Author: Leo Barbe
ISBN: 978-0-9811606-8-9 Synopsis Slaying the Dragon is a cathartic look at Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Dive into the life changing journey of one man, Leo Barbe. From his life as a twenty-one year old jock and recent college grad from a good family, to a near death experience and subsequent severe post traumatic stress episode. Slaying the Dragon is a true story of hope and survival. It will extend your ideas of pain and suffering while opening your eyes to what it takes to be a real life survivor. The ripple effect of violence has no boundaries while it destroys the beautiful life of one man and his family. Throughout the ups and downs of his journey, you will learn what it takes to face fear and slay your dragon. Suicide may unfortunately seem like the only option for many young people from less affluent and caring backgrounds. Leo wants to give back to his community in a way only a true survivor can. In this extraordinary voyage of self discovery, one man is able to turn true evil into a movement that inspires hope into the lives of those who have lost their way.
About the Author Leo Barbe is the president and founder of Think Don’t Shoot organization. His grassroots not-for-profit organization is devoted to helping young people cope with PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) and the struggles of day to day life. His movement of hope is intended to help those who have been victims of violence and trauma. Leo speaks from first hand experience dealing with PTSD, as he was shot twice in a dark alley in Montreal and he barely survived two suicide attempts. Leo’s passion to educate and inspire change has no boundaries. He welcomes you to join his foundation and movement to help introduce hope into the lives of those who have lost their way. To learn more about Think Don’t Shoot, visit www.ThinkDontShoot.com
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