in this highly original and compelling new book, the authors show us how grief dreams can be uplifting, affirming consoling, and inspiring. grief dreams are universal and there ` s a good reason. if properly understood and utilized, they can help us heal after the death of a loved one. some grief dreams are simply sad or funny visits from those past, others are bad dreams that are nevertheless cathartic, many grief dreams are reassuring and leave a warm glow, others have a definitive message which require our close attention. this extraordinary book helps everyone who has suffered a great loss understand and use these inevitable grief dreams in a way that brings comfort and consolation, positive actions, and a sense of revitalization, moving on, getting better. the authors offer a step-by-step program, including how to prize and value grief dreams, how to keep a grief dream journal, how to think about, enhance, and hold on to grief dreams, how to use them as tangible tools for healing and consolation. all of us have a very personal and intimate response to death and loss. this book is designed to help mourners reclaim some measure of power in navigating the most difficult journey of their lives -- recovering, healing, regaining a positive and productive attitude towards their lives after the death of a loved one.