Surviving Spirit

05/31/2026

Hi folks, if you're in the Springfield, VT area, please join me.

Author Appearance - Tuesday, June 2, 2026 - 6:00 PM 7:00 PM - Springfield, VT Town Library

https://www.springfieldtownlibrary.org/latest-news/lessons-learned-from-trauma-and-abuse-june-2-600-700pm

Lessons Learned from Trauma and Abuse - Healing with Music, Nature and Love. Thriving, Not Just Surviving

Join us for a thoughtful and supportive presentation with author and musician Michael Skinner. Michael will share from his newly released memoir and reflect on lessons learned in healing from trauma, abuse, and mental health challenges, alongside vital statistics and personal insight.

The presentation will include a short reading, music woven throughout, and time for conversation and questions. This event is best suited for adults.

This presentation is designed to be trauma-informed, choice-centered, and community-focused.

Michael Skinner - Author • Musician • Advocate - Explore Healing and Find Strength in Resilience - https://www.mskinnermusic.com/

Discover Michael Skinner’s journey of hope through his memoir "The Lunchbox Theory", his music, and advocacy. Engage with inspiring stories, events, and resources for healing and resilience.

05/27/2026

Deeply grateful for these Five Star reviews and for all who are supporting me in this book adventure. Thank you.

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The Lunchbox Theory is a deeply personal memoir that confronts the devastating impact of childhood abuse, including being sexually trafficked. The book ultimately delivers a message of resilience and hope. Written in a voice that is both raw and compassionate, Michael Skinner recounts his journey...

05/24/2026

05/23/2026

Spotlight on the Advocacy of Dora E. McQuaid @ Michael Skinner - Author • Musician • Advocate -

This month I'd like to share some information about Dora E. McQuaid - descendant of traveling gypsies, Irish Golden-gloved boxers, and strong women, whose stories and the telling of them prompted her lifelong fascination with the written and spoken word.

05/21/2026

Hi folks, the latest Surviving Spirit Newsletter. If you'd like to be on the mailing list, please write to me at [email protected] Take care, Michael -

05/17/2026

Author Talk: Michael Skinner @ Exeter Public Library NH - https://www.exeterpl.org/event-details/author-talk-michael-skinner

May 20, Wednesday, 6pm -7pm Please join me folks!! - Exeter Public Library, 4 Chestnut St, Exeter, NH
About the Event

Michael Skinner will share from his newly released memoir and reflect on lessons learned in healing from trauma, abuse, and mental health challenges, alongside vital statistics and personal insight.

The presentation will include a short reading, music woven throughout, and time for conversation and questions.

This event is designed to be trauma-informed, choice-centered, community-focused, and best suited for adults.

Michael Skinner will share from his newly released memoir and reflect on lessons learned.

05/14/2026

What Happened to You? A Powerful Conversation with Michael Skinner on Trauma, Healing & Hope -

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05/10/2026

Hi Folks, If you're in the Hillsborough, NH area, please join me for a book presentation [with music!!] - Tue May 12 2026, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Fuller Public Library, 29 School St, Hillsborough, NH 03244, USA 603-464-3595

Link: https://teamup.com/event/show/id/AVPnirLrMVQPP8ffL6D3LWa6M9YJM7

Presentation format - Lessons Learned from Trauma and Abuse - Healing with Music, Nature and Love

Thriving, Not Just Surviving

A thoughtful and supportive presentation with author and musician Michael Skinner. Michael will share from his newly released memoir and reflect on lessons learned in healing from trauma, abuse, and mental health challenges, alongside vital statistics and personal insight.

The 45 minute presentation will include a short reading, music woven throughout, and fifteen minutes [more if needed] for conversation and questions. This event is best suited for adults.

This presentation is designed to be trauma-informed, choice-centered, and community-focused.

Tue May 12, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Time zone: Eastern Time US & Ca) @ Fuller Public Library, 29 School St, Hillsborough, NH 03244, USA

05/08/2026

Hi folks, FYI - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1B6s96CGki/

04/28/2026

Thoughts to share and a song - “The human heart has a way of making itself large again even after it's been broken into a million pieces.” Robert James Waller

“The highest form of wisdom is kindness.” The Talmud

“Be soft. Do not let the world make you hard. Do not let pain make you hate. Do not let the bitterness steal your sweetness. Take pride that even though the rest of the world may disagree, you still believe it to be a beautiful place.” Kurt Vonnegut

PIRATES by Michael Skinner -

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