Genre : therapeutic poetry.
Targeted audience : anyone that suffering with any kind of mental health issues or traumatic issues PTSD veterans first responders.

The Mirror delves into the lives of individuals grappling with various traumatic events, illnesses, and disorders, with the author personally navigating through post-traumatic stress disorder. It serves as an uplifting read for those battling their inner demons stemming from past traumas.
I label this work as therapeutic poetry, comprising simple verses and short stories aimed at guiding readers on a journey beyond the surface. Drawing heavily from personal experiences, particularly within the military and relationships, from childhood to the present day.

Much of the poetry resonates deeply from the author's heart and soul. At the tender age of 19, fresh out of basic training and stationed in Nuremberg, Germany, the author found themselves thrust into their first combat situation, with life flashing before their eyes. The vivid recollection of bullets whizzing past and incoming artillery from the Iraqi Republican Guard etched an indelible mark. These experiences form the core of the narrative, inviting readers to reflect on their own placement within the myriad themes explored."

I would personally like to thank anyone who took a second to just pick this up and read the back of this book. Now you're telling yourself "WOW". The author is trying to send a direct message about the true issue with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This book is not just for veterans. This book is for anyone diff from any type of Mental Health Issues they have dealt with in the past, present and future. I believe that every individual has some type of trauma, if they haven't already uncovered it. Soon it will eventually come out.

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Category: leadership/motivational/survival/mental health

WINNER CAT/Military/Self-Help Self-Development - International Impact Book Award March 2025
NOMINATED for THE ERIC HOFFER AWARD Excellence in Independent writing ✍️ 2025
 
This book is a continuation of the first book THE MIRROR EST. 2018. I wanted to continue the journey of this broken bond between myself and my teenage daughter, as well as my transition from military to civilian life. This is a mental/psychological tool to add to your toolbox to take with you in your everyday life for those who suffer any type of trauma.

An inspirational guide of leadership/motivation/survival, and determination.

I guarantee whoever reads this book. There is some message in the next few entries that you will reflect back onto and that is why there are so many broken mirror pictures in the book for you to just look into and reflect how many broken mirrors have you broken and how many broken mirrors do you have in your life?

Mental health, PTSD I said it the best. It’s like a life sentence without parole. The demons will never go away. They will always be deep in your heart in your soul.. l

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