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"Jan has written an important book, one that will be an immense help to many who have had challenging childhoods, as well as to the young people, bewildered and suffering because of their troubled home lives. She tells her own story, candidly, but sensitively, before offering some advice, hard won in the university of life. She gives young people a number of attainable, objectives that are easy to understand and to follow: genuinely helpful."

"I'm impressed with its clarity, directness, and comprehensive scope. I especially like the way you support the person's growth and strength without minimizing the pain."

"Choosing To Survive" may be used as a comprehensive guide to survive and thrive after suffering the trauma of abuse. Jan offers insight into personality types that may develop as a result of abuse, survival tips and resources. It provides comfort and hope for a better future."

"This is a great book for those who are survivors of childhood abuse or for those who find themselves in an abusive situation and need to get out. The main importance that Jan puts forth in this book is to let survivors of abuse realize that their experiences, although terrible, are not unique and that it is possible to heal and live a whole life once more. There is healing in the words of this author."

"This book presents us with powerful information to conquer the fear of abuse and practical ways to overcome the obstacles to survival and living a fulfilling life."

"Jan's insightful book took courage to write. It will be both inspirational and educational for others attempting to escape into the sunshine again. Her Tips for Survival will remind the helping professions that it can be done."

"As a recovering alcoholic (28 years, 2months) I found Jan's insight on the money. From a slightly less dysfunctional family I had never analyzed roles and who was/did what and why. I especially liked the "you are not responsible for the actions of your parents"

"The texture of this book is palatable for all the injured children living inside of each of us to digest."

"'Choosing To Survive' was an enlightening book to read. It gave me an insight into what it must be like to grow up in and around substance and or physical abuse. This might help people in similar situations to see that you can survive and the cycle can be broken."

"'Choosing to Survive' nails the toxic home life of not only chemical dependency but the next generation if the individual doesn't get help changing their perception of what is 'normal' in the alcoholic family Jan's courage in writing this book humbles me. Don't miss 'Heal the Suffering Child'"

"'Choosing to Survive' is a wonderful book. I too came from a family of alcoholics, and became the defiant one. After making a few wrong choices in life, I decided to change the direction of my life. I could not change my abusive past, but as an adult, I no longer have to live it."