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Winner of the 2021 Audie Award “I will be forever changed by Edith Eger’s story.” —Oprah Winfrey A practical and inspirational guide to stopping destructive patterns and imprisoning thoughts to find freedom and joy in life—now updated to address the challenges of the pandemic and a...

From heartbreaking moments to gut-busting humor, Fish on Fridays is the story of a life lived fully—through good times, hard times, unexpected turns, and everything in between. From growing up in a military family to more than twenty years in the U.S. Army, from leadership and travel to family, faith, illness, recovery, and some of life's unexpected detours, Greg P. Smith has collected a lifetime of stories—and the lessons that came with them. Some will make you laugh. Some may bring a tear. And some may make you stop and think. Fish on Fridays is not simply a story about cancer or ...

What if your ugliest scar could be your greatest asset? What if your story of struggle could be repurposed into a strategic tool for healing, influence, and impact in this modern world of distraction, disengagement, and division? New York Times bestselling author, retired Green Beret, and...

A moving and inspirational true story of one woman’s life after fleeing the ultra-fundamentalist American religious sect featured in Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey—from the New York Times bestselling author of Escape “Triumph is thoughtful, intelligent, and engaging.”—Meg Wolitzer...

At the age of four, Dr. Lise Deguire suffered third-degree burns on 65 percent of her body as the result of both maternal and corporate negligence. Against the odds, she lived through the trauma, beginning decades of treatment as a burn survivor. Some chapters of this gripping journey focus on early events, including the story of the fire, her years of painful surgeries in the hospital, social isolation, and bullying.

Dr. Briney’s remarkable testimony of his healing from stage 4 and reoccurring lymphoma will give you reason to hope. Dr. Briney, a former atheist, asked God to teach him about the prayers that move mountains, and God taught him with this inspiring journey of healing. Listen to this remarkable story about the journey that Dr. Briney took to truly learn about the mountain-moving prayers over cancer.

The subject of the Academy Award–winning documentary The Lady in Number 6: Music Saved My Life, Alice Herz-Sommer was the world’s oldest Holocaust survivor when she died on February 23, 2014. A Century of Wisdom is the true story of her life—an inspiring story of resilience and the power...

12 inspiring lessons on life to help you release your self-limiting beliefs and embrace your potential - from the celebrated therapist, Holocaust survivor and author of the award-winning international bestseller, The Choice. Each moment in Auschwitz was hell on earth. It was also my best...

In this captivating audiobook on resilience, Ria walks you through her own horrific story of more than seven years of sexual abuse by her father. She then shares how she learned not only to survive, but also to thrive in spite of her past. Learn how to overcome challenges, obstacles, and adversity in your own life by building a bridge out of the past and into the future.

The Resilient Heart is a collection of raw, honest, and soul-stirring stories written by everyday people who found strength not in perfection, but in presence. These 24 contributors have lived through heartbreak, illness, grief, trauma, and loss—and each one emerged transformed. This book isn’t about fixing or rising above life’s pain. It’s about living through it, honoring it, and finding meaning inside of it. Each chapter reflects a powerful turning point when a heart broke open—and let the light in. Whether you’re navigating your own season of healing, seeking comfort in ...

Turning to the Catholic Church as a means of healing from childhood abuse, Hank Estrada looked for consolation and comfort but instead found cruel deception and ultimate religious betrayal at the hands of a very powerful religious machine, and in particular one manipulative, deviant priest. UnHoly Communion is a shocking and candid account of one man's personal battle with the darker side of the Catholic Church. Read the author's first hand accounts of how the Catholic Church continued to shamefully protect one of its sexual predators while he moved on from one victim to another. In this ...

Experience aviation’s most tense emergencies from the flight deck and discover the crisis management that saves lives. Perfect for a gripping commute, this immersive narrative puts you right in the center of catastrophic structural failures, extreme weather, and split-second decisions at 30...

In early 2020, as an unseen viral enemy swept across the globe, Dennis Bailey found himself on the front lines of an unprecedented battle, spending a month in the hospital and many weeks after fighting the pandemic. With no vaccines or proven treatments available at the time, contracting COVID-19 was a terrifying prospect – a journey into the unknown. This gripping memoir takes you deep into the trenches of Dennis's harrowing experience as an early COVID-19 survivor. Through raw, unfiltered Facebook posts written “as it happened” from his hospital bed, you'll live every agonizing ...

Ashvatthama The Last Survivor of Kurukshetra: Revelations of Divine Power, Revenge, and Immortal Existence invites readers into the haunting and timeless story of Ashvatthama, the warrior cursed with immortality for his vengeful actions in the aftermath of the great Mahabharata war. The book intricately explores the profound spiritual, philosophical, and psychological implications of Ashvatthama's life, from his origins as the son of Dronacharya to his tragic role in the final destruction of the Kaurava dynasty. At the heart of Ashvatthama’s narrative lies his divine power—granted by ...

'Cynthia Enloe is a force to be reckoned with and utterly tireless. Her work has long spanned intersectional analyses of gender, race and class...she repeatedly questions which things society pays attention to and which we consider insignificant. She is an inspiration.' Laura Bates 'A triumph'...

Extreme Survival will have you on the edge-of-your-seat with truly amazing survival stories. New York Times bestselling author Michael Tougias has earned critical acclaim and literary awards for his many bestseller nonfiction narratives. Extreme Survival is the long-awaited follow-up to The...

Georgiana White isn’t a self-help guru or spiritual leader. She doesn’t have a degree in psychology, nor is she a licensed therapist. But, she is an expert in survival. In Whispers of Hope, she narrates her story, a story of hope and resilience of the human spirit. Beginning in her childhood and continuing through the years, White shares the lessons she’s learned during her journey as she unravels the memories of trauma.

Send us Fan MailGuest: Danni BoatwrightContestant on Fox's 99 to Beat, Model, Mom, Spokesperson, Podcaster, Two Time Survivor player and Winner (Season 11)....and so much more. A Survivor winner calling herself the “Velvet Steamroller” sounds like a fun tagline until you hear what forged it. I’m joined by Danni Boatwright, champion of Survivor: Guatemala, and we go way past the highlight reel into the grit: pageants and modeling, unexpected resilience, and what it really takes to keep moving when conditions get brutal and your brain starts bargaining with you.We talk about ...

This is an amazing anthology! Each chapter is amazing and inspirational! You will be encouraged and uplifted! Each author is sharing from her heart and soul! As you read each chapter, connect with the author. As you go through this book you will be inspired and changed! So open up this book and be ready!

Liz Curran shares lessons from 1,500 cancer survivors and the 10 healing factors identified through Radical Remission research.Liz Curran discusses the Radical Remission research inspired by more than 1,500 cancer survivors and the 10 healing factors they shared. She explains how these factors extend beyond physical health to include emotional well-being, purpose, empowerment, social support, intuition, and spiritual connection. Curran also shares practical ways people can incorporate these principles gradually while navigating cancer and supporting their quality of life.Liz Curran is ...