Finding Myself

In the second book of this ongoing series, Royce continues his journey of self-discovery from age 14 to 18, as trauma lurks trying to hide him from himself.Navigating life’s pains, strains and hardships while attempting to find oneself is a winding path travelled as best one can. Though often unaware, Royce moves slowly yet steadily forward despite the darkness. Dangers explode without warning - hidden perils that scar his soul and edge him further away from himself.Not wanting to lose himself, Royce needs his inner warrior. He needs love - for himself and the world around him - though the concept of love remains unclear, given his parents’ hateful expressions of pain. Thankful for what little love comes his way, Royce intuits its importance. For it is love that helps one remember the self that dwells within. Being harsh or unkind to oneself betrays the heart of self-love.Through his ongoing trials, Royce journeys toward the light of self-understanding. It is only by embracing one’s full humanity that true healing can begin.

Born into difficulties and pains, Royce Adam Smith, had very few opportunities given to him. Opportunities were often taken and refused him. Support was available to him in the same fashion. Making his own way in life, Royce had but one choice to make. Would he become a loving warrior? And thus, survive, and survive on the soul level. Possible prosperity in his life was not a reality, it was not even a thought. Surviving the harsh boundaries of difficult living, has been his main priority in life. Born in Auckland, New Zealand, Royce is of English/Australian/New Zealand and Maori heritage. Moving to Australia to live at the age seven years old, Royce Adam Smith makes his way in life.