Larry Godwin

Transcending Depression: Quest Without a Compass by Larry Godwin is refreshing and informative. It is refreshing because you get to hear from someone who has experienced mental illness for years and has fought to survive. Informative because he shows ways he handled the many options of suppressing this disease. Many years of trial and error can help others avoid loopholes in their health management.

If you or a loved one suffers from depression, Larry Godwin's book Transcending Depression: Quest Without a Compass will be invaluable. As a friend, caregiver, or family member, you will understand this disorder better and help to avoid triggers in their life. For someone who has depression, you will feel as if you have a friend who understands and can advise in their experience. I enjoyed reading this book and highly recommend it to others.… (more)

Transcending Depression: Quest Without a Compass by Larry Godwin is the story of one man's journey with depression. Beginning at a quite young age, Godwin recognized his own depression. This book chronicles his struggle through the disease. The book opens up in chronological order and recounts many of his experiences. Through various relationships, treatment therapies, and continual struggle, Godwin shares his life with us. As a therapeutic tool, this book might be helpful. For personal use, it's more of a relatable story for anyone who has suffered from depression. The Depression Survival Guide at the back of the book is quite helpful. Highly recommend.… (more)