Courage to Deal with the Crap: Finding Purpose in the Midst of Pain (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798893098006)

As the introduction expresses, "Let's be honest, sometimes life sucks! The circumstances we find ourselves facing can seem daunting, overwhelming, and at times unfair. We wonder what we have done to deserve the feelings or circumstances we are experiencing. We sometimes feel as if day-to-day survival is an exhausting struggle. How are we supposed to cope, let alone live? Is there really hope for a decent existence as we meander through this life with its challenges? How can we make any sense out of our messy predicaments?"

Using her personal trials, losses, physical and emotional suffering, the author discusses grieving, processing loss, and pain. The primary message of the book is: in the midst of our messes--there is hope. Personal stories of frustration, desperation, and how the author found hope and purpose provide the reader with several examples of crappy situations and the courage required to face them.

This book examines teachings by many Christians that often trigger confusion. The author shares her walk through the valleys of questions and her quest for truth. She examines many questions from those with whom she has provided emotional support. Most importantly, she offers hope and steps to healing for those who are hurting. She shares practical ways to live with daily challenges and struggles. The author discusses how she found purpose in the midst of her pain. The most exciting truth: the journey, no matter how much crap it contains, does not need to be traveled alone.

"An honest and motivating look at navigating life's challenges, Moliterno's Courage to Deal with the Crap offers a refreshingly candid take on overcoming life's inevitable obstacles. We all face difficulties, and this book equips readers with the tools they need to turn those challenges into opportunities for growth. Written with humor, faith, and a message of hope, this book empowers readers to push through tough times and reach their full potential."

(Rev. Chuck Balsamo, PhD)