A fairy tale lived. A wise, humorous, poignant memoir that shows how fairy tales can be healing. The author changes her narrative of chronic pain by delving into the story of Rapunzel. Reader beware: this is no Disney-escape fairy-fluff. A marriage of personal and mythic storylines that reveals deep truths through mythic imagination and the perspective of fairy godmothers. A memoir filled with treasure that we can all claim, especially in hard times.

"A kick-ass combination of charm and ballsiness..." -- Joanna Coles, Author, Executive Producer of The Bold Type

How does a girl who was told she would spend her life in a wheelchair become confident and successful? She decides to become unstoppable Standing 4 feet 2 inches tall, Lauren Ruotolo was told at a young age that she was destined for life in a wheelchair because of a rare genetic disorder called McCune-Albright syndrome. Lauren didn't accept this news, and decided to flip the script. She ditches the wheelchair for her preferred method of transportation: stilettos. She threw out the "disabled" label in favor of authentic self-discovery. And she turned her small stature into a big, beautiful life full of love, joy and success.

Along the way, Lauren learned a lot about living large despite life's obstacles. From her unique, upward-facing vantage point, she shares tips, secrets and hard-earned wisdom. If you're a woman who wants to conquer today's hectic world, Lauren's fun, offbeat life philosophies will give you the tools you need to carve your own unique path to self-confidence, happiness, and success--no matter what obstacles you face--and you'll have a blast along the way

About the Author
Ruotolo, Lauren: - Lauren Ruotolo is a respected author, speaker, and entertainment content marketing leader for many global brands, including Johnson & Johnson, Cosmopolitan, Elle, Seventeen, Good Housekeeping and TV Guide Magazine. She was nominated as Innovator of the Year (W.IN Forum NY), Rising Star of the Year for New York's Women Agenda, and was awarded the Woman of the Year at the Glamour Gals Glammy Awards and Girls Inc. (New York Chapter). She currently lives in NYC.

"This book beautifully illustrates how you can tap into the power of your dreams and hopes to positively transform your circumstances." —Dominique Antiglio, sophrologist, author of The Life-Changing Power of Sophrology and founder of BeSophra

By telling her own painful and astonishing story, Dr. Bou-Diab proves that overcoming obstacles and adversity then emerging successful and stronger are feasible. Whether in her book Untamable, or through workshops and writings; she shares with her audience the mindset and practices that enabled her to take control over her life and empower her to transcend the personal and professional struggles she faced throughout her life, from integrating to a new country, to navigating discrimination against women, to managing workplace harassment. The audience will not only enjoy the captivating storytelling of the journey of a young girl who decided to thrive in challenging circumstances, but also learn to unleash the power of their thoughts, to free themselves from negative distractions, and neutralize all obstacles in their way. They will discover reliable and simple evidence-based concepts to transform themselves.

On the professional side, Nahla Khaddage Bou Diab is an expert in managing change, transforming culture, driving effective strategy formation, and building resilient organizations. She has been recognized as a credible leader, earning 7 awards for leadership excellence since 2015. She has earned her Doctorate Degree from University of Liverpool, for her research on 'Spirituality in the Organization'. She is the Head of Women Empowerment for the World Union of Arab Bankers, and in that capacity, broke new grounds by launching the first charter for Gender Diversity in the Arab World.

Author Bio:
As an expert in Managing Change, Transforming Culture, and Driving effective Strategy Formation, Talent Acquisition and Retention, and Process Design, Dr. Nahla Khaddage Bou-Diab has been recognized as a credible leader, earning 7 awards for leadership excellence since 2015. Nahla is considered an expert in building organizational resilience, she has earned her Doctorate Degree from University of Liverpool, for her research on 'Spirituality in the Organization', which was recognized as an important contribution to both scholarly and practitioner knowledge. She is the Head of Women Empowerment for the World Union of Arab Bankers, and in that capacity, Nahla broke new grounds by launching the first charter for Gender Diversity in the Arab World, the charter was approved and formalized by WUAB's board of directors, and has been featured by OECD in their June 2020 publication. Nahla has been featured in the media on multiple occasions to share her expertise on organizations, gender diversity, and managing change.

“For women eager to take control of their road to career success—and men ready to insist on gender equality—this is a must read.” —BookLife by Publishers Weekly

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“Your Power Unleashed provides genuinely useful advice to help high-performers do fulfilling work while embracing their authentic selves. Kisha offers actionable steps for leaders to effectively coach and use their power to champion female talent within their organizations. This approach fosters a more inclusive environment and also drives innovation and success. Full of inspiring stories and practical strategies, this book is a refreshingly insightful read.” —Khozema Shipchandler, Chief Executive Officer of Twilio

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Author Bio:

Kisha Wynter is a distinguished leadership consultant, executive coach, speaker, author, and the innovative mind behind the DIVA Method®. Renowned for her expertise in fostering inclusive cultures within organizations, Kisha collaborates with businesses to ensure environments are created where all talent thrives, regardless of their backgrounds.

A former HR Leader for Corporate Audit Staff, Americas, General Electric’s premier executive development program and expert on women in leadership, Kisha brings a wealth of knowledge to every venture she pursues. Her work spans 50+ countries and multiple industries—impacting organizations like Baker Hughes, Chief, Lundbeck US, and many more.