Suffering an accident or receiving a serious diagnosis can change a person's life in an instant. And while no one would expect someone experiencing such a challenge to rise and face the day with positivity, that's exactly what the six individuals in Rise Like the Phoenix did. This collection of stories sheds light on what it's like to have your life change in a flash--and how to keep from letting it consume you. With attitude and heart, the two key ingredients to survival, these stories aim to inspire, motivate, and comfort.