There are many reasons why I have written and published my newest two books.
It was to share my journey of resilience and share HOPE with others.
At the end of the day, I will not let Fibromyalgia define me.
I will fight this disease on the right side and the one that stands for me!
I will continue to be happy and NOT LET TAKE OVER MY BLISS In Life. ~Author/Advocate Deb Morgan
Keeping Up The Positive Fight!
“You have a chronic incurable illness;” those were the words the Doctor told me on the day I found out I had fibromyalgia.
It could be treated, but it could not be cured. Another illness, one with lifetime pain and the loss of strength, eventually in my muscles, which included my heart and lungs. I was damn angry as my life was changing drastically again, with nothing I could do about it. Some nights, I would lay awake in bed and ask myself what I did to deserve this. Of course, the answer was that nobody deserves it.
My anger only served to make it worse.
I would look in the mirror some days and aside from the worn-out face looking back at me I didn’t look sick. A curse had darkened my doorstep this disease was killing me from the inside out. Not literally but more importantly in the physical and mental sense.
I soon found that all the bargaining to try and make a deal with the almighty was being done in my mind over an invisible enemy. This disease makes itself blatantly clear that it is the boss, was I just going to roll over and let it kill me? Should it have the right to define me?
My life may be different than what it was before, but I still laugh and smile. I may not live the most active life right now, but I now enjoy the conversation with my family and friends. I was unable to move through life as quickly as I did before, but now I know the importance of slowing down and not letting life pass you by.
I may not have a lot of good days physically, so I’ve come to appreciate the good days so much more. I may have lost a lot of things in this battle, but I’ve gained a lot of the spoils. I have a new and improved outlook on life because early in my heartstopping diagnosis I promised myself I would not let this disease take over my life. . .❣️
WISHING YOU ALL A VERY HAPPY BLESSED VALENTINE’S DAY 💌💘
“With over 51 million people in the U.S. living with chronic pain, Deb Morgan’s “Breaking The Silence” is the essential guide to overcoming guilt and shameas she bravely opens up about her battle with fibromyalgia, chronic pain, and fatigue. Read “Graceful Agony” and “Breaking The SIlence” nowor gift both to those who may be diagnised with Chronic illness…
“Dive into the pages of ‘Graceful Agony’ and ‘Breaking The Silence’ and embark on a journey of resilience and hope in the face of chronic illness by best-selling author and advocate Debra Morgan”. . .
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Sharing some thoughts for the weekend and the coming week. Be happy and filled with bliss as you enjoy every moment on your journey of “Living” even with Chronic Illness. . . ~Deb Morgan
Reading my new books may be the answer to help you with chronic illness with chronic pain, fatigue, & much more this ‘Autumn‘. . .
It’s Time To Have The Conversation About Chronic Illnesses!
No One Needs To Suffer In Silence. . .
Debra Morgan’s Graceful Agony is an inspiring book written to bring more awareness about fibromyalgia and support others afflicted with the disease so they will not feel isolated and alone. What stands out about this memoir is the honesty and determination of Morgan to shed light on the challenges of living with this disease and to cope with the pain and discomfort graciously. ~Readers Favorite Review
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Breaking The Silence by Deborah Morgan is aptly sub-titled Confronting Guilt and Shame in The Chronic Pain World. Deb, who has written her memoir about living with chronic pain, identifies that many chronic pain sufferers deal with a large amount of shame and guilt due to childhood experiences and the way society at large and family view and treat those who suffer from chronic pain. She provides thought-through techniques and advice to overcome these feelings and live a successful and fulfilling life.
Being a chronic pain sufferer herself, Deb shows insight and understanding of the difficulties faced by sufferers, be it how to cope with the emotions and feelings that can lead to isolation or how to deal with family members who minimize or negate their condition. The aim of this book is to set chronic pain sufferers free from guilt and shame and cultivate open and honest communication between those affected.
Father Callahan is forced back into dangerous filth, corruption, and crime. Can he remain a celibate priest, or will he abandon the life of faith for more sensual pleasures? Will he stay a good man or return to the dark criminal life he once knew so well?”
At Home Among Sinners The John Callahan Series Book 1 by Elizabeth Upton Genre: Romantic Mystery Thriller
John Callahan is a good man with a bad past — and his past will not let him live in peace. Against the odds, he matures from a teenage Belfast street thug and an IRA killer to a happily married man and expectant father. Then fate snatches away his wife, his unborn child—and his world—in the flash of a tragic accident for which he feels responsible.
Years later, just as he begins to find peace and serenity again as a monk in a rural Irish monastery, a vindictive superior banishes the handsome young priest to a derelict parish in New York City. Ripped away from his quiet, cloistered life, Father Callahan is plunged back into a dangerous cacophony of filth, corruption, and crime.
Will he remain a celibate priest or will he abandon the life of faith for more sensual pleasures? Will he remain a good man or return to the dark criminal life he once knew so well?
