Running Into Me: A Memoir of Resilience, Relationships, and Recovery “She will never run again, maybe walk.” “Go ahead and take the wheelchair. Dallas is a huge airport, you’ll need it.” “Dad has cancer.” “If anything happens don’t call for an ambulance. Let me die.” “No one likes you.” “Your home is gone, sold, and there is nothing you can do about it.” "I have cancer and I am not seeking treatment." “I have depression and anxiety.” “I am an addict.” Any one of these statements could break a soul. Now imagine these and so many more. How can anyone overcome these circumstances? How would elisemarie handle this? Where does God in all of this? If you want the unflinching true story of facing challenges where all hope seems lost this is a book for you. Read it and become stronger than you ever imagined. Running into Me is the inspiring true story of a Christian daughter, friend, wife, and mother who faced what many would consider impossible. Told with unflinching honesty and grace, this prayer-based memoir traces one woman's journey through the darkest valleys of addiction, depression, betrayal, physical challenges, and even the overwhelming complexities of adopting a foster child. Her deeply moving and often emotional journey will inspire anyone seeking to overcome life’s challenges. This real-life story of overcoming adversity is for anyone who has ever felt broken, lost, or alone. It's for you. 5 Stars - Congratulations on your 5-star review Reviewed by Jamie Michele for Readers' Favorite In Running Into Me: A Memoir of Resilience, Elisemarie DiCarlo traces a journey marked by personal loss, medical diagnoses without cures, and battles with addiction. She confronts the irreversible nature of certain wrongs, experiences the theft of her inheritance, and endures the removal of her sanctuary. Throughout these hardships, her life is shaped by the steadfast faith and guidance of her devoted parents, transformative moments in recovery, and the support of close friends and family. She experiences miraculous healing and renewed hope that emerges even when in the throes of massive adversity, illustrating the effects of prayer, optimism, and unwavering reliance on God. Her memoir offers a detailed portrayal of how faith and relationships influence a path through unexpected trials toward renewed purpose and gratitude. "Now I live to serve God and His kids... I am utterly transparent if it means someone will be helped." Running Into Me by Elisemarie DiCarlo is unique as a memoir, as it is not just a series of events, but a discussion of their meaning and her transformation. We see despair, like contemplating suicide and struggling with anger, to finding hope and healing through therapy, A.A., and faith. Her progression from pain to purpose demonstrates a lifetime arc of resilience and recovery that is central to the impact of the book. Despite the heavy subject matter, DiCarlo balances sorrow with small moments of joy and gratitude, sharing a scene at a baseball game with her children, a huge contrast to a scene of nursing home gloom. These lighter moments show the full range of life's emotions and demonstrate how even the most overwhelmingly bleak days can transition into something wonderful. Overall, this is a great memoir and Christian testimonial. Very highly recommended. Elisemarie DiCarlo, M.D., is a Mental Health Counselor, author, motivational speaker, presenter, executive director, and founder of Talk 2 Me - A Program of Hope. She has dedicated much of her adult lifeto serving and advocating for those who need a hand-up for a wide range of reasons, particularly with mental health needs. She also has a passion for physical health and growth through positivity. In her counseling practice, she helps clients to define success for themselves and to develop action plans to accomplish their goals.Elisemarie specializes in working with people suffering from anxiety, depression, addiction, chronic pain, self-harming behaviors, and negative thoughts. She works with clients ranging from children to geriatric populations. She enjoys working with elite athletes, primarily in golf and swimming, to accomplish peak performance. Her clients consistently elevate to having top-tier experiences and more freedom than they ever imagined.Elisemarie grew up in the Midwest. After living in Boston and a convent in New Jersey, she also lived in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Milan, Los Angeles, and Omaha. She returned to live in Leawood, Kansas, where she has resided for the past twenty years. She is a devout Roman Catholic and strives to live an authentic and trans- parent life. Running Into Me was inspired by her intention to use every tragic and challenging event in her life to help others. She is a devoted wife and mother of four wonderful children: Jacob, Will, Nicholas, and Madison. They provide her with constant learning opportunities and inspiration. Her relationship with God is paramount and crucial in her circumstances, as