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You Are a Queen: Transform Your Pain into Power
Celia Anzalone Bowers went from a drug addict hooked on methamphetamine and cocaine to a pageant queen, Love Waits for You podcast host, TEDx speaker, nationally ranked-triathlete, mother, committed spouse, published author, and a multi-million-dollar business entrepreneur.
After surviving a traumatic childhood accompanied with abandonment, sexual abuse, drug abuse, and physically and verbally abusive relationships, Celia overcame her trauma and all the ways she coped with it—overachieving, people-pleasing, and addictive behaviors—by transforming her pain into her power and healing herself—body, mind, and soul.
If someone would have told her twenty years ago that she would found a nonprofit that touches countless lives, continually be featured on local talk shows across Tennessee for inspiring others, write not one, but three books—much less, use her voice at all—she would have thought they had lost their mind.
She didn’t believe she could ever “come back.”
Two decades ago, Celia had no concept of what she was capable of—what anyone is capable of—because no one had shown her the way.
Trapped in her own darkness, Celia had to feel her way to the light.
Ultimately, Celia realized the healing had resided within her the entire time. She will show you so that you may see to believe for yourself—if she could turn her pain into power—anyone can.
No matter where you are in your healing journey, you will find hope and practical guidance in You Are a Transform Your Pain into Power.
Whether you are struggling with a break-up, some form of addiction, a lifetime of trauma, financial struggles, a loss of someone or something, or simply searching for a new way to live and to feel less “stuck,” this book will offer you strategies for not only some relief, but for your lasting healing.
After surviving a traumatic childhood accompanied with abandonment, sexual abuse, drug abuse, and physically and verbally abusive relationships, Celia overcame her trauma and all the ways she coped with it—overachieving, people-pleasing, and addictive behaviors—by transforming her pain into her power and healing herself—body, mind, and soul.
If someone would have told her twenty years ago that she would found a nonprofit that touches countless lives, continually be featured on local talk shows across Tennessee for inspiring others, write not one, but three books—much less, use her voice at all—she would have thought they had lost their mind.
She didn’t believe she could ever “come back.”
Two decades ago, Celia had no concept of what she was capable of—what anyone is capable of—because no one had shown her the way.
Trapped in her own darkness, Celia had to feel her way to the light.
Ultimately, Celia realized the healing had resided within her the entire time. She will show you so that you may see to believe for yourself—if she could turn her pain into power—anyone can.
No matter where you are in your healing journey, you will find hope and practical guidance in You Are a Transform Your Pain into Power.
Whether you are struggling with a break-up, some form of addiction, a lifetime of trauma, financial struggles, a loss of someone or something, or simply searching for a new way to live and to feel less “stuck,” this book will offer you strategies for not only some relief, but for your lasting healing.
188 pages, Paperback
Published October 1, 2024
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January 13, 2025
Emotional journey full of twists and turns and hope
Not every story is a straight happily ever after, even when we've achieved great things, we still have demons we struggle with. Celia's story is one of resilience and fortitude to keep going despite the inner dialogue. Her story is harrowing, yet always with a glimmer of redemption. The self-introspection is refreshing. This raw memoir/devotional/workbook will have you looking deep into the recesses of your soul and asking hard questions so you can come out a queen on the other side.
Not every story is a straight happily ever after, even when we've achieved great things, we still have demons we struggle with. Celia's story is one of resilience and fortitude to keep going despite the inner dialogue. Her story is harrowing, yet always with a glimmer of redemption. The self-introspection is refreshing. This raw memoir/devotional/workbook will have you looking deep into the recesses of your soul and asking hard questions so you can come out a queen on the other side.
February 25, 2025
Pain into Power
What a powerful & beautifully written book. I couldn’t put it down. There were so many areas that were relatable to my own life & experiences. God is amazing! I love how he’s working through her to touch others, reach others, offer healing & bring awareness to addictions, sexual predators, abusers, and more. As women (and children) we need to speak up!!
What a powerful & beautifully written book. I couldn’t put it down. There were so many areas that were relatable to my own life & experiences. God is amazing! I love how he’s working through her to touch others, reach others, offer healing & bring awareness to addictions, sexual predators, abusers, and more. As women (and children) we need to speak up!!
January 28, 2026
This book speaks directly to anyone who has walked through pain and refused to stay there. You Are a Queen reminds you of your worth while giving you the courage to turn hardship into strength. The message feels sincere, empowering, and easy to connect with. I finished this book feeling encouraged and reminded of the power that already lives inside me.
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