"[A] timely gift. The Courage to Suffer deserves a place on every therapist's shelves, in every pastor's library, and in the hands of every person concerned with cultivating meaning and finding flourishing in the darkness. Here is a book that instills what its title upholds."-- Reformed Journal "This volume is a treasure chest for individuals, clients, and therapists, and for anyone who fears addressing their own pain and suffering. The authors present a gentle approach to deal with core issues in every person's life and give sensitive guidance. The content of the book is authentic--it is impressively authentic; the reader can recognize that the authors know what they are talking about, the suffering, the pain, and the resurrection toward increased flourishing and meaning. But not only that: they also present the reader with a great, practical knowledge of existential interventions--based on various cases which are well chosen--,and explain how to apply them and make them usable in therapy or for the self." -- Frontiers in Psychology "This book is an absolute must read for therapists.

"-- The Therapist's Bookshelf "Daryl and Sara skillfully weave together psychological theory, research findings, clinical wisdom, and their own personal story to create a powerful and insightful narrative that will be useful to therapists, researchers, and anyone who is suffering."-- Crystal Park , PhD, professor of psychology, University of Connecticut "A courageous, poignant, and helpful guide to living bravely through the downs and ups of suffering. Regardless of whether you are a professional counselor, you--and people you care about and seek to help--can benefit from this synthesis of personal life, existential thought, and positive psychology."-- Everett L. Worthington , Jr., PhD , Commonwealth Professor Emeritus, Department of Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University and author of How Do I Forgive? "If you are facing adversity, this is a must read book. Daryl and Sara offer a new framework for the important task of helping people flourish and find meaning amidst suffering by developing the courage to engage it."-- Jamie Aten , PhD , Blanchard Chair of Humanitarian Disaster Leadership, Wheaton College, and author of A Walking Disaster: What Surviving Katrina and Cancer Taught Me about Faith and Resilience "Guided by a helpful sunset-to-daylight metaphor and enriched by case examples, psychological research and theory, and specific clinical suggestions, this book is a must-have for anyone wanting to engage tough issues about suffering--whether inside or outside a therapy context.

" --Julie J. Exline , PhD , Professor, Department of Psychological Sciences, Case Western Reserve University and co-editor of APA Handbook of Psychology, Religion, and Spirituality.