There Is Wisdom in the Wreckage
Things in life happen FOR you, not to you
If you've ever stood on the brink, this book is for you. This memoir speaks directly to those who feel pressure to appear strong while struggling internally.
About Cheyra
I'm an author, former division one athlete, leadership coach, psychology professional and grief coach who understands resilience from both perspectives—the clinical expertise and the lived experience.
My journey took me from the soccer fields of Howard University through a profound mental health crisis and back again. That experience taught me something no textbook ever could: our breaking points often become our breakthrough moments.
Today, I work with individuals and organizations on leadership development and mental wellness, bringing both professional credentials and hard-won personal insight to every conversation. My memoir, On the Brink of Insanity, is my invitation to anyone who's ever felt like they were falling apart while the world expected them to have it all together.
Professional Background:
Author, On the Brink of Insanity: A Memoir
Leadership Coach specializing in resilience and mental wellness
Psychology Professional | M.Sc., Forensic Psychology, University of Kent
About the Book
On the Brink of Insanity
"There is a particular kind of wisdom that comes only after watching your world collapse."
This memoir chronicles my journey through loss, mental health crises, the weight of athletic identity, and discovering an unexpected lifeline. It's raw, unflinching, and ultimately hopeful—a story about what happens when you lose everything familiar and find out who you're capable of becoming.
From shattered to thriving, from dependence to determination, this is the story of wisdom found in the wreckage.
If you've ever stood on the brink, this book is for you. This memoir speaks directly to those who feel pressure to appear strong while struggling internally.
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What my readers say
A Story of Bravery
Thought provoking, self-reflecting and real. This memoir is such an easy read. It’s like sitting with a friend and listening to them tell their story.
Junea
Engaging
It’s the kind of book that stays with you, not just because of the events being shared, but because of the honesty and heart behind them. The writing is powerful, raw, and deeply human…..
Jules
Powerful..
Cheyra takes you on a journey of both falling and climbing, and her honesty makes you feel every step. She doesn’t hide her scars; instead, she shows how God’s grace has carried her through. A powerful, inspiring memoir.
Loves the Lord
Wow!!! What a read.
Cheyra’s transparency and openness in sharing her life story is truly powerful. Her truth is unimaginable, especially considering how much she endured at such a young age. I am almost certain that once others read this book, they will find pieces of themselves in her journey.
Chellz
"There is a particular kind of wisdom that comes only after watching your world collapse."
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