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To Brian, Michaela, Anna, Rachel and Kaitlyn
You believed in me, even when I couldn’t.
Contents
Chapter 2: What is Depression?
Chapter 3: God’s Word and Depression
The Power and Importance of God’s Word in Fighting Depression
Chapter 4: When Others Fail Us
How to Keep Walking Even When You Feel Alone
Your Worth and a 20-dollar Bill
Chapter 5: Practical Steps Towards Wholeness
Chapter 6: Help for the Hard Days
Letting Go of What I Can’t Control
Staying Consistent with Daily Habits
Keep Leaning into the Discomfort of Healing
Chapter 7: Re-engaging in Life
Acknowledgments
Writing a book is a daunting task. Doing so with your heart wide open is another matter entirely. To my husband, Brian, who saw this book before it was even written. Who believed in me even when I didn’t believe in myself. You lifted me up when I was lying shattered on the ground and loved me anyways. For my girls who loved me at my best and made me smile at my worst, for you I am grateful. It was for each of you that I dared to fight for brighter days.
For my counselor, Lynn, who helped me put on my fighting gloves and coached me as I stepped into the ring. Every time I didn’t think I could go on, you were there to help me fight another day. God brought you into my life at just the right time. For that I am thankful.
To my mom and dad, who taught me how to fight forward and dig in with grit until I made it to the other side.
To my mom-in-law who was a prayer warrior on my behalf. Indeed, the prayers of a righteous person avail much.
To those who coached me along the way as I got back up on my feet, who championed me