This is How I Rise - Fragments of Loss Survival and Self

<p><strong>We rise not despite our struggles but because of them.</strong></p><p></p><p>In <em>This Is How I Rise: Fragments of Loss Survival and Self</em> <strong>Dr. Julia Knach</strong> presents a profoundly moving collection of poetry that traces the path from pain to healing from heartbreak to hope. Each poem is a fragment of resilience-an intimate reflection born out of personal hardship transformation and the unyielding strength of the human spirit.</p><p></p><p>Written during one of the most turbulent seasons of her life Dr. Knach's poems explore the depths of grief loss and self-discovery with unflinching honesty. Yet woven through every verse is an undercurrent of renewal-a quiet reminder that healing is not linear but deeply personal and beautifully human.</p><p></p><p>What makes <em>This Is How I Rise</em> stand apart is its <strong>innovative integration of poetry and therapeutic art</strong>. Each poem is accompanied by <strong>sand tray prompts and personal sand tray builds</strong> inviting readers to engage in their own reflective process. Through this creative and tactile approach the collection becomes more than a reading experience-it becomes an act of self-exploration and emotional restoration.</p><p></p><p>Visually powerful and emotionally resonant Dr. Knach's use of sand tray imagery transforms the pages into a safe space for contemplation growth and empowerment. Readers are encouraged to not only witness the author's journey but to embark on their own-exploring the depths of their emotions finding meaning in their experiences and ultimately discovering their own way to rise.</p><p></p><p>Blending <strong>poetry art therapy and mindfulness</strong> <em>This Is How I Rise</em> is a holistic invitation to heal through creativity. It speaks to anyone navigating grief trauma or transition-and to those simply seeking connection with the raw authentic moments that define what it means to be human.</p><p></p><p>A testament to the resilience of the heart and the transformative power of art <em>This Is How I Rise</em> is more than a book-it's a companion for anyone ready to begin again.</p>