This document appears to be from a journal intended to help someone cope with loss and grief. It contains prompts for the user to reflect on how they are feeling, memories of their loved one, and ways they have coped or could cope with difficult emotions. The journal emphasizes using writing, drawing, deep breathing and other creative activities to process emotions, remember positive memories, and work through struggles in a supportive environment.

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The opinions expressed in this book are those of the author only and not those of
York College of Pennsylvania.
This book is an experimental class project for purely educational design purposes.
Design by Allison Donahue
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This Journal is dedicated to:

4. This Journal belongs to:

5. giftThis is my gift to you. It will guide you, and help
you grow. I have Filled this journal with powerful
words. You can write or draw to show what these
words mean to you, while answering the prompts
provided. Own this journal; use it when you want.
I am already proud of you.

6. feelCircle how you feel at this moment:
Rage
Need
Annoyed
Important
Struggling
Irritated
Loss
Broken
Lonely
Guilt
Sad
Separation
Mad
Painful
Ill
Doubt
Bad
Longing
Wisful
Hopeful
Abandoned
Afraid
Wounded
Distracted
Empty
Scared
Tired
Surprised
Uncertain
Trapped
Hurt
Ignored
Exhausted
Miserable
Confused
Misunderstood
Anxious
Isolated
Unloved
Sorrow
Dedicated
Fear
Denial
Depressed
Vulnerable
Guilty
Disbelief
Anger
Indescribable
Loved
Aware
Humble
Safe
Proud
Gifted
Strong
Complete
Eager
Cared for
Determined
Brave
Calm
Happy
Optimistic
Relieved
Healed
Peace
Accepting

7. isolationIn what ways do you feel isolated?

8. What are some happy memories you have of you and the person
you’ve lost?

9. emotionWhat emotions do you wish you could better control?

10. annoyedWhy are you annoyed about your loss?

11. braveHow does walking into Olivia’s House make you brave?

12. angerIn what ways could you take your mind off of being angry?

13. brokenDo you have a favorite stuffed animal or blanket? If so, does it
make you feel any less broken?

14. emptyMake this canvas on the next page less empty by Filling it with
words or drawings that describe how you’re feeling right now.

15. trappedLike the butterFLy in the picture, there are ways out of feeling
trapped. Write down memories of times where the person you’ve
lost was there for you.it may be as simple as just driving you
to the store.

16. struggleCircle how you feel at this moment:
Rage
Need
Annoyed
Important
Struggling
Irritated
Loss
Broken
Lonely
Guilt
Sad
Separation
Mad
Painful
Ill
Doubt
Bad
Longing
Wisful
Hopeful
Abandoned
Afraid
Wounded
Distracted
Empty
Scared
Tired
Surprised
Uncertain
Trapped
Hurt
Ignored
Exhausted
Miserable
Confused
Misunderstood
Anxious
Isolated
Unloved
Sorrow
Dedicated
Fear
Denial
Depressed
Vulnerable
Guilty
Disbelief
Anger
Indescribable
Loved
Aware
Humble
Safe
Proud
Gifted
Strong
Complete
Eager
Cared for
Determined
Brave
Calm
Happy
Optimistic
Relieved
Healed
Peace
Accepting

17. Are there times where you have to take your life “one hour at a
time?” How does this make you feel?

19. sadnessHow has the person you lost gotten you through other times of
sadness? How can you apply that in this situation?

20. longingWhenever you catch yourself thinking about your loved one, how
do you take your mind off it?

21. breatheTake a few deep breaths. It will calm you down.
Do you feel any better?

22. bloomIn what ways hAs olivia’s house helped you bloom or grow so far?

23. safeHow has the person you’ve lost help you feel safe in the past?

24. createscribble or draw all over this page and the tables on the next page.

26. Rage
Need
Annoyed
Important
Struggling
Irritated
Loss
Broken
Lonely
Guilt
Sad
Separation
Mad
Painful
Ill
Doubt
Bad
Longing
Wisful
Hopeful
Abandoned
Afraid
Wounded
Distracted
Empty
Scared
Tired
Surprised
Uncertain
Trapped
Hurt
Ignored
Exhausted
Miserable
Confused
Misunderstood
Anxious
Isolated
Unloved
Sorrow
Dedicated
Fear
Denial
Depressed
Vulnerable
Guilty
Disbelief
Anger
Indescribable
Loved
Aware
Humble
Safe
Proud
Gifted
Strong
Complete
Eager
Cared for
Determined
Brave
Calm
Happy
Optimistic
Relieved
Healed
Peace
Accepting
journeyCircle how you feel at this moment: How has your journey changed?

27. strongDo you feel stronger than you did before coming to olivia’s house?

28. grew