The Art of Helping: What to Say and Do When Someone is Hurting

By: Lauren Littauer Briggs

David C. Cook / 2003 / Paperback

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Product Description

All of us have wanted to offer comfort and support to someone experiencing the intense pain of loss, but we simply don't know what to say to someone facing divorce, the death of a child, cancer, the loss of a job, infertility, an estranged or rebellious child, a chronic illness, and the other tough issues of life. The Art of Helping is presented with those times in mind. Find out the best way to express your feeling in a positive, uplifting manner that a hurting person will understand and appreciate.

Product Information

Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 288
Vendor: David C. Cook
Publication Date: 2003

Dimensions: 8.50 X 5.50 (inches)
ISBN: 1589191668
ISBN-13: 9781589191662
Availability: In Stock

Publisher's Description

The Art of Helping is presented with those times in mind. Find out the best way to express your feeling in a positive, uplifting manner that a hurting person will understand and appreciate.

Click here to read an interview with author Lauren Littauer Briggs.

Author Bio

Lauren Littauer Briggs has ministered to those experiencing the pain of loss through peer support groups, medical seminars, and The Compassionate Friends organization. Briggs is on the staff of the CLASSeminar (Christian Leaders, Authors & Speakers Seminar), which was founded by her mother, best-selling author, Florence Littauer, to help speakers, authors, pastors, and Bible study teachers hone their communications skills and message. Click here to read an interview with Lauren and learn her thoughts on The Art of Helping.

Customer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed by Terry (Lafayette, IN), November 21, 2008

I love this book, it gives very practical advice, prayers, and even recipes to help you understand what others are feeling.

5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed by D Smith (Monroe, NC), September 29, 2008

EXCELLENT and comprehensive! For all of us who have a desire to befriend the hurting soul and keep friends with appropriate understanding, comments and actions.

5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed by Lisa Copen (San Diego, Ca), December 14, 2006

This is a must-have book for everyone, but especially every church library. It's a gold mine of information and I include in every chronic illness ministry start up kit because it's so valuable. It's perfect for all of us who want to help but don't know how. Now we know how... we just need to do it!

5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed by Betty Southard (Newport Coast, CA), May 10, 2003

Everyone needs this book! It is a must have as a reference to know what to do and say when friends and family are hurting. Each chapter gives simple instructions and suggestions that take away that fear of reaching out when someone is going through a rough time. The book includes quick and easy recipes for meals (you may want the book for these recipes alone) that will meet the needs of the recipients without breaking your budget. Lauren Briggs has given us the tools we need to reach out and make a difference in the lives of those whose worlds have been turned upside down.

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