Great job. I think everyone has different sets
of challenges they face at various times of their lives. Thanks! Great
book. Love E.C.
Hi, Patricia – I loved reading your
book . What a courageous and inspirational story and so well
written. Everyone can benefit from the information you share. You
and your husband are a wonderful example of spiritual strength,
tenacity, and fortitude. I appreciate and love you. Carolyn
Campbell
It helps to remember that I
chose the experiences that I am going through and that I can use my difficulties
to bless others.. I have suffered from depression on and off since I was a
child. I often have felt that I was alone and that no one understood what I was
going through. I also have been embarrassed to admit how I am feeling because I
am ashamed for feeling this way when I have so many blessings already! Your
book came at the right time for me and I know that it has helped so many people
and will continue to help many, many people. F.G.
I know you and the things you have
written have made a difference in my life. Thank you. E.C.
Thanks for your inspired teachings and
diligent work to create your book to keep the rest of the world from going
through your woes and healing those who have.
I just finished reading Your book.
It is wonderful! I laughed, cried and ran a gambit of feelings – and
learned a lot. I read it in one sitting It is soo good.- L.B.T.
I was touched by your story. I couldn't
stop reading! This book is so needed. - Peg Wakefield
Depression can be a very lonely, shameful disease. Patricia’s courage
to tell her story healed my soul. Knowing my situation is not unique
is a Godsend. I like Patricia’s realistic approach that we are a work
in progress. That our flaws make us whole and that is O.K. –
Brittany Baker BSW
Every once in a while, a lucky reader comes across a book that makes an
incredible impression, a book you immediately want to share with
everyone around you… I couldn’t put this book down. Patricia Potts with
her fresh perspectives and delightful way of writing has helps –
Dianne Allen
I finished your book and then wanted to read it again. I learned some
great things that I didn't realize about depression. – Leslie
Christiansen
I started reading My Journey from Darkness to Light and
couldn't put it down. I would keep reading—just one more page. I read
it all in two days. What a wonderfully written book. What a powerful
story. – Sue Merchant v
I just finished your book today. It was absolutely wonderful. It
gives great ideas on how to try to stay focused and how to get out of
depression. - Laurie
Patricia’s experience through deep depression brings hope to the
hopeless, and points the way to the light of recovery. Her faith to
endure through this journey, and her willingness to openly share her
story is an inspiration to all - DeAnn Larsen
I enjoyed reading your book! It was a courageous and poignant view through the window of depression and bipolar disorder.
Your honesty touched me. Thank you for giving a brave voice to your experience. It was an honor to be able to read about
your perspectives and experiences. It helps to understand by reading you’re first hand experience. – Toni Polich
My Journey from Darkness to Light is honest and well organized.
It's great to have specific helps at the end that make a bunch of sense
after reading the book. You were able to demonstrate their
effectiveness in your own life's story.– Lisa Royall
I finished reading your book last night and very much enjoyed getting to know and love you better. Most of all thanks for the
knowledge you shared on how to get out of the despair we all experience in life. I appreciated the reminder. -- Janette
I am absolutely impressed with your book and how brave you are to put
that out there to people. You are going to help a lot of people with
this book…I commend you for doing this. From what I’ve read so far I
am thoroughly impressed. -John F.
I read your book. It was very good. It is going on our shelf at Shirlaynes Natural Foods! - Chris
Patricia
combines what she's learned as a facilitator for
The Twelve Step program along with other personal
experiences to provide the reader a hands-on, easy to
understand approach to the healing of hearts and minds.
First Aid for Feelings has a solid foundation of quotations
from the scriptures and He Did Deliver Me from Bondage,
interspersed with other poignant quotes. This tiny book
of healing is easy to carry and pull out for a quick spiritual
and mental lift; a "must have" for any age, from
preteens to the golden years.
- Colynne Call
It has been a joy to review this book. Gems are valued for
their beauty. These thoughts about personalizing selected
scriptures are "Patricia's Gems" and gifts to anyone who
turns to them for spiritual healing.
- COL Fredrick
A. Allen and Dianne Allen
The strength of First-Aid for Feelings lies in all of the
personal and enriching insights. I also love the selection
of scriptures Patricia has chosen. They are beautiful,
meaningful messages….These selections are especially
appropriate for healing different relationships in our
lives. I love the tiny, portable size. Indeed, in a moment
of despair, I can easily access a timely message that will
turn my mood around. This terrific "life saver" [is] a
marvelous little gem that will become page-worn from
years of use by its appreciative owners!
- Karen Johnsen
As a busy mom, I find First-Aid for Feelings is a wonderful
tool for my personal scripture study-especially when
I'm out and about.
- Cindy Edwards
A BIG little book! Simple but profound! Everyone should
read First-Aid for Feelings and keep a copy in their spiritual
"First-Aid Kit."
- Bonnie Stephens
My wife, Dianne, and I have found Patricia Potts' little
book of thoughts to be very useful. It has given us hope
and encouragement when we needed something to lift
our spirits. Her gift of writing has been an inspiration to
all who have read her works.
- Gary and Dianne Boyden
Patricia,
I wanted you to know that my purse was stolen the other day while I
was at the DI. I had the first aid for feelings in my purse but I
took it out to look up some stuff a couple of days ago and left it in
the center of the van. After I realized what happened and I had
looked franticly for it, I went out to the van and just wanted to
scream. Instead I saw your book and picked it up. I just started to
flip through it and read for about 20 minutes in the parking lot.
Then I started to think of all the good things that had happened. I
won't bore you with the details but I had been prompted not to put
some very valuable things in my purse and left them in the car or in
my back pocket. I also had all my credit card numbers in my cell
phone (which was also in my pocket) and was able to call and get the
cards canceled right away. The only thing I was out was 20 bucks and
some loose change (and the cost of getting my license remade). The
peace that came over me was incredible and I know your book had
something to do with it. If I hadn't read then I wouldn't have been
able to clear my head and take the actions that I did. Thank you so
much. Becka
P.S. The person who took my person ended up returning it to the D.I.
right before closing. Everything was still inside and intact. I
don't know if they felt bad or if they took it on accident but I know
I am very blessed.
I admire you for your attitude about life. You are so happy and
always wearing a smile... I thought you should know, last month I was
very suicidal. I have been seeing a psychiatrist ever since. She has been
helping, but not as much as seeing you. You have been a great example
to me. I will always remember I can be happy no matter what comes my way
and I'll remember who taught me.
Wonderful!
I appreciate the personal stories and honesty. You portrayed hope and
perspective and I am happy to hear how it relates to us as members of
the church. Thanks!!
So very helpful! Thank you! You are both great examples of how the Savior can help us.
You have been a great inspiration. It made me laugh and you both have great words of wisdom.
It was very awesome. Something I really needed to hear because I am a person who is bi-polar as well.
Thank
you for your positive attitudes and out-look on life! It has truly
been a blessing in my life to hear and learn from the both of you. KEEP
IT UP, PLEASE!!
I just can't
get enough of your classes.
Very informative, positive information about depression. Patricia
has great ideas and information and her way of teaching is so unique and
fun.
Patricia allows us to learn from her experiences.
Patricia has a fine quality of understanding and recognizing others
problems and incorporating them in her lessons.
...you have helped my life immensely...
Patricia's classes are fulfilling. They give me motivation to continue
and something to look forward to.
Patricia shares her personal experiences...many things I feel I've
been through myself.
Songs help relax the audience. So glad I came.
The songs helped me, music is a great communicator.
...this class is something I've been looking for...
