Redefining Resilience

by Edward Dolison

Overview

'Redefining Resilience' is the heartfelt story of a man who has survived the unimaginable and lived to help others do the same. Edward Dolison opens the door to his past with honesty and courage, sharing a life touched by addiction, incarceration, loss, and deep generational pain. Throughout it all, he presents a moving picture of how love, faith, and inner strength helped him rise from the ashes.

From the streets of South Philly to the recovery centers that saved his life, Edward's story is a powerful reminder that change is possible, healing is real, and no journey is beyond redemption. With vivid detail and emotional depth, he brings readers face-to-face with both the chaos of his past and the clarity of his present.

More than just a memoir, this is a testimony. It's a tribute to the people who supported him when he couldn't stand, and a gift to anyone still searching for light in the darkness. 'Redefining Resilience' proves that no matter where you come from, you can become someone new.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798319641106
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	07/24/2025
Pages:	116
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.31(d)

About the Author

Edward Dolison, CPS-CRS, is a father, grandfather, and certified recovery specialist who has dedicated over a decade to helping others overcome substance use and mental health challenges. Raised in Philadelphia, Edward’s life was shaped by early trauma, family loss, and addiction—but it was also transformed by faith, recovery, and community. His lived experience has become his greatest credential.

Through years of service in addiction recovery, Edward has touched countless lives by walking alongside others in their darkest moments. He is not just someone who understands the struggle—he has lived it. That’s what makes his voice so authentic and his message so powerful.

A proud family man, Edward embraces both his biological and chosen families, believing deeply in the strength of connection, honesty, and grace. Whether mentoring men in recovery or spending time with his grandchildren, he lives each day with gratitude, humility, and purpose.