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Rising Above: Stories of Strength and Courage

William Wan, Winifred Ling

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Rising Above: Stories of Strength and Courage
Rising Above: Stories of Strength and Courage

Inspiring resilience through Applied Positive Psychology tales.

If life's challenges have ever weighed you down, "Rising Above" might just be the literary companion you didn't know you needed. William Wan explores the depths of human strength with an uplifting touch, weaving together 23 poignant narratives that demonstrate the incredible capacity for resilience. It's like a beacon of hope in print form, reminding us that even in the darkest times, we can find light—and perhaps most importantly, we can rise above.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9789819410033
Authors: William Wan, Winifred Ling
Publisher: The School of Positive Psychology
Date of Publication: 2024-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Personal Development, Science
Related Topics: Personal Development, Psychology, Mental Health, Inspirational
Goodreads rating: 4.0
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Rising Above: Stories of Strength and Courage is a compelling collection exploring resilience, mental health, grief, and trauma through the lens of applied positive psychology.
 

Inspiring resilience through Applied Positive Psychology tales.

If life's challenges have ever weighed you down, "Rising Above" might just be the literary companion you didn't know you needed. William Wan explores the depths of human strength with an uplifting touch, weaving together 23 poignant narratives that demonstrate the incredible capacity for resilience. It's like a beacon of hope in print form, reminding us that even in the darkest times, we can find light—and perhaps most importantly, we can rise above.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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