| Description |
178 pages ; 19 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 168-175). |
| Summary |
The author, a theologian, shares her selections of inspirational writings from Henri Nouwen, Thomas Merton and others, along with her own struggles with depression and migraines. |
| Contents |
My own long night -- Companions on the road -- God suffers with us -- Carrying on until you can't carry on any more -- Learning to pray when prayer hurts -- Prayer and the body -- Monsters under the bed -- A safe place to cry while you learn how not to cry -- Darkness and light -- Coping mechanisms -- Finding your people (and losing them) -- Finding your people online -- Finding your true calling -- Depression lies -- My own fatal flaw -- Wanting to die -- Loving someone in pain -- Finding real-life community again -- Epilogue: What you have gained, you have gained. |
| Subject |
Kantrowitz, Jessica -- Mental health.
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Depressed persons -- Prayers and devotions.
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Depressed persons -- Meditations.
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| ISBN |
1506456642 (hardcover) |
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9781506456645 (hardcover) |
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9781506456652 (eBook) |
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