From war zones to personal tragedy, Dr. Maria Ian has witnessed both the fragility and resilience of the human spirit. With twenty-five years of professional and humanitarian work, she now captures those truths in stories that blend pain, hope, and transformation. In her words, life always finds a way to rise.
This book reveals the hidden cost of a biochemical arms race and the shadow world behind it. Craig, an attorney, shows how corporate loopholes fuel violence as devastating as war, while Moura brings depth and humanity. Instead of battlefields, it exposes the faceless machinery of modern warfare—boardrooms, labs, and underground networks—where every step feels like walking with death.
I picked this up during burnout, skeptical of another mindfulness book—but it surprised me. Instead of just calming anxiety, it showed me how to channel that energy productively. The 3-minute morning technique gave results within days, and learning to spot the “twilight” state before stress takes over was game-changing. Perfect for anyone tired of being told to just relax.
Attorney Craig Malcault is hurriedly dispatched on a top secret mission to an exotic locale, but do his opportunistic superiors really know what he will find? This introduction to the series uncovers the mystery along the road, which surprisingly could work in Craig's favor. The story is a fascinating depiction of the huge gap between what those who believe themselves in charge perceive and think, and what the steps on the ground uncover.
I love how this book connected emotions to the body in a way that felt both scientific and deeply personal. I think the concept of interoception is one that most people aren't familiar with, and I love how you explained it in a way that was easy to digest. Highly recommend if you're feeling emotionally drained or just want to understand yourself on a deeper level.