Five Gifts: Discovering Hope, Healing and Strength When Disaster Strikes

Dr. Laurie Nadel, a seasoned journalist turned distinguished scholar and practicing psychotherapist, has written a book called The Five Gifts to help people cope with life's most troubling times. It is a mind-body-spirit Go-Kit that provides information, ideas, insight, and tools to build emotional stamina and clarity needed to cope with acute stress responses and emotional aftershocks. The book includes interviews with people whose lives were directly impacted by major news events such as the Rwanda genocide, the terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001, Hurricanes Katrina and Sandy, the tsunami in Bali, and the Boston Marathon terrorist bombing. Dr. Nadel is an expert on mental health and climate change and has been interviewed in various media outlets. She has also been a journalist for twenty years, reporting for Newseek and United Press International in South America, writing TV news for CBS, ABC News, and Reuters Television, and was a religion columnist for The New York Times.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 264 pages
Publication date: 03 April 2018
Publisher: Health Communications

Dr. Laurie Nadel, a former journalist turned distinguished scholar and practicing psychotherapist, has dedicated herself to the academic study of suffering, drawing upon the depth of her own life story. With a unique perspective, she has become an authority on teaching individuals how to overcome adversity and thrive in the face of life's toughest challenges.

When it comes to imparting valuable lessons on resilience and overcoming adversity, nothing compares to a teacher who has firsthand experience. Dr. Laurie Nadel's book is highly readable and accessible, offering valuable information that is easy to understand, digest, and apply. It sparks new insights and perspectives as she guides readers through coping with life's most challenging times.

In the face of the increasing frequency and intensity of catastrophic events, organizations have developed guidelines for preparing Go-Kits in case of emergencies. The Five Gifts serves as a mental emergency Go-Kit, providing valuable information and insights to minimize and prevent long-term psycho-spiritual damage caused by traumatic events. It serves as a field guide for the heart and soul, guiding individuals through cycles of damage and recovery, whether before, during, or after a tragic loss, trauma, or disaster.

In a nationwide Google survey commissioned for this book, Dr. Nadel discovered that 33% of respondents identified their greatest fear as a terrorist attack, followed closely by displacement from their homes. As these violent episodes continue to surge, the likelihood of individuals being directly affected by a traumatic event increases. However, what if you had access to a mind-body-spirit Go-Kit before disaster strikes?

In The Five Gifts, Dr. Nadel skillfully maps out a path that integrates her extensive knowledge and personal experiences. She shares valuable insights and strategies to help individuals build resilience, cope with stress, and find inner strength in the face of adversity. Through her teachings, readers learn how to embrace change, cultivate mindfulness, and develop a positive mindset that can withstand the toughest challenges.

Dr. Laurie Nadel's book offers a powerful message of hope and resilience, reminding individuals that they have the power to overcome adversity and thrive in the face of life's toughest blows. It is a must-read for anyone seeking to improve their mental well-being and build a stronger foundation for personal growth and development.

Weight: 340g
Dimension: 140 x 215 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780757320446