Emotional Black Holes

By Grant J. Hallstrom

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 098215030X
• ISBN13: 9780982150306
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Clearstone Public Benefit Corporation
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Emotional Black Holes

Emotional Black Holes is a book which puts into clear perspective the existence of emotional black holes one comes into contact with and how they can and do impact ones life to the point of deep despair. But it also shows through the authors experiences and knowledge that there is a way out of the black holes and a way to enjoy a fuller more enjoyable life despite what has gone before. Sectioned into 28 simple chapters which cover the gamut of explaining what "emotional black holes" really are as well as how "prayer is the key" and "control freak" ending with "you are invited", this book shows without a doubt that there is hope for those who have fallen through the black holes it describes. Although this book underlines the authors deep belief in Christ and how He can help us through any hardship we may encounter, this book also speaks to all denominations and benefits all belief systems with it's simple, no nonsense structure and easy to understand chapters. A Christian myself, I found a lot of hope within this book which I could relate to with my faith but I also can see how someone with perhaps no specific faith what so ever, could benefit from what is found within this book. For like the author, I am deeply saddened by the world around us and the anger and darkness that seems to engulf so many. From the young 15 year old girl, Phoebe, so prominent in the news these days, who hung herself due to bullying, to the stories of people who have given up all hope of ever being happy, living what lives they do have in a haze of unhappiness and misery, I found this book addressing so many reasons how and why we can all leave those black holes behind, that I feel this book should be one which every teenager reads along with his/her family and every church, despite it's denomination, has within it's library. For it is a book which gives hope, while explaining in simple terms how to find that hope and enjoyment within ones self in order to climb out the black hole in which they have fallen. I especially found insight within the chapters "Sacrifice the need for Validation" and "Happiness comes from within" for they spoke to the spiritual side of me, reminding me that I do not have to be perfect, and I do not have to look for things or others to make me happy. I have the perfect me and all the happiness I need inside of myself when I walk with God. It was a reminder that will hit home with many who read this book despite their belief system, for it is written in an honest, forthright way that clearly shows author, Grant J. Hallstrom's passion and belief in every word and chapter he has put into this book. I highly recommend this book for anyone who has ever thought they were worthless, unneeded, trapped or in a sense, at the bottom of a black hole with no way out. It is spiritually uplifting as well as easy to digest and thought provoking too. It is the type of book one may not know they need until they read but having read it, instantly feel they

Crawling Out of Emotional Black Holes...Here's Hope and Help

Think about your social circle, your family, neighbors, co-workers, etc. How many of those people are suffering from depression, addiction, and self damaging behaviors? For most of us, probably at least five to ten people we know, at any given time, are finding themselves in that emotional black hole, that void, the sadness that doesn't go away. Maybe you are suffering yourself. Recognizing the problem is the first step. Then comes finding the way out, and fighting for the life that is valuable and worth living. The journey out can begin with the book by Grant J. Hallstrom, Emotional Black Holes. The author has written a moving and thought provoking account of his own journey from his own "black hole". By using this book as a guide, you will see that you are not alone in the journey; and will glean helpful ideas for yourself or others. Chapters include dealing with lust, temptation, addiction, even the addiction of religion. You may know someone who is a control freak, or by reading this book you may realize that you are the control freak. There is hope for healing and help for everyone suffering from any form of depression and emotional emptiness or vacuum. Today's world brings trials and problems for all of us. Getting the help we need to deal with our trials and problems can be daunting; by reading this book you can and will be helping yourself or someone you know find the way out of that black hole. There is hope on the other side. Hallstrom has given us a valuable help in finding the way up and out.

Very enlightening and helpful

I just finished this book and I honestly can't stop thinking about it's message and wanting to share it with others. This book has touched so many aspects of my life that I seem I can relate something from this book in nearly every conversation I have with anyone. The author's message is very clear supplemented with exceptional examples. It's really been helpful to get a slightly different perspective on my own life. The principles I've learned through reading this wonderful work have helped me have a renewed enthusiasm in my life and will continue to do so for a very long time. My outlook on everything seems to be a bit brighter. I highly suggest this to anyone who is struggling emotionally, spiritually, socially, physically, or in any other aspect of their life!

As informed and informative as it is inspired and inspiring

An ancient Chinese curse declaims 'May you live in interesting times.' With the world-wide recession, seemingly endless wars, global pandemics, widening gaps between the 'haves' and the 'have-nots', political scandals, talk radio demagogues, environmental degradations, a shrinking middle-class, and an increasing social alienation, it seems like today we all live under some version of that declaration. Money problems damage more marriages than infidelity. In "Emotional Black Holes", successful businessman and dedicated Christian Grant Hallstrom has compiled a series of commentaries offering insight into how we can learn to cope with the vicissitudes of life through divine assistance, common sense, timely introspection, and periodic reflection. Each illuminating chapter is prefaced with a thematically appropriate scriptural quotation. Also available in a hardcover edition, "Emotional Black Holes" is replete with personal anecdotes that speak with individual examples to universal truths. As informed and informative as it is inspired and inspiring, "Emotional Black Holes" is especially recommended reading for anyone who feels they are being overwhelmed with the traumas, large and small, that affect and afflict their personal and professional lives.

Changed my life

This book changed my life, I highly recommend it to all my friends. I now see people in a much better light and my day to day living is full of so much more joy. Please read this book.