With a commitment that God would be first in our marriage, we followed that principle through the adversities and illnesses of our life journey, as we “rose above” the trials. This book is a collection of true stories of our life of trusting God through those times with His comforting Grace. In turn we learned about Compassion, a quality missing in today’s world. This prepared us to be compassionate to others in their times of need and taught us how to comfort them in God’s ways. Be prepared to read and be motivated, no matter what comes your way. An easy to read and must read book, written as a labor of love, filled with many words from the Holy Bible.
Your ability to overcome adversity is the key ingredient that determines your success in life. Everyone will encounter some form of adversity. The greatest ones being the loss of a loved one, relationships that end in divorce, the loss of a job, money or income, illness, depression, or feeling unfulfilled. Emily explains how to embrace adversity; how adversity forces you to live life to your fullest potential by forcing you to unleash your greatness; and how to respond positively towards adversity in order to usher in a new life that is purposeful, fulfilling and victorious. Emily shares powerful insights to lead you towards soaring like Eagle.
The Civil Rights era is the backdrop to this story of a black college soccer team who played their hearts out to overcome racial injustice in 1970s USA. Stocked with some of the best Caribbean and African players of the era, the Howard University Bison went on to win two national championships under the martial discipline of Coach Lincoln Tiger Phillips. The Tiger made history by becoming the first college coach to win an NCAA championship for a Historically Black University, when the Bison stormed to the 1971 and 1974 titles. He is a former professional goalkeeper who did his utmost to repel the sorcery of Brazilian maestro Pel in the early days of professional soccer in the United States, and helped take Trinidad & Tobago to bronze at the 1967 Pan Am Games. This biography crackles with anecdotes of Coach Phillipss life. From his roller skating, Carnival costume-wearing boyhood in Trinidad to his days as the nickname-bestowing soccer coach who expects his players to excel, academically and athletically, Above And Beyond will transport the reader from the tears of tough losses to the euphoria of two national titles. Read the story of an athlete and soldier so exhausted from long days of training for competition that he cant polish his army boots when he returns to base, and learn about the man who finds the ideal slogan to rally the embattled Howard team to a second national title after theyre stripped of the first.
USA Today Bestseller Publishers Weekly Bestseller "Prepare to be captivated, moved, and ultimately uplifted by a tale that reminds us that we are stronger than we think.” —Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, author and OPI co-founder “[Karena] shows us how to liberate ourselves from the grip of those experiences that all too often limit our chances to live life to the fullest. This book is . . . truly a gift of love.” —Mike Love, lead singer and lyricist of The Beach Boys "When you open Rise Above the Story, be prepared for a demanding journey. And be open to a fresh and joyful destination.” —Richard Celeste, former governor of Ohio and author of In the Heart of It All What do we do when the pain of the past is too much to bear? When trauma and shame overwhelm us? When we feel empty and worthless despite our success and daily triumphs? We rise above our story. Before Karena Kilcoyne was a successful criminal defense attorney, trauma defined her early life. Her mother tried to give her away at birth. Her father went to a federal penitentiary when she was 12, leaving the family poverty-stricken and Karena to care for her siblings and her mentally unstable mother. After her mother died, she adopted her 9-year-old brother and graduated from law school at the age of 24. She fought for the freedom of others while imprisoning herself in self-doubt, depression, and anxiety. Existing only in survival mode, she repeatedly recounted the stories she’d written about herself: that she would never be enough, that she could never be happy. In Rise Above the Story, Karena shares with raw vulnerability how she rose above her stories of abandonment, worthlessness, and shame. She’ll help you let go of your own past by embracing every beautiful, imperfect piece of yourself—no matter what your story looks like. She’ll teach you how to: Acknowledge your story. Identify the story that’s limiting your life. Release your story. Discover how your story took over your life by unearthing your repressed fear and shame. Rise above your story. Explore how your hardships can serve you and learn how to finally love yourself unconditionally. Rising above your story will empower you to live the life of your dreams. Karena’s beautifully simple, yet powerful, formula offers emotional freedom and unfettered joy when you’re ready to embrace the vibrant, worthy, and lovable person you truly are. Your past doesn’t define you—you do. It’s time to rise above your story and live the authentic life you deserve.