In this exciting, insightful novel, Elizabeth Upton puts readers inside the mind of a passionate, wounded, and angry young priest as he struggles to live in a state of grace among new friends and enemies in a foreign land.
The Web of Darkness and Light The John Callahan Series Book 2
Demons never tire. Like the banshees of Irish legend, they cling to John Callahan and fill his heart with wails of despair.
No matter how John tries to live an exemplary life, the former IRA killer is haunted by the memories of the horrors he has suffered — and those he has inflicted in return. Not the monastic life, not the vows of the priesthood, not the move from Ireland to New York City has brought him peace.
In this second gripping novel in the series by Elizabeth Upton, John Callahan has resigned from the priesthood in the hope of living a simpler life as a professor at New York University. However, his promise to a distraught colleague — who soon turns up dead — plunges him into another mystery alongside his friend Ronald Casey, a detective with the NYPD. Who would want to kill a professor of neuroscience? What could be contained in the briefcase she has guarded, quite literally, with her life?
It begins to be clear that Dr. Shannon Grey Feather has discovered a cure for addiction and several complex brain disorders. That is a medical breakthrough worth millions — and one worth killing over. Once again confronted by murder’s cruelty and life’s injustices, Callahan must find a killer while coming to terms with his criminal past. He longs for true peace and genuine love, but before he can hope for a bright future, he must revisit his dark past — where the looming demons dwell.
Lovers’ Secrets and Revenge The John Callahan Series Book 3
How much does family matter? And what if there are unknown details about them?
John Callahan visits his beloved grandmother, Annabelle, at her 500-acre estate in Ireland. The peaceful countryside is beautiful, with lush hills that overlook the coastline, so different from Callahan’s home in New York City. After Annabelle dies, Callahan discovers that she’s left everything to him. However, there are some challenges with the staff, where secrets abound, including murder and heightened security on the estate that can’t seem to control the chaos that is happening.
Callahan is perplexed, wanting to solve the murder, understand the workings of the estate, and also longing for a relationship that would create a happy home. He meets Sara, the woman in charge of the horses at the estate, and longs to be with her. Throughout the busy days of work, travel, and wondering if he’s in love, John remembers Annabelle’s words. “Whenever you need my help, rub this precious jewel for consolation, wisdom, and protection. Call me when needed, dearest Johnnie, and I shall come to you.”
Learn how Callahan meets the challenges of revenge, murder, and love to discover the true meaning of friends and family.
Elizabeth Upton is a best-selling author and influential writer of gripping romantic thrillers and inspiring self-help motivational nonfiction books.
Her best-selling books, ‘Secrets of a Nun: My Own Story,’ ‘The Silver Woman of Fire’ and ‘The Healing Swords of Love and Innocence’ helped set her firmly within the world’s literary map. With many novels to her credit, like her newest fiction book, released in June 2022, titled ‘Lovers’ Secrets and Revenge,’ a gripping romantic thriller, and her new nonfiction release in Feb. 2024, titled ‘You Are a Sovereign Woman of Strength, Love, and Grace: Embrace Your Journey.’
The Author’s favorite book she enjoyed writing was ‘The Shaman and The Mafia,’ as she shares, “The creation of this story has been an exciting journey. I would love to meet all of the characters in this book in real life.” Elizabeth’s nonfiction books and novels are available on Amazon and Amazon Kindle and are featured on fine literary book sites and magazines.
Elizabeth was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA., until the age of sixteen, when she entered a New York State Convent and became a nun for twenty years, but she yearned for a more authentic spiritual life. Elizabeth left the convent and chose to attend and receive her B.A. from Syracuse University.
Returning to her native state of California, she attended and received her M.A. in psychology from Chapman University. The Author began working for over thirty years in family counseling as a social worker and probation officer working with troubled teens and abused children. She is a speaker, spiritual mentor, and advisor.
Elizabeth is happily married and enjoys writing books for her reader fans around the world. When the Author is not writing, she works out with a personal trainer to stay fit and healthy; she loves long walks on the beach with her husband and dog. She enjoys reading good books by some of her favorite authors like Geraldine Brooks, Hanh, Jerry Archer, Joseph Murphy, and Michael Connelly.
Elizabeth and her husband reside in Santa Barbara, California.
In honor of all moms everywhere, I am still offering my two new Kindle books and softcovers on sale from Amazon now through Mother’s Day. Both have been awarded 5-star editorial book reviews from Reader’s Favorite and Reader Views for “Breaking The Silence: Confronting Guilt and Shame in the Chronic Pain World“
Both books make a great gift for moms who have chronic illnesses and high-impact chronic pain, as I do.
I share many personal experiences, advice, and tips that have helped me live a better life daily!
About The Book– ‘Breaking The Silence’
Deb Morgan, the authorof the Amazon best-selling memoir “Graceful Agony: An Intimate Memoir of Living with Fibro & Chronic Fatigue,” has published a new book titled “Breaking The Silence: Confronting Guilt and Shame in the Chronic Pain World” for readers who suffer from chronic pain, and loved ones.
