Review of The Courage to Feel
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I am still reading it but I like it so well, I recommend it to my clients.
Mary St. Aubin LMHC
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Although this is the Abridged Edition of the book you don't feel you are missing anything, in fact I didn't even realize that I had bought this version till my husband pointed it out. It is a wonderful true story about belief and how that can keep you going through the really hard stuff.

In her memoirs Simone tells how her parents against many odds set a great example in their faith,they put being witnesses first and how many Jehovah's witnesses died and suffered during this time in history. This book tells a story that isn't fraught with nasty details of what happened during the war, it simply tells her experience in a courageous and motivating way I even feel this version of this book could be appropriate for a mature 14 year old. Wonderfully written true story of courage drawn from her faith helped her though these tough times.
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Thank you Michael Patrick for writing this book.  It demonstrates the 'Courage to live the life you have even if it is not the life you expected.'  I found it to have resources and references that are valuable.  I completed the activity at the end of the book, and conversed with my spouse who had also completed the book and exercise. As a mental health professional I will share this resource.  The story demonstrates acceptance and willingness to experience life.
185824
Recommended to me by my therapist. I found it very easy to read. And the ideas made me really think inside of myself as I am going through these difficult times of separation. It gave me the feeling that there is hope and life after a potential divorce situation. Although I still cling onto hope that things will work out for us, having the knowledge in this book gives me some comfort.
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I truly enjoyed reading this memoir. After reading the first few chapters, I couldn't put it down. I regularly read memoirs written by incredibly courageous people who have endured extreme hardships. This book is one of the best I've ever read.

I believe a memoir can be judged by how it makes you feel. Mark has the ability to make you feel like you are walking through life with his family and rooting for them throughout. I appreciate his courage in writing his story, as well as Giulia's courage for allowing her story to be told and creating more awareness of the importance of mental health and lifetime care.  I feel uplifted and inspired by this amazing family.
2489540
it is an excellent book about being courageous and vulnerable and learning to speak our hearts. I love it although I have not finished it yet.
607385
I bought this book because I felt it would give my grandson tools to use to overcome some personal fears he has. Yesterday he read the book to me. He enjoyed it and afterward he tried out the finger count down technique. When his Dad came to pick him up my grandson showed him what he had learned to do if he was feeling afraid. But the best part of all of this time he and I had together, was that, before his Dad came to get him, we talked about some fears that he had because the book showed him that everyone has fears about something. I shared how I felt when I was a child and had to deal with the same things that make him afraid now. He had a time of feeling bad about being afraid, but the book was what helped him to realize that it was a normal feeling that everyone feels at one time or another. When we were done sharing, he was feeling happy and like he knew he had a tool to help him conquer his fears!
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"A book with a heartbeat" is an appropriate description for this book because you will feel your heart as you read it. Be prepared to take a journey through the trials and storms of this family's struggle with pain, disease, and death. Tonya gives an honest first hand account of the death of her parents and the stranglehold that it can place on your life. It is a no holds barred telling of the feelings we all feel but are loathe to admit or express. You will find yourself remembering your own tragedies and the way you felt. Only this time, you can admit to what you really felt and that is ok. A refreshing book in its own right because the feelings are genuine and uninhibited. You will cry and cheer at the struggles and triumphs of the Ferguson family and may even be surprised that you are really crying and cheering at your own. Be prepared for an emotional journey into Tonya's spiritual growth with God through tragedy and healing and hopefully some growth of your own. ~For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. Phillipians 4:13~
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Author Cheryl Rice, an excellent writer with courage to share her most intimate feelings with honesty, takes the reader through tears and laughter to a new enlightenment.  It took courage for me to read her book since I recently lost my 47 year old son who suddenly had a massive heart attack.  No, I won't use the word lost, this is what I learned from Cheryls book.  My son isn't lost; he is gone, yet lives and will always be alive in my heart and my mind.  Cheryls wisdom has been so helpful to me.  There were chapters when I sobbed, kept reading, and then a smile appeared on my face due to Cheryls creative writing  to help the reader take a breath and release.  I personally believe that when events happen, there is a reason, only at the time we have no idea what that reason is.  Her mothers death was the catalyst that gave Cheryl the courage to find herself, and to write this outstanding book.  The analogies that Cheryl uses help the reader to visualize and understand what the message is.  This book isn't only for individuals who have experienced loss.  It is a book for anyone who wants to go deep within themselves and take the lessons Cheryl learned to better their life. I have ordered this book for two of my friends in order to "pay it forward".
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I really enjoy the down to earth feeling of Denise, wish her the best and will say that her book is inspiring.  Inspiring to not give up even under the most painful circumstances and a reminder of the importance of family.
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I feel like this book was written just for me! A friend gave this to me while I was going through a difficult trial. It inspired me to keep moving forward with faith in my life. A treasure fot anyone needing comfort and reassurance that they can make it through anything, even the hard stops in their lives.
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When I was first married 51 years ago my husband was a Lieutenant in the Air Force. He traveled a lot, and since I'm an avid reader I started visiting the base library. I became interested in WWII. Recently I've become interested in reading some of the fine novels written about the WWII era, and this certainly falls into that category.

