The Stuff: Unlock Your Power to Overcome Challenges, Soar, and Succeed

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Sampson and Sharlees message of the power of positivity, hard work, and resilience is one that we need to hear right now. Chris Gardner, #1 New York Times bestselling The Pursuit of Happyness

Everyone has difficult moments in life. But everyone also has the Stuff to overcome hardships, to survive and thrive.

Learn how to better access and hone the eleven core elements of the Stuff and be inspired by the real-world stories of triumph in this practical book by New York Times bestselling author Dr. Sampson Davis (The Pact, Living and Dying in Brick City) and Sharlee Jeter (Turn 2 Foundation).

Everyone has those moments in life when theyre truly tested, when they wonder if they have the strength to overcome the challenges before them. Weve all heard stories of people who have risen up in the face of the unimaginable. But not everyone believes that they have what it takes to do the same.

However, what we need to realize our own potentialto fight for what we want our lives to bealready resides within each of us. You already have the Stuff. Learning how to develop and harness it is the key.

Survivors themselves, Dr. Sampson Davis and Sharlee Jeter have created The Stuff Movement, interviewing dozens of people to find the common threads that enabled them to triumph over their challenges. Through the powerful stories of people who overcame cancer, poverty, toxic relationships, racism, violence, career roadblocks, and other obstacles big and smallThe Stuff highlights eleven core elements that will help you not only survive but thrive in spite of lifes difficulties. These elements are as easy to understand as they are to enactpresented in plain talk, without judgment, and with compassion for the everyday challenges people face.

As Dr. Davis and Sharlee share stories of the amazing people whove shown their Stuff, youll find that unearthing the same Stuff within yourself is a process as rewarding as it is importantand youll never say you cant do it again.

Read the book, and join the conversation at TheStuffMovement.com.

Featuring stories about John OLeary (On Fire), Mercy Alexander, Rich Ruffalo, Mindee Hardin, Glenn and Cara ONeill, Sean Swarner, Traci Micheline, Wess Stafford (Too Small to Ignore), Austin Hatch, Debra Peppers, Christine Magnus Moore, Martha Hawkins, Ali Stroker (Glee), Susan Scott Krabacher, Deval Patrick, and more.

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The Stuffteaches its lessons of survival and success through the poignant, inspiring stories of everyday heroes and heroines. Sampson and Sharlees message of the power of positivity, hard work, and resilience is one that we need to hear right now.

Chris Gardner, author of the #1New York TimesbestsellingThe Pursuit ofHappyness
One of the most inspiring and motivating books of our time. Sampson and Sharlee solidify their contribution to our society by writing something that is lasting, important, and impactfula must-read for employers and employees, athletes, parents, and students everywhere."

Wes Moore,New York Timesbestselling author ofThe Other Wes Moore
"Dr. Sampson Davis and Sharlee Jeter find inspiration in adversity, life lessons in travail. They draw upon their own dire experiences, and those of others, to deliver a resonant message: Everyone has the Stuff. And everyone should read this book."

James S. Hirsch,New York Timesbestsellingauthor ofWillieMays: The Life, the Legend
When faced with tragedy, everyone needs help getting back to a place where they can survive, thrive, and live again. The way Sharlee and Sampson discuss the inspiring stories of people who have done just that makesThe Stuffan especially powerful book for those needing guidance.

Jackie Hance,New York Timesbestselling author ofIll See You Again
Choosing tohopeis the first step in overcoming any difficulty, large or small. WithThe Stuff, Sampson and Sharlee show you how that power feeds into the whole process of success. What a wonderful handbook for hope.

John OLeary,#1 national bestselling author ofOn Fire

Author Bio

Sharlee Jeter is the president of the Turn 2 Foundation, which was established by her brother, baseball legend Derek Jeter. The Foundation has successfully channeled fundraising power into results as demonstrated by its signature initiative, Jeters Leaders, a leadership development program for high school students. Sharlee also oversees the childrens division of Jeter Publishing, which has published New York Times bestsellers The Contract and its follow up, Hit & Miss. Born and raised in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Sharlee currently resides in Brooklyn, New York, with her son Jalen.

Dr. Sampson Davis is an emergency room physician, public speaker, philanthropist, and New York Times bestselling author. In 2000, he helped found The Three Doctors Foundation, which offers a series of free public programs focused on health, education, leadership, and mentoring. Dr. Davis was honored in 2000 with the Essence Lifetime Achievement Award as well as named one of their forty most inspirational African Americans in the country. He is the youngest physician to receive the National Medical Association highest honor and was honored on national television with the 2009 BET Awards. Dr. Davis has coauthored New York Times bestselling books, The Pact, We Beat the Street, The Bond, and Living and Dying in Brick City: An ER Doctor Returns Home.

Derek Jeter is a fourteen-time All-Star and five-time World Series winnerwho has played for one teamthe storied New York Yankeesfor all twenty seasons of his major league career. His grace and class on and off the field have made him an icon and role model far beyond the world of baseball.

Marcus Brotherton is a New York Times bestselling author and collaborative writer known for his books with high-profile public figures, humanitarians, inspirational leaders, and military personnel. He has authored or coauthored more than twenty-five books and substantively edited more than thirty-five others. Marcuss books include the widely acclaimed Shiftys War, We Who Are Alive & Remain, A Company of Heroes, and Feast for Thieves.