Going through life is trudging through the possibilities of pain and bliss, of hurt and mirth, of thrills and chills. This book talks about eking life. How the woes of life can be trumped is the crux of it. It's a gentle reminder of how truly amazing life it as those times we are hitting a rough patch, when the oomph and enthusiasm is ebbing away. It is not just a book; it is a gorgeous muse abounding with good vibes, lifting words of cheer, true life stories, anecdotes, hard facts of life and inspiring quotes to buoy up your spirit on a cloudy day. The writer has weaved together themes of pain, hope, girt, success, speaking out and just how upward social comparison can be unhealthy for life.