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Just Keep Breathing: A Shocking Expose' of Letters You Never Imagined a Generation Would Write
“I get abused and hurt so much, and no one seems to care…”
These are real words written by a real girl. There are thousands more just like her. Her pain is real. Her story is true. But her voice has been hidden… until now.
For those who will dare to listen to the truth, tragedy, and triumph found in the desperate words of a generation eclipsed by the white noise of a culture too busy to care, there are incredible stories to be unearthed. This book is a shocking, inspirational exposé of just a few of these stories—hidden in plain sight. It is written in response to thousands of personal letters and messages, both for those in crisis and for those who share that crisis with them everyday. These are the stories, the responses, and ultimately the hope that we all should own for each other.
As one of the most sought-after public speakers in the world, Reggie Dabbs has shared his own incredible story with millions of adults and students each year for the past twenty-five years. Because of social media, many of them share their own stories with him in return. These letters contain their stories with names and details changed to protect their anonymity, having otherwise been kept in their original form. They are followed by Reggie’s actual response of hope to that individual. John Driver, MS—a former public secondary educator, as well as a fifteen-year community youth advocate and mentor—adds additional insight and “Breathable Moments” for educators, parents, friends, and family.
Equipping readers to help those in crisis continue breathing another day, Just Keep Breathing provides both the inspiration and the information needed to respond confidently and appropriately—and see those we care about make it to another sunrise.
These are real words written by a real girl. There are thousands more just like her. Her pain is real. Her story is true. But her voice has been hidden… until now.
For those who will dare to listen to the truth, tragedy, and triumph found in the desperate words of a generation eclipsed by the white noise of a culture too busy to care, there are incredible stories to be unearthed. This book is a shocking, inspirational exposé of just a few of these stories—hidden in plain sight. It is written in response to thousands of personal letters and messages, both for those in crisis and for those who share that crisis with them everyday. These are the stories, the responses, and ultimately the hope that we all should own for each other.
As one of the most sought-after public speakers in the world, Reggie Dabbs has shared his own incredible story with millions of adults and students each year for the past twenty-five years. Because of social media, many of them share their own stories with him in return. These letters contain their stories with names and details changed to protect their anonymity, having otherwise been kept in their original form. They are followed by Reggie’s actual response of hope to that individual. John Driver, MS—a former public secondary educator, as well as a fifteen-year community youth advocate and mentor—adds additional insight and “Breathable Moments” for educators, parents, friends, and family.
Equipping readers to help those in crisis continue breathing another day, Just Keep Breathing provides both the inspiration and the information needed to respond confidently and appropriately—and see those we care about make it to another sunrise.
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224 pages, Paperback
Published January 26, 2016
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January 6, 2021
Reggie is an all around amazing speaker! As I read this book, I could so easily envision these moments happening in school assemblies that he describes as well as hear it in his voice. It was an easy read, but simultaneously was heavy on the heart. Highly recommend for anyone who is invested in students/teenagers today!
July 19, 2023
This book inspired me to become a coach!
July 1, 2016
This book is a must read for every youth worker, youth minister, teacher, parent and teenager. If you are not part of the solution then you are part of the problem, either implicitly or explicitly. I know it sounds cliche but kids are often in crisis and unfortunately alot of it is more than just teenage angst.
This book really opened my eyes to how to approach kids/people in crisis. Other people's problems can seem overwhelming but there are ways to be compassionate and truly impact lives without burning out.
God bless Reggie Dabbs and John Driver in the wonderful work they are doing.
4 stars
This book really opened my eyes to how to approach kids/people in crisis. Other people's problems can seem overwhelming but there are ways to be compassionate and truly impact lives without burning out.
God bless Reggie Dabbs and John Driver in the wonderful work they are doing.
4 stars
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