In the mid 1990s in Fort Worth Texas area, I was working for American Airlines as their Eagle Pilot Recruiter. I was reinventing myself for the hundredth time.. in a scattered frame of mind, I somehow got told to read this book.. And it changed my life, again "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor Frankl. A classic well written book about the true story of the author surviving the terrors of German Concentration Camp during WW2. Man's Search for Meaning is a 1946 book by Viktor Frankl, a psychiatrist and Holocaust survivor, that combines his memoir of life in Nazi concentration camps with an introduction to his psychotherapeutic method, logo therapy. The book argues that the primary human drive is the search for meaning, and that individuals can find purpose even in immense suffering by choosing their attitude, completing tasks, or loving another person, thereby finding a "why" to live for. It has become a classic of existential literature, offering profound insights into human resilience and the will to survive. His findings showed that while some easily perished from the challenges of inhumane incarceration, others found a way to survive and endure the pain and injustices because they have a PURPOSE and DREAM that was unfulfilled waiting back "home". It showed the strength each of us possess when all hope is lost. Striving and working toward a goal, no matter how big or small, defines us and shows us why we are here. The mere mention of this book brings tears to my eyes as I remember a dark place and a way forward. If anyone has lost hope, felt uncertain, or felt lost, even for a short time, this book will save your life. It saved mine, many times. Enjoy. Grandma Grady (Those are my "Top Shelf" books of my favorites in the photos below):

No Ordinary Journey: A Life Worth Telling by Debra Seay Grady This isn’t just a book. It’s a story of faith, fire, and fierce survival. A little girl lost and found. A woman bruised but brave. A life that shouldn’t have made it—but did. If you've ever: Faced the unthinkable Carried the weight of silence Started over more times than you can count Or wondered how you’d ever find your way... Then maybe—just maybe—this book was written for you. Available now on Amazon Signed copies available by request Message me for details or visit [Insert Link] Thank you to every soul who encouraged me to tell this story. You lit the path. You lifted the weight. You helped me remember: My life was never ordinary — but always worth telling.

It’s a centuries-old Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with lacquer mixed with powdered gold. Not to hide the cracks… but to highlight them. To honor the break as part of the story — not the end of it. When I started writing my very first book, Flawed to Finesse: A Generational Curse …I stumbled across a photo of a vase repaired with gold veins. That image stopped me in my tracks. It was as if God whispered, “That’s you, Debra.” And so, the theme of my book was born. Because like that vase… I’ve been cracked. Dropped. Pieced back together through pain and prayer. But here’s the truth that changed me — and might just heal you, too: Your brokenness is not something to be ashamed of. It’s where the beauty begins. It’s what the light shines through. It’s the proof that you were never thrown away — you were made new. The cover of my book is a reflection of that sacred art — a visual of what happens when God steps into the shattered and says, “Let me make this glorious.” I can’t wait to share this journey with you. We are not flawed beyond repair. We are flawed to finesse — shaped by grace, sealed in gold.

I took this course on Escape Mastery under @Robert Hollis who also wrote the foreword for Laurie Monson's book; "Are You Stuck?" Laurie also co-authored Robert's book, "Shackled for Free". She came up with this fresh idea for a program to help people break down their self-limiting beliefs. I don't recall how many weeks it took to finish the course, but I will be setting the course up here in Ageless Wisdom. I will be setting up the course in the Classroom. I'll post when it is ready to view. First, you'll take this quiz to see where you are. In the following video is my testimony of how I learned what my true Core Values were. That course saved me a lot of frustration, confusion and gave me a fresh start and direction that changed the course of my life. I met one of my dearest online friends; @Lisa Marie Cook when we took this course together. Good times learning and growing together.. https://youtu.be/7nATE33godQ?si=cYlFurhgdp9_KPVd For the course, please send me a message in Chat. About the Book: Get UnStuck! There is an entire process to change and Laurie has lived it. Her stories are amazing and provide a step by step process to change! This book shows you how to release your potential and live your life with excellence! Look for the section on "Control" - it's eye opening. Don't just read this book - study it! You're worth it! Are you feeling stuck in your life? Are you willing to do whatever it takes to embrace your true potential? Are You Stuck? Embracing Change by Releasing Your Potential will help you: Discover six steps necessary to reach the dreams and goals that await you. Get rid of the lies you tell yourself and find the missing pieces to your dream puzzle. Learn how to live with excellence, have a no- excuse policy, be an original, the best you can be, and passionate about your purpose for your life.