Wednesday, March 12,2025: Author Melva Freeman has a new release of her important book Tools for Stability

Tools for Stability is a book written by a wise woman who has learned many life lessons – lessons she more than willing to share. The tools shared by Melva Freeman, are not from doctors, but those hard won through her own experiences. She wanted people to quickly learn what has taken her 25 years to understand. The chapters deal introduce Melva’s tools thoughtfully and with engaging simplicity. The chapter on anger management is helpful in that it describes various forms of anger and how destructive anger can wreak havoc on relationships.  Conversely constructive anger can strengthen relationships with a partner, family or groups. 

Other tools are in the chapters cover stress management, sleep, etc. Melva learned how to work with doctors so they would listen. She learned how to deal with medications, tips on saving money, how to find a compatible roommate, and many other tools to survive and thrive in a troubled world. 

She describes her experiences and gives tips in dealing with PTSD and bipolar disorder. This book can help people understand with mental illness as it helps their families, friends  and anyone who wants to improve their own mental health and their relationships. 

People in our world have stress and anger. This affects all. Melva's thoughtful book is a lifesaver.

A straightforward quote from the book: (one of my favorites). It says to me “Don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it.”

THERAPY OR PSYCHOLOGIST

 If you are going to twelve-step groups and support groups and doing all you can and are still having difficulty with your mental health or relationships, consider seeing a therapist or psychologist to help you. Make sure you get one you can work with and learn from who will be supportive but also someone who will encourage you to grow to be the best person you can be. Many will work with you on a sliding scale.

  – Melva Freeman

About the Author

Melva Freeman lives in Rohnert Park, California in a senior apartment complex that feels like a luxury hotel without the food. She likes to participate in the activities of the apartment complex and the nearby senior center. Melva has two children and five grandchildren.  Her two children and three of her grandchildren live close by and are excellent supports for her. 

She protects her sanity by keeping her stress level dowm and getting plenty of sleep. 

Her hobbies are reading, watching movies, traveling, walking , being in nature and celebrating with family and friends. Another way to keep her sanity is to work part time as a companion caregiver. After writing Tools for Stability, Melva has peace of mind even with the world in turmoil.