Noel and Blair’s I Wasn’t Ready To Say Goodbye ranks
right up there with When Bad Things Happen To Good People to help people
deal with the sudden loss of a loved one. Particularly helpful is the degree of
permissiveness to grieve in one’s own unique way without regarding it as
pathological in a supportive and nonjudgmental way. It is informative and
practical, yet personal and warm. This book can be read by most who grief as it
has a welcoming and inviting style, while being solid enough for most
professionals who deal with the grieving to learn new aspects of the grieving
process. It is both practical and instructive, taking a developmental approach
to grieve with the understanding that one doesn’t simply "get over
it," but deals at various stages down the road. I particularly like the
sections devoted to children and to special occasions and challenges as these
are frequently overlooked in these kinds of books. I highly recommend it.

Edward S. Beck, Ed.D., Harrisburg, PA

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Categories: Grief, SelfHelp