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The Power of Two: A life-changing story of friendship, surrogacy, and connection
Fourteen years of friendship. Eight years of 'trying'. Eighteen rounds of IVF and now, one beautiful baby boy. The Power of Two is a remarkable true story that shows that together we can do more than we ever thought possible.
Lisa and Sarah's journey begins with a professional relationship and ends with a life-changing act of love and friendship, but this book is about so much more – a powerful ode to community, resilience, and the power summoned when we support each other.
From the outside, Lisa Messenger was the consummate success story, a highly respected publishing professional, a shooting star in the entrepreneurial space. But privately, Lisa was struggling with the one thing she could not achieve through hard work and a positive attitude. She had almost given up on having a child, when her dear friend, Sarah Megginson, came to her with an extraordinary offer.
This book is a deeply personal exploration of grief, hope and rebirth, for anyone who has ever been in the trenches. Together we are stronger, more resilient and infinitely more.
This is the power of two.
Lisa and Sarah's journey begins with a professional relationship and ends with a life-changing act of love and friendship, but this book is about so much more – a powerful ode to community, resilience, and the power summoned when we support each other.
From the outside, Lisa Messenger was the consummate success story, a highly respected publishing professional, a shooting star in the entrepreneurial space. But privately, Lisa was struggling with the one thing she could not achieve through hard work and a positive attitude. She had almost given up on having a child, when her dear friend, Sarah Megginson, came to her with an extraordinary offer.
This book is a deeply personal exploration of grief, hope and rebirth, for anyone who has ever been in the trenches. Together we are stronger, more resilient and infinitely more.
This is the power of two.
295 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 29, 2024
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About the author
Lisa Messenger
47 books62 followersLisa Messenger is the vibrant, game-changing founder, CEO and editor-in-chief of Collective Hub. She launched Collective Hub as a print magazine in 2013, with no experience in an industry that people said was either dead or dying. Collective Hub has since grown into an international multimedia business and lifestyle platform with multiple verticals across print, digital, events and education – all of which serve to ignite human potential.
Five years and 52 issues into the print magazine Lisa made the courageous move to “break” the very thing that she started – the print magazine – enabling her to take some time and space to evolve into the next iteration and again disrupt… watch this space.
Lisa is an international speaker, best-selling author, and an authority on disruption in both the corporate sector and the start-up scene. Lisa’s experience in publishing has seen her produce over 400 custom-published books for companies and individuals as well as having authored and co-authored 24 herself.
Most notably, Lisa chartered her ride to success with her bestselling book Daring & Disruptive: Unleashing the Entrepreneur and its sequels Life & Love: Creating the Dream, which reached number-one on Booktopia; Money & Mindfulness: Living in Abundance, that shot to best-selling status within the first month; Breakups & Breakthroughs: Turn an Ending Into a Beginning and Purpose soon followed.
Her passion is to challenge individuals and corporations to get out of their comfort zones, find their purpose, change the way they think, and to prove there’s more than one way to do anything. She encourages creativity, innovation, and an entrepreneurial spirit, and lives life to the absolute max. Most mornings she wakes up and pinches herself at how incredible her life is, but is also acutely aware and honest about life’s bumps and tumbles along the way.
With fans including Sir Richard Branson and New York Times best-selling author Bradley Trevor Greive, and a loyal fan base, Lisa’s vision is to build a community of like-minded people who want to change the world.
Five years and 52 issues into the print magazine Lisa made the courageous move to “break” the very thing that she started – the print magazine – enabling her to take some time and space to evolve into the next iteration and again disrupt… watch this space.
Lisa is an international speaker, best-selling author, and an authority on disruption in both the corporate sector and the start-up scene. Lisa’s experience in publishing has seen her produce over 400 custom-published books for companies and individuals as well as having authored and co-authored 24 herself.
Most notably, Lisa chartered her ride to success with her bestselling book Daring & Disruptive: Unleashing the Entrepreneur and its sequels Life & Love: Creating the Dream, which reached number-one on Booktopia; Money & Mindfulness: Living in Abundance, that shot to best-selling status within the first month; Breakups & Breakthroughs: Turn an Ending Into a Beginning and Purpose soon followed.
