Life Interrupted: It's Not All About Me [Paperback]

Chris M. Tatevosian (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 5, 2007

Life Interrupted-It's Not All About Me by Chris Tatevosian guides others with chronic illness or disability to control feelings of self-pity, worthlessness and diminishing self-esteem in order to keep their relationships strong and loving. A physically debilitating illness is difficult enough, Tatevosian strives to help others avoid allowing this situation from becoming emotionally crippling as well. Open, frank and filled with invaluable advice, this is a book for anyone who wants to deal positively with illness or strengthen a relationship.

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About the Author

Christ Tatevosian grew up in Holliston, Massachusetts and graduated college in 1983 with a Bachelor of Science in Ecology and a minor in Chemistry. He worked as an analytical chemical technician for seven years before becoming an occupational safety coordinator. In 1980 he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Divorced with one stepson who lives in Vermont, Tatevosian now lives in Massachusetts. He has since remarried. He and his wife Jane, Jane’s two younger children, 16-year-old Mark and 20-year-old Lauren live in their new home located in Holliston

Product Details

• Paperback: 126 pages
• Publisher: BookSurge Publishing (July 5, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1419652818
• ISBN-13: 978-1419652813
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,039,182 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Eye Opener, December 2, 2007

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Vivian Schaffers (Tennessee) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Life Interrupted: It's Not All About Me (Paperback)

I am the spouse of a man living with MS. This book opened my eyes to a lot of feelings my husband deals with but also helped me deal with emotions I have as well. Before reading this book I knew that we have a strong marriage. I now realize how fragile that can be when a chronic illness lives with you day in and day out. The author has opened my eyes to many pitfalls that can be avoided by good communication and paying attention to your partner's perspective.
I am thankful that the author was willing to share his journey in order to help others. Definitely a must read.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Life Interrupted - a book for everyone, September 15, 2007

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C. Lesser - See all my reviews
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This book is a must read, not only for people with a serious illness, but for anyone looking to gain a better understanding of how words and actions can destroy relationships. The author is brutally honest in his attempt to help others realize the mistakes he made along the way. This book is funny, sad, informative and inspirational all rolled into one easy to read book.

16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Life Interrupted , a truthful, insightful, story everyone should read., September 12, 2007

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Susan L. Cellucci - See all my reviews
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Life Interrupted is a great book to help readers understand what it is like to live and love with a disability. The author is truthful about his struggles within a relationship that didn't work, and he desperately wants the reader to understand how not to make the same mistakes. This book is a must have for anyone who knows of someone with a disability. It is an extremely helpful guide for others living with MS and those that love them. I highly recommend Life Interrupted to anyone who is interested in a heartfelt, true story. It will certainly be an inspiration to all, and is as funny as it is truthful. It is an easy read, and can be easily shared with others. It is quite refreshing to read the author's point of view, along with his desires to helping the needs of others.