The Transformational Nature of Grief
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Meet Cara Hope Clark
Cara Hope Clark was born into the world during a full lunar eclipse in Providence, Rhode Island. At a young age, she knew she was more empathic and sensitive than most. These gifts have informed her abilities as a creative and intuitive energy healer.
Having lost her late husband to suicide in 2012, she has spent years exploring grief and its transformational nature. From a path well-worn she shares inspirational wisdom, assisting others along their own journey through grief. She continues to be a guiding light as the author of her two companion books: award-winning and bestselling Widow’s Moon: A Memoir of Healing, Hope, & Self-Discovery Through Grief & Loss and The Transformational Nature of Grief: A Pocket Guide Embracing the Light of Your Soul.
Cara is a co-author of the international bestsellers: Life Reimagined, and Reclaiming Your Midlife Mojo, she has been on a divinely guided personal and spiritual growth path for over forty years.
She lives in the serenity of her tree-lined perch, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina with her son Noah and their beloved canine, Lyra. It’s here in these natural surroundings where her creativity soars, whether it be through photography, painting or her writing.
Her life purpose continues to be a guiding light for others.
Praise for the Transformational Nature of Grief
Beth Erlander
MA, LPC, ATR, grief friend, psychotherapist & grief support practitioner
“The Transformational Nature of Grief by Cara Hope Clark is a gem of a book! It’s written for those in the throes of deep grief and who are experiencing “grief brain”. Cara gives us short understandable nuggets of wisdom gleaned from her deep dive into her grief from the past eleven years. It’s a source of respite for those who find themselves suddenly in the grief club. You don’t have to do grief alone, and this book gives you a solid companion to support your journey through it. It is easy to read, written with the griever in mind, who often has a hard time reading anything. You could simply open the book randomly to receive wisdom or you could read it cover to cover. Or you could simply read the Soul Notes - the prompts and questions for you at the end of each section to expand your awareness into your grief or use them to guide your journaling practice.”
Terra Lynn Joy
Ms, CIH, TT Mentor/COACH at "Re-WILD YOUR LIFE" AUTHOR OF DAISY & HERM - AN UNCONVENTIONAL LIFE
“This companion to Cara’s first book, award-winning Widow’s Moon, is truly a ‘A glimpse of light through the darkness of grief’. Her words radiate the strength, wisdom and personal growth this transformational period in her life has delivered. The Soul Notes at the end of each passage give one the chance to look deeply into their own soul experience, to dig deep to find not only the shadows but the sparks of light that are always there even when we forget. This book is a true gift of light from Cara’s soul to yours.”
LYNN PACE
Ret. HOSPICE COMMUNITY OUTREACH COORDINATOR, SUPPORT TEAM CONSULTANT AND TRAINER, SOCIAL WORKER
“The Transformational Nature of Grief is another insightful guidebook by a wise teacher who has lived through - and survived - traumatic loss. Sharing her wisdom gained, Hope is a trusted friend and guide for us all. None of us escapes the loss of many of those we love and we must find our path through the trauma to heal our hearts. Whether it is the loss of a beloved spouse, child, parents, siblings or close friends, the anguish can feel unfathomable. Hope provides a warm light from her reservoir of experience to support us through our dark nights. This guidebook is a balm for each of us with the awareness that we are not alone and the encouragement to do the inner work for our own healing.”
Rebecca Austill-Clausen
award-winning author of Change Maker: How My Brother’s Death Woke Up My Life
“This book is an extremely well-written guide for discovering how grief can transform our lives and awaken our souls. Cara Hope Clark, the author of the award-winning Widow’s Moon, provides an exquisite collection of heart-warming concepts that prompt the reader to take a deep dive into their own experiences. Discover how to recognize and embrace the healing aspects of grief to enable wellness and recovery. Multiple Soul Notes stimulate internal dialogue that enhances the processing of grief, transforming pain into enlightenment. I highly recommend this extraordinary ‘Pocket Guide’ for all those encountering the passage of loved ones. Give yourself a beautiful gift by receiving the support and illumination inherent throughout The Transformational Nature of Grief.”
From the Introduction
This book is designed with you in mind, or maybe a friend or a family member who has suffered a loss. Rather than a step-by-step guide, I use the power of inspirational storytelling as a valuable tool to assist others. I believe that when we are able to share our own stories of transformation, we are able to awaken and touch the hearts of others.
