Resilient Memoir

Because sometimes, life is going to suck, and you’re going to have to know how to handle it… What happens when you step on one of the great Lego pieces of life? When you get blind-sided? Thrown a curveball? When you get divorced? Or someone dies? You're going to need something more than the diarrhoea-like progression of motivational quotes we get fed on Instagram - you're going to need real-world ways to deal with a big, fat let-down.

Né en 1921, Léo Major grandit à Montréal durant la Grande Dépression. Aîné d’une famille nombreuse, il développe une relation conflictuelle avec son père et quitte la maison à 14 ans. Son père lui dit qu’il ne fera jamais rien de bon dans la vie: Léo va lui prouver le contraire. En 1940, il s’enrôle dans le Régiment de la Chaudière. Après un entraînement long et exigeant, il participe au débarquement de Normandie. Dès son arrivée en sol français, il multiplie les actions d’éclat.

On September 6, 2018, White Dallas police officer Amber Guyger opened the door of Apartment 1478. Inside, Botham Jean lay on his couch, having hung up from his daily call with his sister, Allisa. She’d encouraged her brother to stay home for the night’s opening Dallas Cowboys game as sports bars would be too dangerous. Guyger instantly assumed the large black man watching the game was a burglar in her home. She shot him, then failed to render aid as he succumbed to the wound she’d inflicted.

Abandoned by her hustling father, raised by her devoted mother, then battered by the winds of loss, heartbreak, and sexual assault, awarded diversity and inclusion leader and author Nikki Murphy exposes the undercurrents of resilience and faith that undergird her success in this riveting memoir-in-verse. Home for Hurricanes provides a sobering portrayal of both the jubilance and hardening of Black girls emanating from the ghettos, and Murphy celebrates their resolve to build free and whole lives.

"From Shadows to Sunlight” is a powerful memoir documenting the extraordinary journey of Maurleen Davidson from a childhood marred by darkness to a life illuminated by strength and resilience. In this deeply personal narrative, Maurleen courageously shares her experiences of enduring trauma and adversity, from despair to ultimately finding hope and purpose. From the earliest recollections of hardship and pain to navigating the complexities of adulthood, Maurleen candidly explores the emotional toll of her struggles and the profound impact they had on her mental and emotional well-being.

A television producer and a pig farmer meet on a cruise, not knowing they will become business partners. Lisa marries the farmer with his million-dollar debt. The farm business collapses, and they explore other ventures, including becoming traveling carnies. Lisa and Keith's faith in God is the thread that binds them together despite failures. Facing setbacks with hope and determination, they rebuild their lives and eventually find success starting a window cleaning company.

Serving to Lead, is a brilliant "oeuvre" and provides leadership lessons relevant for every profession. It delivers a compelling personal narrative underpinned by tales of tenacity during adversity and resilience garnered from the battlefield, his time playing professional football, and the corporate world.

En France, comme dans de nombreuses régions du monde, des adolescentes et des jeunes femmes sont encore contraintes d’accepter pour époux un homme qu’elles n’ont ni choisi, ni parfois même rencontré. Au nom de l’intérêt des parents. Leila avait 21 ans lorsque ses parents l'ont forcée à épouser un homme de quinze ans son aîné. Le mariage est arrangé au Maroc et enregistré légalement en France. Son mari, cet homme qu’elle n’aime pas, va la frapper et tenter de la soumettre. Avec un courage inouï, Leila se bat contre le poids de la tradition, pour conserver sa liberté et sa dignité.

Resilience in Bloom: A Mother's Journey is a powerful and inspiring story of one woman's determination to overcome life's most difficult challenges. This deeply personal memoir takes you through the incredible journey of a mother who faced the struggles of addiction, single motherhood, and the devastating loss of custody of her children. Despite these obstacles, she fought tirelessly to regain custody, achieve sobriety, and build a better life for her family.

In their gripping anthology, Unmuted: Stories of Courage and Resilience from the GenPride Community, 14 LGBTQIA adults share the struggles and triumphs that shaped their lives. Some stories explore issues that have marked their generation: AIDS, gender identity, sexuality, persecution, and reclaiming one's true self. Others grapple with health, family, loss, addiction, and love. Unmuted is about heartbreak and courage, strength, and resilience.

