About Rising Strong

Rising Strong explores what it takes to get back up after a fall. Whether you're navigating a career setback, a relationship challenge, or a parenting hurdle, this book offers a framework for turning disappointment into growth.

Key Themes

• The Reckoning: Recognizing when you're hooked by an emotion and getting curious about it.
• The Rumble: Owning your feelings, challenging your narratives, and getting to the truth.
• The Revolution: Writing a new ending based on what you've learned.

These three phases form the backbone of the book. Rising strong isn't a one-time event—it's a practice that requires courage and a willingness to be imperfect.

Why Read This Book?

Resilience isn't just about bouncing back—it's about rising strong. This book focuses on the messy, middle part of the process: the moment when things don't go as planned. Instead of avoiding failure, it shows how to lean into discomfort and emerge stronger.

Many self-help books promise quick fixes. Rising Strong takes a different approach. It's not about positive thinking or ignoring pain. It's about doing the hard work of reckoning with your emotions, rumbling with the stories you tell yourself, and revolution—the transformative change that follows.

Practical Applications

The book includes practical exercises and questions to guide your own process. One powerful concept is the "Rumble Starters"—phrases that help you get curious about your reactions. Instead of blaming others, you learn to ask: "What's really going on here?" This shift can change how you parent, lead, and love.

Leadership often demands a façade of certainty. Yet the book's framework shows that the best leaders are those who can admit when they're wrong and learn from failure. Rising Strong provides tools for leaders to create cultures of trust and innovation by modelling vulnerability.

In parenting, the book offers a compassionate approach: instead of fixing your child's problems, help them develop their own resilience. The Rumble Starters can open up honest conversations about emotions.

In relationships, the ability to reset after conflict is essential. The framework helps couples move from blame to understanding. It's not about avoiding arguments—it's about repairing and growing together.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the "rising strong" process?

It's a three-part process: the reckoning (getting curious about emotions), the rumble (owning your stories), and the revolution (writing a new ending). It's designed to help you learn from failure and disappointment.

Is this book only for people in crisis?

No. While helpful during difficult times, the practices are valuable for anyone wanting to build resilience. The skills apply to daily challenges, not just major setbacks.

Do I need to read other books in this series first?

Not necessarily. Rising Strong stands alone, though it builds on related concepts. If you're new to this author, this is a great starting point.

Start Your Journey Today

Rising Strong is a guide to living a braver, more connected life. With practical tools and structured processes, this book shows that our greatest strength lies in our willingness to face challenges and get back up. Whether for personal growth, better leadership, or deeper relationships, this book offers a path forward.

Please note: This book is for informational purposes and should not replace professional mental health guidance.