
Advance praise for Bright Triumphs From Dark Hours
“Read this groundbreaking book and you’ll discover some simple truths about
overcoming adversity. Part mediation, part how-to manual, Bright Triumphs
illustrates through the prism of ten extraordinary individuals that confronting a
hellhole is not the end of the world. According to Heenan, it could even be a
required speed bump on the road to success—to, in his words, a Bright Triumph.
—Warren Bennis, from the Foreword
“David Heenan’s fascinating stories of overcoming adversity make Bright Triumphs
both a timely and inspiring read.” —Spencer Johnson, M.D., New York Times
bestselling author, Who Moved My Cheese? and Peaks and Valleys
“Adversity can inspire greatness and this book shows you how. Get ready for an
exciting read.” —Jim Bouton, former New York Yankees star and best-selling author
of Ball Four
“What does it take to effectively deal with adversity? Dave Heenan skillfully guides
you through the lives of several extraordinary individuals and identifies the key
approaches each used to master their extreme challenges. We all go through tough
times and can use some wise advice on how to deal with them. Bright Triumphs
provides it!” —Jerry I. Porras, Lane Professor Emeritus of Organizational Behavior
and Change, Stanford Business School, and coauthor of Built to Last
“Thought-provoking, inspiring, and useful insights for moving forward when
problems seem intractable. Bright Triumphs made me want to get up and do
something!” —Kent M. Keith, CEO, Greenleaf Center on Servant Leadership, and
author of The Paradoxical Commandments
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