Made to Overcome - Mental Health Edition #2: Stories of Triumph Over Trauma & Anxiety

by Chou Hallegra, Hope Naysha, Louis Bianco

“ I can say “I have PTSD” as readily as I can say “I have asthma.” It is a good feeling to be breaking the stigma of what the picture of mental illness looks like.” Kirsten Marie Peterson, Author “ My challenges do not have to be a negative thing anymore. I can use my experiences to help others.” Domonique Jackson-Rodriguez, Author “ We need to be mindful of our own personal mental health so we can, in turn, support those we love and care for” Tracy Loken Weber, Author “ I want to live in a community when I no longer fear inaccurate perceptions. I want to prove that I am more than my diagnosis.” Louis Bianco, Author

161 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 23, 2020

About the author

Hello! I'm Chou (pronounced like "Shoe" :) - What were my parents thinking? I guess they didn't realize that I would end up across the globe and the "Little Sweety" will end up being "footwear" in a different part of the world. Oh well, I'm still "Chou".

I am a best-selling author, speaker, master life coach; as well as mental health and diversity/inclusion consultant. I love visiting historical sites and new towns, taking back roads, and enjoying a sunset or sunrise. I like to hang out around water, beaches and rivers take my breath away. Dark chocolate, Chinese food, and mint chocolate chip ice cream are my weakness.

My kids are my world and the world is my playground :)

Reviews

[Kirsten Marie Peterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a co-author of this book I must admit I am biased in this review. I was proud to stand with these other authors as we bravely told our stories in an effort to help others as they navigate their way from mental illness to mental health. The stories are quick reads, but intense at times. The book is nice as each chapter stands alone, so if time is limited you can pick up the book and just read one chapter at a time.