Acknowledging this, I have purposefully written new entries as well as extracted passages from previous writings such as my blog, journaling and my memoir Widow’s Moon. Some passages are bite-sized while others are mouthfuls. All are intended to bring you inspiration, fresh perspectives, hope and solace at a time when you need it most.
The title, The Transformational Nature of Grief, came through as I reflected on what my own journey has meant to me. Each chapter builds on the next as I illustrate how my changing seasons of grief have led me to an elevated point of view. From this vantage point, we can begin to see that the light of our souls still shines brightly though we may feel that we are enmeshed in darkness.
In addition, I envisioned this book being used as a pocket guide of sorts. Your own personal companion, one that you can return to again and again as you feel the need. As I sat with this, I noticed yet another auspicious meaning that initially eluded me. Our soul (or our higher self) is our constant companion that we can lean on as we move through the many phases of our lives. Grief is no exception. My hope is that the words on these pages will serve as a reminder of this ever-devoted aspect of ourselves.
It has not been an easy passage, to say the least, but I can say with certainty that I am grateful for it ALL. I would not be the woman I am today who holds a deeper sense of self and purpose if I had not traveled on this ever-transformational road through grief.
After many years, I have learned to view grief as my sacred teacher, my soul-driven guide. It may not be possible to adopt this point of view when your heart is aching so deeply you can hardly breathe. Believe me, I get it. However, when you are ready, I invite you to “feel” into this new awareness. Allow it to seep in, nourishing a budding alternative viewpoint as you move through your own grieving process.
“Let’s face it: we all need a helping hand while we grieve. Often many hands. My hope is that mine may be one of those. I humbly invite you to step forward with me as we explore this mysterious world of grief. Will you join me?
Jennifer Angelee
teacher, healer, and bestselling author of Beloved, I Can Show You Heaven
“Cara Hope Clark expertly weaves this guide through grief. As a widow of my own husband’s suicide, I recognize the high value of her messages. As an act of self-love, I encourage anyone who is grieving to pick up this small but powerful book. Grieving is the most difficult thing for a soul on this earth to endure. The Soul Notes at the back of each chapter provide important reflective questions to foster growth over time. This book will support your grief journey and captures the essence of love to accompany you on the road ahead.”
JEN ZWINCK
HOST OF WIDOW 180: THE PODCAST; Co-FOUNDER OF THE WIDOW SQUAD MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY
“This is a lesson in radical self-compassion for turning inward in order to heal after loss. In The Transformational Nature of Grief, Cara reminds us of the rejuvenating power of self-awareness, appreciation, acceptance and kindness we can give ourselves as we journey through grief.”
GREGORY LATHROP
RN, NURSE ADVOCATE FOR THE DYING, ELDER COUNCIL MEMBER WITH CCLD (CENTER FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING AND DYING)
“It is an ancestral understanding that story is medicine. In this book, Hope has shared her story while empowering you to share your own. Go ahead. There is nothing to fear. In doing so, you may find it difficult to discern whether you are experiencing tears of sorrow or joy, because they are so tightly interwoven. Both relate to an open heart. And an open heart is where healing begins.”
Janet D. Tarantino
author of Dying to See: Revelations About God, Jesus, Our Pathways, and The Nature Of The Soul
“Grief is a deeply personal and emotional journey that is unique for everyone. Life can sometimes change in the snap of a finger, shattering life as we know it. However, the award-winning author and widow, Cara Hope Clark, has written yet another award-winning book, The Transformational Nature of Grief that will help the grieving dig their way out of the rubble and courageously navigate back to the world of hope again, just as her name implies. I highly recommend her heartfelt book!”
Inside The Transformational Nature of Grief You will find:
- An invitation to view grief through new lenses, gradually embracing and surrendering to your sacred transformational journey.
- Recognition that we each have our own unique pathway through grief and to honor yours.
- A Pocket Guide, your own personal companion, one that you can return to again and again for support and guidance.
- You are not alone and you are so much more than your grief.
- Grief has no timetable and no destination. Though, we might yearn at times for there to be one.
- Journal prompts at the close of each chapter are meant to inspire your own personal healing and inner reflections.
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