a great loss, I can tell you there is a difference between receiving instruction and experiencing companionship. I prefer the second. Instead of being given a script or told how to grieve, I would rather see an account of the changes that come with loss from someone who has been there, who writes about what “we” feel rather than what “you” should feel. This book, first published in 1962, is written by a hospital chaplain who believes that people who wrestle honestly and openly with difficult feelings can come through the grieving process stronger than before.
I read this too. I thought it was a gentle nudge to guide one through the grief process. But what I really liked was that you could go to any relevant chapter to find what helped you best. The author acknowledges that we all go through the process differently. He provides a soft landing and hopefully, a way forward.