Negativity rules...Positivity trumps in new book on depression

“I had my telephone pole picked out. Everyday on the drive home, it taunted me.” –Jeremy

Depression strikes one of four people during their lifetime. The degree of “darkness” and challenges differ from person to person.

It’s easy to get bogged down with negative self-talk and thinking. The negative voice takes over our lives. Here’s the good news: Quieting the negative voice leads to healing.

In their new book ex-depressed, the husband and wife team of Jeremy and Renae Rinkel share their story on how depression can be overcome or managed.

Jeremy provides an honest look about his battle with depression and provides practical, personal and spiritual guidance throughout the book. Renae provides valuable insight into what it is like to help a spouse through depression.

The walk is “dark” and it isn’t easy, but focusing for a few minutes a day on positive words changes your outlook on life. exdepressed: 26 Words to Combat Depression focuses on the power of positivity by empowering readers to look within themselves to become stronger.

Whether you or a loved one is battling depression, exdepressed: 26 Words to Combat Depression provides strategies and tools to help you work towards healing.

To download a digital copy of the press kit, or to learn more about ex-depressed: 26 Words to Combat Depression or order the book: visit exdepressed.com.

You can pre-order the paperback for $13.99 + Tax & Shipping fromexdepressed.com. The ebook is available at Amazon.com.

Endorsements for ex-depressed

ex-depressed is an unflinching look at one of life’s most difficult journeys-depression. Some things can only be told by someone who has been there, and this is an honest and hopeful must read for anyone touched by depression.

—Craig Lindvahl, author of Things You Wish You Knew Yesterday

A straightforward, honest, insightful look at what it is like to sink into depression and then recover. Jeremy shares his experience and offers readers insight into his journey. He offers practical ideas and solutions to common problems when facing depression. I will use this book in my practice and am excited about its impact on understanding depression.

—Amy M. Guy, MS, LCPC and Co=Author of Your Life is Your Business

The brilliance of ex-depressed comes from Jeremy’s vulnerability to share the ugly side of depression. He is a champion for anyone who has suffered the ugliness of this disease. Caution: reading this book will inspire you to grab a yoga mat, eat healthier, and live a better life.

— Bethany Jett, author of The Cinderella Rule: a Young Woman’s Guide to Happily Ever After

ex-depressed is a diving into the deep end of the pool! I have known Jeremy for many years and would expect no different, but I marvel at his courage and holistic look at a challenging subject. I know I benefit greatly by taking an honest look at myself through the lens of thiswork and the opening of Jeremy’s knowledge, passion, and writing. I believe you will benefit as well!

— Eric Splechter, Lead Minister of Cornerstone Christian Church and blogger at ericsplechter.com.

No one can read this book and not see themselves hidden beneath the words and stories so honestly revealed in Rinkel’s journey. ex-depressed shows us a path out of the shadows of our lives. Yet, more importantly, it helps the reader understand our inherent responsibility to support our family, friends and even strangers when they need us most. ex-depressed is a guide on how we should never give up hope.

—Michael Buchanan, Co-author and screenwriter for The Fat Boy Chronicles and Stealing First–The Teddy Kremer Story

Do you know someone who is fighting depression? Are you battling depression? Are you knowledgeable about depression and how it affects people? In ex-depressed, Jeremy is transparent about his battle with depression and he gives practical, personal, and spiritual guidance on how to do battle against depression and become ex-depressed.

—Kevin Colclasure, Preaching Minister of Scott Avenue Christian Church

About the Authors:

Jeremy Rinkel is a life coach, journalist, self-published author, teacher and life-style entrepreneur. Rinkel is a freelance writer for several websites, magazines and newspapers. He served as an Online Teacher Blogger for Scholastic, Inc. in the 2011-2012 School Year. He founded Tri Village Loop in April 2014. In February 2016, Rinkel founded Live Happy Life Coach with the goal of providing support, resources and programs to help people achieve a happy and healthy balance in all areas of their life. He enjoys traveling, writing and watching old TV shows on Netflix with his 3 children.

Renae Rinkel is a wife, mother of three and Physical Therapist Assistant. She loves to spend time with her family, church and helping people. Renae offers valuable insight as a spouse and caretaker of one struggling with depression. Renae not only stood by her husband through his journey with depressions, but sees the good in ALL people.