If I Live Until Morning: A True Story of Adventure, Tragedy and Transformation

--Best Book Awards Finalist (Travel & Essays Category)--Reader's Favorite Book Reviews —"A story of courage, the author's drive to survive, to heal, to manifest a new reality. If you are looking for an inspiring memoir, this is it!”--Backpacker Radio —"An incredible, beautiful story.”WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER INSIDE:An incredible survival story of a near-fatal winter climbing accidentAmazing hikes in mountains and jungles while exploring other culturesReflections on the power of one's dreams to overcome adversity and live life fullyA roller-coaster ride of emotional and physical challenges after surviving a life-altering misadventureInspiring insights on trauma, healing, chronic pain, and personal growthIf I Live Until Morning is a memoir about a young woman's survival and recovery from a catastrophic adventure. Her quest to heal, physically, emotionally, and spiritually, is raw, heart-wrenching, and uplifting. The author's account reveals her struggles to follow her dreams and find peace, meaning, and purpose after a traumatic, life-changing ordeal.Ever wonder if you could survive an adventure gone wrong?If given a second chance, would you live your life differently?After skiing more than 200 miles along California's John Muir Trail, Jean faces death from a mountaineering accident. Broken and bleeding on the highest peak in the continental United States, she vows to realize her greatest dreams if she lives until morning. Jean's five-day escape from the Sierra Nevada Mountains is a testimony of courage, endurance, and the will to live. Getting out of the wilderness alive is not the end of her ordeal. Her three-decade journey takes her from the depths of despair and chronic pain to the high peaks of Asia and on travels around the world. When the specter of Mount Whitney continues to shatter her life, Jean befriends Tibetan Buddhist yogis. Their ancient wisdom becomes her guiding light as she navigates her way through pain and confusion.This biography takes readers on travels through some of the world's most breathtaking mountains while providing inspiration and motivation for living one's dreams. If I Live Until Morning's candid reflections on post-survival trauma will resonate with those facing difficulties, seeking hope, or on the path to healing. Read more