According to the ‘Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,’ as of 2021, approximately 20.9% of U.S. adults (51.6 million people) experienced chronic pain, and 6.9% (17.1 million people) experienced high-impact chronic pain. Along with the diagnosis of chronic pain, which is beyond one’s control, it can induce feelings of shame and guilt that most times come from stigma.
‘Breaking The Silence’ is an exceptional and easy-to-read guidebook that offers various tools and techniques to help those diagnosed with chronic pain or any chronic illness that involves pain as a symptom. Reading this book can help one navigate through chronic pain and overcome feelings of shame and guilt. It also facilitates open communication between chronic pain sufferers, their families, and friends.
“The author emphasizes throughout this book that “No one should face suffering in silence.”
I am excited to share the press release and review given by the fabulous women who run the literary book site Reader Views. They sent news of my new book release everywhere! I even saw it posted through The Associated Press media outlet.
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Newly Released “Breaking The Silence” Is Changing the Chronic Pain Conversation April 02, 2024, 13:00 GMT
This acclaimed book offers a compassionate roadmap to navigate the emotional landscape of chronic pain, empowering readers to break free from guilt and shame.
“Morgan presents a solution for the guilt and shame associated with chronic pain sufferers, and this is good news for the millions of people who live with it.”
— Reader Views CHANDLER, AZ, USA, April 2, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Debra Morgan, celebrated for her Amazon best-seller “Graceful Agony: An Intimate Memoir of Living with Fibro & Chronic Fatigue,” unveils her latest work, “Breaking The Silence: Confronting Guilt and Shame in the Chronic Pain World.” This book serves as a guiding light for individuals facing chronic pain and their circle of support.
As reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 2021, an estimated 20.9% of U.S. adults, or about 51.6 million people, have dealt with chronic pain, while approximately 17.1 million people have faced high-impact chronic pain. The reality of chronic pain often brings with it unwanted feelings of shame and guilt, largely fueled by societal stigma.
“Breaking The Silence” emerges as a crucial and accessible guide that provides a variety of strategies and methods for individuals living with chronic pain or any chronic condition that presents pain as a symptom. The book aims to guide readers in managing chronic pain more effectively and in shedding the burdens of guilt and shame. It also encourages better communication between those suffering from chronic pain and their loved ones.
Addressing the inspiration behind her narratives, the author stated, “I hope that my books will spark meaningful conversations about the emotional impact of chronic pain and illness, including the feelings of shame and guilt that often accompany them.”
Recently released, “Breaking The Silence” has already garnered critical acclaim, receiving two 5-Star editorial reviews from Reader’s Favorite and Reader Views in March 2024:
“’Breaking The Silence: Confronting Guilt and Shame in The Chronic Pain World’ does what the title implies. It helps you learn how to love yourself and communicate your feelings to those who need to understand what a pain sufferer endures to become more supportive in a healing way.” —Delene Vrey for Readers’ Favorite
“’Breaking the Silence’ is the first step in finding help and healing. This author’s expertise and personal experience serve a double purpose: as an advocacy resource and self-help tool for those experiencing pain from arthritis, fibromyalgia, neuropathy, fatigue, lupus, and many others.”—Tammy Ruggles for Reader Views
Available in both paperback and Kindle formats, [BREAKING THE SILENCE, ISBN: 979-8882987106, Independently Published 2024] is a vital resource for individuals seeking relief and understanding in their journey with chronic pain and illness.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Author Debra Morgan wrote her #1 Amazon best-selling memoir, released April 2023, titled “Graceful Agony: An Intimate Memoir of Living with Fibro & Chronic Fatigue.” Debra’s new book, “Breaking The Silence: Confronting Guilt and Shame in the Chronic Pain World” was released in 2024 for readers suffering from high-impact Chronic pain.
Debra is an influential writer whose books are real-life journeys through topics of Recovery from Addiction, Fibromyalgia, Mental health, and High-impact Chronic Pain. Her knowledge is from personal experiences; her goal is to help others with support and hope and to know they are not alone. All her books are available on Amazon Kindle and B&N and featured on fine literary book sites.
For Deb, it was not about being a survivor but learning to thrive again while easing the path for others facing their fibro challenges. The author was born and raised in Colorado and lived in Arizona until 2012, when she moved to Oregon. Meanwhile, missing her grown children and grandchildren, she moved back to Arizona in 2021. She has been featured as a guest on many podcasts and radio shows, sharing her recovery journey while raising awareness about addiction. She has maintained sobriety since 1993. The author has been happily married to her soulmate and is a mother of two grown, successful children. She enjoys reading, painting, and traveling when not advocating, speaking, or writing. Her “#1 happy place” is spending much time with all the grandchildren she adores. Deb and her husband continue to reside in Chandler, Arizona.
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