Navigating Loss in a Time of Crisis

by Jules De Vitto

Overview

This book explores the many forms of loss that can happen in times of crisis. These losses can range from loss of business, financial security, routine, or structure, to the deeper losses of meaning, purpose or identity. The author draws on her background in transpersonal psychology, integrating spiritual insights and mindfulness practices to take the reader on a journey in which to help them navigate the stages of uncertainty that follow loss. The book provides several practical activities, guided visualization and meditations to cultivate greater resilience, courage and strength and also explores the potential to find greater meaning and purpose through times of crisis. The "Resilience Series" is the result of an intensive, collaborative effort of our authors in response to the 2020 coronavirus epidemic. Each volume offers expert advice for developing the practical, emotional and spiritual skills that you can master to become more resilient in a time of crisis.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781789046991
Publisher:	Changemakers Books
Publication date:	05/15/2020
Series:	Resilience Series
Pages:	80
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.22(d)

About the Author

Jules De Vitto is a Transpersonal coach and therapist who supports people through challenging life transitions and times of crisis. Her focus is on helping others find meaning and purpose through times of adversity. Over the years Jules has studied various forms of psychology, counselling, mindfulness, coaching and complementary approaches to healing. She holds an MSc in Transpersonal Psychology, Consciousness and Spirituality. Jules lived in Asia for eleven years and has integrated Eastern philosophy and modern day meditation practices into her work. She lives in London, where she offers workshops to assist people on their journey towards greater healing and transformation.

Table of Contents

Preface 1

Foreword 3

Introduction 4

Chapter 1 Resilience 8

What is Resilience?

What usually builds our Resilience? 10

Resilience during times of Crisis 12

Chapter 2 Loss and Endings 13

Grief 14

Stages of Grief 16

Chapter 3 Cultivating Emotional Awareness 21

Mindfulness Awareness

Holding Space for our Emotions 22

Mindfulness Practice 23

We are not our Stories 25

What are my beliefs?

Our Core Self 27

Practice: Connecting with our Core Self 28

Six Steps to Navigate Difficult Emotions 29

Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Nervous System 30

Disowned Emotions and the Shadow 33

Chapter 4 Compassion 36

Welcoming our Emotions with Compassion

Self-Compassion Meditation 38

Know Your Needs 39

Letting Go 42

Entering Flow 46

Balancing Being vs Doing 47

Chapter 5 Grounding 49

Grounding Ourselves

Meditation: Grounding and Connecting

Chapter 6 Finding Perspective 52

Acceptance of Impermanence

Finding Meaning and Purpose 53

Spiritual Transformation 55

Depression 57

Values

Gratitude 59

Conclusion 60