Ms Dobson gathered my interest from the very first. I felt the fear the French citizens felt for the German army. I felt the feelings the French had for their beloved homes, neighbors and families. I felt the sorrow families felt for their lost loved ones. I was inspired by the courage as they struggled with suffering and deprivation. I was enlightened by the few Germans who tapped into their inner goodness in order to help the resistance fighters, and I was appalled at the hideous treatment of the Jews. I highly recommend this book. It wasn't dark or dismal; it was heartwarming and uplifting.
3185113
An inspiring book with good common sense about dealing with emotions.  Interesting and help read.
889087
I love the way the author describes the feelings. You feel part of the story. It's very entertaining and I really enjoyed
4410570
Way to put your heart into your writing Pam .....The author does a nice job of sharing her feeling from childhood and i admire her openess from some tough memories.....thanx Pam.....this is what a book like this does.....makes the reader feel something......
4690808
Today I am reviewing Brave Enough by Nicole Unice this book is about dealing with your fears and this is something I have struggled with for a long time. I love how in Chapter 3 she talked about partnering with others and how it is okay to reach out to others when you need help this hit a chord with me because I struggle with reaching out to others when I need help because I just don't want to bother people with my troubles, and I try to do things myself. I learned through that section on partnership that it is okay to reach out to others because they will spur you on in your journey with the Lord.

In Chapter 5 she talks about anger in depth which I have struggled with my anger a lot and I really never understood because there are some people that I have anger against the exercise in the book she had was to write in a journal or a piece of paper of the following prompts such as "I'm sad about.., I'm scared about..., I'm mad about... then you were to write about whatever comes to mind and then if you couldn't come up with anything then she said spend five more minutes reflecting on that statement. Finally, she said to leave your feelings right where they are which was a great exercise because it showed me the things that I was angry about.

Finally, I loved Chapter 8 because it talked about us women knowing our limits and learning how to say no things that we are not able to commit to which I have struggled with boundaries because at times I want to do it all. I identify with one of the ladies in the story because there are times that I will have anxiety attacks and get so overwhelmed, but that's because I reached my limit and did not stop to pause and reflect. We also need to take a rest day ladies and yes with kids it is hard to do, but it must be done in order for us to recharge our batteries and this is basically what this Chapter is saying. I would recommend this book to all women all over the world because we all need to learn to be brave.
Disclaimer: I received this book from Tyndale House in exchange for my honest review of the book
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This book is about a man who suffers from physical pain yet is determined to get to the other side of the pain while finding joy in his life. He does this with great courage and has much love and support from his family! What is learns from this is that positive thinking and joy is such a help to healing.

He offers so much encouragement to the reader. And for me, I really have benefited from reading this book because I suffer from chronic shoulder pain because of a automobile accident. And when I am stressed out, the pain can be rather intense. So reading this book showed me that I need joy in my life and positive thoughts.

*My favorite part of this book is the section on All Things Work Together For Your Good. Even through his pain, he took time to write a list of things he is learning. This was so inspiring to me!

Personally I found this book to be an excellent read!