BRAVING THE WAVES: A Memoir and Guide to Overcome OCD

by Ally Kristan, Cori Rupe (Editor)

Overview

A captivating concoction of childhood memories and adult revelations, this part memoir and part self-help guide by marine biologist and OCD advocate Ally Kristan allows us a deep dive into the true OCD mind. Through diary entries, practical exercises and journal prompts, she encourages us to better understand our own obsessions and compulsions, re-frame the useful ones to improve our lives, and release the rest through connection with the natural world. Profoundly honest, insightful, and inspiring, this book will help you regain peace within your own mind and lead a successful life.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798331425098
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	05/13/2024
Pages:	150
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.35(d)

About the Author

Ally Kristan is a marine conservation biologist, Antarctic expert and OCD advocate originally from Raleigh, North Carolina. She holds a B.S. in Marine Biology from UNC Wilmington and an M.S. in Oceanography & Coastal Sciences from Louisiana State University. A salient voice for wildlife protection, Ally has appeared in National Public Radio (NPR), National Audubon Society and Hakai Magazine. Her work has brought her from a sea turtle hospital in North Carolina to whale watch boats in Maui to raucous seabird colonies in Florida, then from the U.S. National Science Foundation in Washington D.C. to McMurdo Station, Antarctica. Ally now resides on the North Carolina coast where, when not working in the lab, she can be found amongst animals.

Editorial Reviews

Braving the Waves is an absolute must-read for anyone who has ever struggled with their mental health (which if we're being honest is everyone). The author takes you on the journey of their struggles and triumphs with OCD. It is personal and thoughtfully written and I could not put it down. 10/10 recommend!

Amazon - Jess Carvalho