OVERCOMING CHALLENGES

Overcomers, Inc: True stories of hope, courage, and inspiration will give readers the knowledge and emotional resilience to face the most difficult times of life by sharing inspiring stories of triumph. You will find this a book of diversity. There are many authors, from many walks of life. However, they all share a common bond. They triumphed over tragedy and gleaned wisdom in this process. While this is not a religious book, there are stories full of faith, of many kinds and flavors. It is funny how in your darkest times, faith often becomes your brightest light. All of the contributors to this book want to encourage you to hold tight to your belief that a better day will come. It is their sincere desire to pass along what they’ve learned through their own trials, to make your journey easier.

Interview with one of the Overcomer's Inc. authors:

Holly Eburne is a Sport Physiotherapist and Health and Wellness Coach. She lives with her husband, Dave, their 2 grown children and animals, in Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada. Dave, 59, was diagnosed with dementia 2 years ago and Holly is presently writing a book titled ‘Sweet Surrender- Awakening to the Riches of Dementia’. www.hollyeburne.com

1. How did you get started writing?
For the past 3 years I have been on a journey with my husband, Dave, who has Frontotemporal dementia. Recently, the pain and grief of living with this challenge came to the surface. I didn’t like my new reality. To help me deal with these emotions, I began writing in a journal. It gave me clarity about what I am meant to be doing. I couldn’t ignore the signs pushing me to write a book. I want to share my perspective on a joyful life, despite dementia, and to share the stories of how I am achieving this richness. To give me the start I needed, I signed up for a course, ‘Get Your Book Done’ by Lynne Klippel (mastermind behind the Overcomers Inc. book) and Christine Kloser.

2. What do you do when you are not writing?
Every morning I go for a run, a long bike ride, Nordic hike, or walk with the dogs. I love reading (mostly non-fiction), gardening, birding, and cross stitching. Two days a week I work as a physical therapist, operate a home-based health & wellness business and volunteer at athletic and Alzheimer’s events. I enjoying spending a couple of hours in the afternoon playing board games with my husband or sitting on our deck and learning how to be ‘still’

3. What would readers like to know about you?
Every morning I wake up early and excited to start another day. I am passionate (an understatement) about animals, nature and listening to people’s stories. My children say I love everything, which just about sums up my life.

4.What inspired you to be a contributing author in Overcomers, Inc.?
I couldn’t ignore the strong signals telling me to be part of this project. There are 35 authors involved and I love surrounding myself with uplifting people. I am inspired when I read how other people overcome their challenges and I wanted to be part of something much bigger than myself. I also thought my contribution to Overcomers Inc. would be a great foundation for my upcoming book.

5.Why is the topic of Overcoming important to you?
I am realizing everyone overcomes something, big or small, in their life every day. When the challenges seem overwhelming, it is sometimes difficult to find the hope and courage to continue living a joyful and peaceful life. Through the various ‘overcoming’ stories, I want people to be inspired, and realize they can also overcome whatever it is they are facing.

6. Why are you specially qualified to write about this topic?
For 3 years I have known (consciously) that my husband has dementia; unconsciously or in my gut, for 7 years. Since university I have studied the brain and psychology. I have also worked in the medical field (physical therapist) for over 30 years. Throughout my life I have experienced many challenges--I look for what I am gaining, instead of what I am losing.

7. How many books have you written?
This is my first published writing. I am blogging and writing Ezine articles.

8. How do you manage to keep yourself focused and on track when you’re writing a book?
I set aside time every day to write. I stay focused by exercising, meditating and balancing time by myself, with my family and friends. When I read glum stories about dementia, I am motivated to keep writing. I want people to know there is another perspective when dealing with their challenges. Learning to live in the present moment allows me to listen to my intuition--writing a book and publicly speaking (to share my message) is too strong a feeling to ignore. I have no doubts about the path I am on, so I am willing to step way out of my comfort zone and work through my fears of writing.

9. Do you write to make money, for the love of writing or both?
My philosophy throughout life is to do what I love to do and the money will follow. This is one of the reasons I am still passionate about being a physical therapist after 28 years. I do want to make money, both with writing and speaking, so I can share more of myself with the world. I also want to be able to provide a quality life for my husband as his dementia progresses.

10. What makes you proud about your involvement with Overcomers, Inc.?
I am proud to be working with authors from around the world in a project which will have a significant impact on the quality of people’s lives.

11. Will you write more books?
Definitely. There is so much information inside of me that I want to share with the world.

12. What do you have in the works now?
I am presently writing a book, ‘Sweet Surrender—awakening to the Riches of Dementia’. I am also writing articles for Ezines, blogging, and updating information on brain health and well-being, to my website… www.hollyeburne.com

13. What does the future hold for you and your book?
I would like to speak professionally—before and after my book is published.

14. What makes this a book that other people MUST read and WHY?
This book is for people who want to feel uplifted, inspired and encouraged by the stories of 38 authors who have overcome a major event in their life. Every reader will be able to relate to at least one story; possibly many. It will give them hope they will overcome whatever obstacles they are facing.

15. What people NEED to read this book and WHY?
This book will appeal to all ages, males and females. There are 35 stories by different authors and I am sure 1 or more of the stories will relate to each person who reads the book.

16. What sparks your creativity? Any tips to help others spark their own creativity?
It may sound like I am repeating myself but…daily exercise, and being in nature sparks my creativity. This allows me to get out of my head and into my heart and soul, which is where my stories are living. Writing in a journal is less intimidating and gives me practice putting my ‘voice’ on paper. I also find it helpful to meditate and calm my mind before sitting down to write.

17. What do you think motivates people to become authors? What motivated you to get into this unusual industry?
I am not sure what motivates other people, but I wanted to write because I have so much information inside of me that I want to share. My passion is helping people to live a rich, joyful life. I feel I can do this by writing about the lessons and insights I am learning, as I journey through life.

18. If a potential reader thinks that your book wouldn't interest them, what would you say to convince them to buy?
I'm thinking something better than "It’s the greatest book ever." Give me something more specific :) If people want to feel better and to learn how other people have handled their challenges, this book is for them. It will give them ideas of how they can change their life, which in turn will impact the people in their lives.

19. What is your final message to our readers?
We have choices in our life on how we deal with adversity and challenges. We can hide under the bed and do nothing but cry ‘why me,’ or we can take action and grow with the experience, knowing that life is unfolding exactly the way it is meant to be.

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