Download or read book From Shadows to Light My Journey Through Drugs and Darkness written by Yui Miura and published by FH NextGen. This book was released on 2024-07-15 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In her harrowing yet hopeful memoir, "From Shadows to Light: My Journey Through Drugs and Darkness," Yui Miura takes readers on a raw, unflinching journey through the darkest periods of her life. Born and raised in Japan, Yui was a promising student and a bright young woman with a future full of possibilities. However, her life took a drastic turn as she fell into the grip of addiction and found herself entangled in a world of drugs, crime, and despair. With brutal honesty and vulnerability, Yui recounts her descent into addiction, the struggles she faced, and the impact it had on her relationships and sense of self-worth. Her story is not just a tale of suffering; it is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Through sheer determination and the support of loved ones, Yui fought her way out of the shadows of addiction and began the arduous journey toward recovery. "From Shadows to Light" is more than just a memoir; it is an inspiring story of redemption and transformation. Yui's experiences shed light on the often misunderstood and stigmatized world of addiction, offering hope to those who are battling similar demons. Her journey from the depths of despair to a place of light and hope serves as a beacon of inspiration for anyone seeking to overcome their own struggles and find their way back to a life of purpose and fulfillment. In this candid and moving narrative, Yui Miura not only tells her story but also reaches out to those who are still in the darkness, offering them a glimpse of the light that awaits on the other side. "From Shadows to Light" is a compelling read for anyone interested in stories of survival, resilience, and the transformative power of hope.
Download or read book Shadows in the Sun written by Gayathri Ramprasad and published by Random House India. This book was released on 2014-10-13 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a young girl in Bangalore, Gayathri was surrounded by the fragrance of jasmine and flickering oil lamps, her family protected by gods and goddesses. But as she grew older, demons came forth from dark corners of her idyllic kingdom—with the scariest creatures lurking within her tortured mind. Shadows in the Sun traces Gayathri’s courageous battle with debilitating depression that consumed her from adolescence through marriage and a move to the United States. Her inspiring memoir provides a first-of-its-kind cross-cultural view of mental illness—how it is regarded in India and in America, and how she drew on both her rich Hindu heritage and Western medicine to find healing.
Download or read book MY JOURNEY THROUGH THE SHADOWS written by Dr. Al Zike and published by Dr. Al Zike. This book was released on 2024-07-25 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In My Journey Through the Shadows: Understanding and Overcoming Depression, the author provides a raw and revealing look at the silent battle many face with Depression. Structured around personal experiences and detailed insights, this book delves into every stage of recognizing, confronting, and living with Depression. From the initial confusion and isolation to seeking help and finding renewal in relationships and personal achievements, each chapter serves as a step on a transformative journey. The author shares not only the dark days and challenges but also the moments of breakthroughs and the strategies that offered a new lease on life. This is more than just a story; it's a roadmap for anyone looking to understand the depths of Depression and find a way toward the light, inspiring hope, and transformation.
Download or read book Meeting the Shadow written by Connie Zweig and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1991-04-01 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author offers exploration of self and practical guidance dealing with the dark side of personality based on Jung's concept of "shadow," or the forbidden and unacceptable feelings and behaviors each of us experience.
Download or read book Walking in Darkness Then the Light written by David M. Butler and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2021-09-14 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Walking in Darkness then the Light is a true story about my addiction to drugs and how drugs tried to take my life more ways than one. I grew up in a small town in Iowa and very against drugs during my high school days. I was a shy, nerdy athlete. My second year of college, I broke down and tried pot when I was a little depressed. I was instantly addicted and wanted more and more ever since. I feel all drugs are gateway drugs. My addiction started with alcohol and then weed, cocaine, and lastly, crack cocaine. I got addicted to crack the beginning of July of 2004. I was a teacher then and never expected to be so controlled by a drug before the start of the school year. The month of July, I don't think I slept more than ten hours, so when the school year started the beginning of August, I was already in bad shape. The first semester was hell, and the second semester was worse, and I was on the brink of death. Before that happened, I was arrested on March 1, 2005, which was three weeks after my fortieth birthday. After the arrest, the next five years were difficult, and I decided to commit suicide. I went home for Christmas one last time in 2010, and then I had a plan to walk into the Gulf of Mexico, never to be seen again in 2011. I went to midnight Mass on Christmas eve of 2010, and that is when I saw the light of the Holy Spirit, and that beautiful radiant light changed my life forever. The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit are real!
