New “Living With Grief” Book By Heather Stang Launches January 9

By Heather Stang, MA, C-IAYT

Explore the third edition of Heather Stang's Classic, now titled Living with Grief - a mindful guide for navigating loss with new and updated content available in Kindle and paperback.

In our journey through life, loss is an inevitable companion, yet the paths we tread through grief are uniquely our own. With the release of the third edition of Mindfulness & Grief, now re-envisioned as Living with Grief: Mindful Meditations and Self-Care Strategies for Navigating Loss, you have a compassionate guide to illuminate your way. This edition, set to reach readers by January 9, 2024 when pre-ordered on Amazon, marks a significant evolution in the exploration of grief and healing.

In Living with Grief Heather Stang delves into the heart of loss, offering not only solace but also practical strategies for those grappling with the profound impact of bereavement. The book’s unique blend of mindfulness-based exercises is designed to restore balance to mind, body, and spirit, providing a gentle yet powerful approach to healing.

One of the most notable updates in this edition is the introduction of a new module on "Continuing Bonds." This concept, pivotal in the field of grief counseling, guides you through the process of maintaining a healthy, ongoing connection with your loved one, even in their physical absence. This approach honors the enduring impact of loved ones in our lives, helping to integrate their memory and legacy into our continued journey.

Each chapter in Living with Grief is meticulously crafted, focusing on different aspects of grief. Whether you're reeling from the shock of loss or navigating the complex waves of sorrow that follow, this book offers relevant and empathetic guidance. From breath and body exercises designed for moments when grief feels overwhelming, to relaxation techniques that ease tension and steady the mind, every page is a step towards healing.

What sets Living with Grief apart is its universal applicability. While centered around the loss of a loved one, the mindfulness practices within are equally beneficial for those facing other forms of loss - be it separation, divorce, unemployment, health-related changes, or relocation.

For grief professionals, this book is an invaluable tool. It offers a rich resource for those seeking effective strategies to support their clients or lead support groups. For individuals in the throes of bereavement, Living with Grief is a gentle, understanding friend, offering a path to navigate their personal journey of loss.

As we mark the 10th anniversary of the original publication, Living with Grief stands as a testament to the evolving understanding of how we experience and move through grief. Its pages are filled with wisdom, compassion, and practical guidance, making it an essential companion for anyone touched by loss.

Pre-order your copy today on Amazon, available in both Kindle and paperback formats, and embark on a journey of mindful healing and self-discovery. Let Living with Grief be your guide as you find your way forward, honoring your loved one and embracing your own path of healing and growth.

Heather Stang, MA, C-IAYT

About the author

Heather Stang, MA, C-IAYT, is a thanatologist, author, grief educator, and speaker who helps people live with loss through mindfulness, self-compassion, and practical grief support. She is the creator of the 8-Step Mindfulness and Grief System, which is featured in The Handbook of Grief Therapies, and the recipient of the 2025 Association for Death Education and Counseling Clinical Practice Award.

Heather is the author of Living with Grief, From Grief to Peace, and Navigating Loss. Through her books, speaking, training, podcasting, and client work, she helps grieving people and helping professionals move beyond myths and platitudes into more honest, compassionate, and sustainable ways of living and working with loss.

Her work is shaped by both professional training and lived experience. Raised in a family marked by profound loss, Heather grew up in what she describes as an ecosystem of grief. Years later, yoga and mindfulness opened a path toward healing that eventually led her to yoga therapy, thanatology, and the development of her mindfulness-based approach to grief.

Heather hosts the Mindfulness and Grief Podcast, serves on the Advisory Board for TAPS, and speaks internationally for bereavement organizations, healthcare systems, mindfulness communities, and grief-adjacent professionals. She is based in Frederick, Maryland.

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