Official Review: Push Past Pain by Teressa Baize

[Brenda Creech]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Push Past Pain" by Teressa Baize.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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Pain is not always of a physical nature; there are many different types of pain we go through in addition to the physical. In her book Push Past Pain: To the Blessing on the Other Side, Teressa Baize tells her personal story of how she learned to push past many different types of pain in her life, and how the blessings she has received due to the pain she has suffered far outweigh anything she went through.

Baize was a shy teenager with low self-esteem."Never feeling good enough" caused her to develop OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) early in life. She started college but dropped out; got pregnant at nineteen; went through a divorce, battled depression, and much more. When she reached her "dark place," Baize planned to commit suicide. She had the pills in her hand when she looked in the mirror and told herself, "you are better than this." When she was in labor with her first child and was "a little loud and animated," a nurse came into her room and said, "Making all that noise doesn't make the pain any less." Those words had a significant impact on Baize; she never forgot them. She realized, through the experience of birth, that if you push through the pain, there is a blessing on the other side. The same sentiment can apply to any painful situation. Baize concluded, "Life is up and down, and it will continue to be that way. What had to change was how I handled the roller coaster that is life."

The book is basically in two parts where the author discusses different types of pain in the first part, such as the pain of shame, failure, disappointment, death, and regret, to name a few. The second part discusses different types of blessings, such as the blessings of happiness, friendships, perseverance, love, prayer, and many more. Baize's writing style is natural and conversational. Her personality and wit shine through in her narrative, creating a delightful diversion from the seriousness of the things she endured. She has added some scripture from the Bible and tells how God has helped her overcome her painful situations.

What I liked most was the conversational flow of the narrative. I felt like I knew the author personally by the time I finished the book. Although it is short, just 61 pages, and easily read in one sitting, there are a lot of inspiring messages within the pages of this book if the reader chooses to embrace them. I recommend this book to all readers. Everyone, young and old, can find something that applies to them and can be inspired to make changes in their lives. And besides, you will love the ending of the book!

I can't think of anything I disliked about this book. The editing was exceptional; I found only two misspelled words. I barely caught the errors as I was so engrossed in reading the book. Because of the natural, conversational style of writing, the occasional wit, and the exceptional editing, it is with pleasure that I rate Push Past Pain: To the Blessing on the Other Side by Teressa Baize 4 out of 4 stars.

Let me leave you with these words of wisdom from Teressa Baize: "I've come to realize that in life, you are either going into a storm or coming out of one. Storms are inevitable. They are just a part of life. The important thing is how we handle them."

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[Stephanie Elizabeth]

Lovely review! It sounds like a well-written book with a personal touch that will leave readers feeling connected to the author.

[Diana Lowery]

I enjoyed the quote about the storms. This sounds like an inspiring book. Being able to connect so closely with the author in only 61 pages is exceptional.

[Brenda Creech]

Lovely review! It sounds like a well-written book with a personal touch that will leave readers feeling connected to the author.

It Is very well written. I really enjoyed reading it. Thanks for stopping by and commenting!

[Brenda Creech]

I enjoyed the quote about the storms. This sounds like an inspiring book. Being able to connect so closely with the author in only 61 pages is exceptional.

I enjoyed it a lot! The author's personality is down-to-earth, plus she has a natural wit that just slips through! Thanks for stopping by and commenting!

[Chimdi_3]

As I read through the review I felt like I was already reading the book.Really nice review.

[jenny delacruz]

I am a lover of self-help books! This book sounds like one but on a higher level as it is a personal narrative. It does sound like it would inspire a lot of people struggling to get on with life. I am excited to read this book! Thank you for your review!

[Brenda Creech]

As I read through the review I felt like I was already reading the book.Really nice review.

Thank you, and thanks for commenting!

[Brenda Creech]

I am a lover of self-help books! This book sounds like one but on a higher level as it is a personal narrative. It does sound like it would inspire a lot of people struggling to get on with life. I am excited to read this book! Thank you for your review!

I found it very inspirational and was able to relate to so many things the author had been through! I hope you enjoy the book. Thanks for stopping by and commenting!

[Gracious Ngy88]

This book would be an inspiration to people struggling with life and would encourage many to make changes in their lives .
Nicely written review.

[Julyet_Chris]

A very inspiring book i must say.
A nicely detailed review,Nice job.

[Dee_Robert]

Wow. It sounds too amazing to be just 61 pages. I like what she said about storms because sometimes in the midst of pain we forget God may be teaching us something.

It sounds like a great book. Lovely Review.

[Brenda Creech]

This book would be an inspiration to people struggling with life and would encourage many to make changes in their lives .
Nicely written review.

Thanks, and thanks for stopping by and commenting!

[Brenda Creech]

A very inspiring book i must say.
A nicely detailed review,Nice job.

Thank you, and thanks for commenting!

[Brenda Creech]

Wow. It sounds too amazing to be just 61 pages. I like what she said about storms because sometimes in the midst of pain we forget God may be teaching us something.

It sounds like a great book. Lovely Review.

Thank you. Thanks for commenting. I agree, we do forget God may be trying to teach us something in the midst of our pain. And I agree He usually is!