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GRIEF-WISERethinking Grief Support in the Workplace A Guide for Corporate LeadersGrief is a natural and universal human experience, yet it is often overlooked and dismissed in the workplace. This book challenges the notion that grief should be "left at the door" and instead advocates for a more compassionate and supportive approach to grief in the workplace.This guide provides leaders with practical strategies for creating a workplace culture that is welcoming and supportive of grieving employees. It outlines seven key pillars of support that can be implemented to help employees navigate their grief journey while maintaining their well-being and productivity.Key features of this book: Provides an overview of grief and its impact on the workplaceOutlines seven practical strategies for supporting grieving employeesOffers examples of how organizations have successfully implemented grief support programsEmphasizes the importance of leadership in creating a supportive workplace cultureWho should read this book: Corporate leadersHuman resources professionalsManagersAnyone interested in learning more about grief in the workplaceWhy you should buy this book: This book is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to create a more compassionate and supportive workplace.It provides practical guidance that can be implemented immediately.It is written in an accessible and easy-to-understand style.Together, let us reimagine corporate leadership's role in acknowledging, understanding, and nurturing the human experience of grief in the workplace. Let us create a world where loss no longer signifies a loss of identity or security, but rather an opportunity for transformation, resilience, and renewal.

"After" is a poignant exploration of life's contrasts, delving into the "before" and "after" phases that emerge from profound loss. The AD (after death) moments we will all face. In collaboration with a diverse group of individuals who have experienced various forms of grief, Robert Pardi curates a collection of raw, unfiltered stories that illuminate the transformative power inherent in the journey from darkness to light. This book transcends traditional narratives about grief, providing a mosaic of authentic experiences that showcase the courage, vulnerability, and strength found in the face of loss. Each story contributes a unique brushstroke to the broader canvas of the human experience, revealing the complexity of rebuilding identity and finding hope after life-altering moments. Through these narratives, readers are invited to reflect on their own journeys, finding solace and inspiration in the shared human experience of navigating "after." The proceeds from "After" contribute to the mission of "Wings for Widows," a charity dedicated to providing financial support and guidance to those rebuilding their lives after the profound challenge of loss. "After" is more than a book; it's a collective journey towards resilience, growth, and the discovery of light in the aftermath of darkness. No one should feel alone in grief.

A Modern-Day Fable for the Inner Child in All of Us This is a story for anyone at any age and at any stage in their life. It is for those who want to grow and transform by losing themselves in wonder and curiosity. It is for those who want to reconnect to their imagination and childlike enthusiasm. The story of Johnny and Filbert is one of awakening. It is a journey into the land of imagination and possibility. Filbert, a magical being called a PIMBY, stretches Johnny to see things differently. A PIMBY is a combination of Possibility, Imagination, Magic, Believing, and YOU. It asks the reader to embrace a beginner's mind and open oneself to questioning beliefs, which many times are limiting. Filbert arrives in Johnny's life shortly before his ninth birthday. Upon his arrival, he explains he is charged with guiding Johnny through various important life lessons. Filbert tells Johnny, "We come to guide all of you when you are young, but sadly, many people forget about our visit." Yet, it is Johnny who must first grant Filbert permission to change his perspective. Together they embark on a series of transformative adventures. Will Johnny surrender his need to understand everything and trust Filbert? Will these learnings last? Will Johnny, by his ninth birthday, see things differently? Well, that is for the reader to discover. A child's world is one of curiosity, optimism, wonder, creativity, and unreserved enthusiasm. It's a world where there are no ordinary moments, where each moment is infused with uninhibited joy, playfulness, and living wholeheartedly. Yet, all too often, as one "grows up" they burden themselves with a mindset of responsibilities, obligations, and behaviors they equate with being "an adult." Life then becomes less fun and more of a struggle, a competition, and a never-ending to-do list. In turn, that precious connection to their inner child, who once had big dreams and joy, is severed. As adults, we tend to let the spark of childlike enthusiasm go out. Yet, it is our duty to keep our inner child alive and present. Today there is substantial research supporting the importance of such a mindset. Play is vital for our mental and physical wellbeing - it is that simple. We no longer live in an information age, but an input age. We are bombarded with input. However, by reconnecting to your uncomplicated inner child you will naturally tune out unnecessary inputs and reinfuse your life with what Einstein called "a childlike inclination for play". A Pimby Tale, a book my inner child wanted to write, was written in the spirit of play. It's a whimsical tale of transformation and reconnecting to the wonder and magic in life, guiding the reader to not lose sight of Possibilities, Imagination, Magic, Believing, and You. As Filbert said, "Most people, as they get older, let their light go out, but for you, as you have been connecting to your imagination, the light is beginning to shine." Join me in the magical land of PIMBIES.

