The Book
Chapters, release news, and early excerpts as the manuscript develops.
In development
Behind the Smile
There is often more happening behind a smile than anyone can see.
A developing book and storytelling platform for honest conversations about life, faith, identity, healing, rebuilding, and purpose.
“You don't have to hide. Hope · Healing · Purpose.”
In Dana's Words
“For a long time, I became very good at continuing to move forward. I could work, take care of my family, encourage others, solve problems, show up—and smile. What people couldn't always see were the things happening behind that smile.”
Behind the Smile grew from years of experiences, reflections, voice memos, journal entries, and conversations I was finally ready to have out loud. It is a look back at what happened behind the smile—the things I survived, the ways those experiences shaped me, and what I understand about them now.
The book is in development, but the conversation has already begun. Through journal entries and Let's Talk About It, this space is becoming a place for honest conversations about the parts of life we don't always talk about—and the healing, faith, identity, and purpose that can emerge on the other side.
The Themes
- Fear
- Abandonment
- Trauma
- Identity
- Faith
- Healing
- Rebuilding
- Purpose
Coming to This Space
Journal & Conversations
Short essays and recorded conversations on the themes above.
Now sharing
Speaking & Community
Gatherings and appearances where these conversations happen out loud.
In development