Tony Ferraiolo is a widely-known, compassionate, and empowering Life Coach as well as a motivating and thought-provoking organizational trainer. Since 2005, Tony has provided training to numerous educational groups and reached thousands of people around the country and, in 2008, he founded multiple support groups for transgender and nonbinary youth and their families. The work he does with transgender and nonbinary youth and their families has allowed him to see children go from hopelessness to hopefulness by simply affirming their gender, and to be a facilitator of bonding processes that helps bring families closer together. Tony is the subject of the award-winning documentary A Self-Made Man and the author of the book series Artistic Expressions of Transgender Youth.
""This powerfully moving and inspirational memoir is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of self-acceptance. Ferraiolo's story is a reminder that no matter what obstacles we face, we have the capacity to heal, grow, and create a life of authenticity and love."" - Tara Brach, PhD; Author of Radical Acceptance and Radical Compassion ""Ferraiolo takes us on a journey through the shadows of his deepest traumas, harnessing the power of vulnerability to illuminate a pathway to self-love and acceptance. A must-read for anyone seeking courage, hope, and the transformative strength within."" - M. Dru Levasseur, Esq.