Author Description

<b><i>Drawing On Grief</i> is a uniquely creative journal and mindful keepsake which draws on the soothing therapeutic power of drawing and creativity to help people navigate the pain of bereavement.</b><br><br>In this moving book of <b>self-help through art therapy</b>, author Kate Sutton draws on her own experiences of losing a loved one to help others on this<b> difficult journey</b>, presenting guided creative prompts as well as memories of her own and quotes from others on the painful topic of loss.<br><br>By guiding readers through <b>creative exercises</b> from drawing fond memories together to creating an ocean of tears with colouring pencils, this book helps people <b>visualise the pain they are going through</b>, so as to better understand and navigate their grief.<br><br>The book also contains <b>written prompts</b> such as writing a letter to yourself and to your loved one, designed to <b>help people express the difficult emotions</b> which bereavement brings.<br><br>Part self-help book, part memoir, <i>Drawing On Grief</i> emphasizes<b> the importance of self-care in the grieving process</b>, allowing people to explore their own feelings through creative mediums, which can often be easier than trying to express feelings directly.<br><br><b>A modern and insightful approach to the pain of loss</b>, <i>Drawing On Grief</i> is a <b>sensitive and compassionate guide </b>to help people<b> look after themselves</b> as they traverse one of life’s most challenging moments.<br><br>This book is part of the <b>Drawing On...</b> series, a collection of creative guided journals which help readers explore difficult topics including anxiety and grief. Also available is <i>Drawing On Anxiety</i>, a beautifully illustrated interactive journal tapping into self-help, self-care, mental health and creative mindfulness.