"Good Grief" by Granger E. Westberg is a compassionate and insightful guidebook that offers practical wisdom and emotional support to individuals navigating the challenging journey of grief. Drawing on his experience as a pastor, hospital chaplain, and grief counsellor, Westberg provides readers with a roadmap for coping with loss and finding healing in the midst of sorrow.
Dare: The New Way to End Anxiety and Stop Panic Attacks by Barry McDonagh is a groundbreaking book that offers a fresh perspective on managing anxiety and overcoming panic attacks. McDonagh presents a unique approach that encourages individuals to embrace and "dare" their anxiety rather than trying to suppress or avoid it. With its practical strategies and empowering mindset, the book has become a valuable resource for those seeking relief from anxiety-related challenges.
Kristin Neff’s Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself is a transformative book that challenges the traditional emphasis on self-esteem and instead advocates for self-compassion as a more effective path to emotional resilience and well-being. Neff, a pioneering researcher on self-compassion, argues that treating ourselves with kindness—especially during times of failure or difficulty—leads to greater happiness, motivation, and inner strength. The book blends scientific research, personal anecdotes, and practical exercises to help readers cultivate self-compassion in their daily lives.
"The Adult Safeguarding Practice Handbook" by Kate Spreadbury serves as a comprehensive guide for professionals working in the field of adult safeguarding. The book provides practical advice, tools, and resources to support effective safeguarding practices and protect vulnerable adults from abuse and neglect.
The Burnout Society by Byung-Chul Han is a thought-provoking and insightful book that explores the phenomenon of burnout in contemporary society. Han argues that the prevalent culture of achievement, productivity, and constant self-optimisation has led to a state of exhaustion and burnout that permeates all aspects of life.
"On Grief and Grieving: Finding the Meaning of Grief Through the Five Stages of Loss" by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross and David Kessler is a seminal work that explores the complex and multifaceted experience of grief. Drawing on their extensive experience working with terminally ill patients and their families, Kübler-Ross and Kessler outline a framework for understanding the emotional journey of grief through the lens of five stages: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.