Living in this world is hard, no matter the point in history or the
dominant culture which governs how society conducts itself.
Wars, famine, political corruption, economic depression, social injustice,
civil unrest, all of which leads to the spiritual, personal unrest of the
human soul.
And it makes us wonder... How do I, as a person, and we as human beings, work
together individually yet collectively to make the world a better place for
those who live here today and for those who will be born into this world
tomorrow?
Aspiring author Phillip Anderson, author of The Needs of the Heart, provides
deep insight into the human emotional spectrum as well as giving deep
introspective insight into the emotions and principles he believes people of
all races, religions, ethnicities, and demographic backgrounds need to not
only make themselves better people, but the world a better place.
About the Author
Hello, my name is Phillip Anderson. I am a young Author from New York
City. My love for writing started when I was 16 years old when I was writing
in my journals rather than thinking about publishing a book as a professional
Author. I graduated high school in 2014 and later in that year was accepted
into Morehouse College where I would graduate with a Bachelors degree in
Kinesiology. However, It wasn't until I was in grad school where my passion
for writing truly took hold. After completing the first year of my 2 year
master's program, I dropped out of the program to pursue my passion of
writing. A year and a half later, I would go on to complete and publish my
first book titled The needs of the Heart in 2020 with the intent to pursue
writing as a full time endeavor.
What if your pain wasn’t holding you back… but pushing you
forward?
From abuse and neglect to crime, addiction, prison, and crushing
debt—Patrick Simiglai’s story is not just about survival.
It’s about transformation.
In Fueled By Pain, ultra-endurance athlete and mental performance coach
Patrick Simiglai shares how he rebuilt his life from the ground up using
discipline, resilience, and 23 powerful mental techniques designed to help you
do the same.
This is not a motivational quick fix.
This is a blueprint for real, lasting change.
Inspired by elite forces like the Danish Frogman Corps, Patrick pushed himself
through extreme physical challenges—ultramarathons, rope climbs, and
marathon swims—discovering that the real battle isn’t in the
body… it’s in the mind.
Inside this powerful book, you’ll discover how to:
• Master your inner dialogue and stop self-sabotage
• Build discipline that lasts beyond motivation
• Develop unshakable mental resilience under pressure
• Break free from addiction, fear, and limiting beliefs
• Turn pain, discomfort, and resistance into your greatest advantage
• Create long-term success through integrity and self-trust
Patrick’s journey—from chaos to clarity—proves that no
matter where you start, you can rebuild your life. Today, he is a successful
entrepreneur, endurance athlete, and mentor helping others unlock their
potential and take control of their lives.
His message is simple—but powerful:
You don’t need a new life. You need a new relationship with yourself.
Pain, resistance, and discomfort are not signs that you’re on the wrong
path. Often, they are proof that you’re walking in the direction of
growth. You don’t have to feel ready. You just have to show up honestly
and keep your word to yourself—especially on the days when no one is
watching.
Review
A heartfelt and inspiring account of personal resilience. Patrick Simiglai writes with sincerity, allowing readers to see both the hardships he endured and the determination that helped him push through them.
The memoir is filled with reflections on self-esteem and the importance of refusing to give up when circumstances seem overwhelming.
While the experiences are deeply personal, the themes are universal. Readers can pull inspiration from these words.
About the Author
Patrik Simiglai is a Danish ultra-endurance athlete, mental performance
coach, and speaker dedicated to helping individuals transform their lives
through discipline, resilience, and powerful inner dialogue. As the author of
Fueled By Pain, Patrick shares a raw and deeply personal journey of overcoming
adversity and building mental strength from the inside out.
Competing in some of the world’s most grueling ultra-endurance
races—including 200- and 300-mile events across deserts, mountains, and
extreme terrain—Patrick has developed a unique approach to mental
toughness rooted in real-world experience. His work bridges the gap between
extreme physical performance and everyday personal growth, offering practical
tools for leaders, athletes, and teams to perform under pressure with
integrity and consistency.
