Opening Our Hearts Transforming Our Losses

Reading this in a group. It gets right to the point, makes you think deeply.

One of my most cherished books within my Al-Anon community

Read this book and went with the motion of emotion! So good, especially how it talks about how normal suggestions may not apply in grief and to be extra gentle and free.

This is what I needed to read as my son went down the dark hold of alcoholism. It taught me it is ok the grieve.

When I told a friend of mine in Al-Anon that I had ordered this book, she smiled a knowing smile and gently suggested to read it slowly, as it will "tear you up." I wasn't sure what she meant until I started reading it. I don't think I'd go as far as saying it "tore me up", but it does lay out things in a straightforward way that can make even ancient, old wounds feel very, very raw. The parts that mention having to morn for a family that didn't (and never will) exist were hard for me to read, for example, as that is a big issue for me at this point in my life. But I think a lot of us will relate to much of what's in here. For myself, I realized that I have to read it in "bite-sized pieces" and move to the next one when I'm ready.

The book was in even better shape than was advertised! And really quick shipping, too. I would definitely purchase from this seller again. The book itself looks to be an informative and well-written one. A friend highly recommended it since I just recently lost a loved one from complications from alcoholism.

Some recommended this book at an Al-Anon meeting. It's been very useful for helping me to process my grief. In 2020, I've experienced a great deal of losses and this book is allowing me to detach from my grief in a healthy way. It's a difficult book to read all at once. I find I can only read a few pages at a time due to its intensity. I've always enjoyed Al-Anon literature but this may be my favorite.

Looked for this and found it here. Best price and delivery was fast. Book in excellent condition

I had worked through this book about 6 years ago, and ordered it after a bereavement. It is intense, tears my heart open and sometimes I can only read a page at a time. I love it though.

I'm very pleased. The condition is immaculate.

It was in poor shape with lots of markings & notes.

a book i digest in small steps,,im comforted by e,,s & hope,,in letting go,,gentleness with myself & during my unknown period of grief that lies ahead

Excellent book, highly recommended