Get Your Life Back

By Emma J. Walker

Her second book, “Get Your Life Back” will draw the reader into a collection of inspirational stories that reveal common interruptions people face in life that are stressful, painful and challenging. This book offers encouragement; hope and motivation to the reader to press forward, be victorious and ultimately, Get Their Life Back!

• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: Feb 8, 2017
• ISBN: 9781524669683

Emma J. Walker

Emma Walker was born and raised in a low-income community in New York City. Her younger years she was shy, depressed and had very low self-esteem. She later moved to Atlanta, Georgia where she eventually received emotional and spiritual inspiration from support groups, family and friends. Emma works in the educational system and supports teen achievement and pursuing one’s career passion. Her words of wisdom to her readers are, “always go after your dreams” and trust the Lord to led and guide you every step of the way. Ms. Walker published her first book, “Depression No More” in 2012 to help youth, and adults who may be battling with depression to recognize the signs and symptoms. She supplies a toolbox of suggestions to her readers to help them eradicate depression from their lives.

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Get Your Life Back

Emma Walker

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Published by AuthorHouse 03/18/2021

ISBN: 978-1-5246-6969-0 (sc)

ISBN: 978-1-5246-6968-3 (e)

Library of Congress Control Number: 2017901889

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Preface

This book was written in memory of my dear brother, Anthony Walker who lost his battle with prostate cancer on October 25, 2017. During his final months I was able to spend quality time with him reading, singing and reviewing old photographs. Two years before his cancer progressed we spent holidays, family reunions and birthdays together. He took several trips around the world with his wife. Anthony taught me to live life to the fullest and embrace every moment with those you truly love. My brother did not allow cancer to stop him from living, enjoying life or praising God every day. He truly was an inspiration to me and several people. During his final days, he was able to contribute chapter 9 of this book to share his journey in hope of inspiring others.

As we all look back on the year 2020 and the unexpected interruptions we all faced in our lives during COVID-19 may we be enthusiastic and appreciative for life. Many of us may have lost loved ones, family and friends as a result of this deadly virus in 2020. Several of us also faced unemployment, isolation and depression as a result of extended state-mandated lockdown periods. The opportunity to travel and visit family during holidays were eliminated for many families nationwide for more than a year. 2020 will be documented and recorded in history for future generations. As I look back over my life, my trials and tribulations; 2020 will always be a reminder to be grateful, thankful and hopeful for a brighter future.

Several of the stories you read are based on my own life experiences and disappointments. So whatever you are facing today, I believe these stories will encourage, motivate and empower you to press forward and "Get Your Life Back." As vaccines roll out nationwide and the world embrace the possibility of life returning to some form of normalcy; we must live life to the fullest, keep the faith, continue to dream, and make plans for our future.

Table of Contents

Preface

Acknowledgements

Introduction

Section One

1.   Surviving After A Drug Overdose

2..   Recovering From A Murder

3.   Dealing With The Death Of A Parent/Child/Marriage

4.   Searching For Love

5.   Handling Betrayal/Jealousy

6.   Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (Ptsd)

7.   Dealing With Cancer

8.   Downsize & Maximize Your Life

Section Two

9.   Anthony’s Journey

10.   Get Your Life Back!

Final Remarks

Acknowledgements

Special thanks to God for empowering me to write this second book to share these courageous and victorious stories to the reader. Provoking the reader to visualize and acknowledge the impact of various challenges in life that could ultimately lead to depression yet come out victoriously. I am so grateful that the Lord healed me from years of depression over a decade ago.

Special thanks to those who helped with the editing, proofing and moral support of this book to reach out to those who need help. You captured the vision and purpose of reaching those suffering with depression. You have planted seeds of healing upon the earth, and you will reap a good harvest. Bless You!

Special Thanks to George Palmer who inspired and encouraged me to write this book. George helped me to recognize that some people choose to remain in their dysfunctional,