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Do you feel like the world you once knew is falling apart before your eyes? Polarization, rising authoritarianism, political chaos, and a constant sense of loss make it harder than ever to find meaning and hope. You may feel angry, confused, or even hopeless. What you are experiencing has a name: grief for our loss of democracy.
This book is your roadmap to move through that grief and rediscover a path toward action, community, and renewed hope. Grieving Our Loss of Democracy not only explains what is happening to us collectively but also guides you step by step through the grieving process—from denial and anger to acceptance and empowerment.
Rev. Dr. Anne Hays Egan, an experienced pastor, activist, and community leader, blends psychology, spirituality, and practical tools to help you transform pain into strength.
In this book, you will discover:
- A new lens on crisis – Understand why you feel a deep sense of loss and how collective grief shapes our lives and communities.
- The five stages of grief, reimagined – Applied not only to personal losses but also to the breakdown of democratic values.
- Inspiring examples and stories – Learn how others have navigated similar challenges, both in history and today.
- Practical tools and reflection questions – To help you turn overwhelming emotions into conversation, growth, and action.
- A path from chaos to purpose – Move beyond helplessness into a grounded sense of agency and communal hope.
Imagine…
…waking up and no longer feeling only anger or despair, but a clear direction forward.
…finding the words to name your pain and share it with others—discovering that it becomes a source of collective strength.
…replacing fear of the future with a renewed sense of purpose and determination to protect what matters most.
If you feel like nothing makes sense anymore, this book will show you that hidden within the chaos is the way to renewal.
Read it to find the strength you need—for yourself, your family, and your community.
Quotes from Editorial Reviews
"Dr. Egan has delivered a groundbreaking manifesto on social transformation, offering a vision that bends humanity’s arc toward justice. From the moment she shared her ideas, it was clear something remarkable was unfolding. This book is both brilliant and necessary—a profound, provocative analysis that illuminates our urgent political and social moment." The International Review of Books.
“This is not a book of despair. Grieving Our Loss of Democracy invites readers to honor their grief, find sustenance in shared experiences, and ultimately transform that grief into purposeful resistance. Honor the grief, resist the tide, and reclaim democracy.” Literary Titan Press Release
Quotes from Reader Reviews
An early reader review says: The author “has laid out a thoughtful explanation of the dismantling of the institutions that have supported US Democracy … it offers ways to cope with the grief and loss many of us are experiencing. Being an old battle-axe, I have determined to utilize my anger to constructively fight back.” Lauren M. Reichelt
An avid reader of Anne’s books says “You always seem to reach out when you have been on my mind. You’re a beautiful soul! I can’t wait to read your new book!” Shara Thorpe
Another said: "Dr. Egan has written a powerful manifesto on social transformation and how we can turn the arc of humanity towards justice. When she first shared the core ideas behind this book, I knew she was working on something extraordinary. She has crafted a powerful and provocative analysis that cuts to the heart of our current social and political landscape." Carla Lee.
About the Author
Rev. Dr. Anne Hays Egan brings an unusual blend of community development and public policy expertise together with spiritual leadership. She is a retired Presbyterian minister and mindfulness practitioner who has worked with hundreds of community change makers across the US and in a few other countries. Anne’s forty years of experience informs this work.
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