Still Standing
is a raw, honest, and ultimately triumphant memoir of personal transformation, chronicling an arduous journey from the depths of addiction, financial ruin and homelessness to a life of purpose, service, and profound self-discovery. Through a candid first-person narrative, I share my experience of hitting rock bottom - a place where all illusions shattered and only raw truth remained. This book illustrates the psychological and physical toll of despair, the isolation of rock bottom, and the unexpected sacredness found in complete collapse.
Still Standing
is a raw, honest, and ultimately triumphant memoir of personal transformation, chronicling an arduous journey from the depths of addiction, financial ruin and homelessness to a life of purpose, service, and profound self-discovery. Through a candid first-person narrative, I share my experience of hitting rock bottom - a place where all illusions shattered and only raw truth remained. This book illustrates the psychological and physical toll of despair, the isolation of rock bottom, and the unexpected sacredness found in complete collapse.
Charles Raphoto is a South African educator, coach, speaker, and entrepreneur with more than 25 years of service in the private and public sectors and education.
He is the founder of COACH I AM PTY (LTD), a professional writing and coaching firm, and READ 2 WRITE NPC, a nonprofit promoting literacy and personal development in underserved communities.
Charles brings a rare combination of academic rigor, grassroots activism, and spiritual insight to his writing and public engagements.
Charles Raphoto is a South African educator, coach, speaker, and entrepreneur with more than 25 years of service in the private and public sectors and education.
He is the founder of COACH I AM PTY (LTD), a professional writing and coaching firm, and READ 2 WRITE NPC, a nonprofit promoting literacy and personal development in underserved communities.
Charles brings a rare combination of academic rigor, grassroots activism, and spiritual insight to his writing and public engagements.
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