Out of nowhere, the storms of life hit us without warning. The loss of a loved one, a broken relationship, loss of a job and properties. A terrible accident, illness or the failure of a business. This is tough challenges that people all over the world are being confronted with daily in their respective life. We don’t have the power to choose what happens to us, neither can we as humans choose the nature and severity of the problems and challenges that confronts us every day. But one thing we sure can do, and has the power to control is the way we respond to these challenges and how we fight through it. Life is like an ocean and every one of us are born sailors, sailing through this ocean. Everybody shall one day encounter a storm, be it the wealthy, the educated, the poor, the uneducated, the single or married, the sick or healthy. The storms of life is not a respecter of race, religion or country of birth but rather a respecter of courage, boldness, persistent, firmness of purpose and positive attitude. Walking tall in tough times, is a book that will certainly arm and spur you to take tough decisions and actions necessary to bring about a change in your life. It will also help you change your negative perceptions and response to the challenges you are going through and put you on a part to true success. The principles and practical steps that are outlined in this book is not based on head knowledge, but rather are founded on experiential knowledge and scriptural examples that will certainly leave transformed. This book will undoubtedly stir you to leave your comfort zone to your rightful place of influence and power. It will forge you to become uncomfortable with mediocrity and average existence. Buckle up as I take you through this journey of self-freedom and reawakening. Happy read.

A SURVIVAL GUIDE TO GROWING UP SHORT. Part science book, part memoir—a book for everyone concerned about looking (or feeling) different. When veteran journalist John Schwartz took a close look at famous height studies, he made a surprising discovery: being short doesn't have to be a disadvantage! Part advice book, part memoir, and part science primer, this fascinating book explores the marketing, psychology, and mythology behind our obsession with height and delivers a reassuring message to kids of all types that they can walk tall—whatever it is that makes them different. Short is a 2011 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.

Tree, a six-foot-three-inch twelve-year-old, copes with his parents' recent divorce and his failure as an athlete by helping his grandfather, a Vietnam vet and recent amputee, and Sophie, a new girl at school.

"I have been in search of a book . that lifts me in celebration of who I am as an African-American woman and my blessed connection to other women of color, to all women, to all people; a book that teaches me in testimony that I must, and can, take charge of the health of my soul and, therefore, awake each morning ready to live in faith, in love, in compassion with others . I need search no longer. Walk Tall is that book." -Gloria Wade-Gayles, author of My Soul is a Witness "Brice looks at the commonalities and shared spirituality of people of color . the true essence of our spiritual journey on Earth." -Ben Nighthorse Campbell, former U.S. Senator The 366 affirmations collected here celebrate cultural diversity and the drive, determination, and accomplishments of people of color. These daily thoughts help readers challenge internalized racism and nurture personal responsibility and self-love.

Deemed too small for his school Gaelic football team at the age of fourteen, Rob Heffernan took up race walking on a whim. Driven by a fiercely competitive nature and a dogged desire to be the best, he strode his way to the pinnacle of the sport, winning bronze in the London 2012 Olympics and becoming world champion in Moscow in 2013. In 2016, he became the first athlete to represent Ireland at the Olympic Games for a fifth time. In this no-holds-barred account, Rob describes his battles with injury, depression and poverty on his way to the top. Even when at his best, he found himself cheated out of medals by those who crossed the dark line into doping. He candidly tells of the confrontations with Athletics Ireland and the Irish Sports Council that raged in the background to his struggle for that prestigious Olympic medal. This is the inside story of how one boy's dream led him from the council flats of his tough upbringing to the winners' podium. It is also a heartfelt chronicle of the sometimes nightmare-ridden journey to become a top athlete in this gruelling sport.

In a world that associates stature, physical perfection, and race with a person's value, "Walking Tall" is about harnessing the power of self-worth as experienced by an African American, gay, Christian man who also just happens to be a dwarf. From early lessons in the deep south to escapades as Donald Duck at Walt Disney World to the Skittles-ridden cat and mouse games on his psychologist's couch, and finally to the finish line of accepting and loving himself, "Walking Tall" is brisk reading, full of charm, and has a devilish sense of humor. For anyone who has ever felt the slightest bit uncomfortable in their own skin, has been afraid to wrestle personal demons into submission or may have missed the directional signs while walking their own road less traveled, "Walking Tall" is a globe-trotting journey to self-acceptance.

Offers guidance to parents on how to raise children in today's world, citing the challenges faced by people during the biblical lifetime of Daniel while sharing advice on how to instill protective values. Original.

A psychologist specializing in fear whittles down his experience into 100 simple tips and inspirational messages Each day do something small that scares you. Choose to be wrong. Be selfish once a week. Sometimes it's hard to stand tall—the world can seem daunting, even to those who seem confident and capable. This collection is for those moments of second-guessing or outright terror that everyone experiences, and will help readers tap into their inner courage to tackle the challenges of daily life and embrace compassion. From things as simple as "Write down your fears" to the surprising "Chocolate can help fear," these tips offer reassuring ways to take control of one's life. Organized with a thought per page and coupled with inspirational quotes, this book will inspire readers to live life to the fullest by choosing to think big, break free from limitations, face fears, celebrate successes, and walk tall.

The purpose of this book is to challenge the reader to raise the bar and embrace the times which we live with a different attitude. It is important that we accelerate and transcend our thinking to embrace the turbulent hours. In each chapter we unpack strategies & techniques to help the reader outlast, outlive, and advance during difficult times. Tough times call for tough people and only the tough people will survive.

I invite you to follow your dreams and dont stop until you reach them. Learn as many new things as possible, make mistakes, but more importantly, learn from those mistakes. This book will be the light to shine down on your path, as well as give you guidance and support. I was supported through my tough times, so now it is time to put all that I have learnt into a book and give something back. Follow your dreams, and become the best version of you! Harvesting the Future will help you with many areas of your life as you grow into the person you are destined to become. Whether you need guidance on relationships, setting goals, identifying true friends, planning the trip of a lifetime, or understanding the power of positive thinking, Adam is here to share his previous experiences and stories.