You Gotta Get Up

HOPE AND HEALING FOR GRIEVING PARENTS

Dive into the profound exploration of resilience with 'You Gotta Get Up - Surviving the Loss of Your Child.' This deeply moving account, penned by a parent intimately acquainted with the heart-wrenching loss of a child, unveils a tapestry of emotions, experiences, and coping strategies.

Rejecting the notion of a linear grieving process, the book delves into the intricate nuances of grief, offering a compassionate understanding that resonates with newly bereaved parents. Through the lens of personal tribulations and shared stories, readers embark on a transformative journey, embracing the diversity of grieving styles and the individuality of the healing journey. Beyond merely acknowledging the pain, this narrative equips readers with invaluable tools to:
Recognize signs of grief,
Discern the right time for professional help,
Cultivate self-care practices.
'You Gotta Get Up' is more than a book; it's a guiding light illuminating the path toward acceptance and hope. In these pages, grieving parents discover a community of survivors, a wealth of wisdom, and a testament to the human spirit's extraordinary resilience in the face of unimaginable loss.

About the Author

Lorraine Jones-Lawrence is a leading advocate for grieving children in Jamaica. Over the past two decades, she has organized several seminars and workshops to sensitize educators and professional caregivers to the complexities of childhood grief. This book is inspired by her journey after the death of her beloved son, Andre. Drawing on her experiences and her training in bereavement support, she offers guidance and comfort to those navigating the challenging path of parental grief. She is a member of the Association for Death Education and Counseling (ADEC).