- Paperback: 278 pages
- Publisher: Augsburg Press (April 1 2008)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0806680385
- ISBN-13: 978-0806680385
- Product Dimensions: 23.1 x 15.4 x 1.6 cm
- Shipping Weight: 295 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #175,367 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Starred Review. It is possible to be ill or live with a disability and still be well, according to theologian, educator and speaker Dawn. She should know. As a person with a variety of serious physical challenges, and who has grappled with emotional and bodily issues as well as theological and biblical questions, Dawn is a powerful guide for those who want to be well in spite of their medical conditions. While she has written about her disabilities in previous books, this one is a complete and helpful analysis of the implications of physical challenges, along with concrete spiritual, theological and practical suggestions for dealing with them. Each chapter names one particular aspect of illness, such as loneliness, boredom, physical pain, regrets, bitterness or meaninglessness, and offers strategies for coping with them without sugarcoating or belittling the real struggles people face. Dawn also looks past the individual to offer a global perspective, making suggestions for addressing governments and health systems that further oppress those who are ill. Stories from the author's and others' experiences offer readers the sense of being graciously companioned along a very difficult road. (June)
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Marva Dawn has an insider's view of the many spiritual, intellectual, emotional, social, and physical difficulties encountered by people with chronic illness and disabilities. She knows from experience how to nurture hope in spite of infirmity. Filled with insight and practical help, each chapter of Being Well When We're Ill focuses on one particular kind of struggle, such as worry, guilt, the loss of meaning, or the loss of confidence and trust that God is present and personally loving. Each chapter details one or more appropriate ''finds'' - spiritual resources, emotional supports, intellectual answers, or practical solutions - that enable a person with infirmities to persevere through them and to be well in spite of them. For each issue she explores, such as loss of dreams, loneliness, physical pain, depression, ingratitude, side effects and more, Dawn includes discussions of biblical texts - not only texts that help lament losses but texts that bring wholeness. Readers will find themselves companioned in their sufferings and encouraged with new ways to surmount them.
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Fabulous, well balanced, well grounded, transparent,
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I like the flavour of the writing. She gives personal examples without domineering with her story, which in itself, once collected, is really amazing.Excellent, well sourced Biblical narrative applied but not forced to the topic. Great study, but not heavy. Excellent treatment of errant theologies of health. Great perspectives and learnings on how to focus on what and where vs why and who. What God is teaching and where He is active instead of Why me ..etc.. Good involvement of most general health and disability issues. Make it very accessible and applicable. Bravo!
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4.9 out of 5 stars (8 customer reviews) 17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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This review is from: Being Well When We'Re Ill: Wholeness And Hope In Spite Of Infirmity (Paperback)
I feel as if I have a new friend in Marva Dawn. I have been struggling with chronic pain and illness for seven years. This is extremely challenging to me in so many ways including my faith life. This book brought me renewed faith and hope as I read the author's story and how she has lived out her own challenges. She brings truth to the lies we sometimes believe about ourselves and concrete ideas for spiritual "practices" (I like that term also) for individuals to consider. Her theological discussions about topics such as retribution helped me to find clarity in my own views. Her use of scripture and prayers throughout helped to make reading a devotional experience. I highly recommend this book. Thank you Marva.
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By Kathy D. Poncy "Wild Swan" - Published on Amazon.com
This is the book I have been waiting for. Many thanks to you Marva. I cannot even find the words to express what is in my heart. This book has changed my life forever. Kathy Bend OR
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The author wants you to immerse yourself in reading the psalms, participating in a local congregation,and appreciating the rituals you can participate in. As you welcome these tried and tested rituals they can comfort you in the midst of your illnesses.
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