Surviving the Death of a Sibling: Living Through Grief When an Adult Brother or Sister Dies
Posted by Admin on December 23rd, 2009 at 02:08am
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“If уου οr someone уου lονе hаѕ experienced thе death οf аn adult sibling, thеn bυу thіѕ book. Wray іѕ a captivating ѕtοrу teller whο weaves ѕtοrіеѕ οf herself аnd many οthеr sibling grievers tο bring clarity аnd understanding tο thе complex process οf sibling grief. Insightful, consoling, аnd filled wіth helpful, proactive steps designed tο hеlр surviving siblings cope wіth thеіr devastating loss, Surviving thе Death οf a Sibling іѕ a “mυѕt read” fοr еνеrу surviving sib…
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3 Comments for Surviving the Death of a Sibling: Living Through Grief When an Adult Brother or Sister Dies
1. Itzel | December 23rd, 2009 at 2:09 am
I lost my 26-year-old little brother suddenly 2-21-05. Sick with saddness I was searching and searching for online help. I found this book through Wray’s website. It is so helpful. I cry everyday, but now I know others weep too. It has eased me into my new life. Josh is not just a memory…he is my brother. My new life isn’t filled with the joy he brought, but it is laced with the times we shared. If you have lost a brother or sister…you need this book…you really do.
2. Anonymous | December 23rd, 2009 at 4:53 am
When I first read this book my own brother and only sibling had been dead for many years. During the course of those years I had read every grief book I could find, yet not one spoke directly to me or my situation like Dr. Wray’s book. As I read her book I was amazed at how her feelings following the death of her brother so paralleled my own feelings following the death of my brother. Losing a sibling is one of life’s greatest, and often, unrecognized losses. Although nothing can take away the sadness and the sense of unfairness that we feel when our brother or sister dies, Dr. Wray’s words help us to understand that we are not alone in our sorrow. Comfort comes from the knowledge that others share our pain, and as the book conveys, we, as surviving siblings are forever connected. Dr. Wray truly captures the essence of sibling loss and provides a framework for the stages of grief that a bereaved person typically goes through after the death of a loved one. I was captivated by the experiences of other surviving siblings whose stories are so beautifully woven by Dr. Wray throughout the book. Each chapter ends with a “What Helps” section containing many straightforward and practical suggestions for coping with grief. There is an excellent resource list at the end of the book. In addition to recommending the book to other bereaved siblings, I have also recommended it to anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one. This book will be a treasure to all those who are suffering through grief!
3. Fico | December 23rd, 2009 at 6:39 am
This is a must read for everyone! Although I have not lost a sibling, I happened upon this book after my cousin died. Through her own story, Dr. Wray helped me to understand what her sisters were going through and how I could help support them in their own personal loss. I keep a few copies at hand to give to friends and acquaintances that have lost siblings. Time after time, I am thanked for having recognized and validated their pain. And time after time the response I receive from those who have read the book is “FINALLY someone understands what I am experiencing.” Dr. Wray’s book has not only helped me to become a more empathetic person, it has given comfort and guidance to those suffering a tremendous loss.
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