THE BOUNCE BACK BOOK

THE BOUNCE BACK BOOK – how to thrive in the face of adversity, setbacks and losses
by Karen Salmansohn
I found this book in the gift shop at the Rockyview General Hospital during Chris’ recent visit. It feels like it has a vinyl cover and there are simple, childlike pages throughout. The message, however, is anything but childlike.
“In life you always have a choice. 1. Be weak 2. Be Strong.”
I have had lots of time/experiences during the last two weeks to practice this. The worry and constant changes for Chris at the hospital have provided the trauma to test this statement. She is right. When I was feeling overwhelmed and alone, it was easier to be weak and let the depression run over me. But if I thought about the option of being weak or strong, when I chose the strong it had the power to move me to take action – be it get water for Chris, go for a coffee, look out into the world, not inwards. I had a few breakdowns where Eeyore took over and the “Oh woe is me!” groaned out of my mouth. But, then I laughed it off and I was fine.
This is just one of the gems of wisdom in this book of 75 tips to bouncing back. I can’t wait to read them all!