They were an attractive, enviable New York couple - Robert climbing the ranks in Investment Banking and Desiree excelling in the MD/Ph.D. program at Mount Sinai New York. Yet, shortly after Robert was recruited by one of the world's largest sovereign wealth funds, their world was shaken to its very core. Desiree, having just turned 31, was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. This is a story of the evolution of one person and the awakening of another. Chasing Life is a story of love, joy, resilience, and extraordinary achievements against all odds. It's about a couple uniting to rise above complacency and adversity to live a joyful life congruent with beliefs, passions, and values. It highlights the need to live life in the present moment. It's about learning to savor life while we are alive. Excerpted from the foreword by Suzanne Rose, MD, MSEd, Senior Vice Dean for Medical Education, Perelman School of Medicine, The University of Pennsylvania"You are about to read a love story, a story of triumph, a story of drive, passion, compassion and about a courageous fight in the face of adversity. I came to know Dr. Desiree Pardi as someone who was always chasing her dream; she did not just pursue the dream in order to catch up; she caught up with her dream, outsmarted that dream and pursued another, and another, and another. Chasing Life is the perfect title for this labor of love, a portrait of an incredible young woman pursuing her passion, surpassing every expectation and then moving forward again until she could go no further because of a devastating and aggressive disease."Praise for Chasing Life "Cancer and death have a unique way of getting our attention. As a hospice physician, many of my patients used to tell me they became 'alive' only after facing cancer and death ... and some regretted all of the years and decades they spent 'sleep-walking.' Desiree and Rob in this book share what it means to be live fully aware, awake, and alive. If you want to live an abundant life - one that is fully woke - this book will grab, surprise, inspire, break, and renew you because everything you heard before is probably wrong. The abundant life is not about fame, money, and personal success." - James A. Avery, MD, Visiting Assistant Professor of Medicine, University of Virginia "Chasing Life is a love story, an ode to a brilliant doctor whose own illness shaped a legacy of patient care that I have surely benefited from in my own cancer journey. This memoir proves that luck goes beyond issues of mortality - that the greater gift is to be lucky in love." - Leslie Lehr, Author of A Boob's Life: How America's Obsession Shaped Me...and You. "Love, we learn is not always about a fairy tale with happy endings. It's a tale of two people who in sharing their deepest vulnerabilities, discover each other and themselves wholeheartedly. In this vivid retelling of his 11 years caring for his wife, Robert challenges the reader to ask themselves essential life questions about how adversity calls on us to rise-up and embrace our fuller humanity. This is a story of love in its most transformative expression." - Mark Stolow, CEO, Huddol Journeys "Chasing Life is a heartbreaking and heartwarming story about two amazing individuals, Desiree and Rob, who shared the passion for life through transformative love and angelic compassion in the face of horrendous circumstances. Undaunted in her dedication to care for the suffering, while going through 11 years of her own recurring and worsening cancer, Desiree gave the full energy of her heart and soul to helping people with advanced illness. As a physician, she was an early champion of palliative care, and was able to help so many people through the most difficult times of their lives. All the while, Rob's inspirational, relentless support and devotion were a testament to the meaning of genuine love." - Csaba Mera, MD.