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HELP IN A MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS

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HELP IN A MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS

ABOUT THE BOOK

LIFELINE

Research shows that most teens and young adults suffering from mental health problems tell no one about their private pain. More teens and young adults in America are dying from suicide than from cancer, heart disease, AIDS, birth defects, stroke, pneumonia, influenza, and chronic lung disease combined. Finding help can feel impossible. This “mental health hurricane” is threatening millions of young people who are at risk of“drowning” or dying if they don’t get help.

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Lifeline is an easy-to-understand, relatable, interactive lab book that will help you understand your mental health problems and design your own customized mental health healing plan. True stories shared by young people who overcame mental health struggles will inspire you that you’re not alone. Lifeline will connect you to safe people, life-saving resources, and God who loves you unconditionally. We invite you to dive into the Lifeline book and experience it for yourself.

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT THE BOOK:

“In college, I got so lonely and depressed that I started binge drinking. My roommate gave me the Lifeline book, and I found a counselor, AA group and campus minister that prayed for me. Without their help,

I might not be here.”

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- Sam T., College Freshman

“My panic attacks were so bad that I considered suicide. A friend gave me the Lifeline book and I connected with a crisis counselor. I really believe it saved my life.”

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- Maria W., H.S. Junior

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TAYLOR

"This book is so important because we simply cannot stay silent anymore. Shut up has helped me see the truth and realize the negative voices in my head are simply not valid. The book helped me learn the ways I can press on in life and discern the voice of God. I see a movement coming with this book!"

MADDIE

“This book is an amazing tool for teenagers, we all need to learn how to shut up the lies from others and the lies we tell ourselves and replace them with the truth of Jesus’s, the truth that we are enough.”

NATASHA

“I think the book is incredibly helpful just by the title of it, “shut up”, which says it all.”

A MESSAGE FROM THE AUTHOR

Hey everyone! 

 

I’m Christy, the lead author of Lifeline: Help In a Mental Health Storm, and I had the privilege of writing it alongside Tara Rumler, my daughter Annie, and an incredible group of teens and young adults who are deeply passionate about the mental health crisis facing your generation. My husband Ben and I are proud parents of three amazing kids—Corey (24), Annie (22), and Benji (20)—and together, we launched the 1024 Movement to support young people navigating mental health struggles. 

 

My kids are not only my greatest joy, but also my closest confidants. One of the most valuable lessons they've taught me is this: no parent or adult can fully grasp how challenging it is to be your age in today’s broken world.

 

There’s a shortage of mental health professionals, and it breaks my heart hearing stories of teens and young adults dealing with issues like depression, anxiety, eating disorders, bullying, addiction, abuse, loneliness, and so much more. That’s why I’m so excited about Lifeline—it’s designed to give you your own “mental health toolbox,” helping you better understand what you’re going through and connect you with the resources and support you need. 

 

By the time you finish this book, I hope you feel more informed about mental health, reassured that you’re not alone, and empowered with a personal plan for healing that could truly change your life. My deepest hope and prayer is that you’ll find healing and experience God’s love as you read. 

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"Many men struggle to address their mental health, fearing it makes them seem weak. That’s why I’m excited about the new LifeLine book. It’s a powerful resource, guiding people toward healthier ways to cope and offering real, peaceful solutions. I believe this book will help many make positive changes."

- Demitri

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

CHRISTY PIERCE

Christy Pierce is an ordained pastor with a Master of Divinity degree from Fuller Theological Seminary. She is an author, speaker and mom of 3 college students. Christy has published two books, God Is Whispering To You, and Shut Up: Silence the Negative Thoughts Inside Your Head for teenagers and college students. Before her ministry career, Christy worked for Senators Bob and Elizabeth Dole, in presidential campaigns and for the Departments of Labor and Transportation. Christy and her husband, Ben, have been ministering together in the San Francisco Bay Area for over 25 years with their children, dogs, cats and chickens. Christy enjoys traveling with her family, snorkeling, puzzles and gardening.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Worked for Senators Bob and Elizabeth Dole

  • Ordained pastor with a Master of Divinity degree from Fuller Theological Seminary

  • Conference speaker and author

  • Started a church with her husband

  • Started this non-profit - New Hope Peninsula Ministries.

  • Pastoral Counselor

TARA RUMLER

​​Tara believes that teenagers and 20 somethings are the BEST and can change the WORLD! Tara has served on church staff teams as a youth pastor in both Chicago and in the Bay Area. While Tara served in both youth and young adult ministries, she noticed an increase in young people opening up about struggles with suicide, anxiety, and depression. These issues intensified to new levels during the pandemic and Tara felt called to join the New Hope Staff to make a real difference in what is being called a “youth mental health crisis.” Tara holds two Masters Degrees and certifications in Emotional Intelligence and LifePlanning, which all empower her to help people of all ages to find their calling, purpose, and direction. For fun, Tara enjoys adding to her shoe game collection, traveling, hiking, the beach, and oat milk lattes.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Started and led two on campus ministries as a high school student and then as a college student

  • Holds certifications in Life Planning, Life Coaching, and Emotional Intelligence

  • Holds two Masters Degrees in Organizational Leadership and Executive Coaching from Concordia University Irvine

  • Innovator of Gen Z and Millennial leadership teams.

  • Conference key note speaker

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ANDREA PIERCE

Andrea (Annie) Pierce is a talented writer and mental health advocate currently living in San Diego. A graduate of San Diego State University with a B.S. in Psychology, she has dedicated her efforts to raising awareness about mental health issues. She is a co-author of the bookLifelines: Help in a Mental Health Crisis, which empowers her generation with mental health resources and suicide prevention. Now transitioning into marketing, Annie enjoys spending time with friends and soaking up the sun at the beach, where she finds inspiration for her creative endeavors. Through her writing and new career path, she continues to inspire and connect with others on their mental health journeys.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Graduate, San Diego State University, BS in Psychology (2024)

  • Guest speaker, The 1024 Movement 

  • Student speaker, Hawaiian Islands Ministries conference  

  • Contributing writer, Shut Up: Silence the negative thoughts inside your head

ANDREA PIERCE

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