What Others Are Saying about Courageous Healing

"As you wander through the healing words of this book, you begin to feel a gentle uplifting of heart and soul. This is an honest, heartfelt book that carefully and in wonderful detail chronicles one man's journey from a painful past into a hopeful future. The author is right on when he describes the healing process, that of expressing old angers and re-thinking past situations.

"What is most valuable about this book is the very personal information that allows you to live through the process with the author. So many books describe and outline the steps only; Fred Craver invites you inside with him as he lives them. This is a must-read for anyone who has ever considered giving up their healing efforts; the message here is that it is never too late."

Janet Lapp, Ph.D., CSP, CPAE
Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Author

"Fred Craver risks intimacy with the readers of his story of Courageous Healing as a result of the remarkable healing he has experienced from trauma. Fred sincerely and effectively communicates his healing process through his steps of healing transformation. The emphasis of step four reveals the primacy and power of self-love from the support of others in trusting relationships. You can trust that you can find help from this book to progress in your journey of healing."

Dr. Bill Newman, Psychologist and CEO
Executive Beacon, Inc.
Insight, Inspiration, and Innovation for the Executive Mind

"It is rare to have life values shared by a personal 'profile in courage'-Fred Craver is such a rarity. It is not so rare for many up folk to be pulled down in the grip of anger, resentment, and trauma. Fred has managed to dig deep into his own courage path and set out for the reader a fresh pathway of bright remedy and resolution. You will find every one of the 266 pages refreshing, reflective, and replenishing."

Bob Danzig, former CEO, Hearst Newspapers
Author, Speaker, University Professor

"If you or a loved one is seeking emotional healing in your life, the remarkable story of Fred's journey and the clear way he explains his healing discoveries will move you to try his secrets. The unusual courage Fred demonstrates as he tackles each challenge is inspiring and his unique ideas on emotional healing could change your life."

Rick Jakle, CSP
Successful Businessman
Vice President, National Speakers Association

"Fred Craver is an amazing man. Not only has he recovered from traumatic experiences and feelings of anger and resentment, but he has clearly articulated the path and plan for each of us to do the same. A 'must read' for those wanting to fully recover from such feelings and experiences!"

James F. Hennig, Ph.D.
Past President, National Speakers Association

"Fred Craver was an inspiration to me as a person long before I read his book and learned his life story. This book is an inspiration to anybody who has faced any challenge or may face a challenge in the future."

Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE
Past President of the National Speakers Association, Author of Get What You Want

"This Is Your Life, some years back, was the title of a very popular TV series in which unsuspecting guests would have their lives recounted on national television. Well, in a very real sense, Fred Craver's Courageous Healing takes each of us with him on a journey detailing the ups and downs, the peaks and the valleys and the cries and the laughter of his own life. In this compelling book, you'll discover that you'll readily identify with several of the anecdotes and stories Fred weaves for us. As you read through its chapters, you'll soon see that these lessons he learned from a series of potential setbacks will help all of us to better prepare as we cope within ourselves to produce an even better This is Your Life."

Edward E. Scanell, CMP, CSP
Past National President
National Speakers Association

"All of us find ourselves lost and alone at times in our lives. Dr. Craver doesn't just give us another road map. In Courageous Healing, he gives us tools to rebuild our road. Spend time with this book and you may just find a whole new path."

W Mitchell, CPAE,
Public Servant, Author, Speaker

"Fred Craver is talented, wise, and most of all authentic. His lessons are textbook sharp, yet this book sometimes reads like a novel. He's walked the walk. You will find comfort and understanding in these pages."

Ty Boyd, CSP, CPAE
Founder of Ty Boyd Executive Learning Systems
Past President of National Speakers Association

"For all of us who have helped someone handle grief in their life, Dr. Craver's story gives us a wonderful foundation for hope and process."

Thomas J. Winninger, CSP, CPAE
CEO,Winninger Institute
Past President, National Speakers Association

"Fred is 100 percent right about the value of generosity, love, and sensitivity to promote emotional healing."

June Fabre, MBA, RN

"A must read for anyone who has harbored angry feelings. If you are so angry, that you stare at the ceiling all night, this book is for you! This book provides an excellent tool and roadmap to heal from the after effects of a traumatic experience and to feel yourself again!"

Ron Vancour, President and CEO of Accent
Co-founder of an award winning, 17-year-old service company