"Rise Above: Overcoming Setbacks with Les Brown's Wisdom" is an inspiring collection of personal transformation stories that will change your life, curated by world-renowned motivational speaker and best-selling author Les Brown. This powerful compilation features contributions from individuals who have conquered significant challenges to achieve success and fulfillment, offering you a roadmap to overcome your own obstacles and reach new heights. This powerful collection features contributions from individuals who have overcome significant challenges to achieve success and fulfillment.
A standout chapter is "The Must Zone" by Stephen Rue, accomplished attorney, academic scholar, best-selling author, and motivational speaker. Rue's deeply moving personal story resonates with thousands, offering profound insights on resilience and growth. He shares his journey of overcoming tragedy and setbacks, including the loss of his stepfather to suicide at a young age and the challenges of abandonment from his biological father. Rue introduces the concept of the "Must Zone" - a mental state where one feels compelled to take positive action despite adversity.
Stephen Rue emphasizes the importance of finding purpose through pain and adversity. Rue shares with us his story of resilience, determination, and the importance of finding purpose through pain and using life's challenges as catalysts for personal growth. Rue's message of forgiveness, self-discovery, faith, and embracing one's true potential has touched countless lives. The chapter explores themes of vulnerability, courage, resilience, and the power of positive thinking in overcoming obstacles. Rue's story illustrates how one can transform difficult experiences into opportunities for self-improvement and personal development. His journey from pain to purpose serves as a powerful example of how to rise above setbacks and lead a purposeful, impactful life.
Other notable contributors share their unique journeys of transformation:
Rudy Mawer on breaking the mold and achieving entrepreneurial success
Miranda Walker's tale of overcoming addiction and finding faith
J. Thomas Smith's inspiring story of transmitting inspiration through obstacles
Barry Cryan's approach to doing more with less and excelling
Beth Fischer's transformation from pain to power
Dr. Michelle Sands on harnessing the power of balance
Each chapter offers unique perspectives and strategies for overcoming adversity, making "Rise Above" essential read
