Why the Book Was Written
The Fight of a Warrior
A story of struggle, learning, and hope
Charles Barben shares how an unfamiliar struggle began, how he learned to navigate it, and why he gathered what helped into a book.
Where the story begins
Before the experiences shared in The Fight of a Warrior, I had never experienced depression or anxiety. The story begins with me serving a church mission, at a time when those struggles were not part of my life. It then shows how depression and anxiety gradually came to be, how the symptoms continued to build, and how they left me feeling trapped, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward.
It tells the story of navigating rejection and other difficult experiences while trying to understand what was happening to me. Along the way, I began learning coping skills, seeking support, and discovering practical ways to manage what I was feeling.
From the book to the library
The story leads into a 20-step workbook built from the lessons and strategies that helped me continue forward. The website’s full library of blogs, guides, and printable journals continues that journey with additional opportunities for reflection and practical mental-wellness support.
The Fight of a Warrior is an honest account of how the struggle began, how the symptoms grew, and how hope and healthier coping skills were built one step at a time.
Hear the story
Listen to Charles share his experience in the conversation below.