BOOK 1
Recklessly Alive
What my suicide attempt taught me about God and living life to the fullest.
Recklessly Alive is Sam Eaton’s personal story of surviving depression and a suicide attempt — and what came after the decision to stay.
Written with honesty, humility, and hope, this book traces the quiet, often messy work of learning how to live again. It explores faith, purpose, and the courage it takes to keep going when life feels unbearable — not through easy answers, but through lived experience.
This is not a story of overnight healing. It’s a story of choosing life again and again, and discovering meaning in places that once felt impossible.
What this book explores
The hidden weight of depression and suicidal thoughts
What it means to choose life when hope feels distant
The role of faith, doubt, and questions in healing
How staying can slowly open doors to purpose and connection
Why honest conversation matters more than having the right answers
Who this book is for
Readers navigating depression or deep emotional pain
Caregivers and loved ones who want a deeper understanding of mental illness
People wrestling with faith, doubt, or meaning after suffering
Anyone who wants an honest, compassionate account of choosing to stay
