From Library Journal  
Psychotherapist Brehony has written a thoughtful, upbeat book that stresses that we will all suffer, that we can't avoid it, and that to do so well will ultimately enrich our lives. With many anecdotes from her practice, family, and friends, she weaves together touching stories of suffering and redemption. The first half of the book describes the nature of suffering, its transformative power, how  different people react to suffering, and choices to be made. The second section deals with 12 concrete ways to encounter suffering and grow through it. Making references to Judeo-Christian, Eastern, and Native American religions as well as philosophers and psychologists (footnotes are included), she underscores the universality of suffering throughout recorded time. This empowering book will allow readers to affirm their own strength in the face of suffering that will surely present itself. Highly recommended for public libraries' self-help collections.--Margaret Cardwell, Georgia Perimeter Coll., Clarkston Copyright 2000 Cahners Business Information.