Thirteen

There is no such thing as healing without feeling. We all have tried to avoid pain at some point in our lives. Pain is a part of life and sometimes we cannot control it. As someone who has experienced a lot of grief and loss, Kenniesha can tell you that it does not get easier. The longer you wait to heal, the worse the process will be. Kenniesha states "Life is funny that way, we all have to face our demons at some point." Thirteen: 13 Ways of Prevailing Through Self-Limiting Habits is a memoir centered around thirteen chapters that are all focused on raising self-awareness, self -reliance, and overcoming self-doubt. Kenniesha uses the lessons she has learned to help readers get through hard times. She takes you on her life's journey over the span of ten years-- from when she was fifteen until the present. Her trials, tribulations, and emotional barriers are all exposed through her short stories and poetry. Mandalas are added as an interactive component to engage the readers. Thirteen's message is to help build your self-esteem and confidence. It is meant to promote positive changes to your everyday life that will affect your mind, body, and soul. Thirteen reminds you to take care of yourself, even on the days you do not feel like it. It reminds you of the importance of self-love and how to put yourself first. Thirteen touches on grief and an array of other emotions. It evokes that you create your own happiness and it is up to you to maintain it. No one else will do it for you. Kenniesha encourages each reader to dig deep, accept and surrender yourself to your emotions, and look within to find answers to their limiting beliefs and habits. This will uncover fears and anxieties that we have all tried to keep hidden. Through practicing the basic values in this memoir, Thirteen: 13 Ways of Prevailing Through Self-Limiting Habits can guide you on your path of self-awareness and transformation.