Creative Grieving: A Hip Chick's Path from Loss to Hope

Grief is often perceived as a dark and lonely journey; as a result, it is a topic we avoid in today's society.¬ Within a 20-month period, Elizabeth Catignani endured the loss of her stillborn son and the subsequent death of her husband on active duty in Afghanistan. She found herself a 27-year-old widow whose life had been shattered. In this book, she shares the experiences, the wisdom, and even the joy she gathered on her journey from grief to hope.Creative Grieving offers support and encouragement while acknowledging that there is no "right" way to grieve. Elizabeth tells you about the emotions she experienced while grieving in an "instant gratification" society, the importance of self-nurturing, the balancing of grief and motherhood, the redefining of community and relationships, and the discovery of new passion and meaning.Her authentic account of grieving will empower you as you cope with loss. Along with Elizabeth's personal stories are pieces of "Hip Chick Wisdom" from a community of women , "Creative Hip Chick Ideas," and a list of helpful resources. By reading Elizabeth's story of vulnerability and courage, you will learn how to find your own creative way of moving through grief to hope-uncovering gifts along the way.

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Creative Grieving: A Hip Chick's Path from Loss to Hope

Grief is often perceived as a dark and lonely journey; as a result, it is a topic we avoid in today's society.¬ Within a 20-month period, Elizabeth Catignani endured the loss of her stillborn son and the subsequent death of her husband on active duty in Afghanistan. She found herself a 27-year-old widow whose life had been shattered. In this book, she shares the experiences, the wisdom, and even the joy she gathered on her journey from grief to hope.Creative Grieving offers support and encouragement while acknowledging that there is no "right" way to grieve. Elizabeth tells you about the emotions she experienced while grieving in an "instant gratification" society, the importance of self-nurturing, the balancing of grief and motherhood, the redefining of community and relationships, and the discovery of new passion and meaning.Her authentic account of grieving will empower you as you cope with loss. Along with Elizabeth's personal stories are pieces of "Hip Chick Wisdom" from a community of women , "Creative Hip Chick Ideas," and a list of helpful resources. By reading Elizabeth's story of vulnerability and courage, you will learn how to find your own creative way of moving through grief to hope-uncovering gifts along the way.

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Creative Grieving: A Hip Chick's Path from Loss to Hope

Creative Grieving: A Hip Chick's Path from Loss to Hope

by Elizabeth Catignani
Creative Grieving: A Hip Chick's Path from Loss to Hope

Creative Grieving: A Hip Chick's Path from Loss to Hope

by Elizabeth Catignani

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Grief is often perceived as a dark and lonely journey; as a result, it is a topic we avoid in today's society.¬ Within a 20-month period, Elizabeth Catignani endured the loss of her stillborn son and the subsequent death of her husband on active duty in Afghanistan. She found herself a 27-year-old widow whose life had been shattered. In this book, she shares the experiences, the wisdom, and even the joy she gathered on her journey from grief to hope.Creative Grieving offers support and encouragement while acknowledging that there is no "right" way to grieve. Elizabeth tells you about the emotions she experienced while grieving in an "instant gratification" society, the importance of self-nurturing, the balancing of grief and motherhood, the redefining of community and relationships, and the discovery of new passion and meaning.Her authentic account of grieving will empower you as you cope with loss. Along with Elizabeth's personal stories are pieces of "Hip Chick Wisdom" from a community of women , "Creative Hip Chick Ideas," and a list of helpful resources. By reading Elizabeth's story of vulnerability and courage, you will learn how to find your own creative way of moving through grief to hope-uncovering gifts along the way.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781938416330
Publisher: River Grove Books
Publication date: 07/02/2013
Pages: 204
Product dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.47(d)
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