What really helps when life falls apart. Experiences of an emergency counsellor
In such moments, Albi Roebke stands by our side. As an experienced emergency counsellor, he is there when traffic accidents, natural disasters, attacks, or shootings place people in extraordinary situations. For 25 years, the Protestant pastor from Bonn has provided immediate emotional support and firm stability when nothing is as it was. Often, it is the seemingly small things that make the difference and help pave the way from helplessness to action. Albi Roebke speaks from experience – in 2015, he faced a profound loss when he lost his parents and brother in a car accident. He compellingly shares moving stories and fateful encounters from his assignments, from the devastating floods in Germany to the hurricane-affected areas of the USA.
While providing help in these extreme situations, Albi Roebke also demonstrates that the mechanisms capable of coping with large-scale disasters work just as effectively on a smaller scale. He shows how we can face the challenges of daily life and personal crises with the same strength and resilience. His book serves as a companion and inspiration to better navigate everyday crises and is a valuable guide in difficult times.
