Summary

The book begins with discussing how good it feels to love someone or something. It then goes into people leaving because of divorce, a move or a death. Yet, when that person leaves it doesn't mean they don't love you or care for you or think about you. It also is sure to point out that it's no ones fault the person is no longer around. It explains that it is normal to feel sad, angry, lonely or scared but it is important not to hide those feelings but to express them. The book then goes on to explain how you can help yourself feel better: crying, talking to someone, asking for hugs, writing or drawing your feelings -- but most of all to be good to yourself.

Quotes

"Talking helps to get the feelings up and out of your body. When you talk about your feelings, you might feel as if you're setting them free."

"Remember… it is a good thing to let yourself feel the empty space in your life from losing someone you love. And know that love never really goes away, it stays with you forever!"

General Themes

Loss

What the Reviewer Liked

I like the way the author doesn't limit loss to just death but also acknowledges other losses like divorce and the loss of a pet. The overall message that you shouldn't bottle up your feelings is an important one as many people would rather hold feelings in then feel them and work through them which can only lead to more issues.

Writing Style

Author Qualifications

The author is a doctor and has written three other books.

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