Healing Grief

Only she has the power to heal his heart… Freya Fletcher’s ambition to use her nursing skills abroad remains a distant dream while her father’s gambling debts eat into her measly savings. Bound by her job and family responsibilities, she grows desperate to find a way to escape. Nate Taylor is a man on the run, hiding from the life he left behind when he came to Wellington. Following a car accident at fourteen, he developed the ability to heal, but the memory of a boy he couldn’t save continues to haunt him. He doesn’t believe he deserves to be loved, but the gorgeous Freya ...

A reminder to look for the humanity in everyone we see. After suffering a devastating loss, Henry Thornwood, a former college professor, finds himself living in a homeless encampment in the Northwest. As he makes the rounds, extending kindness and cups of coffee to vulnerable members of the community, he meets Cindy Rhodes, a realtor and domestic abuse survivor, who is also running from a painful past. The two of them bond over their trauma and set out on a soulful journey. What follows is an unlikely love story that leads them to a commune along the Columbia River Gorge, the sanctuary they...

It shook me to my core, having composed and survived these one hundred reasons why. I’ve kept them a guarded secret, remaining unshared for many years, but the shame should’ve never been mine... These are my truths, and I sincerely hope that sharing them will help someone else struggling with grief in their healing from abuse. I encourage everyone with a story of their own to speak it, even if your voice is a whisper. Write it, even if your hand trembles and perspires while you do. There’s something incredibly powerful in knowing that you’re not alone, after all.

Immerse Yourself in the Raw and Transformative Verses of "Poetic Contemplation II" Dive into the immersive world of "Poetic Contemplation II," the much-anticipated sequel that transcends poetry, offering a profound journey through the author's own struggles and triumphs. This collection of free verse poetry is not just words on a page; it's a testament to resilience and a beacon for those seeking inspiration. Author Topher Pike bares his soul, sharing the real and raw experiences that have shaped his journey. As you delve into each poem, you'll be drawn into a world where every verse is a ...

Autumn whispered to the wind, “I fall but always rise again.” For a long time, tree sprite Scarlet Oak has watched autumn fall and rise in the same way amidst her forested society of sprites. Wingless and bound to live and die with her birth oak, Horace, she longs for a deeper existence. Then, in 1977, her world is shaken when an autistic boy wanders into her woodland and they share a soulful moment before he takes his life on her tree. Smis, a Grim Reaper, arrives to usher the boy’s spirit to the Dark, but Scarlet insists that the boy did not intend to die. In a rare show of mercy, ...

A heartwarming, emotional romance about a wounded veteran, a grieving nurse, and the love that gives them both a second chance. Daniel Reid came home from war with one leg, a lifetime of guilt, and no hope for the future. He checks into a coastal rehabilitation clinic expecting nothing more than routine care and quiet isolation. Olivia Carter is the nurse assigned to his case. She’s still grieving the loss of her fiancé and hiding behind professional smiles. But something about Daniel—his silence, his pain, his stubborn courage—pulls her in. What begins as guarded conversations and ...

Next Generation Indie Book Awards—Finalist, Spirituality USA Best Book of the Year —Finalist, Non-fiction Narrative Foreword Reviews' Indiefab Book of the Year —Finalist, Psychology If you are suffering from an intimate betrayal, you know. Betrayal inflicts a unique, unprecedented pain you can only comprehend once you have experienced it. It is stunning. It is mind-boggling. You feel at once enraged, panicked, bewildered; but, mostly, you hurt. Betrayal in love, especially, can be a make-or-break event that marks a cataclysmic divide in your life. It changes you. When you believe in ...

Bubbling Up A Poetic Journey Towards Growth and Renewal Excerpt from the poem Travalicare: "Ah, a sly one you are, Whispering from your hidden ledge. But here's the thing: I'm not that type of guy. I'm meant to fly, even without wings." What happens when life breaks you open? Bubbling Up is a powerful collection of poetry born from the raw depths of personal journaling. “We are not one story, but a universe of stories – shapeshifting constellations dancing between known and unknown, illuminating the courage to evolve, the freedom to explore, and the endless possibility of becoming.” -...

Sublime Funeral is a brief, serene, and powerful story about how family becomes support, guidance, and meaning. Beyond the loss that sets the journey in motion, what truly shines is the way familial bonds hold, structure, and dignify life, even in its most difficult moments. With sober and sensitive prose, G. G. Melies portrays the silent path of a community that needs no words to express the essential. In every gesture, in every shared glance, a way of being in the world is revealed: through presence, support, and care. Sublime Funeral is a delicate portrait of a culture where familial ...

