Change Your Movie, Change Your Life: 7 Reel Concepts for Courageous Change

A Fresh Perspective on Courageous Change

What if your life isn’t something happening to you… but a story you’re actively writing? Imagine you are the creative writer, director, producer, and leading star in the hit movie of your own life.

Within these pages, you will experience an epiphany of spiritual awareness—understanding what you want in your life, what you don’t want, and how to achieve your goals with actionable intention.

This book offers a powerful, relatable framework for navigating life’s challenges, reframing adversity, and stepping into a more courageous, authentic way of living.

The 7 Reel Concepts for Courageous Change within these pages will entertain, educate, and inspire you to courageously create the most purposeful, peaceful, and positive life you have dreamed of living—and always deserved.


Editorial Reviews

“A refreshing new take on changing your life.”
— Gay Hendricks, Ph.D., Author of The Big Leap

“Keep believing and refer to this book time and time again.”
— Sandra Dee Robinson, Daytime Actress, TV and Radio Host, Author

“I found this book profoundly deep, yet entertaining.”
— Emmanuel Dagher, Spiritual Teacher, Author, Speaker

“I found this book to be a refreshing way to compare our life’s journey to that of a movie.”
— Peggy McColl, New York Times Bestselling Author

“Authentic, empowered, and original voice. Bravo!”
— Melanie A. Greenberg, Ph.D., Writer of The Mindful Self-Express blog on Psychology Today

“These 7 Reel Concepts for Courageous Change inspire the human spirit.”
— David Riklan, Founder – SelfGrowth.com, the #1 Self Improvement Site on the Internet

“You will laugh, cry, hope and move forward to honor your past, present and future.”
— Wayne Scot Lukas, Celebrity Stylist and TV Show Host

“I love this book! Get it, read it, enjoy it, you’re worth it!”
— Deb Scott, BA, CPC, Best-Selling Author · Award Winning Radio Host · The Best People We Know Show


About the Author

Debra Oakland is the Founder of Living in Courage®, a transformational platform dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s deepest challenges with strength, clarity, and heart.

Within just four years, Debra experienced unimaginable loss — her 21-year-old son, her baby daughter in the eighth month of pregnancy, and both of her brothers. A few years later, her father passed away from prostate cancer.

Rather than allowing grief to define her, Debra embarked on a life-altering path of healing, growth, and conscious choice.

Today, she is a writer, speaker, courage advocate, and joyful experiencer who encourages others to live courageously from the inside out.

Her story and insights have been featured across major media platforms, including online television, radio, magazines, and bestselling books.


A Message at the Heart of the Book

“Courageous individuals who are true to themselves feel a resolve that is unshakable, a true conviction of purpose, and a willingness to carry on in the face of any challenge.”
— Debra Oakland