Stories compiled and edited by Caroline S. Cooper."Many people have shared stories with me describing their lives with mental illness, trauma, abuse, or addiction. This book is a compilation of those stories written by real people who describe real life in an honest and vulnerable manner. Blended with the challenges and heartaches associated with mental health conditions is an underlying sense of hope. Yes, hope! It is my desire that this book will educate readers on the reality of life with mental illness while emphasizing that everyone can learn healthy coping skills and live full, productive lives."