Can Anyone Tell Me?: Essential Questions about Grief and Loss

A leading grief expert answers some of the most frequently asked questions about grief and loss, offering hopeful real-world lessons.

If you've experienced the trauma of loss, you might find yourself struggling with the "whys" of grief: Why can't I remember anything? Why can't I sleep? Why do I feel angry and isolated? Why do I suddenly dislike my friends? Psychotherapist and grief specialist Meghan Riordan Jarvis shares a research-based resource filled with clinical insights and practical steps toward navigating loss with Can Anyone Tell Me?

"Though each experience is unique, we all grieve in our bodies," Meghan says. "By recognizing grief as a kind of trauma, we better understand why our mind and body respond in sometimes perplexing ways to loss." In this accessible guide, she answers the most frequently asked questions about the grieving process, offering hopeful lessons informed by neuroscience and biophysical science. Communicated in manageable bites and with profound real-world stories, it is structured as a series of questions broken into sections on the brain, body, emotions, sense of self, relationships, timeline expectations, and how to get the right support.

Grief and loss are an inevitable part of life. What you're going through is normal, and becoming grief informed will help you begin to feel less confused and alone. Whether you are currently grieving or are looking to support a loved one, here is help to uncover the answers to why and discover what you can do to help.

Author: Meghan Riordan Jarvis
Publisher: Sounds True
Published: 10/29/2024
Pages: 240
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d
ISBN: 9781649632593

About the Author
Meghan Riordan Jarvis, MA, LCSW, is a podcast host, TEDx speaker, and trauma-informed psychotherapist specializing in grief and loss. With 20 years of experience, she speaks on the importance of understanding grief and supporting grievers. Meghan hosts the popular blog and podcast Grief Is My Side Hustle and offers a free writing workshop, Grief Mates. She is also the author of End of the Hour, a memoir on trauma, loss, and healing. For more, visit meghanriordanjarvis.com.