Step beyond hardship and into hope with Journeying with God Part II, the soul-stirring sequel that illuminates the triumph of faith amidst Sudan's turmoil. Where Part I left you captivated by John's childhood resilience, Part II takes you deeper into his journey, a coming-of-age saga forged in the crucible of adversity. Witness the fire of faith ignite: Delve into the pivotal moment of John's conversion to Christianity. His raw honesty and intimate details offer a rare glimpse into this transformative event, sparking your own reflection on faith and finding purpose. Brace for the brutal ...

Etched in tradition, etched in memory: "The Scarification" is a searing autobiographical masterpiece that delves into the heart of South Sudanese culture through the unique lens of facial markings. Forget fleeting trends; this book dives deep into a practice steeped in history and meaning. Walk alongside the author as he unravels the rich tapestry of traditional aesthetics, cultural significance, and multifaceted symbolism hidden within intricate scarification patterns. Experience the power of first-person storytelling: Feel the sting of the blade and the weight of tradition: The author's ...

Defying war and circumstance, John's extraordinary journey continues in Journeying with God Part III. This inspiring memoir traces his pursuit of education amidst the turbulence of 1990s Sudan. Forget classrooms and chalkboards. John's education began under a tree, a testament to his unyielding thirst for knowledge in a war-torn land. This isn't a typical child's journey - it's a story of resilience forged in adversity, where every step towards learning is a victory against impossible odds. Witness the triumph of the human spirit: From shade to university halls: Follow John's remarkable ...

Embark on a soul-stirring pilgrimage. Dive into Journeying with God Part I - V, a five-part literary masterpiece that's not just a collection of books, but a transformative journey of self-discovery. Forget ordinary. This series plunges you into a world of adventure, growth, and profound human connection. Each chapter, a gem carefully crafted to inspire and move your soul. This isn't just a trilogy; it's a complete saga, enriched by two bonus sections brimming with insightful concepts. Prepare to be captivated: Unravel the story of John: Experience his childhood in war-torn Sudan, his ...

Explore a powerful story in "Stronger Than You Thought!" as the author courageously reveals the secrets of her childhood. In this heartfelt story, she sheds light on the pervasive issue of abuse, especially among African cultures, where silence often masks the pain endured by young souls. Through her journey from motherhood to grandmotherhood, she shares the buried whispers of her past, inviting listeners to break the cycle of suffering.

A poignant memoir of a Black man you don't meet everyday, emerging author Jason Hill has raised the standard of the nonfiction narrative. A introverted kid growing up in Chicago, Hill recounts in a voice you'll never forget how he overcame everything from family dysfunction, bullying, incarceration, and homelessness to forge his own unmistakable path in which you'll also recognize yourself. Vulnerable, well-written, funny, and inspiring, through it all, Jason Hill is brutally honest about his own flaws and shortcomings, holding nothing back.

In 2001, Christine Yanke’s life was turned upside down after police raided her family’s home and arrested her Hells Angel husband. Suddenly an unemployed single mother of three boys, she had to fight to keep her home and family together. For the next three years, her husband awaited a trial that would determine their future together as a family. Blinded by an Angel is the true story of one woman’s struggle to survive mental, physical, and financial hardships.

Having suffered the unimaginable loss of her first husband and child, Lindsay Nicholson worked her way up to become the most successful lifestyle magazine editor in Britain. But when a would-be suicide ran in front of her car, the pages of her picture-perfect life fell apart once more. In just one year, Lindsay lost her marriage, job and home, and was even arrested. Suicidal and suffering from profound PTSD, she tried medication, therapy and New Age courses – until she found the answers she was looking for in the pages of her former magazine.

What lessons might cancer teach him before it finishes him off? Peter Goldsworthy asks, obliquely. A GP of forty years' practice, as well as one of Australia's most awarded and celebrated writers, Goldsworthy ('Doctor Pete' to his patients) brings his characteristic black humour and storytelling power to the tale of his own cancer journey. Accidentally diagnosed after a scan of his dicky knee, he was thrown into a world that he knew only too well from the other side: a world that soon shrank to hospital visits, sleepless and hyped-up nights on dexamethasone and life-saving chemotherapy.

"Breaking Free: A Journey of Resilience" offers an inspiring glimpse into the author's courageous journey through adversity and triumph. From conquering childhood abuse to navigating toxic relationships and challenging work environments, this memoir is a compelling testament to the resilience and unwavering spirit of the human condition. Through captivating narrative and deep introspection, "Breaking Free" sheds light on critical topics such as navigating foster care, disillusionment in marriage, pursuing higher education, and confronting the profound impact of mental health struggles.