Title: Unfold Me; Unfold Layers of Your Wounded Heart and Begin Living Your Dream Life
Author: Deirdre Maloney
Publisher: Unfolding Press
Publication Date: January 2, 2021
Length: 134 Pages
About the Author
Deirdre Maloney is the founder of High Gate Racing, Canada's largest all-female competitive cycling team. She is also the co-founder of a women's support group in her own community. Deirdre believes in sharing our stories to cultivate more collective healing.
Resilience, Insight, and Healing
Deirdre Maloney takes an honest look at her life and is determined to learn from her past mistakes and take responsibility for her actions. She was raised in a dysfunctional family and suffered an eating disorder, abuse, and molestation at a young age. As she grew older, she was involved with drug abuse, prostitution, and extremely abusive relationships with men.
The author decided her life experience was going to be a story of resilience that needed to be shared. She was determined to turn her pain into purpose.
My Thoughts
This book is not for the faint-hearted. The author was very transparent about her life and this book includes X-rated language and experiences that might make some person blush. However, I have to admire the way she put the past behind her and focused on making a better life for herself and her family.
The positive changes came in Ms. Maloney's life when a therapist suggested that she join a women's support group for group therapy. The most important thing she learned was acceptance. This is exactly what she needed for healing.
The last chapter in this book is titled "A Wholehearted Life". The author reflects on her healing journey and offers practical insights to anyone who is serious about making positive changes in their life. Change does not come easy, but it is possible. This young lady has overcome some incredible challenges and I wish her nothing but the best.
MY RATING: 5 STARS OUT OF 5
FYI ~ I purchased a digital copy of this book with my own funds.