Patrick’s path to success was anything but conventional. Growing up in a
childhood marked by abuse and later struggling with drug and alcohol
addiction, he understands firsthand the challenges of feeling trapped by your
own thoughts. His transformation—from chaos and self-destruction to
purpose-driven achievement—forms the foundation of his coaching,
speaking, and writing.
Through his work, Patrick emphasizes that true growth begins with mastering
your inner dialogue. His philosophy is simple yet powerful: you don’t
need a new life—you need a new relationship with yourself. By embracing
discomfort, taking responsibility, and committing to disciplined action, he
teaches others how to unlock their full potential and create lasting change.
Originally written in Danish and later rewritten in English as a personal
challenge, Fueled By Pain reflects Patrick’s belief that growth comes
from stepping outside your comfort zone and committing to the process, even
when it’s difficult. Drawing from years of journaling, coaching, and
extreme endurance experiences, the book delivers 23 mental techniques designed
to help readers build resilience, overcome self-doubt, and achieve long-term
success.
Today, Patrick Simiglai works with individuals and organizations worldwide,
inspiring others to confront their limits, strengthen their mindset, and turn
pain into purpose.
A Practical Guide to Calm Anxiety & Stress, Build Copying Skills, Boost Confidence, Improve Communication, and Strengthen ...
Teens & Young Adult, Self-Help, Stress Management
Date Published: May 31, 2026
Publisher: Growth Mindset Publishing
There will always be times when life is stressful and overwhelming, but with the right tools and techniques in your back pocket, you can bounce back stronger every single time.
School is stressful, your social life is stressful, and the thought of the future is stressful.
Sometimes it seems as though everything is stressful.
If you’re feeling the pressure from every direction, you’re not alone.
Whether they admit it or not, most teens feel this. In fact, research has found that 83% consider school a major source of stress… and that’s before we even get to social media or your relationships with friends and family.
Since everyone’s dealing with it, you might have thought this is just something you have to live with, but did you know that there are things you can do to fortify yourself so that all the stress, anxiety, and overwhelm can roll off your shoulders like water off a duck’s back?
There are a ton of coping strategies that take no more than a few minutes to perform that will make a really big difference in how you handle it all.
Better yet, you can develop the skills that will make it easier to navigate relationships and social situations so that your anxiety doesn’t get so high in the first place.
You’re about to discover it all in this practical and engaging guide, and you’re bound to start noticing the difference immediately.
Inside, you’ll discover:
Exactly what stress is, why it happens, and how to catch it early
·Simple coping strategies for fast relief in any situation that has your heart racing or your mind swirling
How to stay present (and why this will make such a big difference)
What “the white bear effect” is, how it’s affecting your emotions, and what you can do to make all your big feelings easier to handle
How to rewrite your inner voice, bounce back stronger, and build an inner strength that will carry you through life
The art of healthy communication (with practical advice for dealing with conflict, setting boundaries, and much more)
The secret to staying organized without burning out (take the stress out of deadlines and overload)
Your complete social life survival guide: Make your interactions easier and less overwhelming both on and offline
What to do when you’re worried that your stress or anxiety is becoming too intense for you to handle on your own
Fun and practical activities to help you put your new skills into practice right away
And much more.
If you’ve been told to “just relax” or to stay positive more times than you care to remember, you might doubt that there’s much you can do to make life less stressful and overwhelming. You might even have started to worry that you’re the only one who feels like this.
But how are you meant to relax or stay positive when you don’t know what you need to do to get there?
You absolutely have what it takes to handle whatever life throws at you and bounce back from stress, worry, and fear as though you barely felt it at all. All you need are the right strategies—and you’re about to get your hands on all of them.
Ready to armor yourself for life? Get your copy today!!
About the Author
Chad K. Smith is a self-published author, father of two, and dedicated mentor focused on helping teenagers and young adults develop strong financial skills early in life. With more than 25 years of experience in finance and an MBA, Chad recognizes that many people lack a fundamental understanding of how money works, and he is committed to addressing this gap.
In his books, Chad explains money, investing, and life skills in clear, practical steps that teens can understand and apply. He avoids jargon and lengthy lectures, instead offering real-world guidance to help readers build confidence, make informed decisions, and plan for their future, whether by saving, investing, or developing long-term thinking.
