My Unexpected Journey: Reflections After Losing My Son to Suicide - Paperback

by Erin Blechman (Author), Sarah Teresa Nelsen (Illustrator)

A beautiful and heartfelt book by author, Erin Blechman. It is a raw and vulnerable glimpse into the author's grieving heart following the loss of her eldest son, Max, to suicide in 2020. The book chronicles the eighteen months following his death, and shares what the author has learned as she navigates life without her beloved son.

Key themes of the book:

• Mental Illness: Understanding its impact on individuals and families.
• Suicide Awareness: Breaking the silence and addressing the stigma.
• Crisis of Faith: Questioning the senseless death of a child.
• Grief and Loss: Navigating the emotional landscape after a devastating loss.
• Healing and Hope: Finding resilience and growth in the aftermath of tragedy.

The book is written as a series of journal entries and includes beautiful illustrations and family photos. You will be inspired by the authenticity and beauty of this book.

• Readers who have experienced their own loss will feel better understood and less alone in their grief journey. Parents who are coping with the loss of a child will relate to the author's story of losing her precious son and her healing journey.
• Clinicians can use this book as a valuable resource to gain a deeper perspective on grief and learn practical principles to apply with clients.
• Someone who is walking alongside a grieving friend will learn constructive tips on how to care well for the one who grieves.