Reclaiming Life by Maureen Michele
Are you a parent of a chronically ill child who is struggling to manage overwhelming chaos? Do you feel lost in a world that revolves around navigating the health concerns of your child? Does worry lead your life - making you unable to achieve your personal goals?
Don’t feel hopeless! You can reclaim your life!
A beautiful piece of writing through the eyes of a mother and physician, Maureen Michele’s book explores the problems that parents with chronically ill children commonly face. She teaches about the foundation of resilience and the development of courage for parental advocacy. The book helps parents overcome self-neglect and discusses the strength of asking for help.
Told with personal stories, Reclaiming Life: A guide for parents of chronically ill children plunges into the mind of parents who become consumed with worry and fear when their children face medical challenges. With heart-warming stories and profound lessons, Maureen Michele shows parents how to create the life of their dreams despite their child’s challenges.
In this book, you will learn:
- Building resilience depends on the four Cs: consciousness (awareness), curiosity, commitment, and courage
- Being comfortable with disagreements develops courage and can help a parent advocate for their child
- Awareness of your thoughts allows you to organize them and manage your feelings of overwhelm, fear, and guilt
- Asking for support is a sign of strength, not weakness
- Practicing gratitude and celebrating accomplishments are important to keep positive momentum in our life
The personal stories and lessons in this book will help you navigate your role as a parent as well as inspire to take meaningful action to attain an exciting, peaceful, and joyful life. Read this book and uncover the ultimate secrets for overwhelmed parents to thrive in life with a purpose.