The Courage I Learned : A personal journey about surviving abuse, living through tragedy, facing fear, and never giving up. After suffering years of physical and mental abuse by her father, Susan Hathaway grew up knowing monsters were real. But nothing could have prepared her for the devastating murder of her mother at the hands of her father when she was fourteen. In the wake of tragic loss, separation from her siblings, depression, anxiety, PTSD and countless emotional trials in the aftermath, Susan discovers the inner strength to ultimately be a survivor. In this memoir, she takes the reader on a visceral journey of growing up a victim and reveals what it took to build a life of positivity and courage. Harnessing the light of her mother’s memory and her grandparents’ wisdom, she faces down her demons and overcomes seemingly insurmountable odds to never let hate win, and to let her mother’s light shine on in her. Susan also provides information about services available for those who need help. She is a long-time supporter of Laurel House, a non-profit organization for domestic violence. Serving individuals, families and communities throughout Montgomery County, PA. Portions of proceeds from the sale of The Courage I Learned will go to Laurel House. Visit the TheCourageILearned.com for more information. Susan donates a portion of each book sale to Laurel House. Laurel House is dedicated to the vision of ending domestic violence in each life, home, and community. She generously shares her family's story as a way to help raise awareness about domestic abuse and the resources that are available to help. Beth Sturman, MPA Executive Director at Laurel House 11-16-2023 (WPVI) -- 6abc has another installment of a new series called Hope's Heartbeat. These are stories of people who have faced immense life challenges and have channeled them into paying it forward. Susan Hathaway-Saurman suffered a horrific childhood, a life-changing loss, and a journey to finally healing. But amid a lifetime grappling with the searing pain of her story, Hathaway-Saurman found enough lessons to fill the pages of a memoir titled "The Courage I Learned". A portion of the proceeds benefit Laurel House, a domestic violence organization in Montgomery County. "They inspired me greatly. They were a huge source of positivity knowing that they're trying so desperately to help individuals, victims, survivors," said Hathaway-Saurman. As for the word "courage," she says that's what comes when you confront what many instead choose to ignore. May 24th, 2024- Susan Hathaway-Saurman Shares Her Story With Kathy Romano WMMR radio Philadelphia- This week's guest is a truly remarkable individual. Susan Hathaway-Saurman's journey is a testament to the strength of the human spirit, as she has navigated through profound challenges with unwavering positivity. Growing up in the shadows of domestic violence and enduring the trauma of child abuse, Susan's early years were fraught with fear and uncertainty. Yet, through the darkness, she discovered a beacon of hope—the power of sharing her own experiences to offer guidance and support to others trapped in similar circumstances. Driven by a desire to shed light on the realities of abusive relationships, Susan made a pivotal decision—to pen her memoir, "The Courage I Learned." Despite facing her own health battles, including stage 4 metastatic ovarian cancer, Susan remains an unwavering source of positivity and kindness. A portion of each book proceeds benefit Laurel House, a domestic violence organization in Montgomery County. October 26, 2022, By Carl Hessler Jr. The Pottstown Mercury Eagleville woman honors her mother in memoir, brings awareness to domestic violence A portion of each book proceeds benefit Laurel House, a domestic violence organization in Montgomery County. Hathaway-Saurman, who grew up in Lower Merion and currently resides in Eagleville, said her mother was an accomplished performer and singer who often performed as the female lead in shows at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia, The Met and even abroad. "Whether on or off the stage, people saw her as a talented and beautiful woman who lit up every room and the hearts of everyone she encountered," "It's my memoir about what I experienced, through my eyes, what I saw happen to my family, how I was able to work through so many different things to get to where I am today," Hathaway-Saurman said. Hathaway-Saurman hopes those who read her memoir receive "inspiration to be a survivor" and potentially find something in the book that can help them or someone they know.