I Don T Know What To Say

An understanding of the dying process and ways of dealing with the emotional experience are explored by a British oncologist. Topics include talking and listening, and the function of grief.

What to say for any occasion. Choose the message and scripture that suit the situation best, or use the sentiments to spark your own creative message.

The magic of questions -- How to ask magical questions -- Managing your workload -- Satisfying bosses -- Surviving plateaus, layoffs, and firings -- Getting promotions and raises -- Dealing with difficult employees -- Working together -- Responding to ideas of others -- Selling your ideas -- Pleasing tough customers -- Resolving conflict -- Running meetings -- Attending meetings -- Negotiating -- Being interviewed for a job -- Interviewing job applicants -- Presenting on the podium -- Resolving ethical dilemmas -- Handling criticisms and complaints -- Responding to a changing world.

We are all on a journey in this life. For some, it seems like the path we are on is smooth sailing, no hindrances, and no major events to be concerned about. But for many others, the road has not been smooth. There have been some bumps, potholes, roadblocks, street closures, and even diversions. There have been so many events in their lives: death, life-threatening illnesses, and job loss. They seem to happen one after the other, or while we are in the middle of one crisis, another one is occurring. It is at this point, for many, and after much prayer for and over the situation, that we throw up our hands and say, aEURoeGod, I donaEUR(tm)t know what to say right now.aEUR On lifeaEUR(tm)s journey, we are either entering, going through, or coming out of a wilderness. The necessary weapon for warfare on that journey is prayer. It is the conversation that we have with God where we cry out for help from the pains we feel inside and echo the pleas of the desires of our hearts. Yet there are times when we donaEUR(tm)t know what to say; we are at a loss for words. In this book, we explore prayer in and through our wilderness moments. We look at tools and practices that can increase and improve our conversations with God, especially when we are struggling to find the right words to say as we go through the many events that can happen in our lives.

A collection of poems.

This unique gift book is a reminder that whatever someone may be going through, they always deserve flowers. When it's the most difficult to find the right words, we turn to flowers to express our compassion and care. This book is like a bouquet of flowers in book form. Based on Tucker Nichols's celebrated multimedia art project entitled Flowers for Sick People, this book gathers vibrant floral paintings and pairs them with poetic dedications that pay tribute to a kaleidoscope of human experiences, from acts of unsung heroism to mundane moments of everyday beauty: “Flowers for Anyone Currently Eating a Cinnamon Bun in a Hospital Cafeteria,” “Flowers for the Last Time You Laughed So Hard It Hurt,” “Flowers for Spectacular Failures,” and more. Deeply relatable and equal parts heart-wrenching and humorous, this book is a comfort and encouragement in any moment and a salve for the loneliness that can come in life's toughest times. INSPIRING PROJECT: PBS NewsHour spotlighted Tucker Nichols and his art for spreading kindness and connection during the isolating years of the pandemic. After inviting the public to submit names and addresses of their loved ones with illnesses, Nichols created and mailed original flower paintings to hundreds of requesters. This ongoing multimedia project evolved into the larger Flowers for series, which pays tribute to the vast array of moments and experiences that may be easy to overlook. ACCLAIMED ARTIST: Along with his multimedia art and health projects, Tucker Nichols also sculpts and makes art for publication. His work has been published in McSweeney's, The New Yorker, and the op-ed pages of the New York Times and exhibited in hospitals, art centers, and fine art museums across the globe. MEANINGFUL GIFT BOOK: This beautiful hardcover is like a bouquet of flowers, a caring gift not just in times of sickness, loneliness, and grief but whenever a loved one could use a little support or a thoughtful surprise. Full of colorful artwork and poetic text that speaks to all that we have to be grateful for—even when it's difficult—this book can be gifted in gratitude or sympathy to family and friends or to yourself as an act of self-care. Perfect for: Fans of Tucker Nichols and public art projects like Flowers for Sick People People looking for uplifting encouragement and sympathy gifts Friends and family experiencing chronic illnesses, grief, or depression Anyone who could use some flowers and words of affirmation Minimalist poetry lovers and fans of Rupi Kaur, Yung Pueblo, and Morgan Harper Nichols

I just lost my job. My mom died of cancer. My best friend was in a serious accident. When a family member, friend, neighbor, or coworker is in pain, he or she needs your support—even if you’re not sure what to do. Trusted Christian counselor Norm Wright offers this easy-to-follow handbook on how to respond to others during and after crises. As part of a national team that provides grief counseling following tragedies—including recent shootings and September 11—Norm knows firsthand what works when giving comfort. Along with discovering how you can respond in difficult situations, this straightforward guide will help you: understand the confusion and emotions the person will experience decide what to say and what not to say choose what you can do immediately and long-term give encouragement during depression and grief provide biblical wisdom for helping the person cope and live on Sensitive, practical, and specific, this handy reference includes information you need to be supportive and point to God as the ultimate healer.