Chad distinguishes himself by making financial education empowering, practical, and engaging. His writing encourages teens to take responsibility for their decisions, build strong habits, and believe in their ability to succeed regardless of their background.
Chad’s books have become trusted guides for teens and families who want more than just information; they want action, growth, and a better future. If you are ready to build confidence, take control, and create opportunities your future self will appreciate, Chad K. Smith is poised to guide the way. Take the next step today by downloading a free chapter from his latest book or scheduling a family meeting tonight to set financial goals together. This simple action could be the start of your journey towards financial empowerment.
If you’ve tried to plan, push, or hustle your way out of stress
and anxiety and found yourself back in the same exhausting cycles, this book
is your invitation to stop blaming yourself and start understanding yourself.
In You’re Not the Problem: You’re the Possibility, you’ll
learn:
Why feeling stuck is not a failure, but an intelligent adaptation
How your nervous system has been running the show, and how to begin creating
safety and more room inside to respond
How to relate to yourself in real time: see yourself, meet yourself, talk to
yourself, understand yourself, and support yourself so your inner world
becomes steady and trustworthy
Simple, practical steps to restore your energy and reconnect with your true
self
This book is your companion for the first phase of the Freedom Formula.
It is the roadmap to guide you out of survival mode and into the clarity and
resilience you need to create lasting change.
Review
This is one of thoseself-help books that actually feels helpful instead of overwhelming.
Lori Montry encourages readers to stop viewing themselves as broken and start recognizing the role stress, conditioning, and nervous system overload play in everyday struggles.
The tone is compassionate without being overly simplistic, and the ideas are presented in a very accessible way.
About the Author
My work centers around a simple but powerful idea: many of the patterns people
struggle with are not evidence that something is wrong with them. They are
adaptations created by a nervous system that has been trying to help them
survive stress, pressure, and difficult experiences.
I am a somatic healing practitioner and the creator of the Freedom Formula, a
framework that helps people move out of survival mode and into a life that
reflects who they are. My work blends nervous system science, somatic
practices, emotional processing, and mindset work to help people understand
why they feel stuck and what it truly takes to create lasting change.
Before stepping into this work, I earned my law degree from Harvard Law School
and spent years in high-performing environments where discipline and
achievement were highly valued. From the outside, my life looked successful.
Inside, I was quietly struggling with many of the same patterns my clients now
describe: chronic stress, emotional eating, anxiety, and the exhausting habit
of showing up for everyone else while ignoring my own needs.
Understanding the role of the nervous system changed the way I approached
those patterns. Instead of seeing them as failures, I began to see them as
intelligent adaptations. That realization not only transformed my own life, it
became the foundation of the work I now share with others.
For more than sixteen years I have helped people understand their patterns
with compassion, reconnect with their inner guidance, and build lives that
feel meaningful, aligned, and sustainable. My book, You’re Not the
Problem, grew out of that work and out of a deep desire to help more people
experience the relief that comes from realizing they are not broken.
101 Laws of Power is a bold, category-defining leadership manifesto that fuses
hard-earned prison survival wisdom, corporate strategy, street psychology, and
modern influence into one unforgettable framework for winning in life and
business. Written with raw authority and sharp insight, it offers readers 101
practical laws on leverage, respect, discipline, negotiation, reputation, and
resilience—positioning the book as The 48 Laws of Power for a new era
shaped by authenticity, adversity, and execution.
About the Author
John "Doc" Fuller is an author, speaker, and strategist whose life story embodies
resilience, reinvention, and earned authority. Having overcome profound
adversity and transformed hardship into wisdom, he now channels those
experiences into powerful lessons on discipline, influence, leadership, and
personal growth.
Known for his direct style and real-world perspective, John Doc Fuller bridges
the worlds of street intelligence, business strategy, and mindset
development—offering readers insight that is both practical and
hard-earned. His work challenges people to break mental limitations, build
respect, and create leverage in every area of life.
As the author of 101 Laws of Power, John Doc Fuller delivers a modern
blueprint for navigating competition, mastering self-discipline, and rising
with purpose. His mission is simple: help others turn setbacks into strength
and obstacles into opportunity.
