Dr. Deena C. Brown Joins 9 Other Authors in the Anthology, "Extraordinary Lives: Stories of Triumph and Inspiration (#LetsTellYourStory)"

    IRVINE, CA, July 04, 2017 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Dr. Deena C. Brown, a coach, professional speaker and educator, wrote a chapter in the new best-selling anthology, "Extraordinary Lives", called "Kintsugi: The Art of Being Beautifully Broken". Her chapter outlines Kintsugi which is an art form in Japan that takes broken items and restores them to a new form, a better and more beautiful form than they originally were. Her chapter ties that into our lives by explaining that we have to look at adversity and failure differently. Our past and experiences do not define who we are -We decide. Our decision to grow from the challenges creates a beautiful mosaic - Kintsugi; where our authentic cracks make up the beautiful mosaic that is our unique story. Kintsugi is more than just an art form it is a way of life.

She is joined by people just like you that have a message to share. Each one will touch your heart and show you that you're not alone in your journey, and also inspire you to take action. The contributing authors include: Kathy Kidd, Julie Sands, Latia Vaughan "The Dream Pusher", Dorissa McCalister-Carnell, Gary Schwary, Sandi Lynn, Donna Jones-Holas, Mosetanola (Moshay) Akala, Dr. Deena C. Brown, and Candace Lauren. The foreword was written by International Best Selling Author Susie Carder and a special testimonial for the book was written by Lisa Nichols, the founder and CEO of Motivating the Masses, Inc.

The short stories in this anthology are meant to inspire readers and show them that tragedy or hardship doesn't last forever. There is a light at the end of the tunnel and it is brilliant.

"Look at failure differently. Look at it as an opportunity for growth." - Dr. Deena C. Brown

Dr. Brown is a certified John Maxwell Advanced Global Leadership speaker, teacher, and consultant with a purpose and passion for helping individuals, leaders, and organizations connect the dots between their core values and transformative leadership for the 21st century and beyond.

Dr. Brown has been featured on ABC, NBC, and CBS as a highly sought after leadership and business consultant.

Dr. Brown served 16 years overseas with the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA. In 2012, Dr. Brown was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School Principal for Academic Excellence. In addition to completing the competitive DoDEA Center for School Leadership, Dr. Brown graduated from San Diego State University with a B.A. in Economics; was awarded a M.A. in Education from Old Dominion University; and earned her Ph.D. from the University of Southern Mississippi in Educational Leadership and Research.

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