The Collection

The Books

Two honest, hope-filled books by Karianne Mikalsen, each one a step on the journey from darkness towards the light.

Rising Resilience: Hope in Hopelessness by Karianne Mikalsen, book cover

Rising Resilience

Hope in Hopelessness

You are so much more than a diagnosis.

A true story of mental illness, the help that made a difference, and the gratitude that grew along the way. For those who are struggling, and those who want to help.

  • Mental health
  • Resilience
  • Gratitude
  • Hope
  • More than a diagnosis
Rising Forgiveness by Karianne Mikalsen, book cover

Rising Forgiveness

What happens when you finally stop blaming yourself?

A personal journey out of shame and self-blame, and into forgiveness, courage and a life worth being proud of. Honest, gentle and full of hope.

  • Forgiveness
  • Personal growth
  • Hope
  • Inner strength
  • Moving forward

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Rising Resilience

Back cover
Front cover

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Rising Forgiveness

Back cover
Front cover

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Choose where your journey begins

Both books can be read on their own, or together as two chapters of one hopeful story.