Through the darkness of her life after her husband’s suicide, Author Athena C. Shack embarked on a journey to healing, wholeness and restoration. In this book, she answers the one question asked the most from others who are hurting: How do you get your life back after a tragedy, trauma or loss has compromised your faith, destroyed your peace and shaken your confidence in God? Using personal experience, biblical illustrations/revelations with an engaging and refreshing writing style this book will help you get through a dark place and grow spiritually from it. Grace for the Journey will ...

How does one heal from deep grief? This book inspires and motivates one who is on the healing journey of grief. Although these are "poems" they are not a random collection. There is a story-line here to follow; like a novel or non-fiction book--there is a beginning, middle, and end--a progression of thoughts and experiences that if read through can point in a direction of healing. Spiritual without being religious, courageous yet vulnerable, this poetic story of one woman's journey of healing will awaken you to synchronicities and a flow of connection to your loved one who has passed. ...

Healing Hearts: A Guide to Coping with Pet Loss tenderly navigates the depths of grief with compassion and insight for those mourning the loss of a beloved animal companion. Author Jameson Evan Salas shares his own experience, reminding us that it's normal to struggle, to ache, and to yearn for one more moment with our non-human.

Depression, anxiety, and other issues are some of the most common problems that people must overcome when they are going through the stages of grief. These symptoms can last for weeks, months, and even years. By practicing meditation, you can ease the emotions that are weighing you down so you can once again start living with a sense of peace.

If you're someone who's feeling lost, isolated and broken after the one you love just dumped you, walked out and didn't look back - MY HEART IS BROKEN. NOW WHAT? is written for you. Is your mind swirling with questions as to why they left? Are you anxious, depressed and feeling blindsided? Does it feel like your heart has been amputated? Are you numbing out to escape the pain? I've been there. Done that.This heartbreak recovery guide is for you if: You have a desire to allow yourself to grieve. You'd like to hear words from someone who knows your pain. You're looking for actionable tools ...

Rowan Davies has never liked Grayson Cole. He's arrogant, cocky, and was her fiercest competitor in law school. The only thing Grayson has is common with Rowan is their best friend Seth -- until Seth tragically dies in a car accident. Pushed together by their grief, Rowan and Grayson embark on a journey of closure, and find that love can grow even in the most barren of places, when you need it the most.

In Love Is Greater Than Pain, Marilyn shares her profound understanding of the afterlife. Today a renowned medium, Marilyn reveals the beauty in the transition from the physical to the spiritual plane, helping those who are dying, as well as those left behind. With personal stories and transcripts from channeling sessions, Marilyn teaches us how to interact with the afterlife and to joyfully embrace the reality that love truly is greater than pain.

When is it alright for a woman to call a child hers? What are the requirements? Do they only involve giving birth to a child or the legal adoption of one? What about love? I can only answer these questions for myself. Although I did not give birth to my two stepchildren or have a document making them legally mine, the love I feel for them is non-the-less real. As far as I’m concerned, they are my children. I don’t believe that I’m taking anything away from Janie, their biological mother, by saying that they are also mine; because, as I have tried to instill within all five of my ...

Personal non-fiction essay by author Bill D. Allen describing the events surrounding his mother's murder when he was a child. It covers the guilt of a survivor, and the changing perspective of that guilt as his own children grow and he sees his relationship with his mother in a new light.

Tragedy, Trauma, and Loss in Teens and Pre-Teens: Healing the Emotional Wounds In today’s complex world, teens and pre-teens are facing unprecedented challenges—ranging from school violence and bullying to social media pressure, family instability, and personal loss. This updated and compassionate guide by Dr. Richard L. Travis offers parents, guardians, and educators a roadmap to understanding how young people experience trauma and how to support their emotional healing. With real-life examples, up-to-date research, YouTube and TED Talk links, and practical tools, this book explores: ...

Regina Hartley has had enough. The demands of life have taken a toll on her and, no longer feeling equipped to endure the strain, she decides to end it all in watery surrender. But instead of drowning to death, she finds herself being revived on shore by a concerned, handsome stranger. After saving her, the stranger refuses to leave her alone. Regina realizes she doesn’t mind his attention and finds herself more interested in what else life has to offer overall. But after saving her spirit, will the handsome stranger eventually disappear? Gabriel finds himself in the right place at the ...