Comments on: This Is Me

By: Sam Tonge

Sam Tonge — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 10:34:26 +0000

In reply to Joy Lennick. Thanks so much, Joy, I really appreciate that :) I hope you are keeping well at this difficult time. Sam x

By: Joy Lennick

Joy Lennick — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 09:46:33 +0000

You are to be commended, Sam! It’s brave to put yourself in the limelight. Not everyone tries walking in other people’s shoes,.so you will always get the naysays and unsympathetic, but – for the many people ‘out there’ with similar problems, your voice will be one of hope in their darkness .All the very best to you. Good luck. Joy x

By: Sam Tonge

Sam Tonge — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 09:04:54 +0000

In reply to My name’s Jessica and I have imposter syndrome – Part 4 – Jessica Redland Author. :) x

By: My name’s Jessica and I have imposter syndrome – Part 4 – Jessica Redland Author

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 08:31:28 +0000

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By: Sam Tonge

Sam Tonge — Wed, 06 Mar 2019 17:44:15 +0000

In reply to Joy Lennick.

Thanks so much, Joy – yes, it really was a relief, especially the with the eating issues as I had harboured those for 30 years…
So sorry to hear about your problem, but well done you for overcoming it, that can’t have been easy.
Thank you. All the best for yours, too 🙂

By: Joy Lennick

Joy Lennick — Wed, 06 Mar 2019 10:05:56 +0000

Hi Sam, You are to be congratulated on your bravery at facing your problem – that first step is always the hardest! It must have been a huge relief to talk to someone who really understood…Many people are judgemental – and who knows what goes on behind the facades of ‘normalcy’ whatever that entails! Out of the blue (or so it seemed) I became agoraphobic in my late 50s but, fortunately, recovered with help, and it made me an empath. Good luck with your writing. Best wishes.

By: Sam Tonge

Sam Tonge — Mon, 30 Jul 2018 08:28:36 +0000

In reply to Rae. Thanks very much, Rae, and good on you for doing that. Yes, the ripple effect of the damage alcoholism causes is far-reaching and alcohol has never been cheaper or more readily available. Something needs to change. xxx

By: Rae

Rae — Mon, 30 Jul 2018 08:11:06 +0000

Your openness is inspiring, Sam. I volunteer at a food bank and regularly hear of the damage alcohol addiction causes both individuals and families. It’s incredibly difficult to avoid alcohol when it’s on supermarket shelves next to cornflakes and washing up liquid. Wishing you every success with Forgive Me Not and also with your recovery journey. xxx

By: Sam Tonge

Sam Tonge — Sun, 29 Jul 2018 17:38:40 +0000

In reply to Alison Drew.

Thanks so much Alison, I was a little apprehensive about “coming out” – although funnily enough I feel more “me” since doing so, probably as I have had these problems (certainly the eating) on and off for nigh on 30 years and they are part of me in many ways. Whereas your experience must have been/be so tough. Much love back to you, I see you about on social media and you are one strong cookie, Alison xx

By: Alison Drew

Alison Drew — Sun, 29 Jul 2018 17:05:49 +0000

Oh Sam, this post bought tears to my eyes for your bravery at speaking out. I know how hard it is to suddenly ‘change’ in front of people and they don’t know how to treat you or talk to you. I became the ‘lady with cancer’ and lost all of ME.
You have always been on the top of my favourite author list as you know so just remember how much you give back, the pleasure gained from your books, And yes I recommend “Forgive Me Not” to everyone.
Much love & stay strong xx