Reflections of a Cowboy: A book of hope for anyone who feels stuck and for those who have ever believed that they're not enough

Book Synopsis: Reflections of a Cowboy is a book of hope for anyone who feels stuck, and for those who have ever believed that they're not enough. First-time author Steve Nestor reflects on his abusive childhood and shares the lessons he's learned in the hope that he will inspire others who have experienced trauma in their lives to find the strength to live a life on their terms. A qualified coach and emotional intelligence practitioner, Steve has overcome years of crippling self-doubt and the ingrained belief that he is 'worthless, useless and thick' to find his own version of happiness, success, and contentment. Throughout Reflections of a Cowboy, Steve shares some of what he was subjected to during his childhood and how it shaped his life, holding him back from being the person he always wanted to be. Displaying true vulnerability Steve shows how he has slowly turned the tide by continually battling with the negative self-talk that controlled him for years. Filled with lived experiences and practical tips and suggestions to help you to take control of your emotions, this book of hope will be a friend when you need one, offering the support you need to value yourself and to live a life on your terms where flourishing is the norm. Please be aware that due to the nature of Steve's story, this book contains graphic references to the sexual, psychological and physical abuse that he experienced that some may find upsetting.

If you allow it to, this book will:

• Offer hope
• Help you to silence the disempowering noises in your life
• Empower you to see the reality of your world
• Help you to peel back the protective layers that you may have built around yourself over the years
• Be your friend when you need a hug or shoulder to cry on and someone to listen to you
• Be your cheerleader, encouraging you to step towards living a life on your terms
• Be a mirror that helps you to see the real you
• Be there whenever you need it
• Help you to see that you are (more than) enough
• Show you that you are in control and are not stuck

This book of hope shows that regardless of what you are going through there is always a way forward, if you choose to take it.

Reviews:

“Amongst the darkness we witness his immense courage, his profound strength and his utterly beautiful soul. Steve Nestor is a f***ing hero” - Aimee

“This book made me more reflective than I have been in a long time. The authenticity of the book shouts from the pages and it just feels like a real person talking to real people in a very surreal life story! Steve's honesty and willingness to share his darkest of times in the hope of helping others shows that if you feel stuck, you are never stuck forever. Everyone should read this book! It is real.” - Hayley

“This is a book of hope, of inspiration, of the profound role of having people in our lives who truly believe in us!” - Nick

“This book has helped me start a journey I seriously needed to start. I have identified areas that I need to work on to improve my life thanks to reading Reflections of a Cowboy. Everyone should read this book because whatever is in your past it’s important to understand that it doesn’t define you, you can learn from everything that’s happened to you, you can develop and grow from your experiences, improving your life and the lives of people around you.” - Jacqui

“This book provides that hopeful lift we all need sometimes. It doesn't profess to be a complex self-help book, but one that offers simple, reflective, easy to apply mental take-aways that can be used in our daily lives.” - Victoria

“This book will help you to understand what you can do to calm or dispute the fears or self–doubts that are holding you back. It gave me belief in the ability of me, and the possibilities for me…should I choose to accept them.” - Jo