Growing up has never come with an instruction manual. For today’s young adults, that reality feels even more complicated. Between social media, family expectations, cultural influences, faith traditions, and a constant stream of information online, it can be difficult to know what advice to trust and what beliefs deserve a second look. That was the

My Thorn, My Destiny, the forthcoming memoir by Dr. Elise Saulsberry, is a raw and inspiring journey of faith, resilience, and authenticity. From the quiet ache of church pews to the fierce wrestle of identity, Dr. Saulsberry opens her life with unflinching honesty and grace. This transformational story is more than a memoir — it’s