Living implies coping with changes, those famous curves that life throws at us. Not everyone hits those curves the same way, but every single author in this book refused to dodge them. Meaningful experiences that change the trajectory of our lives are a part of everyone's journey. Changes we never see coming alter the way we see ourselves and undeniably reshape our way of being in this world. Whether it was a near-fatal accident, an addiction, a loss of one's voice, or unexpected motherhood, the authors of The Journey is the Gift: The Moment that Changed My Story not only survived life-changing challenges, but embody vibrant transformations as miraculous as the stories they tell. This book is not only an anthology but proof that our will to keep living and to thrive beyond just coping is itself the miracle.

Authors

• Roberto Alfaro
• Susan Eileen
• Natalie Zangara Friedl
• Scarlett Green-Wright
• Crista Salvatore
• Cammie Smith
• Sabrina VanDine Smith
• Lisa Michelle Umina
• Natalie Wintle