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"If you struggle with anxiety, READ THIS BOOK.

Must read!"

"I will be recommending it to clients of mine."

"If you struggle with anxiety, READ THIS BOOK. Must read!" "I will be recommending it to clients of mine."

Penny doesn’t stand out and she likes it that way, but when she has a panic attack in English class, suddenly, she’s very much in the eye of her classmates. To make matters worse, a classmate recorded it on Snapchat, which went viral around the school with “#PennyPanic.”

As the nickname is chanted at her in the halls, she clings to her friends but they all have their own struggles too. She feels alone and fears no one will understand her pain. She has Ms. Piece, a school counselor and a hippie Grandma, Betty, who guides her along the way to help normalize her anxieties. Penny begins to learn anxiety shows up differently for everyone; sometimes it's obvious and other times it's not.

When the worst thing imaginable happens to one of her friends, will she be able to rise above and reclaim her confidence or will the anxiety win?"

A Young Girl's Journey with Anxiety

Penny Panic

When I was a young girl, I was shy, anxious, and afraid. Of everything. Then, at age 17, I suddenly found my life changed when I was given the opportunity to travel to Europe. The exhilarating experience of traveling solo opened my eyes to a new vibrant way of being, and I returned home happier, more confident, and eager to let my voice be heard. I promised myself that I would return to Europe the next year to continue my spiritual journey. But unfortunately, life had other plans. A traumatic family event shook me to my core, and soon anxiety and fear crept back into my life. It took all my strength to overcome this tragedy and step out of the darkness again. I embarked on an incredible spiritual journey, spanning over 10 years and 14 different countries, taking home a different, life-enriching lesson from each special place I visited. Life as a spiritual nomad taught me to embrace my anxiety and love myself again, to accept the journey of life – the good, the bad, and the ugly –to become an all-round stronger person. This is my story.

A Journey Within and Abroad

Spiritual Nomad

  • Licensed psychologist using this as timeless resource

    I’m a licensed psychologist, and this book was helpful both personally and professionally. It brings the impact of panic to life by weaving it into a story with well thought out and developed characters. Not only is this a relatable book, it ALSO seeks to destigmatize panic, other mental health challenges, and treatment. I have recommended this to clients, and clinicians alike. It is a great resource, and I know I will come back to it again and again. So well-done!

    Dr. Jen Wolkin @drjenwolkin | Penny Panic on Amazon

  • Must read!

    As a therapist, I love this book! It’s so relatable and easy to read. I recommend it to anyone who has suffered from mental health issues or anyone who has someone in their life that is struggling! It’s totally relatable for anyone who has experienced challenges coping with mental health

    Micheline Maalouf @micheline.maalouf | Penny Panic on Amazon

  • Spiritual Nomad Brought Me Back to Life

    Laura’s book brought me back to life. I didn’t even realize that I slowly let go of my dream of being a traveler/writer until I read it. I love that it’s self published. It makes it feel more authentic. She accomplishes that thing I absolutely adore about memoir which is that she really makes you feel like you’re her best friend living the experience with her. I read it in a week. I feel inspired to travel and to finish self publishing my own memoir. I feel closer to embracing my anxiety more than ever before. The part I took away from the most was the experience she tells about her brother and watching him overdose and how that affected her for years. I have such a similar story it’s crazy. So to see her bravely put her heart out there like that makes me feel like it’s possible for me too. So read this book. It’ll inspire you. One way or another. I promise. And if you buy it off her website she’ll wrap her book up and you’ll feel like you’re getting a present! ❤️

    Ana | Spiritual Nomad on Amazon

  • Life Changing!

    Seriously changing lives!!! This book is VERY impacting and life altering!!! MUST READ if you are going through any type of anxiety or depression!!!! One of the best books I’ve ever read!!!!

    Amazon Customer | Spiritual Nomad on Amazon

  • A very uplifting, encouraging book!

    I very much enjoyed reading this book. As someone who has lived and traveled outside the US, I love how Laura captures the adventure of travel and the thrill of pushing yourself to have new experiences. Her writing style is smooth and easy to read. I feel like I'm just chatting with a friend about their travels.

    With so much uncertainty in the world today, this book helped ease my anxiety and face what's going on with a much better attitude. Thank you, Laura, I look forward to your future work.

    -D.S. | Spiritual Nomad on Amazon

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