Short Synopsis
A book on how to deal with a life-threatening illness or the loss of a loved one, by the therapist who counseled Randy Pausch, author of the multimillion-copy bestseller The Last Lecture.

Full Synopsis
Dr. Michele A. Reiss specializes in helping clients cope with life-threatening illnesses and helping their families through the grieving process. A highly respected therapist, she counseled Randy and Jai Pausch as Randy was dying of pancreatic cancer.

Now Dr. Reiss provides comfort and counsel for listeners who are coping with the challenges of serious illness or grief. Through a collection of true-life examples, she has given us a book about hope and the art of living and loving well despite significant adversity. She shows us how to make the most of whatever time is left. And she shows families how to manage their own grief as they rebuild their lives after a major loss.

This inspiring book of true stories and helpful strategies will be an immense resource to anyone who is seriously ill and to family members who are acutely grieving.

"Randy Pausch often said how grateful he was to Dr. Reiss for her wise guidance. This beautiful book is fulfillment of Randy's wish." ---Jeffrey Zaslow, coauthor of The Last Lecture

"Sooner or later, either you or someone you love will need this splendid book by Dr. Michele Reiss. It is one of the best guides I know in dealing with serious illness and grief." ---Larry Dossey, M.D., author of Healing Words

"Reiss reminds us that it should not take a life-threatening illness, or loss, or trauma to awaken us to living each day with joy, blessings, passion, and purpose. This book, with its profound lessons, is a gift." ---Ann Webster, Ph.D., Benson Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine, Harvard Medical School