The View Is Worth It: Unlocking the Beauty in Life's Peaks and Valleys

Behind the smile was a struggle few could see. Victoria could no longer outrun the anxiety, depression, PTSD, panic attacks, and suicidal thoughts pulling her down. She was known as the woman who—despite being written off as a lost cause—had emerged from a four-year unresponsive state and survived. Then very quickly thrived. But the weight of being “the successful survivor” became too much. She spent a decade encouraging others not to give up, but she was slowly giving up on herself.

In this powerful book, Victoria speaks directly to the rising mental health crisis among younger adults, sharing helpful tools and powerful truths to remind readers:

• Your story does not end in defeat. 
• You can find a purpose for the pain.
• There are blessings in the breakdowns.
• It’s okay to not be okay. 

As Victoria has discovered, the climb out of Rock-Bottomville is steep, but the view from a place of faith, hope, and healing is always worth it.