Faith, Failure and a Ph.D.: Rising Beyond Life's Trials

Author:   Dr Gracie Gonzales
Publisher:   Newman Springs
ISBN:  

9798896179870


Pages:   96
Publication Date:   13 November 2025
Format:   Paperback
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Faith, Failure and a Ph.D.: Rising Beyond Life's Trials


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At its core, this book is a testament to perseverance, faith, and resilience. It chronicles the challenges of pursuing higher education as a thirty-year-old nontraditional student, wife, and mother, facing obstacles that could have easily derailed the journey. Through exhaustion, self-doubt, and uncertainty, I refused to give up, drawing strength from my faith and the unwavering support of my family. After multiple failed attempts, I made one final push to return to college, seeking readmission to Angelo State University following a previous suspension. The process required reference letters and a personal appeal, but in the fall of 2011, I was accepted under the fresh start program, allowing me to begin again. Though past failures weighed heavily on me, I was determined to prove that I was capable. A pivotal meeting with an academic counselor reshaped my mindset. When she pointed out that my projected grades could earn me a spot on the dean's list, it sparked a newfound confidence. With a clear goal, I pushed myself harder than ever before, determined to succeed. That semester, I achieved my goal, proving that I was more than my past setbacks. While balancing teaching and motherhood, I pursued a master's degree in curriculum and instruction, maintaining a rigorous schedule and reaffirming my commitment to academic excellence. Determined to go further, I applied to Texas Tech University's doctoral program. The journey to earning my PhD was the most challenging, testing both my resilience and faith in ways I never imagined. Yet, by the grace of God, I persevered, overcoming every obstacle that stood in my way.

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Author:   Dr Gracie Gonzales
Publisher:   Newman Springs
Imprint:   Newman Springs
Dimensions:   Width: 12.70cm , Height: 0.60cm , Length: 20.30cm
Weight:   0.104kg
ISBN:  

9798896179870


Pages:   96
Publication Date:   13 November 2025
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order   Availability explained
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