Download or read book Rising from The Shadows written by Bernardo Bronstein and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-01-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the pages of "Rising from the Shadows: My Journey of Redemption overcoming Drug Addiction," I invite you to join me on an intimate odyssey through the labyrinth of despair and the triumphant ascent into a life reclaimed. This is not just a story; it's a testament to the resilience that resides within, a chronicle of my battles with drug addiction and the ultimate victory over the shadows that threatened to consume me. As you delve into the narrative, you'll witness the descent into the heart of addiction, navigating the vibrant streets of Caracas, Venezuela, and the shadowy corners of my own struggles. From the initial encounter with substances to the harrowing embrace of crack cocaine, the journey is laid bare-a journey that transformed the vibrancy of Caracas into a haunting backdrop for the chaos within. But this book is not a chronicle of despair; it's a testament to the human spirit's capacity for redemption. The narrative takes an unexpected turn as it crosses continents, finding solace and renewal amidst the sunlit shores of Miami, Florida. Here, the mosaic of recovery takes shape, and the shadows begin to dissipate. Chapters unfold, each marking a pivotal moment in my journey. From the breaking point that spurred change to the exodus from familiar haunts, the narrative weaves through the alleys of addiction, painting a vivid picture of the struggle to reclaim a life lost to substances. But as shadows give way to light, the vibrant cityscape of Miami becomes the canvas for a profound transformation. The latter chapters resonate with the echoes of recovery-the emergence from darkness into the radiant embrace of sobriety that paved the way to a renewed existence. Rebuilding bridges, embracing sobriety, and forging connections with loved ones become the pillars of my recovery. This is not just a journey of overcoming addiction; it's a testament to the power of forgiveness, self-discovery, and the enduring belief that one can rise from the darkest depths. In the epilogue, the echoes of my journey linger, offering a reminder that no matter how challenging life may seem, redemption is always within reach-one step, one day at a time. "Rising from the Shadows: My Journey of Redemption overcoming Drug Addiction" is not just my story; it's an exploration of the universal themes of resilience, hope, and the unwavering human spirit's capacity for redemption. Join me as we rise from the shadows together.
Download or read book A Shadow Bright and Burning Kingdom on Fire Book One written by Jessica Cluess and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2016-09-20 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Vivid characters, terrifying monsters, and world building as deep and dark as the ocean." --Victoria Aveyard, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Red Queen I am Henrietta Howel. The first female sorcerer in hundreds of years. The prophesied one. Or am I? Henrietta Howel can burst into flames. Forced to reveal her power to save a friend, she's shocked when instead of being executed, she's invited to train as one of Her Majesty's royal sorcerers. Thrust into the glamour of Victorian London, Henrietta is declared the chosen one, the girl who will defeat the Ancients, bloodthirsty demons terrorizing humanity. She also meets her fellow sorcerer trainees, handsome young men eager to test her power and her heart. One will challenge her. One will fight for her. One will betray her. But Henrietta Howel is not the chosen one. As she plays a dangerous game of deception, she discovers that the sorcerers have their own secrets to protect. With battle looming, what does it mean to not be the one? And how much will she risk to save the city—and the one she loves? Exhilarating and gripping, Jessica Cluess's spellbinding fantasy introduces a powerful, unforgettably heroine, and a world filled with magic, romance, and betrayal. Hand to fans of Libba Bray, Sarah J. Maas, and Cassandra Clare. "The magic! The intrigue! The guys! We were sucked into this monster-ridden, alternative England from page one. Henrietta is literally a 'girl on fire' and this team of sorcerers training for battle had a pinch of Potter blended with a drop of [Cassandra Clare's] Infernal Devices." --Justine Magazine "Cluess gamely turns the chosen-one trope upside down in this smashing dark fantasy." --Publishers Weekly, Starred Review "Unputdownable. I loved the monsters, the magic, and the teen warriors who are their world's best hope! Jessica Cluess is an awesome storyteller!" --Tamora Pierce, #1 New York Times bestselling author "A fun, inventive fantasy. I totally have a book crush on Rook." --Sarah Rees Brennan, New York Times bestselling author "Pure enchantment. I love how Cluess turned the 'chosen one' archetype on its head. With the emotional intensity of my favorite fantasy books, this is the kind of story that makes you forget yourself." --Roshani Chokshi, New York Times bestselling author of The Star-Touched Queen "A glorious, fast-paced romp of an adventure. Jessica Cluess has built her story out of my favorite ingredients: sorcery, demons, romance, and danger." --Kelly Link, author of Pretty Monsters