What happens when life strips away everything you thought defined you?
In Welcome to the Wonderful World of Not Giving A Fck*, Oliver Turner delivers
a bold, brutally honest, and deeply motivational guide to self-love,
spirituality, resilience, and personal empowerment. This Amazon Bestselling
book is a fresh and unapologetic take on personal growth for readers who are
tired of living for everyone else’s approval.
Blending humor, raw truth, and hard-earned wisdom, Oliver Turner shares the
mindset shifts that helped him survive life-threatening health battles,
devastating personal loss, emotional isolation, and years of rebuilding from
the ground up. Faced with emergency surgery, homelessness, broken
relationships, and severe physical injuries, Turner discovered one
life-changing truth: sometimes the greatest freedom comes from letting go of
fear, guilt, overthinking, and the need to please others.
This concise yet powerful read is packed with real-life insight, motivational
encouragement, and practical perspective for anyone struggling with anxiety,
burnout, self-doubt, toxic expectations, or feeling stuck in life. Through
relatable storytelling and sharp, no-nonsense advice, readers are challenged
to stop apologizing for wanting more and start creating a life rooted in
confidence, peace, purpose, and financial independence.
Whether you are rebuilding after hardship, searching for personal freedom, or
simply ready to stop caring about things that drain your energy, this book
serves as a reminder that your life belongs to you — not to the opinions
of others.
Perfect for fans of motivational self-help books, mindset transformation,
spiritual growth, emotional healing, confidence building, and personal
development, Welcome to the Wonderful World of Not Giving A Fck* is an
empowering wake-up call for dreamers, overthinkers, creatives, entrepreneurs,
and anyone ready to reclaim their voice.
If you are ready to stop surviving and start living boldly, this book is for
you.
In This Inspirational Self-Help Book, You’ll Discover:
● How to let go of people-pleasing and fear of judgment
● Powerful lessons in resilience, healing, and self-trust
● A fresh perspective on confidence, spirituality, and personal freedom
● How to protect your peace and focus on what truly matters
● Motivation to rebuild your life after hardship or failure
● Encouragement to pursue purpose, joy, and financial independence
Start your journey toward self-love, empowerment, and unapologetic
living today.
About the Author
Oliver Turner is a writer, creative entrepreneur, motivational voice,
and the Amazon Bestselling author of Welcome to the Wonderful World of Not
Giving A Fck*, a bold and empowering book focused on self-love, spirituality,
resilience, and personal growth. Known for his raw honesty, sharp humor, and
unapologetic perspective on life, Oliver inspires readers to break free from
fear, self-doubt, and the pressure of living according to other people’s
expectations.
Drawing from real-life experiences filled with adversity, healing, and
transformation, Oliver Turner’s work resonates with readers searching
for confidence, emotional freedom, and a renewed sense of purpose. After
surviving a life-threatening medical crisis, enduring homelessness,
devastating personal loss, severe physical injuries, and years of emotional
rebuilding, Oliver turned his pain into purpose by sharing the mindset and
spiritual lessons that helped him keep moving forward.
His writing blends motivational storytelling, practical wisdom, spiritual
insight, and modern self-empowerment strategies to encourage readers to stop
overthinking, trust themselves, and live more authentically. Through his
relatable voice and candid approach, Oliver challenges people to reclaim their
energy, protect their peace, and pursue lives rooted in confidence,
creativity, healing, and financial independence.
Beyond writing, Oliver Turner is involved in creative business ventures,
digital platforms, and entertainment projects designed to inspire
transformation and authentic living. His mission is simple: help people let go
of fear, embrace who they truly are, and move boldly toward the life they
deserve.
Whether speaking through his books, creative projects, or personal message of
resilience, Oliver Turner continues to connect with audiences looking for
motivation, healing, self-discovery, and the courage to finally put themselves
first.
