{"product_id":"fear-is-a-choice-tackling-lifes-challenges-with-dignity-faith-and-determination-isbn-9780062938435","title":"Fear Is a Choice: Tackling Life’s Challenges with Dignity, Faith, and Determination","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom fighting for his life to pursuing a career in the NFL, ACC Player of the Year and star Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner has lived a story offering wisdom and advice for anyone who has faced adversity.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring his first two years at the University of Pittsburgh, running back James Conner became one of the Panthers’ biggest stars, breaking records and winning the adoration of fans. Then, in the first game of his junior year, disaster struck in the form of a torn MCL. During rehab, James’s health continued to inexplicably deteriorate until a chest X-ray and biopsy confirmed the unthinkable: a diagnosis of Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Suddenly, it wasn’t just the dream of an NFL career that was in jeopardy; it was James’s life. Yet when he shared the news of his diagnosis publicly, James rallied family, friends, and fans, with his message of hope and courage: “Fear is a choice. I choose not to fear cancer.” In just ten words, James defined his own journey on his own terms and refused to back down from one of the most dreaded diseases known to man.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing strength from his faith in God and the support of his community and loved ones, James underwent treatment but continued to practice with his team despite the intense physical toll of chemotherapy. He was declared cancer-free within a year. Returning to the field in 2016, he finished his college career with a record-breaking 3,733 rushing yards and 56 touchdowns. Entering the NFL draft early, his success continued. Selected in the third round by the Pittsburgh Steelers, he quickly became one of the most beloved rookies in the league.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Fear is a Choice, James candidly shares his experiences during his battle with cancer and beyond, encouraging readers and illustrating the spiritual truths and personal principles that got him through his darkest days. James Conner is an inspiration for everyone who wants to learn how to tackle life’s problems with dignity, faith, and determination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow does a star athlete confront a life-threatening diagnosis without losing hope?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOvercoming Adversity:\u003c\/b\u003e From a devastating MCL tear that revealed a shocking cancer diagnosis to the grueling physical toll of chemotherapy, James Conner’s journey is a masterclass in resilience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Powerful Cancer Survivor Story:\u003c\/b\u003e Go behind the scenes of Conner’s public battle with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, fueled by his unforgettable mantra: \"Fear is a choice. I choose not to fear cancer.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFaith and Determination:\u003c\/b\u003e Discover the spiritual principles and unwavering belief in God that gave him the strength to continue practicing with his team while undergoing treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFrom College Star to the NFL:\u003c\/b\u003e Relive the triumphant, record-breaking college comeback and the emotional NFL draft moment when he was chosen by his hometown team, the Pittsburgh Steelers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“Life is full of choices and decisions, and it’s clear in \u003cem\u003eFear Is a Choice\u003c\/em\u003e that James chose not to be a victim of his circumstances. His vulnerability makes this book so relatable. James decided during one of the toughest battles in his life to be an inspiration for everyone who will follow. \u003cem\u003eFear Is a Choice\u003c\/em\u003e is more than a great book—it’s a mentality.”  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAkbar Gbajabiamila, host of American Ninja Warrior\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"You don’t have to be a football fan to be inspired by James Conner. On the field, James has never backed down from an opponent. He scored the biggest victory of his life—beating cancer—with that same courage and resolve. Like one of James’s powerful touchdown runs, this very personal story will make you want to stand and cheer.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePat Narduzzi, head coach of the University of Pittsburgh football team\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"When faced with the biggest adversity an athlete can face, James Conner chose every emotion but fear. In \u003cem\u003eFear Is a Choice\u003c\/em\u003e, he shares his journey and his belief that we are all playing for someone who can’t. We must give it our best shot. A truly inspirational book by an incredible role model we all can learn from.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBrittany Wagner, star of Last Chance U\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eFear Is \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003ea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e Choice\u003c\/em\u003e will inspire every reader to become better through invaluable lifelong lessons and powerful perspective. James teaches us that if we harness fear and meet life's challenges with faith, determination, and hard work there is nothing we can't accomplish.\" ­ - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKyle Carpenter, USMC Medal of Honor recipient and national bestselling author of You Are Worth It\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harper","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44889259180261,"sku":"NP9780062938435","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062938435.jpg?v=1730230863","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/fear-is-a-choice-tackling-lifes-challenges-with-dignity-faith-and-determination-isbn-9780062938435","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}