Thinking Out Loud: Love, Grief and Being Mum and Dad Hardcover – 3 Oct. 2017

I didn't see the documentary but heard so many good things about it that I ordered the book. I have just finished reading it, in three sittings and between each it has been constantly on my mind along with "can't wait to get back to it". The incredible part about this book is that a man with a highly tuned psychology for, and an extreme focus on winning, and an inability to lose in his profession as a top sports man has to somehow cope with the biggest losses imaginable - losing the lady he cherished most in all the world (his wife) - not once, but twice (his mum)! While at the same time nursing his children through their own pain. Incredibly sad but at the same time also inspiring. Lots of insight into the mind of a top performing athlete as well as the normality of coping with grief. A great read!

This book will no doubt help anyone who is bereaved to come to terms with it. I lost my father almost 8 years ago and it still gave me something to reflect on. But I didn't read it specifically for that. What I am therefore most affected by is the courage of a man who had clearly been conditioned a certain way for years to take on such a journey of deep self evaluation, adjustment and personal growth with such honesty. I think any human being, recently bereaved or not, can learn a great deal from that. May you experience great joy in the years ahead as you continue your journey of discovery about who you are, what is possible as the seasons of life unfold.

Anyone who has suffered the terrible loss of a partner may find this book helpful in some ways, for personal thought, reflection and some comfort. Rio went up in my estimation when he publicly opened up and talked about his loss, regrets, mistakes, focussing on his children. His experience shows that no one gets to bypass this terrible personal grief, no matter how rich or successful, it’s a shared human condition which is still so misunderstood, shunned, ignored by many. It helps to hear other voices on the subject of grief and loss and the book contains some helpful tips and advice.

Lost for words! Incredibly raw and honest story of the loss of a young wife and the subsequent grief and slow recovery from that loss . a personal path of recovery. An essential read for anyone struggling with a personal loss.

If you have ever lost a loved one and didn't know how to grieve, then read this book. A really open and honest account of someone who has everything and then a big part of it was gone leaving him with 3 children and no idea how to do anything for them. Showing that came and fortune are no good to you if. You can't cope. Rio tells of his mistakes and regrets and how he had to start over again learning to bring up his children on his own. At the same time dealing with his feelings that he has not been able to show before. Heartbreaking story but an excellent read.

What a true and honest insight into grief and bereavement. I lost my wonderful Dad, suddenly, just after Christmas. He has been my strength and support all my adult life. I too have busied myself with work and after just finalising his probate and house sale, have now realised I too need help. I am currently off work awaiting counselling and am on anti depressants to help me sleep and grant me some calm. Reading this book has enabled me to be honest with my feelings and seek the help I accept I need to move on, as my Dad would have wished. Thank you Rio!

From the first sentence i was drawn in. An achingly honest narrative. Thank you for sharing Rio. I'm only on chapter 4 but I've felt every word. Get this book it truly is a deeply personal and honest account of what Rio and the family have been through.Weve all had a journey and this books made me face a few things of my childhood.The photos are hazy but i suspect the hardback will have great photos.

I was very pleased to managing to get this book to give as a present