More Person Than Patient : Finding Your Purpose and Power with Chronic Illness - Gwen Mayes

More Person Than Patient : Finding Your Purpose and Power with Chronic Illness - Gwen Mayes

Gwen Mayes

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Published 3 November 2026

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  • Pages · 288 pages, Not illustrated
  • Publication Date · 03/11/2026
  • Genre · Doctor/patient relationship
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In this deeply personal and empowering book, a longtime patient and advocate�Gwen Mayes�reveals the hidden emotional toll of living with chronic illness-and how resilience, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence can transform the journey.�Written with candor, empathy, hope and humor and drawing on her own decades-long experience with heart disease, she explores the profound mind-body connection, the gaps in our healthcare system, and the strategies that help patients stay grounded when their physical health feels unpredictable.�With practical tools, journaling prompts, and inspiring�patient�stories, this book offers guidance for reclaiming joy, building emotional stamina, and navigating the challenges of chronic illness with courage and clarity.�It is a compassionate roadmap for anyone seeking strength, hope, and balance while living with the invisible weight of long-term health conditions.

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