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Member: LynnTolson

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Tagsmemoir (6), Beyond the Tears (5), incest (4), Lynn Tolson (4), domestic violence (3), betrayal (2), compassion (2), molest (2), abuse (2), domestic abuse (2) — see all tags

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About meFor nearly twenty years, I engaged in careers in retail, real estate and property management. Every working day left me feeling unfulfilled, as if I was living a false life. My real life began not by changing jobs, but by putting pen to paper in journal writing sessions. Themes emerged regarding the impact of my sexual abuse, drug addiction, and suicide attempts. By using the journal to write about the problems and solutions discussed in my counseling sessions, a story of transformation evolved, and a book was produced titled Beyond the Tears: A True Survivor's Story. My desire to share a message of healing from trauma became too strong to ignore; the book became a mission. I left the corporate environment to write my story about personal yet universal emotional issues. Although journal writing was a cathartic experience, the book was written with the courage to face my fears, with compassion for myself and others, and a conviction to tell the truth. I am an artist, author, and advocate. My favorite form of entertainment is: my two energetic West Highland White Terriers.

About my libraryMy library is has mostly non-fiction books on topics in sociology and psychology. I am specifically interested in social problems that are least discussed in our society, thus most prevalent. My library also contains books about personal and spiritual growth. I read memoirs. Occasionally I will read fiction if it is a topic that I research, such as domestic violence in "Black and Blue." I'm too serious and I think too much. For fun, I take out my how-to books on watercolor paintings, and make a mess splashing.

Homepagehttp://www.beyondthetears.com

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Real nameLynn C. Tolson

LocationColorado Springs, CO

Emaillynn.tolsongmail.com

Account typepublic, free

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Member sinceOct 20, 2009