A raw, no-fluff guide to building real-world resilience when life hits hard.
Parker, a seasoned crime scene investigator, lays out a no-nonsense framework for resilience in this autobiographical self-help guide grounded in trauma, crisis, and firsthand experience. The book’s four-part structure: Know Yourself, Build Your Inner Armour, Face the Storm, Thrive by Design, is lean and tactical. “Debrief” prompts at the end of each chapter turns reflection into action. His blend of psychological insight and gallows humor (e.g., “Tell it to fuck off too. You’re in charge. Not the fear.”) adds a punch that feels honest, not performative.
The sections on stress, bias, and physical health hit hard, showing how your mind and body can either work for you or against you. The “Circle of Control” visual exercise and SMART goals segment distill wisdom into practical applications. The book reads like a personal reckoning and a professional manifesto rolled into one. It’s loud when it needs to be, quiet where it counts, and deeply personal throughout. If you’re done waiting for calm and ready to hold your ground, this is your blueprint.
Coming soon
Publisher Matchstick Pony
Jace Parker Ltd
