Alexandria, LA (3/22/2024) — In a touching response to personal tragedy, Alexandria native Lashanda C. Collins unveils her deeply moving eBook, “Finding the Resilience to Honor the Ones We Lost.” Written with profound insight and empathy, Collins shares her harrowing journey through grief after losing her two sons, Kengie Coutee, Jr. and Karlin Coutee, to gun violence.
The eBook opens with Collins recounting the devastating loss of her sons, aged 19 and 21, within a span of just two months in 2022. She candidly reveals the overwhelming emotions of despair, loneliness, and guilt that engulfed her in the aftermath, leaving her feeling adrift in uncharted waters of grief.
Driven by a desire to find solace and support beyond traditional therapy, Collins discovered the transformative potential of grief coaching. Recognizing the deeply personal nature of grief and the need for individualized approaches, she embarked on a journey to become a grief coach herself, drawing from her own experiences to offer guidance and understanding to others navigating similar pain.
“This eBook encapsulates the wisdom I’ve gained from my personal journey,” Collins explains. “It aims to provide solace, guidance, and practical strategies for those grappling with loss.” With compassion and insight, she delves into the complexities of grief, offering a beacon of hope to those who feel lost in its depths.
More than just words on a page, “Finding the Resilience to Honor the Ones We Lost” serves as a heartfelt offering to anyone traversing the tumultuous terrain of grief. Through her eBook, Collins seeks to illuminate the path toward healing, reminding readers that even in their darkest moments, there is light to be found and purpose to be discovered.
As Alexandria mourns alongside Collins for the loss of her beloved sons, her eBook stands as a testament to resilience and a testament to the enduring power of love in the face of unimaginable loss. With unwavering courage and compassion, Collins invites readers to embark on a journey of healing, finding strength in shared experiences and the unwavering bonds of community.
