When life is not peachy : real-life lessons in recovery from heartache, loss and tough times / Pip Lincolne.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Help me, my heart is broken -- There's a lot of feelings -- Who am I - and how will I keep going? -- Inching forward, day by day -- Getting your head a little bit more together -- Dealing with family and friends -- A '101' for looking after yourself -- How to feed yourself -- How nature and movement might help -- Do you need some professional support? -- Helpful new habits -- A life transformed.

When life has taken a difficult turn, our heart is aching and we're only just holding it together, it's easy to question everything. Who even am I, and how will I keep going? We need someone in our corner to travel this journey with us and help keep our spirits up. This book is a gentle guide for navigating loss, grief or other sad times - a resource both for those who are downhearted and those supporting a loved one. With thoughtful advice on dealing with friends and family; healthy tips for eating and exercise when you don't feel like it; and a just-keep-yourself-going '101' for when you're feeling very low. It's the bolstering force we need to feel a bit closer to ourselves, or find a bit of peace.