Endorsements
Everyone needs to read this book! Ms. Michaels story is a guide to self-induced healing that can help anyone be prepared and not have to learn from personal disaster. Cancer can be a wake-up call to a new beginning as it was for Ms. Michaels. In her powerful story of rebirth, we learn that amazing things can happen when our body gets the message that we are living a new life we love.
Dr. Bernie Siegel, MD, author of The Art of Healing and A Book of Miracles
The Gift of Cancer is an inspiring and deep personal history of how cancer closed some doors but opened so many others, leading to personal transformation and growth. The strength and empowerment of taking control of your health and treatment plan, staying committed, and coming out the other side stronger and healthier will inspire many in similar situations. I highly recommended this book to anyone struggling with any major life issue.
Joel Kahn MD, Professor of Medicine, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Director Cardiac Wellness, Michigan Healthcare Professionals, PC
This book is a roadmap for anyone challenged with dis-ease. Facing incredible odds, Brenda Michaels made the courageous decision to embrace her cancer as her teacher rather than as her enemy. In doing so, she was guided to heal her inner life, which led to the healing of her cancer.
Marci Shimoff, professional speaker, bestselling author, Happy for No Reason, Love For No Reason, Chicken Soup for the Womans Soul
Brenda Michaels, with Marsha Mercant tells her story with such openness and courage. It will resonate with anyone who is struggling to trust her inner voice. I couldnt put it down! I will keep this book by my bedto remind me that I am the only one who can heal myself.
Jill Eikenberry, actor, breast cancer activist
Brenda Michaels story is one that will resonate with every human being. In her book, The Gift of Cancer: A Miraculous Journey to Healing , Ms. Michaels shares how her experience with cancer propelled her to look deep within her heart to access love, faith and ultimately forgiveness. We all struggle with judgment and fear, not realizing how that can impact our health, relationships and the very fabric of our lives. This book is a beautifully written story of hope and inspiration; a testimonial to the power of love within each of us.
Dr. DiVanna VaDree DC, CA, CIH, Full Body Channel for Divine Mother Quan Yin
Brenda Michaels story is an inspiration to us all. It is a story of success against terrible odds, of quiet moments of courage and heroism in times of fear and doubt. I recommend this book to everyone, to those whose life is difficult for any reason, for those facing a cancer diagnosis, for anyone who wants an uplifting story of a womans courage and triumph over some very serious battles. I admire Brenda for sharing this very personal story and for the successful life she has created for herself.
Nicholas J. Gonzalez, M.D.
This book is a miracle, providing an example of someone claiming her true spiritual power in the midst of challenges and healing into who she is meant to be. The Gift of Cancer is a tender, passionate, instructive tale that is a gift to anyone.
Tama Kieves, bestselling author of Inspired & Unstoppable: Wildly Succeeding in Your Lifes Work! www.TamaKieves.com
Brenda Michaels book, The Gift of Cancer , is a gift of deep wisdom and compassion to all who suffer, be it from physical illness, emotional pain or spiritual bewilderment. Her profound journey into the heart of serious illness is a testament to her raw courage and faith in the greater mystery of lifes unfolding. Through Brendas robust description of her extraordinary experience, we discover new and surprising possibilities for our own healing and wholeness; truths that offer us a larger, life-changing perspective of our most essential selves.
Susan Plummer, Ph.D, author of Deep Change: Befriending the Unknown
The Gift of Cancer by Brenda Michaels with Marsha Mercant is a gem of a book! If you are at a health crossroads, seeking a new perspective that offers hope and possibility using an alternative path to healing of the mind, body, spirit, this book is especially for you. If you or a loved one are looking for insight as you explore the physical, emotional and spiritual implications of wellness and are desiring new tools and support to move through turbulent times, this book is well worth the read and highly recommended.
Robin Mastro, author of Altars of Power and Grace , Making Room for Mr. Right , environmental designer, teacher of Vedic Knowledge
This book needs to be read; by women fighting breast cancer, by anybody, man or woman dealing with any type of cancer, by anyone seeking a wonderfully written, passionately told story of an unusual woman coming to age and into good health a woman who followed her own good instincts along the way and sought out expert guides to help in her quest.
Suzanne Somers, actor, health activist
Brenda Michaels, with Marsha Mercant has written a beautiful, painful work of heart. She teaches us how to heal, making the physical aspects of disease disappear in the harmony of wholeness and self-realization. Brendas determination is awe inspiring as she cultivates peace within pain, harmony through faith and the courage to follow intuitive wisdom regardless of outside opinion. This profound journey will remind every reader what they are capable of!
Holly Riley, inspirational speaker, bestselling author of Allowing: A Portrait of Forgiving and Letting Life Love You
This book is a must read for anyone faced with the life changing journey of cancer. Through her personal story, Brenda Michaels brings a unique blend of hope and understanding to the conversation of terminal illness, exploring an array of possibilities that can be found just outside the paradigm of traditional medicine.
Royce Richardson, author of The Blissmaker
Brenda Michaels with Marsha Mercant, has written a beautiful book for anyone reflecting on her own spiritual path. For those challenged with illness, there is important information about creating a healing team, managing fears and moving positively into the light of health and happiness. By embracing cancer as a teacher instead of the enemy Brenda offers an amazing lesson to us all. I gleaned so many pearls of wisdom that I have put in my journal so I may reflect on them when I forget to trust the divine.
Mary Ann Halpin, photographer, creator of Fearless Women, Visions of a New World , Pregnant Goddesshood and Fearless Women series
Reading Brenda Michaels story was life changing for me. Ive never had cancer but I do have relationships that have been emotionally painful and toxic. After reading this book, Ive begun a daily regimen of morning meditation to re-examine, release and re-center. What an amazing gift this book is!
Sharon Carr, Tony Awardwinning Broadway producer
Brenda Michaels The Gift of Cancer: A Miraculous Journey to Healing is a story of not only healing but ultimately, empowerment. As we witness Ms. Michaels not only survive but thrive through three cancer diagnoses, she is an inspiration and testament to the power of facing your fears. Her story is real and honest as she encounters fear, grief, failure, shame and loss moving from victim to creator. In the face of great obstacles we witness her reclaim her life, find her voice and heal her soul, achieving the peace and joy she longs for.
Megan Skinner, spiritual counselor and author
Congratulations on The Gift of Cancer: A Miraculous Journey to Healing . I think you have a hit on your hands! And not just because its something everyone will want to read, but because its something everyone SHOULD read! You can quote me on that!
David Friedman, award-winning composer, author of Thought Exchange
This story of courage and healing demonstrates the power of the authors remarkable commitment to accept and receive the lessons of her cancer diagnosis. As she learned to surrender, to trust, and to practice forgiveness, soul-level healing was made possible. For those who are ready to hear her message, the inspiration she offers can open doorways to life-affirming possibilities and activate unrealized healing potential.
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