Download or read book David s Inferno written by David Blistein and published by Hatherleigh Press. This book was released on 2013-03-26 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Combining personal anecdotes with the latest scientific research, this searingly honest memoir sheds new light on the darkness of depression Millions people suffer from major depressive episodes. All of them want relief but, more importantly, most simply want to know that they are not alone. With gentle wry humor and a compassionate tone, David's Inferno offers a tale of realization, acceptance, and hope. It is neither prescriptive nor opinionated, seeing all forms of therapy as potentially beneficial in the continuum of care. Combining intensely personal reminiscences of a two-year nervous breakdown with contemporary insights on how manic-depression manifests and how it is diagnosed and treated; David Blistein shares his experiences to shed light on the darkness of depression for fellow travelers as well as those who care about them. David's Inferno serves as an ideal book for friends and family of those suffering from depression, helping them to better understand what their loved ones are experiencing. “Blistein takes us into the heart of his Inferno and combs through clinical and scientific literature to create a vivid, unforgettable image of this very personal form of hell.” —Siddhartha Mukherjee, Pulitzer Prize winning author of The Emperor of All Maladies
Download or read book Living a Transformed Life written by LCADC MA. HEGGS and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-17 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a riveting account of a person whose life was plagued by addiction to drugs. The context of her story will compel you to arise from the ashes of your life. The book is a compilation of events that led her on a road to destruction. Through her journey of faith and hope, she was able to triumph through the difficult storms that she had succumbed to. Are you looking for a new pathway to life? This book will give you insight on how to gain a new perspective on your challenges in life. This book is a must-read for those who are struggling with drug addiction, alcohol abuse, or traumatic events, from their past that have not been resolved.
Download or read book Light in the Shadows written by A. Meredith Walters and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-01-20 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the bestselling sequel to Find You in the Dark, A. Meredith Walters continues the emotional story of Maggie, Clay, and the power of unconditional love. How do you keep going when you feel like your life is over? Maggie never thought she’d see Clay again. So, she attempts to put her life back together after her heart has been shattered to pieces. Moving on and moving forward, just as Clay wanted her to. Clay never stopped thinking of Maggie. Even after ripping their lives apart and leaving her behind to get the help he so desperately needed. He is healing…slowly. But his heart still belongs to the girl who tried to save him. When a sudden tragedy brings Maggie and Clay face-to-face again, nothing is the same. Yet some things never change. Can the darkness that threatened to consume them be transformed into something else and finally give them what they always wanted? And can two people who fought so hard to be together, finally find their happiness? Or will their demons and fear drive them apart for good? The thing about love is that even when it destroys you, it has a way of mending what is broken. And in the shadows, you can still see the light.
Download or read book JOURNEY INTO DARKNESS written by Charles Ray Brady and published by Outskirts Press. This book was released on 2021-08-31 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As Ben lay there in his semi-conscious state, his body racked with pain from head to toe, the intensely bright light that hung above him seemed to bore itself into his very soul. It happened so quickly and without warning causing him to catapult over the handlebars of his bicycle coming to a bone-crushing heap at the side of the road. He’d only caught a glimpse out of the corner of his eye of an object being thrown before it clocked him to the side of his head leaving him with clouded thoughts of WHY ME?! An angry familiar voice by the gurney where he lay in the emergency room muttered a vivid threat through gritted teeth, “When I get ahold of that kid, I’ll beat the living tar out of him!” “No you won’t son, you’re not that kind of boy.” For Ben Okura, being Japanese American took on a whole new meaning as he was to become one of the homeland’s first civilian casualties of World War II. Ben didn’t know it yet; but, at that moment, he’d already started down an unimaginable darkened road filled with intrigue, danger, and adventure to places he’d never been. He would have to settle up with fate and meet his destiny.
