Author: Yassin S. Hall | Co-Author: Loán C. Sewer
JOURNEY UNTOLD
TWISTED LOVE
MY MOTHER’S STRUGGLE WITH
MENTAL ILLNESS
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JOURNEY UNTOLD
TWISTED LOVE
MY MOTHER’S STRUGGLE WITH
MENTAL ILLNESS
YASSIN S. HALL
AS TOLD TO LOÁN C. SEWER
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PRAISE FOR JOURNEY UNTOLD
“Journey Untold” is poignant, captivating, stirring - - a deeply emotional story of
a child’s journey with a mother who suf ered from mental illness. Ms. Hal has
opened the window of her soul and al ows us to experience the deep, personal
truths of everyday life with a parent who is mental y il . This is not an ordinary
story. Nothing prepares a young child for the twists, turns, volatility, triumphs
and defeats of watching a parent’s mind slowly disintegrate. Living in a smal
community many, like me, personally witnessed some of her experiences. Journey
Untold boldly exposes and confronts mental illness. It is page turning, twisted
with emotions, truthful and agonizing; but in the end, “every little thing is going to
be alright.” (Bob Marley’s Three Little Birds) - Julie S. Carr
It was very informative, touching and sad at the same time. I used to see your
mother al the time and I knew something was wrong. I always wondered why no
one would try to help her, like famiIy or friends. I have an aunt and a cousin in
Tortola who have the same disease. At the [book] reading my eyes were opened on
mental il ness and how to tel the dif erent signs and effects it has on people. You
are truly blessed and strong Yassin to grow up dealing with your mother’s il ness
and your family issues. I am proud of you that you wrote this book about your life
experiences to share with people and educate those of us who don't know about
schizophrenia. Love ya! - Dwayne Harley
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Yassin Hall exposes the wounds of her past in the book Journey Untold. She
of ers a glimpse into a mind in turmoil, exploring the physical aspects of mental
il ness and providing insight into the chaos that lies beneath the surface. Today she
wants others to know that they, too, can enjoy relief and peace. This book is
beautiful y written, heartwarming, touching insights, a book with a Powerful
message. Whether you are the partner, parents, friend, or child of a depressed
person, you'll find this book an invaluable companion in your "Journey" back to
health. - Walden Maduro
The pleasure was mine to have the opportunity to engage in the presentation of
Yassin Hall's book Journey Untold. My awareness relating to mental y il
individuals has become apparent. Yassin’s book is a wonderful read that will
assist in educating our world about this unfortunate illness.
- Magarita Harris
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“If I can motivate, empower, and uplift
just one woman a day, then that’s my purpose.
That is what keeps me going.” – Yassin S. Hall
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Copyright © 2014 Yassin S. Hall
All rights reserved.
ISBN:
ISBN-13: 978-1502927262
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