The art of grieving by Corinne Laan

There are many different types of grief, and this book looks at the spectrum of grief and healing. Loss of a relationship, loss of a loved one, losses come in different forms, as does self care and healing. Written by a former specialist nurse, natural healer and licensed acupuncturist and Traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, the book is full of tips, suggestions and advice on self care and rituals to aid healing. Starting with a discussion of what grief is and the different kinds of grief before moving into detail about how to use rituals for moving forward, the book then outlines rituals in different areas (release, gratitude, stillness and more), before listing recipes and different food for healing.

Perfect for those interested in learning how to perform meditation and rituals at home, with information about essential oils, materials required and guides through different rituals. Readers can find rituals ideal for a variety of different healing purposes, as well as information about how to set up the space. Useful for those experiencing loss and grief, with lots of tips and suggestions. The author uses their personal experience as well their training in medicine and alternative healing practices, guiding readers with gentleness to find peace and move towards healing.

Themes: Meditation, Self-Care, Grief, Loss, Rituals, Healing.

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