Grief doesn’t come with a manual, but if it did, it would probably say: “Warning—may cause crying, confusion, heartache, and the urge to hide under a weighted blanket.”
In Laugh? Cry? Yes., clinical and forensic psychologist Dr. Melissa Mork guides you through the rocky terrain of grief with compassion, clarity, and a little bit of humor. You’ll explore the many forms of grief, the tasks that help you heal, and practical ways to cope when your world feels upside down.
Blending science, storytelling, and just enough levity to make the journey feel survivable, this book shows how resilience grows, how humor heals, and how meaning emerges even in heartbreak. Whether your grief is fresh, complicated, or long-carried, Laugh? Cry? Yes. offers a steady hand, a gentle laugh, and a reminder that you are not alone.
Can laughter be "too soon"? No, sometimes that laughter is just in time.
You can read about this in my chapter, “Laughter at a Funeral.” This collection of comforting and encouraging stories provides support in your time of need. When you’re hurting, it helps to remember that you are not alone. Losing a loved one, whether a parent, a child, a spouse, a sibling, or a dear friend is a shared human experience. In these 101 true, personal stories, you’ll read how others handled their loss and found their way to recovery, acceptance, and eventually happiness. You’ll feel like you’re holding a loving support group – 101members strong – in your hands. Find inspiration in stories about coping with loss, regaining your strength, appreciating life, and finding new joy.
“The world breaks everyone and afterward many are strong at the broken places.” —Ernest Hemingway, A Farewell to Arms
You can read about this in my chapter called, “A Time to Weep, and a Time to Laugh.” If you have ever experienced loss, you know that it changes you. The process of moving forward with grief is unpredictable and often overwhelming. The journey can feel isolating, but we want you to know you are not alone.
Threads of Gold is not a collection of sad stories. Rather, it’s a tribe of inspiring people who have come together to support you in the broken places along your journey. This book shines a light on the messy, imperfect process of moving forward with grief. It weaves together twenty-six different voices of resilience, offering insights to help you face your own “worst thing.”
There is no “perfect” way to respond when your world falls apart, but sometimes it’s helpful to learn from someone who’s a little further down the road. Each of us is on our own path, and we are all figuring it out as we go. But we can help walk each other home.
How’s your mental health? If you’re not doing well, you’re not alone.
We are a nation in a mental health crisis. One in four adults this year will report some kind of mental illness. Half of our young adults are suffering. Our teens have higher rates of anxiety than the average psych ward patient in the ’50s. Children’s mental health has been declared a national
state of emergency.
But when I am standing in the ER with my son as he describes his suicide attempt to a nurse, these statistics feel irrelevant. Suddenly this is personal—only my son’s mental health matters. Your mental health matters too.
Using questions like, “What do I need?” “How can I change?” and “What gives my life purpose?” I will help you develop personal insights, have greater self-compassion, and gently explore your mental health matters.
Attention, Psychology educators! Are you ready to revolutionize your teaching with laughter?
Let’s face it, engaging your students can be a real challenge. But fear not! Our book is packed with practical humor techniques and teaching strategies that will turn you into the funniest professor in town. Say goodbye to crickets chirping in the classroom and hello to roaring laughter!
No more snooze-fest theories! This book is all about bringing the funny to your lessons. Not only will you learn how to wield humor like a pro, but you’ll also get your daily dose of healthy laughs along the way. Who said learning couldn’t be fun?
We’ve got answers to all your burning questions. How do you promote effective learning in Psychology? How can you make students study more effectively? We’ve got you covered, and we’ll have you laughing while you learn.
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