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A revelatory collection of essays on the DeafBlind experience, and a manifesto on the power and untapped potential of touch. Born Deaf into an ASL-speaking family and blind by adolescence, John Lee Clark learned to embrace the possibilities of his tactile world. He is on the frontlines of the Protactile movement, which gave birth to an unprecedented tactile language and a way of life based on physical connection.

Suffering from excessive stress, anxiety, and panic attacks can be confusing and sometimes terribly frightening, and finding solutions can be a challenge. The good news is, there ARE answers. In this beautifully written book, author John Clark talks candidly about his own experiences with years of anxiety, stress, worry, depression that culminated in a prolonged and terrifying series of panic attacks that included feelings of impending doom, tightness in his chest, pounding heartbeat, and severe shortness of breath. These uncontrollable episodes were not only scary but confusing. No matter ...

Break Free From Your Bad Habits It begins innocently enough. You find yourself drinking more than you used to. Or you’re watching too much tv, rarely exercising, or eating things that make you feel sick. You know you’ve gotten yourself into a bad habit, but you also feel powerless to change. “It’s too late now,” you think. “I’m too old [too fat, too far gone].” You’re stuck—trapped in a pattern you know is unhealthy, feeling like there’s no way out. But what if you’re wrong? What If You Could Change Your Life In Only 30 Days? What if you could watch as an ordinary ...

“If you're feeling like life has passed by too quickly, or that you're no longer capable of what you once were, John Clark's story is just what you need to re-ignite the spark inside you." – Matt Stone; 180DegreeHealth.com Running out of time John Clark, an overweight, self-loathing school teacher turning 60 years old, had a wild idea. Despondent and depressed at the idea of becoming a sexagenarian, he was absolutely PANICKED at the possibility that the time he had left to fulfill his biggest dreams was running out – and running out FAST. Instead of buying a sports car he couldn’t ...

When John Tovey lost his sight at the age of 42, he thought his life was over. He was wrong, it was just beginning. John had followed a bad path drifting in and out of trouble. He was sent to improvement schools, a young offenders institute and eventually a prison. John was on self-destruct and thought nothing or no one could help him. Then he became the victim of a vicious attack by a notorious train ‘steaming’ gang. John knew he had to take the witness stand.

Filled with love She was a sweet, cute, lovable, loyal, annoying, pain-in-the-ass officially named Junebug Clark. For 13 years, she filled our cozy little country home with love, companionship, whining, crying, begging, puddles on the floor, small turds on the carpet, and a great big hole when she left. Mama's girl She was big and brave, going nose-to-nose – on opposite sides of two fences, mind you – in boisterous barking matches with the huge Rottweiler that lived behind our house. Never mind that a leaf falling suddenly to the ground behind her, or a butterfly floating suddenly over ...

Uncertain Times Our world is a fast-moving, ever-changing place, but with the onset of something like a pandemic, things can suddenly come to a screeching halt. Life as we knew it is suddenly turned upside down. Has your world changed recently? How so? Has your qualify of life been affected? In what way? As these types of incurable disease continue to wreak havoc on the world, how are you coping with the uncertainty? When does it all end, and things get back to normal? Will things ever be normal again? Social distancing and self-quarantine Human beings are social creatures by nature. We ...

A raw, honest cancer survival memoir that guides patients and caregivers through diagnosis, treatment, and hope with unwavering authenticity. The Cancer Diaries by John H. Clark III is a raw, heartfelt journey through the highs and lows of living with cancer. When John heard the life-altering words, “You have cancer,” his world turned upside down, launching him into an emotional and physical rollercoaster that no one could prepare for. Written as a blend of journal entries, social media posts, and personal reflections, this book chronicles John’s path from diagnosis to treatment and ...

“God” Means Something Different to Everyone "This book is amazing. It is one of those that once you start reading you don't want to put down. I am a huge fan of this author. He is a genuine man with a heart of gold, which makes these stories even more inspiring. Touching, indulging views, a book to add to your collection." ~Danna Parr"As someone who avoids discussing my personal beliefs with others, I was amazed and captivated by the honesty and openness of the interviewees and the author himself. I was touched and moved to tears. I can relate to many of the people as fellow Texans and ...

Inspirational storiesCourage in Camouflage is a fascinating collection of stories based on individual interviews with military veterans young and old from all across the United States. Most of these brave men and women served considerable time in combat during sometimes historic battles in World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Operation Desert Storm, Desert Shield, and the longstanding fight against terrorism in the Middle East. Most all have gone on to successful lives outside the military, but things they saw and did during wartime haunt many of them to this day. Life-changing experiencesMike ...

