Welcome to the world of Grief: There Is a Life on the Other Side by John and Joan. Shaped by real loss, healing, and hope, this heartfelt book reflects the experiences and insights they have gained through their personal journeys with grief. Together, they offer compassionate guidance to help readers feel understood, supported, and encouraged as they move forward.
John M. Samony Sr is a Certified Grief Support Specialist and the author of two grief-recovery books. His writing comes from lived experience, deep research, and years of supporting others through bereavement sessions. With warmth and honesty, he turns personal pain into guidance, helping readers find strength beyond loss.
John is also the author of The Morning After, a heartfelt guide for those coping with grief,
loss, and emotional recovery.
Joan A. Lokuta has been a valued contributor to writing this book. She was a side-by-side presenter with John on their bereavement program.
There is Life on the Other Side is a guide for anyone learning to live after losing someone they love. It gently explains the grief journey, emotional triggers, and the changes that come with loss. With simple steps and meaningful tasks, it helps readers rebuild life with courage, purpose, and hope.
The Morning After” presents a compassionate approach to surviving the loss of a spouse or loved one. Losing someone close can bring overwhelming emotional pain and heartache.This book offers step-by-step self-help guidance, practical recommendations, and healing exercises drawn from true life experiences.
Through the author’s personal journey of one thousand days after loss, readers are shown that healing is possible, hope can return, and a new chapter in life can begin.
Grief touches every human life, but for families connected to the military, law enforcement, and fire service, the experience of loss often carries a unique weight.
Why Grief: There is Life on the Other Side Is a Meaningful Read Grief is one of the most powerful emotions people experience. When someone
Many people experience grief, but it can feel incredibly lonely. The world keeps going after a loss, but for the person who is mourning, everything
It is a grief recovery book to help you survive through your pain, written as a personal story plus a practical guide. This book is about surviving the loss of someone you love with real experiences in it.
John M. Samony Sr (CGSS) is a US Army Vietnam Veteran, former Police Chief/Public Safety Director, business consultant and former American Legion chaplain, a University of Wisconsin Certified Grief Support Specialist.
This book is for people grieving the loss of a spouse, partner, parent, child, sibling, or loved one. Readers who want support, comfort, and practical steps to cope day by day, Grief is the best pick.
John M. Samony Sr., CGSS, is a U.S. Army Vietnam veteran, former Police Chief and Public Safety Director, business consultant, Certified Grief Support Specialist, author, and educator. His work is shaped by personal loss, professional experience, and a lifelong commitment to helping others navigate grief with strength and understanding.
Joan A. Lokuta is a former senior financial analyst, bereavement program co-leader, and valued contributor to this book. Her contribution is deeply informed by her personal experiences of losing her spouse, three children, and her parents. Through her story, Joan offers compassion, resilience, and meaningful support to others facing loss.
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