Difference Maker: Overcoming Adversity and Turning Pain into Purpose, Every Day (Teen Edition)

"Every teen and parent should read this book. Our teens need us. They are the Difference Makers of the future." - Dr. Doug Vance, PhD, Doug Vance Juvenile Consulting; Founder, Brazos Valley Coalition on Suicide PreventionTeens have been hit and wounded. Life hasn't turned out to be what they expected, wanted, or hoped for. No one seems to care. They feel alone and isolated. Something is wrong. They can sense it. Deep down, their hearts are saying, "There's got to be more."Yes, there is. It's time to help our teens turn things around. It's time to expose the lies they've been fed about themselves (sometimes by themselves) and embrace the truth.What's the truth?Our teens are Difference Makers. And it's time to help them start living that way.For more than 30 years, multiple award-winning author and speaker Gary Roe has been helping teens and adults heal from past wounds, discover who they are, and live with passion and purpose. With more than a dozen books and 600 articles in print, he has become a trusted, inspirational voice to thousands of wounded hearts. "Life is about overcoming," Gary frequently says. Have your teen join him on the Difference Maker journey. You'll be glad you did, and they'll thank you for it. In this Teen Edition of Difference Maker, your teen will discover...- The incredible power lies have had over them and their hearts.- What the common lies are out there, and how they are affecting them.- How to expose the lies they've been fed, one by one.- The truth about themselves and those around them.- How to embrace the truth and begin to think and live differently. As your teen chooses to think differently and begin to heal and grow, they'll also learn...- How to conquer obstacles like fear, anxiety, anger, depression, self-harming behavior, and suicidal thoughts. - Why they're here and what their mission is. - How to avoid thoughts, behavior, and habits that threaten their well-being and will scuttle their mission.- How to embrace healthy, mission-building thoughts, behavior, and habits that will propel them forward.- How to live with more purpose and passion than they (and you) dreamed possible.No matter what has happened to your teen or around them, they can heal and grow. They can overcome adversity and turn pain into purpose, every day. They can transform losses into gains. Difference Maker can show them how. Our teens are Difference Makers. The world needs them. Let's help them accept the challenge. Let the Difference Maker adventure begin.

"The Difference Maker Series is pure genius.  We've all been wounded, and these books offer concrete, specific things that readers can do to help with the healing process. It's clear that the author cares deeply for and is passionate about assisting teens find a new life of powerful, positive impact." - Dr. Craig Borchardt, CEO Hospice Brazos Valley, Texas A&M Health Science Center
 
"Amazing. Such a difficult topic, but I appreciate how direct the author is, and that he didn't over-complicate the process. This is exactly the type of book teens need - clear and to the point. A valuable resource for counselors."  - Lana Owen, Mental Health, Wellness, and Safety Specialist, Texas Education Service Center
 
"Difference Maker is an impactful and practical guide for wounded souls. Changed thinking is a first step toward changed behavior. Gary masterfully connects heart and head matters in this book. I look forward to sharing it with clients and friends." - Carrie Andree, Licensed Professional Counselor
 
"We can find ourselves lost without purpose or direction. Many end up in a hopeless downward spiral.  Gary's insight in getting to the heart of the issue and focusing on the real battle, which is the battle for the mind, brings hope and clarity instead of hopelessness and confusion. I will definitely recommend this book." - Page Bratcher, Divorce & Life Recovery Coach
 
"No one is beyond repair. Anyone can heal. Everyone can make a difference. These are the messages we all need to hear. Gary has done a marvelous job of addressing what holds teens back and what can propel them forward. We must embrace who we are and who we can be, and not merely who we've been." - Paul Casale, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Marriage & Family Therapist
 
"Difference Maker is a must read for any teen contemplating self-harm, struggling with depression, or knows somebody who is. Every parent and every teen should read this book. In fact, I would recommend they read it together. Teens can make a huge difference in the world, and this book can help them."  - Dr. Doug Vance, PhD, Juvenile Justice & Corrections Consulting
 
"Difference Maker can make a real difference in teen and young adult lives. Gary shows us how to change the way we think about our life challenges so that we can heal and move forward with hope. He hones in on the one secret to rise above all the lies we believe about ourselves and our circumstances. The secret is service -- learning to influence others for good." - Dr. Charles W. Page, MD, author of A Spoonful of Courage