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From national speaker, podcaster, and USA TODAY bestselling author Kory M. Shrum, discover a revolutionary approach to wellbeing and self-care. This book is your ultimate guide to greater self-love and personal transformation. Learn how to cut the ties that bind you and step fully into the life you deserve.
When Kory’s mother was murdered, a tragic end to her difficult life, Kory was forced to examine why her story had turned out so differently than her mother’s. They’d had similar traumatic experiences, mental health challenges, and treacherous family dynamics.
Yet, Kory transformed herself from a suicidal, self-destructive, and deeply depressed teen to a well cared for human, while her mother remained ensnared in a generational cycle of abuse, addiction, and suffering. How is that possible?
This book offers deeply personal stories meant to inspire you to take charge of your wellbeing. These easy-to-follow strategies will make a tangible difference in your daily life, no matter how dark or difficult your personal history.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or simply looking to increase your sense of joy and happiness in life, A Well Cared For Human offers the insights and tools you need to thrive.
This is your invitation to create for yourself the inner peace and satisfaction that you’ve been waiting for.
Two phone calls. One mysterious death.
This is a true story.
On July 4, 2020, Kory M. Shrum received two life-altering phone calls. The first informed her of her mother's apparent overdose. The second, from a homicide detective, suggested something far more sinister: murder, with her uncle as the prime suspect.
Determined to uncover the truth, Kory embarks on a riveting investigation, delving into the conflicting details and compelling evidence surrounding her mother's mysterious death.
As she fearlessly explores her mother's dark past, Kory uncovers shocking truths she never expected.
Join Kory on this gripping true crime journey as she tries to uncover what really happened.
After completing her true crime podcast Who Killed My Mother?, Kory M. Shrum received countless emails from listeners worldwide, asking: "How did you heal from everything that happened? How did you move beyond abuse, trauma, and mental illness to become the person you are today? How can I be happier, healthier, and more at peace with myself and my life?"
In A Well Cared For Human, Kory explores the answers to these questions, offering insightful strategies and practical advice for improving your mental and emotional wellbeing. This wellness podcast is designed to help you embark on your own journey of healing, wellbeing, and self-empowerment.
Join Kory as she shares personal experiences and actionable tips to guide you in becoming a well cared for human.
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USA TODAY bestselling author Kory M. Shrum has enjoyed a prolific writing career, publishing over thirty books, including the bestselling Shadows in the Water and Dying for a Living series. Kory also expresses her creative spirit through poetry under the name K.B. Marie, showcasing her versatility as a writer.
As a national speaker and engaging podcast host, Kory brings a unique blend of personal experience and insightful strategies to audiences seeking to improve their wellbeing. Her true crime podcast, Who Killed My Mother?, delves into the poignant and personal story of her mother’s tragic death, while her second show, A Well Cared For Human, debunks self-care myths and offers practical advice for self-empowerment.
Her commitment to mental health and environmental conservation is reflected in her philanthropic efforts, where she strives to make a meaningful impact.
When she's not working on her passion projects or creative work, Kory can usually be found under thick blankets with snacks. The kettle is almost always on. She lives in Michigan with her equally bookish wife, Kim, and a very, very spoiled rescue dog, Max.