Tammy Lofink, a wife and mother of two children, experienced a parent's worst nightmare. At the tender age of 18, her son, Robert Mason Lofink, died of a drug overdose. The grief, suffering and turmoil which followed were almost too much to bear. Tammy decided that she had to change the direction of her life after her son was gone. She co-founded Rising Above Addiction, which raises funds for urgently-needed treatment for addiction. Her son's legacy lives on through her vision to help other people, so that they never have to go through the pain she and her family have experienced and continue to endure.Reclaiming My Life is a poignant and triumphant journey through the loss of a child. It is also an introduction to the world of addiction through the eyes of people who have overcome the battle. The book is a testament to the ability to survive, cope and rise above even the most difficult circumstances in life.Tammy openly tells the story of her other life experiences, which shaped her along the way. Her wisdom, her courage and her bravery are sure to provide the hope which can help others who seek inner peace after a tragedy.Young people who are using drugs, adults whose pain medication has led to addiction, parents of youth who are worried, as well as family, friends and loved ones, will be riveted by Tammy's personal storytelling style. With each turn of the page, Tammy surprises, engages and comforts the reader through his or her journey.
Rising Above the Ashes will compassionately guide you through your grief and help you to identify what brings you joy. You will learn how to grieve your loss-whether it's of a loved one, your beloved family pet, a business relationship, or big job or client-and identify and reignite your joy. You will also learn that grief doesn't define who you are. This book will help you to grieve on your own terms-to cry through it, lift you up, and reignite your passion for life. If you're willing to do the work to heal, there will be joy after all of this overwhelm and chaos. If you're ready to get out of the overwhelm you may be experiencing and begin the journey to healing your broken heart, this book is for you.
There are times in our life when we feel stuck. Our noble desires for a successful career and family life get bogged down or derailed by the challenges before us. Whether it be a difficult circumstance or our own limiting beliefs and fears, we can’t seem to get past what holds us back. Jay Coughlan was confronted with a personal hell that started with making a terrible choice to drive home after drinking with his father. This decision resulted in a horrific car crash that killed his dad. Jay provides a remarkable story of perseverance from convicted felon to successful CEO. Five Bold Choices helps you break free from the barriers that prevent you from realizing your untapped potential. What if the things you fear and avoid are portals to your success and significance as a leader at work and at home? No one seeks trials, but they can put us on a pathway toward realizing our true purpose and potential. In this book, Jay Coughlan and best-selling author Larry Julian map out five bold choices that can get you unstuck and enjoying the journey God intended for your life. This book will not only inspire you to triumph over your most challenging issues, it will provide a practical plan to persevere and realize the true potential that lies within you.
Shenica Coleman shares the inspiring true story of how she overcame adversity in Ladies Rise Above Your Emotions (published by AuthorHouse). Women of all backgrounds will find empowerment and self-appreciation through this powerful new book. Ladies Rise Above Your Emotions stands apart from other motivational books because of Coleman’s aggressive approach to pointing out the threats in women’s lives. She also gives clear direction to overcoming life’s obstacles and helping readers reach their full potential. Coleman developed the majority of her insights from her real life experiences with domestic abuse, losing a child and her mother’s drug addiction. Coleman’s struggles were difficult to conquer, but they provided her with a new strength that she willingly shares with readers. Her determination to press past her hardships taught her to love herself first. Ladies Rise Above Your Emotions not only divulges Coleman’s personal story, but it also includes research articles, poems and interactive lessons. Coleman emphasizes why it is crucial for women to use their inner strength and reasoning to move forward and live life to its fullest. Her story points out the surprising similarities between women of all ethnicities, social class and beliefs. Coleman explains why women are more valuable than commonly given credit for and why they are critical in helping society advance its nurturing perspective. Coleman speaks candidly about her experiences and how they affected her life. Her first-hand account of losing a child to abuse is truly moving. She allows readers to step into her shoes and ultimately find the same strength from within. Shenica Coleman was born in Dayton, Ohio and is now enrolled in an accelerated college to earn her Master of Business Administration and a degree in psychology. She has seven children. This is her first book in a seven part series.
Julie Rowe first gained national attention in 2014 with the publication of her books A Greater Tomorrow and The Time is Now. In those books she told of her near-death experience when she was taken to the Spirit World and was shown future world events. Julie also appeared on several radio talk shows to spread her message of the need to prepare for troubled times. The social media firestorm that followed was very intense, as supporters defended her and naysayers ridiculed her. Through it all, Julie stood by her story. Now Julie is ready to share more about her life. In this book, she explains that she has been a visionary person since childhood. She has also been through many trials that have shaped who she is, and why she knows her message is inspired from heaven. Julie Rowe received her Bachelor of Science degree from Brigham Young University in 1999, and her teaching certificate from the University of Saint Mary in 2010. She and her husband Jeff have three children and live in the
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