Behind the Smile: My Journey from Addiction and Depression to Self Love and Fulfilment
- ISBN-10
- 0473541203
- ISBN-13
- 9780473541200
- Category
- Bulimia
- Pages
- 159
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2020
- Author
- Amy McAuley
Description
"For many years, Amy McAuley suffered from depression, which led her down the dark path of alcohol dependence, an eating disorder, and deep self-loathing. Her smile was a shield, which hid her pain and shame from the world. Even those closest to her had no idea of the true extent of her inner turmoil. It was a lonely path. She has since gone on to heal herself and has laid to rest all of her addictions once and for all. No longer suffering from dark depressive episodes, she shares her story and tools with others, in order to give hope that there is an incredible life to be lived beyond depression and addictions. Change is absolutely possible. Depression and addictions need not define who you are. By sharing her own personal story, Amy demonstrates in a very raw, vulnerable, and authentic way, how despite being in a prison of depression and addictions there is an escape. Her book provides hope and a map to freedom, for people who may also be feeling trapped. You will learn that depression need not define your entire life and you will find practical ways to escape addiction"--Back cover.
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