Can someone recommend and book on dealing with the loss of a brother?

Question

Basically I'm looking for a book that can help me cope with the loss of my brother.

Answer 1

I really am sorry for your loss. I too just lost a brother. I know of no book that will help you with the lose. I try to think of all the good times we had together.I pray for God to help me. It takes a lot of courage to just let go and depend on close friends and perhaps your Church to walk with you. God be with you. Your in my prayers

Answer 2

Recovering from the Loss of a Sibling    Katherine Fair Donnelly    NF Numerous stories from the lives of bereaved siblings. The author points out the similarities found in sibling loss, whatever the age of the bereaved.

Shadows in the Sun : The Experiences of Sibling Bereavement in Childhood

by Betty Davies    NF

The grief of surviving siblings is an individual journey that does not fit well into the widely accepted descriptions of grief "stages."

"This book  covers the immediate, short-term, and long-term responses to the death of a brother or sister in childhood and adolescence. It also describes the subsequent generational effects of sibling bereavement. Although the book is intended for professional caregivers, surviving siblings can learn much about themselves from a careful reading of this book. The final chapter brings together all that has gone before into a comprehensive model of sibling bereavement. Practical guidelines are offered for those who seek to help grieving siblings, children, and families."

I lost my brother too ,please take care and talk  with your family, pray,and please continuos to live your life !

good luck! and god bless you.

Answer 3

I do not intend to be rude, but do you honestly think a book can help you deal with the loss of your brother ? I have got a little brother and a little sister and i know that if either of them died, a book would be my last resort. Do not get me wrong, i am not saying that you should not turn to a book, i am just trying to say that personally, i do not think a book will help you. Although, if you feel that it would, then that is fine. Just do not get your expectations up too much. Do you know what i think would help ? Talking to someone you love and trust. Discussing all the good memories you had with you brother. Everyone griefs differently so only you will know what is going to help you. My friend died a couple of months ago and i find that it helps to talk about him. I feel that by talking about him, i am keeping his memory alive. Although, some people prefer not to discuss a loved ones death. Like i said, everybody will grief in a different way.

P.S: I am sorry for your loss ( The reason i have left that to last and only said it once is because when my mate died, i got really annoyed with people constantly saying it )