Nothing's Missing: A Year of Reckoning, Release, and Remembering Who I Am

Review
Praise for Nothing's Missing
From the very first sentence of Nothing's Missing I felt seen, heard, loved and unconditionally accepted for my messy humanity. There are very few other humans who've been able to reach out from the page to make me feel that way, and for that, I am forever in Nicole's debt. And, as someone who has been "shoulding" all over myself my entire life, what a gift that, through Nothing's Missing, Nicole made me feel less alone AND helped me to see that there's another way. "Fine sucks," indeed.
-Michele Rehinhart, Educator, Mother
A story of reckoning with the tension of romantic love, betrayal, and self love in the face of fear and grace. Through observing her own vulnerability, Nicole will reveal vulnerability to the reader, themselves.
-Dr. Carrie Wasson, Psychologist, Mother
Nicole's story inspires readers to take the time to honor their authentic selves without the pressure of the many roles we hold in life. She reminds us to always search for our peace, whatever it may look like, no matter how hard the journey.
-Lauren Midgette, Educator, Mother
As someone who is also a recovering perfectionist, Nicole's powerful memoir really knocked me over when she articulated this statement, "In short, Should is a real asshole." In releasing herself from the power of Should, she also released something in me. What would it mean to be free from Should and, instead, focus on the potential of now? That may just be what freedom is.
-Tessa Yeager, Educator
I read this book in one sitting and cannot wait to read it again. Next time, I want to tag pages and highlight phrases - there are so many that both inspired and challenged me. The emotions and insights were raw and real - moving me to draw analogies to my own life and goals in ways that I didn't expect.
-Linda, Project Management, Mother, Grandmother
Nicole's beautiful writing addresses the darkness of struggle through a fresh, honest, memoir. We learn from her, witnessing how a life can be lifted through the alchemy of courage, faith, and self-care. I was inspired by her story.
-Martha Van Buskirk, Writer, Mother
Nicole captures the essence of what is true for so many people - in our quest to live our lives the way we think we should, we lose sight of who we are and what is important. In her journey to move forward in a more meaningful way, we gain insight about how to rethink what is important in life. I've gained a whole new appreciation for wildflowers - and so many other things that don't grow in rows.
-Traci Everett
In her debut memoir, Nicole Lusiani writes a tribute to those who came before her and a survival guide for those who come after her with her story of struggling against betrayal, anxiety, perfectionism, and a life driven by "Shoulds." An invitation to put down your mask and allow yourself a long exhale, this book signs your permission slip to stand tall in the light that was created just for you because, when we liberate ourselves to live in our light, we liberate others to do the same.