Mental Health, Love, and Family

Neil Fishman's NovelExplores the life of a priest named Esteban who has undiagnosed mental illness.The story is told in three parts, each with a subtitle related to love:Part 1: Love's OrdealPart 2: Love's IronyPart 3: Love's TriumphEsteban's mental illness is unknown to himself and everyone around him.The reader is the only one aware of his condition.Esteban comes from a dysfunctional family.His mother doted on him, but his father hated him.He became a priest seeking love and connection.As a priest, he is trained not to remember confessions.Ironically, this detachment prevents him from being burdened by the things people tell him.The novel explores various themes:LoveResilienceMental illnessThe human conditionHow upbringing shapes a personKim's Novel (host)Took five years to write and went through multiple drafts.Follows a nurse named Esther Baum.The story takes place during COVID.Esther is dealing with:COVIDMigrainesSpiritual conflictsShe visits a psychic and travels to the future.In the future, she sees the negative consequences of humanity's actions during COVID.Upon returning to the present, she is empowered and confronts her problems.The story also includes a love interest for Esther.Both NovelsDeal with the importance of mental health.Explore the complexities of family relationships. Soundbits: The Global Leadership Forum is where extraordinary leaders share the conversations that shape the future.Hosted by Kim Groshek, Soundbits features powerful conversations with executives, founders, and visionaries revealing the stories, decisions, and lessons behind meaningful impact.Every leader has a story. Every story can shape the future.Subscribe and join the global leadership conversation.