Endorsements

"Deborah Schneider has lived through a nightmare that most of us can't even imagine.  She opens herself up and invites us in - an act that required great courage under even the best of circumstances.  Her experience of kindness, compassion and grace in the midst of darkness is an inspiring testament to our shared humanity.  Hearing of the struggles she continues to deal with on a daily basis, one can only stand back and admire her commitment to living a full and productive life."

Penny Marshall, Renowned Actress and Producer

"In her poignant and riviting personal story of healing from traumatic life experiences, Wind Dancing: the Gift of Healing Truamatic Brain Injury, Deborah Ellen Schneider exemplifies the process of spiritual transformation.  Even at her lowest emotional and physical points, the author acknowledges love, patience, care, and perhaps above all an abiding sense of grace to see her through the darkness and into a dynamic experience of light and wholeness.  In this masterfully written memoir, Deborah does not shy away from describing even the most gruesome events of her trauma, yet she always - often with humor - notices the hand of God and His angels lifting her up to higher places.  Her story is a powerful testament to the possibility of finding hope and healing, even in the midst of trial and danger, and it will surely inspire all who have ever walked in the valley of despair to dream about dancing."

John Cecero, S.J., Ph.D           Associate Professor of Psychology Fordham University

"With grace and dignity, Deb shares the public and intimate details of her struggle to reclaim her life after a serious brain injury.  Her humor and direct speaking provide insight and inspiration.  Her courage to go from the depths of despair to the heights of recreating her life are a beacon of hope for all who confront life after brain injury or any loss.  Truly, the sky is the limit, and I'm not sure that she can't go higher! Wow!"

Judith Avner, Esq.   Executive Director, Brain Injury Association of New York State

"Wind Dancing takes the reader on a poignant and spiritual journey through the experience of traumatic brain injury and its aftermath.  With honesty, humor and, at times, painful frankness, Ms. Schneider describes her healing, recovery and the challenges/obstacles (both internal and external) faced along the way.  Her courage, resilience and ultimate transformation are an inspiration, and a wonderful reminder of the power of the human spirit to not only survive, but triumph over trauma and adversity."

Deborah M. Benson, Ph.D., ABPP   Chief, Rehabililtaion Psychology  

Transitions of Long Island    Noth Shore-LIJ Health System