Baseball Life Advice
By Stacey May Fowles
Loving the Game That Saved Me. McClelland and Stewart, 2017.
Summary of Baseball Life Advice book by Stacey May Fowles
An impassioned study of baseball’s philosophies, players, and fans, that both applauds and rebukes the game while exploring its ability to build relationships, heal emotional scars, and identify cultural issues.
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What do you get from this book? Learn how baseball can help you overcome adversity and live your best life
Baseball serves as a model for societies striving to better themselves, learn from past mistakes, and start fresh
Relationships often develop from mutual interests, but sometimes compromises must be made for them to last
Discrimination is a widespread issue in baseball, but by speaking up for others we can forge a path to equality
Women who are shunned for their love of baseball can end harassment by facing adversity head-on
Sports leagues will continue overlooking domestic violence until society at large places importance on these crimes
Those suffering from depression and anxiety can find comfort and order in baseball’s rules
Mental health is a sensitive topic that must be openly discussed if we’re going to change public perception
Developing confidence requires hard work, practice and dedication, even when facing seemingly impossible challenges
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Who should read Baseball Life Advice book
- Baseball fans
- mental health workers
- anyone trying to overcome emotional trauma
About the author of Baseball Life Advice
Stacey May Fowles
Stacey May Fowles is a Canadian journalist and writer. She was a recurring guest on CBC Radio’s Metro Morning and has appeared on numerous sports panels. In 2017, her popular newsletter “Baseball Life Advice” was turned into a bestselling non-fiction book and won the National Post Best Book of the Year Award.
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