Download or read book These Wilds Beyond Our Fences written by Bayo Akomolafe and published by North Atlantic Books. This book was released on 2017-11-14 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tackling some of the world’s most profound questions through the intimate lens of fatherhood, Bayo Akomolafe embarks on a journey of discovery as he maps the contours of the spaces between himself and his three-year-old daughter, Alethea. In a narrative that manages to be both intricate and unguarded, he discovers that something as commonplace as becoming a father is a cosmic event of unprecedented proportions. Using this realization as a touchstone, he is led to consider the strangeness of his own soul, contemplate the myths and rituals of modernity, ask questions about food and justice, ponder what it means to be human, evaluate what we can do about climate change, and wonder what our collective yearnings for a better world tell us about ourselves. These Wilds Beyond Our Fences is a passionate attempt to make sense of our disconnection in a world where it is easy to feel untethered and lost. It is a father’s search for meaning, for a place of belonging, and for reassurance that the world will embrace and support our children once we are gone.
Download or read book Out of the Shadows written by Patrick J Carnes and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2009-06-21 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the revised information and up-to-date research, Out of the Shadows is the premier work on sex addiction, written by a pioneer in its treatment. Sex is at the core of our identities. And when it becomes a compulsion, it can unravel our lives. Out of the Shadows is the premier work on this disorder, written by a pioneer in its treatment. Revised and updated to include the latest research--and to address the exploding phenomenon of cybersex addiction--this third edition identifies the danger signs, explains the dynamics, and describes the consequences of sexual addiction and dependency. With practical wisdom and spiritual clarity, it points the way out of the shadows of sexual compulsion and back into the light and fullness of life.
Download or read book A Shadow in the City written by Charles Bowden and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2006-07 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Joey O'Shay is not the real name of the narcotics agent in an unnamed city in the center of the country. But Joey O'Shay exists. The nearly three hundred drug busts he has orchestrated over more than two decades are real, too; if the drug war were a declared war, O'Shay would have a Silver Star. With nerves and mastery worthy of his subject, Charles Bowden follows O'Shay as he sets in motion his latest conquest, a $50 million heroin deal that originates in Colombia and has federal agents sitting at attention from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., to New York City. As it unfolds, O'Shay reveals the unerring instinct and ceaseless vigilance that have led him through minefields and brought down kingpins. But now they have led him to a place where it isn't so clear who the heroes are or what the fight has been for. And still the warrior fights on, in a murky and unforgiving landscape readers will not be able to forget.
Download or read book Cursed By Dark Shadows written by Gloria Marshall and published by Book Venture Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2017-04-28 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Three year old Geoffrey Garland is caught up in 18th century English society’s web when government workers snatch him from his poor family and place him in a wealthy lord’s home. Riches he never dreamed of lay at his feet but he must learn to play a wicked game with his guardian. Introduced to a dark world, he grows up filled with hatred. His travels take him to mysterious India where his dark side flourishes and he becomes wealthy. Seeking to be rid of his darkness, he seeks redemption. Adventure, suspense and forbidden love follows his path. Can Lord Geoffrey shake his dark shadows or will they consume him? It is a battle that will thrill and haunt you.
Download or read book Dreaming Through Darkness written by Charlie Morley and published by Hay House UK Limited. This book was released on 2017 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The shadow is the part of us made up of all that we hide from others: our shame, our fears and our wounds, but also our divine spirit, our blinding beauty and our hidden talents. The shadow is not bad in fact it is the source of our creativity and power but until we bring it into the light this power will remain untapped and our full potential unreached. Using practical exercises sourced from lucid dreaming and dream-work, Tibetan Buddhism and mindfulness meditation, this book explores how to: transform the dark and light shadow side, meet the shadow through your dreams, unlock your creativity and transform nightmares through lucid dreaming. This book will show you how to fearlessly embrace your shadow side in both your dreams and daily life, thereby manifesting the awakened power of your full potential.
Download or read book My Journey with Thoroughbreds written by Howard Hamilton and published by Partridge Publishing Singapore. This book was released on 2020-01-09 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jamaica was captured from Spain by the British in 1655, and by 1752, the island was already developing an enviable reputation for breeding race horses. The book offers a tour d'horizon of thoroughbred horse racing in Jamaica from those early days to the present, presenting its problems and its possibilities from the point of view of one of the country's most seasoned experts. A special feature of the publication is the Jamaica Derby Gallery. In 2020, the Jamaica Derby will be run for the 100th consecutive year. Race statistics, and with only very few exceptions, a commentary on the race and a representative image are presented, providing for lovers of the sport a unique and fascinating record of a century of first class racing in Jamaica.
