Discover the transformative journey through ADHD with A Journey to a Valiant Mind by Valerie McIntyre, coming March 2025. Empowering stories, practical tools, and a path to self-compassion await.
I’m thrilled to announce the upcoming release of my debut book, A Journey to a Valiant Mind: Navigating ADHD Towards Resilience, Self-Compassion, and Empowerment, scheduled for publication in March 2025.
This book is more than just a personal accomplishment—it’s a deeply meaningful project born from years of experience and passion. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I’ve dedicated my career to supporting individuals as they navigate the often-misunderstood complexities of ADHD. As a mother, I’ve experienced firsthand the daily dance of balancing the joys and challenges of raising a family, while managing my own needs. And as someone living with ADHD, diagnosed later in life, I’ve walked the path of self-discovery, learning how to transform what once felt like barriers into sources of strength.
This book is my way of connecting with you, the reader. It is a product of my professional insights, personal experiences, and a deep desire to make ADHD—and its far-reaching impact—better understood. Writing A Journey to a Valiant Mind allowed me to reflect on the shared struggles and triumphs of those I’ve worked with in therapy, as well as my own journey of embracing self-compassion and resilience.
What This Book Offers
This isn’t just another ADHD self-help book. It’s a companion, a guide, and a bridge between understanding and action. Within its pages, I’ve combined storytelling, therapeutic insights, and actionable tools to create an experience that resonates on a deeply human level. You’ll find yourself walking into the therapy room through relatable stories, exploring the intricacies of emotional regulation, executive functioning, relationships, and self-identity.
Reflection questions at the end of each chapter provide a space for introspection, while practical worksheets help you turn understanding into tangible progress. My goal was to create a resource that doesn’t just tell you what ADHD is, but shows you how to navigate it, manage its challenges, and harness its unique strengths.
Why This Book Matters to Me
When I think about the inspiration behind this book, I always return to the lessons I’ve drawn from two impactful works: Irvin Yalom’s Love’s Executioner and Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning. These books wove psychological wisdom into deeply personal narratives, creating a connection that was as emotional as it was intellectual. They showed me that the power of storytelling can make even the most complex concepts accessible and transformative. I aspired to do the same, combining clinical expertise with my personal journey to create a resource that empowers readers to take ownership of their stories.
In writing this book, I wanted to go beyond the surface-level understanding of ADHD. I wanted to delve into its connections to co-occurring conditions like anxiety, depression, and trauma—areas that often remain in the shadows. I also wanted to challenge the narrative of ADHD as a limitation and instead show how it can be a lens for self-discovery and growth.
A Resource for All
Whether you’re someone living with ADHD, a loved one seeking to better understand the condition, or a mental health professional looking for actionable strategies, A Journey to a Valiant Mind offers insights and tools for transformation. It’s not just about surviving the challenges of ADHD—it’s about thriving, finding resilience, and embracing the journey toward self-compassion and empowerment.
Join Me in This Journey
As we count down to the release in March 2025, I invite you to walk this path with me. I’ll be sharing updates, insights, and behind-the-scenes moments along the way. My hope is that this book becomes a trusted companion for anyone navigating ADHD, offering not only strategies but also validation and connection.
Thank you for being part of this transformative journey. Together, we can redefine what it means to navigate ADHD and embrace the resilience within us all. Stay tuned for updates, and I can’t wait to share this labor of love with you!
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