The Rough Road: A Story of Grit, Growth, and Gratitude

By Dr. Raquel Cole

The Rough Road is a raw and redemptive memoir about navigating mental health struggles, addiction, loss, relapse, recovery, and the long road back to yourself.

Once a Division I athlete with a bright future, Raquel Cole spiraled into darkness, battling depression, substance use, psychiatric hospitalizations, and the pain of infertility. For years, she tried to outrun her past and hold it all together. But healing didn't start with perfection-it began with honesty, grit, and one small step forward.

Through unflinching storytelling, Raquel shares how the moments she once viewed as failures became the foundation for growth, resilience, and purpose. Her story is messy, deeply human, and ultimately hopeful.

Whether you've already walked the rough road or you're still finding your way through it, this book will remind you: you're not alone, your story isn't over, and even the darkest detours can still lead somewhere meaningful.
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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FJ6KY7RX
• ISBN13: 9798291032916
• Release Date: July 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 110 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"