For most of Nick's life, drinking was an integral part of family,
friendships, and even professional success. Alcohol was celebrated among his
elder millennial peers. Abstinence was not. However, there were breadcrumbs
scattered across several decades that a lifestyle in alcoholic bliss was not
sustainable. Reckless behavior, relationship woes, declining health, personal
tragedy, and dreams unrealized began to fester. Eventually, a life in sobriety
became the only option if Nick was to live a life full of meaning and love.
A Fragile Utopia is a turbulent and honest journey into the depths of
alcoholism and the path to finding hope and purpose in recovery. The good news
is, when we look inward, there is light. If we own our flaws, there can be
redemption.
This memoir is a playbook for navigating early sobriety: how it will feel,
obstacles encountered, how loved ones will react, insight into treatment, how
AA and other fellowship recovery programs work, and examples of how most
people fail in early attempts at sobriety.
About the Author
Nick Hanson is a passionate recovery enthusiast and advocate for people who
are suffering from substance abuse and addiction. He lives in Minnesota with
his wife and three children. He enjoys the outdoors, pop culture, reading,
music, sports, fitness, cooking and is always up for learning something new.
This empowering book launches the new Cancer Compass; an essential
self-leadership resource for people facing cancer. It extends its reach to
caregivers, healthcare professionals, and organisations committed to offering
meaningful support to anyone in their workforce dealing with cancer. It
encourages us to see cancer not solely as a medical challenge, but as a
profound moment to honour the resilience of our human spirit, embrace growth,
and reclaim control of our lives for a brighter future.
Teresa Ferreiro-Vilariño challenges her readers to shift their
perspective, prioritising personal empowerment, connection and purposeful
living. Her insights about resilience coaching and each person’s human
potential are uplifting. Her book is deeply rooted in practical application,
including thoughtful exercises and tools that prompt us to access our inner
resources, engage in self-discovery and cultivate our secure bases. These
unique gifts guide us to align our decisions with our values and goals,
helping us chart a path forward with choice, clarity and confidence.
About the Author
Teresa Ferreiro-Vilariño is the Founder and CEO of Kimberlite
(https://www.kimberlite.es), an innovative organisation dedicated to providing
comprehensive support to people navigating cancer—particularly within
corporate settings—through professional coaching. A Master Certified
Coach (MCC) accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF), Teresa
brings more than 20 years of experience working with leaders and organisations
worldwide.
At the age of 36, a breast cancer diagnosis marked a turning point in her
life, redirecting her focus toward empowering people living with cancer. In
the years that followed, she authored her first book, I Have Breast
Cancer–What Now?, recognised for its inspirational and practical
guidance, embraced motherhood, and founded a charitable initiative supporting
young women navigating motherhood after cancer. She later earned a PhD focused
on applying professional coaching methodologies to the specific needs of
people facing serious health challenges. In recognition of her commitment to
patient advocacy, she was honoured with the European Patient Champion Award by
EyeforPharma in 2019.
Teresa is also an executive coach and coaches across multiple programs at IMD
Business School in Lausanne, Switzerland, including the flagship
High-Performance Leadership (HPL) Program, supporting leaders in developing
resilience, clarity, and sustainable performance.
Why Traditional Estate Planning Has Failed Us and What To Do About It
Nonfiction, Self-Help
Date Published: December 9, 2025
Publisher: Elite Online Publishing
What do the ultra-wealthy know about protecting their fortunes that most
people never learn?
In Trust Issues, veteran estate planning attorney Rick Durfee pulls back the
curtain on the legal tools and legacy strategies the affluent quietly use to
safeguard their assets, slash taxes, and keep wealth in the family for
generations, with control, clarity, and confidence.
This isn’t theory. It’s a field-tested playbook built from decades
of helping high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and family offices
create dynasty plans that actually work in the real world.
Whether you're a successful entrepreneur, investor, or professional advisor,
you’ll discover how to:
Use trusts to avoid probate and dictate how wealth is used, even long after
you’re gone.
Set up business entities (like LLCs and FLPs) that shield assets from lawsuits
and creditors.
Build a dynasty trust designed to preserve family wealth for 100+ years.
Legally minimize estate and gift taxes.
Sidestep the most common (and costly) estate planning mistakes.
Empower your children and grandchildren with wealth, without fueling
entitlement or dependency.
