“After the death of a loved one, you may be tempted to view grief’s pain, suffering, and darkness as something completely negative or even a curse or punishment,” writes Donna MacLeod. However, within this darkness exists opportunity for personal change and growth as one navigates the healing process. MacLeod offers readers ways to tailor this process to their own needs in sections titled: Be aware of how grief’s darkness affects you, Don’t be afraid to sit with darkness awhile, Deal with loneliness when you’re ready, and Consider what might help you get moving again.

By Donna MacLeod