The Empty Chair: Handling Grief on Holidays and Special Occasions

by Zonnebelt-Smeenge, Susan J. R. N., Ed D.
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ISBN: 9780801063770
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Overview

Losing a loved one--whether a spouse, parent, child, sibling, or friend--leaves people feeling overwhelmed and hopeless. Holidays and other special occasions seem to intensify the pain. Whether the occasion is Christmas or Easter, a birthday or anniversary, these celebrations force the bereaved to again face the reality of a loved one's absence.

Susan Zonnebelt-Smeenge and Robert C. De Vries know firsthand the sorrow of bereavement: Both lost a spouse. Yet as they faced their pain and gleaned insights from their professions--Susan is a psychologist, Robert, a minister--they found renewed richness on special days that once brought heartache.

In The Empty Chair, the authors share a comforting blend of emotional support, spiritual guidance, and personal experience to help readers honor their loved one on important days. Those who support the bereaved--mental-health professionals, pastors, funeral home staff, and others--will also appreciate this book for its reflective yet practical approach.

  • Format: TradePaperback
  • Author: Zonnebelt-Smeenge, Susan J. R. N., Ed D.
  • ISBN: 9780801063770
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 7.00 x 0.27
  • Number Of Pages: 96
  • Publication Year: 2001

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