Draw inspiration, insight and personal enrichment from a collection of seventeen stories of the human spirit and its strength in the face of adversity. Poignant, deeply personal, and at times fantastic, the stories show how people deal with a range of life's challenges, from the loss of a child to unexpected love to chronic illness. Each tale focuses on a simple truth, such as courage, patience, healing, and humor, and readers are encouraged to draw their own conclusions as they contemplate their own spirits, strengths, and weaknesses. According to renowned author and teacher Deepak Chopra, "There is fundamental wisdom in these perceptive stories. The inspire courage in dealing with the mysteries of life."