Not to Spoil the Ending... But Everything is Going to be Ok: Insights from a Teenager in Heaven about Happiness here

by Naomi Brickel

An antidote for today's anxiety... Not to Spoil the Ending… but everything is going to be ok takes you through a mother's harrowing tragedy and deep reflection in order to reveal simple, yet profound insights about making the world more hopeful and heavenly. Starting from her own foundation built on the wisdom and writings of Brene Brown, Eckhart Tolle, and Richard Rohr, Naomi goes on to present Adam’s unique, playful and poignant principles about happiness, " # Hashtags for Livin’ Yzy" , developed through the recollections of kids who knew him and their recorded messages in a funeral visitation book. This uplifting narrative offers simple yet profound examples - so uncomplicated they could only have come from a boy - for making this world more hopeful and heavenly. "Adam had a way of seeing people, past the things that separate us to what is real and we share in common... And Naomi, is one of the few people who has recognized Me, more than just a touchdown or a viral video clip.” Ray Rice, former Baltimore Ravens 3x Pro Bowl Running Back and Super Bowl Champion Can a happier world be so easy and effortless?

318 pages, Paperback

Published August 13, 2021

About the author

Naomi Brickel, MSEd. is a nationally recognized expert on youth and family engagement and has presented to thousands in workshops and at state and national conferences. Naomi’s expertise comes from both her personal and professional experience working with young adults to promote their self-determination and empowerment, assisting families in the practical and emotional aspects of navigating disability service systems across the lifespan, and building capacity with professionals for more inclusive communities. She received her Master of Science degree in Secondary Special Education and Transition from the University of Kansas in 2015, and has spent her adult life dedicated to raising her large family, volunteering in her community, and a career in non-profit service. She is the mom of six children (one in heaven) and lives in New Rochelle, NY

Naomi’s resonating happiness is rooted in her awareness of the loving energy driving the universe and of the individual light and dignity of each person she encounters - lessons she learned in the process of grieving the sudden death of her blessed son Adam.

Reviews

[Paula · Rating 5 out of 5]

Naomi Brickle is an author destined to become a household name. She has helped and touched the lives of so many throughout her life and will inspire and help thousands more, perhaps millions, with the publication of this book, a must read for anyone seeking help with fighting off the feeling of anxiety and depression that has reached epidemic proportions throughout our world today. This author’s work delivers a energetic punch that will forcefully instill positive feelings in you, remove negative thoughts from your mind, embrace and comfort you by providing you with a fresh and positive perspective on your life. The author cleverly applies the theory of relativity as a tool she successfully and masterfully uses to remove the pain and suffering life imposes on so many throughout one’s lifetime. This book will change your life
For sure, you’ll pass this book on to others, especially loved ones in your life who might be looking for and in need of a pathway to find happiness and fulfillment in their lives. Aren’t we all? Thank you, Naomi Brickel. You didn't spoil the ending for us. You have made us all feel that everything “IS OK” after reading your book. I gave the book “Not to Spoil the Ending but Everything is Going to be Ok”- by Naomi Brickel a 5 star review but if I could, I would give it 5 MILLION STARS!!!

[Al · Rating 4 out of 5]

As a rule, if a book I’m considering reading looks like it is going to have a lot of content that pushes religious or “spiritual” ideas it will get sorted into the “nope, not reading this” stack without even opening the (usually virtual) cover. Abandoning the read early on due to too much religious content isn’t out of the realm of possibility either. For those who feel the same, consider this a warning, but be aware that there are other qualities that might make this a worthwhile read in spite of any misgivings you have. For those who see these qualities as positives, then it gets even better.

If you’ve had a family member pass away way too young, you know how difficult dealing with that is. This book is a memoir, taking us through the author experiencing the death of her 15-year-old son, Adam, and the aftermath, both the pain and the outpouring of support. As the story progresses, we get to know Adam, both from the viewpoint of his mother, but also from his friends and acquaintances. In Adam’s story are some lessons we could all learn about how to live life. (And for those looking for something more spiritual, there are a few more lessons for you too.)

**Originally written for "Books and Pals" book blog. May have received a free review copy. **

[Mac Handler · Rating 5 out of 5]

this is by far one of the best books i've ever read. i might be biased as i read as someone who knows and experienced the story, but i feel this is a must read for everyone. the book provides new outlooks on life, death, grief, relationships, faith.

normally i am a quick reader, so a book this length should've taken about a day to read. however, i took my time, really trying to understand each part of the book, each message, before i continued reading.

i recommend this book to ANYONE. though this book might not touch home for you as it did for me, there are still so many lessons to learn.

[Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow. Naomi touched me in so many places with her honest, raw, frank words of the journey she shared with her beautiful son, Adam, after his death. Her strength and vulnerability shine through about as often as my tears blurred the words. Which was a lot.
Hoping all my young adults read it too. It is a story on incredible hope and connection. Just what this world needs now.

[Timmie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A heart renching true story of a son’s death told by his mother. It is beautifully written and will provide insight into the lives families lead. It is moving and we will all learn from it.