Seven Principles for Living Bravely: Ageless Wisdom and Comforting Faith for Weathering Life?s Most Difficult Times

Seven Principles for Living Bravely Teaches How to Weather Life's Most Difficult Times—from trauma to pandemics, through gloom and grief—with Mourning, Truth, Rest, Love, Prayer, Joy and Hope.

The frightening years of the pandemic and turbulent times that followed have caused great upheaval in the lives of millions of people worldwide. This book brings together universal truths of faith and wisdom to give readers a comforting framework to make sense of it all, with smart tips for getting through difficult periods in life.

This book is the result of a friendship between a Rabbi and a Christian Minister. Authors Rabbi Denise L. Eger and Rev. Dr. Neil G. Thomas frequently met via Zoom to discuss the challenges of ministering to a congregation where lock down measures prevented them from meeting. All at a time when many people were experiencing extreme stress and sorrow.

The authors looked for spiritual principles in their respective traditions that would help individuals and families get through difficult times. When unfortunate experiences happen unexpectedly, people can be tempted to respond with fear, malice, or even resignation.

Many will ask: What am I here for? Is God present? What’s the purpose of any of this?

Eger and Thomas stress it is important to understand difficult trials will come and we are not the first to deal with them. They offer 7 principles for living bravely that help anyone survive and thrive during life's toughest moments.

These are concepts that have helped countless generations persevere in their darkest times. They will help you pass through challenges to emerge in brighter days with the ability to treasure moments that bring joy and inspire thanksgiving.

Seven Principles for Living Bravely is uplifting reading for individuals, families, and communities who are under stress. It offers rich, comforting ideas for turning to religion and spirituality for answers. It's the ultimate self-help book for anyone who wants to emerge from traumatic times for a rich, rewarding life. It's also essential reading for LGBTQ members and other communities.

This book explores universal truths shared by virtually every religion to help readers rely on faith to bravely walk through the most difficult times. Available in print and Kindle, it's a thoughtful gift for friends, family, and co-workers.