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They Don’t Define Me
Five battles�
One voice�
A journey of resilience�
Imagine waking up each day to a battle raging in your own mind—five battles, to be exact. But what if those struggles didn’t define you?
In They Don’t Define Me, bestselling author and mental health advocate J. Edwards Holt invites readers into his world—a world shaped by Tourette’s Syndrome, anxiety, depression, OCD, and ADHD. This deeply personal memoir unveils the silent battles of living with multiple mental illnesses, from childhood through adulthood, and reveals the hard-won strategies he’s developed to not just survive, but thrive.
Through honest storytelling, Holt breaks down the stigma around mental health, sharing his journey with humor, vulnerability, and hope. For those facing similar struggles or supporting loved ones, They Don’t Define Me offers understanding, practical guidance, and, above all, a message of your challenges don’t have to define you.
Join bestselling author and mental health advocate J. Edwards Holt on a journey of courage and hope. Get your copy today and take the first step toward understanding, healing, and thriving.
One voice�
A journey of resilience�
Imagine waking up each day to a battle raging in your own mind—five battles, to be exact. But what if those struggles didn’t define you?
In They Don’t Define Me, bestselling author and mental health advocate J. Edwards Holt invites readers into his world—a world shaped by Tourette’s Syndrome, anxiety, depression, OCD, and ADHD. This deeply personal memoir unveils the silent battles of living with multiple mental illnesses, from childhood through adulthood, and reveals the hard-won strategies he’s developed to not just survive, but thrive.
Through honest storytelling, Holt breaks down the stigma around mental health, sharing his journey with humor, vulnerability, and hope. For those facing similar struggles or supporting loved ones, They Don’t Define Me offers understanding, practical guidance, and, above all, a message of your challenges don’t have to define you.
Join bestselling author and mental health advocate J. Edwards Holt on a journey of courage and hope. Get your copy today and take the first step toward understanding, healing, and thriving.
250 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 12, 2024
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About the author
J. Edwards Holt
24Ìýbooks5ÌýfollowersJ. Edwards Holt is an American author who has always harbored a passion for writing. After initially pursuing a degree in education, he followed his heart to become a novelist and children's author. Now celebrated as a bestselling author, Holt is also an ordained minister and a dedicated mental health advocate. In his free time, he enjoys reading and actively contributes to the well-being of the less fortunate in his community. His works often carry Christian messages and he delights in the realms of science fiction and superheroes, with a notable collection of comic books to his name.
Holt's literary contributions include the haunting tale "The Crossing: A Wayfarer’s Chronicles," and the award-winning children's book "The Jealous Little Ogre," which clinched the Golden Wizard Book Prize. He is also known for his Barrenworld series and his involvement in the anthology "Called to Intercede," which topped the Amazon Best Seller List. Beyond his novels, Holt has expressed his creativity through poetry and has been recognized for his efforts in translating important works to reach a wider audience.
Holt's literary contributions include the haunting tale "The Crossing: A Wayfarer’s Chronicles," and the award-winning children's book "The Jealous Little Ogre," which clinched the Golden Wizard Book Prize. He is also known for his Barrenworld series and his involvement in the anthology "Called to Intercede," which topped the Amazon Best Seller List. Beyond his novels, Holt has expressed his creativity through poetry and has been recognized for his efforts in translating important works to reach a wider audience.
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