The Coffee Shop Meditations (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781494931940)

Fergus Dearden is a graduate from Saint Mary's University and currently holds a BA/BComm; majoring in English, Philosophy and Entrepreneurship. After two bouts of homelessness, being in abusive relationships and environments, beating a gambling addiction and being diagnosed with a mood disorder, Fergus decided it was time for a change and to take charge of his own life. Through his experiences, he decided to put his perspective of the world around us into words and this eventually became what is known as the Coffee Shop Meditations. While writing the Coffee Shop Meditations he eventually developed the motto "Stop, Feel, Think, Act". It has become the cornerstone in his healing process and he hopes his motto will guide others to go after their dreams. It is Fergus's mission to inspire others and give hope when they feel there is none. Through his effort to raise money for charity, it is his goal to become living proof that someone living with a disability can beat the odds and live a joyful and prosperous life. Fergus currently resides in Halifax Nova Scotia and hopes to one day obtain his MBA and MA from a well-recognized university.