From Pain to Passion

About the Book

People do have the ability to heal themselves – both emotionally and spiritually. After living more than 30 years in a state of perpetual inner conflict and turmoil due to emotional and spiritual pain, Lauren began the journey of healing, firmly believing that a life of peace and passion was not only possible, but in fact a birthright for every individual on the planet. Full of personal anecdotes, humour and compassion, Lauren shares her own life experiences, while leaving plenty of room for the reader to explore and write about their own personal life story. This book is designed to assist anyone on their journey of healing themselves from a life of pain to a life of peace and passion.

About the Author

Lauren Van Kas lives in Victoria, British Columbia with her husband and son. Growing up in the extreme weather of Eastern Canada, Lauren spent many winter months tucked away in her room drawing, painting and writing. Beginning with poetry, Lauren soon began writing in a diary and then a journal. She began a science-fiction novel while living in Japan that awaits completion and publication. Lauren began her personal journey of healing in her late thirties. Having a strong appetite for reading, Lauren has read hundreds of books, spiritual and emotional manuals, attended numerous workshops and seminars and hired coaches and personal trainers in her quest for peace and passion. Trained in coaching and facilitation, Ms. Van Kas has assisted many people in defining what it is they want from life and assisted them in taking the steps necessary to go out and claim it. In the process these individuals have gained new insight into themselves as well as learning to live richer, fuller lives. It is Lauren Van Kas’s passion and purpose in life to participate in world peace by assisting people to heal themselves so they have the opportunity to experience passion and peace in their lives.