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Oct. 14, 2010 - PRLog -- Extreme Circumstances Bring Out the Best in Human Spirit

Withstanding seemingly insurmountable circumstances, the Chilean mine rescue operation points to the extraordinary courage of not only the trapped miners, but also the rescuers who risk their own lives to save others. For instance, mining engineer Manual Gonzalez who was the first person down the shaft and the last one out. He had vowed to stay until they were all evacuated - and stayed true to his word as all the 33 miners and five rescuers made it to safety first.

Why do some people seem to have the courage to face trials and come out the other side still standing strong? Many of us find ourselves in every day situations that require herculean efforts…
         •  fallout from the economy
         •  job loss
          •  home foreclosure
         •  serious health issues
         •  fractured relationships

The Courage Companion: How to Live Life with True Power (Viva Editions, October 2010) from Nina Lesowitz and Mary Beth Sammons, celebrates both the heroism of rescuers who risk their lives to save others, and the resilience of ordinary people who, like the Chilean miners–have to tap into their inner strength in order to face the unknown.

Our nation is struggling — If there ever was a time when we all could use a big dose of courage, it’s now (high unemployment, environmental disasters, war, etc.). What fears are stopping you? What do you need in order to face and embrace life fully? Nina Lesowitz and co-author Mary Beth Sammons, have gone to the front lines of adversity and fear to surface the brave hearts that took action before they were forced to, confronting and overcoming their fears in ways that inspire us all. From world-class athletes to spiritual teachers, to cancer patients, to ordinary people who took extraordinary action to transform their lives, these courage warriors will show you how to turn apprehension into action.
 
WHO:  Nina Lesowitz, Bay Area business woman and bestselling author can address fear in extraordinary circumstances like being trapped in mine, or in day-to-day life when facing unemployment, the loss of one’s home, health crises and other real and perceived danger, in order to learn how to survive and thrive. Lesowitz is available for interviews via phone or in-studio by special arrangement.

About the Book:
The Courage Companion presents stories of extraordinary courage that not only invite the reader to “tap into—and hold onto—our inner strength when times get tough and when we’re feeling all alone,” but act as guides to inspire anyone to just do it, whatever that “it” may be. Enhanced with motivational quotes, expert advice, and exercises, this courage guidebook will help you turn apprehension into action to reap the many benefits of living your life with guts and gusto.
Press release:  http://www.vivaeditions.com/features/TCC-PR-092810

About Nina Lesowitz:
Nina is a leader in women's business in the San Francisco Bay Area. A volunteer for literacy organizations, she also runs Spinergy Group, which represents authors, corporate clients, and non-profits. The recipient of a national award for excellence in media relations, Nina is the co-author of 3 books, including the award-winning Living Life as a Thank You, her first collaboration with Mary Beth Sammons.

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