Why is this book needed now?

There are several reasons why this book is needed right now. Let’s take a look at the circumstances that point to the need for informal compassionate helpers.

In Canada and the US, and perhaps in similar countries, the mental health system is in disarray. There are sim...

My buddy Duncan (that’s not his real name) attached his vacuum cleaner hose to his car exhaust, taped up the windows, pushed play on his favourite music, turned on the car, and fell asleep. Permanently.
Duncan’s suicide made big waves in our small arctic town of 300 souls. His widow was shocked and d...