Durfee’s approach is ethical, practical, and grounded in a simple
belief: wealth should serve your family’s deepest values, not just their
lifestyle.
If you’re serious about protecting what you’ve built, Trust Issues
is your roadmap to a lasting legacy, on your terms.
About the Author
Rick Durfee is the founder and senior attorney at Durfee Law Group PLLC, based
in Mesa, Arizona. Practicing law since 1988, Rick is nationally recognized for
his expertise in estate planning, asset protection, and multi-generational
wealth preservation. His firm serves clients across the United States, helping
families “Live Well, Leave a Legacy™” through comprehensive
and enduring legal strategies.
A frequent speaker at national events and author of Trust Issues: Why
Traditional Estate Planning is Failing and What to Do About It, Rick combines
deep legal knowledge with a family-centered philosophy rooted in his
background as a former professor of world religions. He and his wife are the
proud parents of eight children and seventeen grandchildren.
Manipulation has become a method of warfare. Gaslighting, triangulation, and psychological pressure are now tools of control. This book teaches how to recognize them and remain composed under attack. Written in the style of Sun Tzu’s original work, this book carries the discipline of ancient strategy into the unseen arena of psychological conflict. War has changed its form, not its nature. It no longer arrives only with force, but with influence, distortion, and control. Shuai-jan Change preserves the structure of the original Art of War while directing its essence toward these modern forms of conflict. This work is grounded in lived experience as well as study. Having endured emotional and psychological abuse, the author chose not to be defined by it. Through discipline and deliberate effort, that experience was transformed into survivorship and self-command. Strategy is not used to dominate, but to prevent defeat before it occurs. The aim is to recognize manipulation without surrendering principle, and to maintain control where others seek to take it. This is not a book of open war. It is a practical guide for those who encounter manipulation without warning and intend to remain steady, aware, and unbroken.
Also by Shuai-jan Change
The Art of War: Two Traditions: The Original Text by Sun Tzu and a Modern Rendering for Psychological Combat
Manipulation has become a method of warfare. Gaslighting, triangulation, and psychological pressure are now tools of control. This volume teaches how to recognize them and remain composed under attack. This edition presents The Art of War in two forms. The first is the original text attributed to Sun Tzu, translated by Lionel Giles and preserved in its classical structure. The second is a modern rendering by Shuai-jan Change, written in the same disciplined style and directed toward the realities of contemporary psychological conflict. War has changed its form, not its nature. It no longer arrives only with force, but with influence, distortion, and control. These days, the adversary advances with toxic thinking, employing tactics such as gaslighting, triangulation, love bombing, character assassination, and calculated victimhood. The modern rendering is grounded in lived experience as well as study. Having endured emotional and psychological abuse, the author chose not to be defined by it. Through discipline and deliberate effort, that experience was transformed into survivorship and self-command. Across both works, the principles of strategy remain constant, but the terrain has shifted. The structure is preserved. The discipline remains. The interpretation adapts. These are not books of aggression. They are studies in recognition, restraint, and self-command. To understand strategy in one age is to recognize it in all others.
My name is Shuai-jan Change. I am the author of The Art of War: Rewritten and Modernized for Psychological Combat, a contemporary rendering of Sun Tzu’s classic focused on the unseen arenas of manipulation, coercion, and mental conflict.
Drawing from the style and structure of the original text, this work reframes ancient strategies for use in modern environments, where conflict unfolds not only through open confrontation but through distortion, pressure, and control of perception. This work is not written from theory alone. It is informed by lived experience. Having endured psychological and emotional abuse, I undertook a process of inner discipline to avoid adopting the same patterns of distortion, blame, and control. The objective was not to remain a victim; it was to avoid becoming what was opposed, to establish self-command, and to transform victimhood into survivorship. These writings are intended for those who seek to maintain composure under pressure, recognize manipulative tactics, and preserve their peace of mind without surrendering principle. The objective is not domination, but self-command. My literary work centers on psychological combat as it unfolds across professional, personal, and digital arenas, offering a disciplined approach to strategy, boundaries, and internal stability in an age of dysfunction and constant chaos.
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