Seventy-five teams. Twenty-five survival challenges. One epic night in the woods. Welcome to Moonwalk, the ultimate overnight incident hike at Widepebble Wood! Scouts from across the local district are ready to battle it out, but for Horace and Melanie—firm friends from the same patrol but now fierce rivals in different teams—this is more than just a competition. Coming second isn't an option. Using their initiative is the key to victory but both scouts will do whatever it takes for their team to win.

WHAT DOES GOD WANT FROM YOU? So, you have established your anchor in the truth that God is your true source of rest. Even as you do this, though, you find yourself wondering how this applies to your life here on earth. With increasingly busy schedules, family responsibilities, and work obligations always present, we as men want to know how this practically affects our daily lives. Most of the time, we live under the assumption of what Jesus expects from the way that we live our lives on earth. We need to take some time to look at what Jesus actually says He desires from us.

The Enduring Power Of The Human Spirit A gravely ill former Army paratrooper who said no to a heart transplant, telling disbelieving doctors that his faith in God would heal him; the grieving retired supply sergeant who raises and breeds venomous snakes in honor of his dead teenaged son, who once shared the same passion for reptiles; the elderly World War II veteran who survived combat, only to be reported dead by hometown gossip more times than he can remember over the ensuing 75 years. All these ordinary people who have done extraordinary things in their lifetimes. They are no different ...

The Human Condition A woman’s life suddenly shattered by a stunning medical diagnosis … a man who survives unspeakable childhood trauma … despite suffering two heart attacks, prostate cancer, diabetes, bladder failure, and crippling respiratory problems, a wheelchair-bound veteran of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam considers himself a lucky man … Passing these people on the street, or even living next door to them, you would likely never know the tragedies and triumphs they have gone through during their lives. Too often, we get wrapped up in our own little worlds and our own ...

Do You Know Your Life’s Purpose? In today's increasingly troubled world, more and more people are searching for more meaning in their lives. How about you? Are you tired of just getting through each day instead of feeling a sense of purpose and direction? Sometimes the answer to a question is best explored in reverse. In order to find more purpose in life, perhaps we need to go to the end—death—and work backwards from there. Is it possible that contemplating death can lead to more meaning in life? Is There Such a Thing as Life After Death? What happens to us after we die? Do we see ...

Women more likely to suffer Depression, referred to by the World Health Organization as “the leading cause of disability worldwide,” afflicts as many as 350 million people of all ages, and women are twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with this often debilitating condition in any given year. According to the Office on Women’s Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, between 10 percent and 25 percent of women will experience an episode of major or clinical depression at some point in their life. There is hope Signs and symptoms of depression are the same regardless of ...

Revealing the Power of the Human Spirit The newlyweds who arrived in San Francisco just in time for the devastating earthquake… The centenarian who recalls learning to drive at age 11 and taking over the household duties when she was only 15… The man who survived the Luby’s Cafeteria massacre of 1991 in Killeen, Texas… When disaster strikes, it often brings out a strength you never knew you had. The stories of these people are no exception. But there are ordinary triumphs, too. Adopting dogs that might otherwise get put to sleep. Retiring on the beach, even if you don’t have a lot...

From Pessimist to Optimist in 30 Days or Less How often do you think, “Today’s going to be a great day” or “I’m so lucky to be alive”? Would you like to think these things more often? What sets us apart from all other living creatures is the ability to think and use thought to form decisions, ideas, strategies, and actions. However, this same “power” can also work against us in the form of small thinking, negativity, depression, or distress. What we see is what we get. How we think is what determines our reality. Some of the Best Days of Your Life Haven’t Happened Yet Do ...

Two novels: The Assassin's Coin, by John Linwood Grant, and The Prostitute's Price by Alan M. Clark. Intertwined here, they share a single timeline and a single purpose - to lead you to 13 Miller's Court, the room made infamous during the Autumn of Terror.

Kevin Winters wanted to be a hero with powers. Psionix Incorporated offered him the chance for that. Using alien technology, they succeed in give him some powerful psionic powers. The cost was his gender. Kevin, now a female, alone, and declared dead, turns to Mister Thadeus Hero and the 50 American Heroes for help while being relentlessly pursued by Psi-Borg. Join in the adventure of the journey to become the Hero Astra.