Her passion is to challenge individuals and corporations to get out of their comfort zones, find their purpose, change the way they think, and to prove there’s more than one way to do anything. She encourages creativity, innovation, and an entrepreneurial spirit, and lives life to the absolute max. Most mornings she wakes up and pinches herself at how incredible her life is, but is also acutely aware and honest about life’s bumps and tumbles along the way.
With fans including Sir Richard Branson and New York Times best-selling author Bradley Trevor Greive, and a loyal fan base, Lisa’s vision is to build a community of like-minded people who want to change the world.
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January 8, 2025
Very informative and interesting read. I didn't love this as much as my mum, but I think that is because I am still a spinster. I loved the narration on this. Thank you audiobooks for helping my slump!
January 7, 2025
"The Power of Two" is way more than just a fertility story - it's a raw, real look at friendship, communication, and the hidden struggles we all carry. Lisa and Sarah show us that you never really know what someone's going through behind closed doors, and that true connection happens when we're brave enough to be vulnerable.
This book is a masterclass in communication that'll resonate with anyone, regardless of whether you've experienced fertility challenges. They navigate complex conversations with healthcare professionals, family, and each other in a way that's both honest and compassionate. Their story proves that when we communicate with real empathy and set clear boundaries, we can support each other through almost anything.
What makes this memoir so compelling is how it reveals the power of human resilience. Our most profound moments often emerge from our willingness to be authentic and lean on each other when life gets tough. Lisa and Sarah demonstrate that our greatest strength often comes from being willing to ask for help and truly listen.
If you're looking for an inspiring read that'll make you value friendship, communication, and the hidden strength we all carry, this book is for you. Prepare to be inspired and deeply moved.
This book is a masterclass in communication that'll resonate with anyone, regardless of whether you've experienced fertility challenges. They navigate complex conversations with healthcare professionals, family, and each other in a way that's both honest and compassionate. Their story proves that when we communicate with real empathy and set clear boundaries, we can support each other through almost anything.
What makes this memoir so compelling is how it reveals the power of human resilience. Our most profound moments often emerge from our willingness to be authentic and lean on each other when life gets tough. Lisa and Sarah demonstrate that our greatest strength often comes from being willing to ask for help and truly listen.
If you're looking for an inspiring read that'll make you value friendship, communication, and the hidden strength we all carry, this book is for you. Prepare to be inspired and deeply moved.
December 17, 2024
I really enjoyed this book. I am not normally a reader (more an audio book kinda' gal) but this was such an easy and enjoyable book to read - I didn't want to put it down.
I haven't personally been on an IVF journey, but this book is soo much more than that. Connection / Friendship / Saying YES / Communication / Grief / A Miracle and most importantly the POWER of what can be created when 2 people come together.
Highly recommend.
Casey
I haven't personally been on an IVF journey, but this book is soo much more than that. Connection / Friendship / Saying YES / Communication / Grief / A Miracle and most importantly the POWER of what can be created when 2 people come together.
Highly recommend.
Casey
December 19, 2024
Such a wonderful insight into a battle faced by so many women in silence. This book is a beacon of hope when all avenues may feel exhausted. More so; it is a wonderful example of hope, highlighting there is still kindness and selflessness in the world. It shows again how woman supporting women can achieve seemingly impossible heights together
November 30, 2024
Maybe would be more meaningful for me or will be if I go through IVF or surrogacy or a high risk pregnancy. I resonated with some of the highlighting around the mental and financial toll of IVF. I appreciated the alluding to their experiences of hardship and parents dying
January 26, 2025
It is like being with two friends over dinner. Generously and thoughtfully shared. Great read for anyone in life around friendship, kindness, etc however very beneficial for fertility, IVF, surrogacy and the power of two.
January 3, 2025
WOW...what a story!
I'm not going to say too much, but it was an incredible journey for both families and I am so glad there was such a great outcome.
I'm not going to say too much, but it was an incredible journey for both families and I am so glad there was such a great outcome.
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