Author Introduction: Vivianne Knebel

 Hey book-lover, how are you? I've been getting many requests from authors and publishers that they want to get introduced to all my readers, listeners and viewers. Because of lack of time, they can't come to Creator's Conversations. Instead they want me to introduce them to you. So, I am starting a new segment on kmgreads called Author Introduction. Here I will pick those authors who's been doing amazing work in this field and their life story can inspire you as a person. 

Today I am going to introduce you Vivianne Knebel. Her life story innspired me a lot and I hope you will also love reading this.

About Vivianne Knebel: 

Born an illegitimate child in the wake of WWII in Berlin, Nazi Germany to a single mother, Vivianne Knebel’s options were limited and her future looked bleak. She experienced poverty, cold, and hunger, and was even driven to the point of committing suicide. To seek out a better life, Vivianne immigrated to Canada as a teenager, but her misfortunes did not end there. However, in response to a miraculous intervention, she decided to preserve her life and keep moving forward.

After this incident, Vivianne met a fellow German immigrant, Wiland, who eventually became her husband. But even more than that, he became a catalyst for change in her life. His belief in her is what helped her see the true, immeasurable value of her life. She went on to play a key role in Wiland’s business venture and together they built a better future for each other. 

Since then, Vivianne has run a marathon, learned to pilot a plane, and even beat cancer. She’s found a greater sense of spirituality and wants to share her story with the world, to remind people that there is always a reason to keep moving forward.

Books written by Vivianne Knebel:

A. Lessons Learned About Life and Love: Living with Intention and with Wisdom from Great Minds

Born in Berlin during WWII Vivianne grew up in the post war years. Those challenging times left their mark on her but also toughened her against all the adversities of this world.

Vivianne endured intense physical, emotional, and political oppression in the most visceral ways starting from the day she was born. Many would say that she experienced more trauma before the age of fourteen than many will in a lifetime.

Her life has been one of both hardship and comfort, demoralization and fulfillment, searching and finding, and uncertainty and hope. It is amazing what the human spirit can accomplish through will and determination.

All the obstacles she had faced and conquered are now valuable life lessons.

Having always been a seeker and a searcher she is passionate about studying the works of great poets and philosophers. They have helped her make sense of the world, and their wisdom allowed her to cope in flexible ways with the challenges life throws her way. She has overcome many hurdles and achieved the peace of a truly loved and appreciated life. Many philosophers, poets, and scientists equate this state to beauty.

In her second book “Lessons Learned About Life and Love”, Vivianne shares some of the lessons she has learned from writers and thinkers such as Dr. Wayne Dyer and Dr. Viktor Frankl, weaving them into her own experiences in a compelling guide to living, loving and thriving in old age. Her insights offer proof that great wisdom is not gained only from the classroom or the lecture hall, and that one need not look far to understand the secrets to living well. From anecdotes about her everyday rituals to memories from her world travels, Vivianne captures the profound and often surprising moments of enlightenment that can be found right in front of us, if we only know where- and how-to look.

B. From Rubble To Champagne: Rising from the ashes of war-torn Berlin to a life of grace, beauty and gratitude

Vivianne Knebel was born illegitimate in 1943 in the epicenter of Nazi power, Berlin, Germany. Her free-spirited and strong-willed mother, Marija, fought to keep her alive among falling bombs and Soviet attacks. After the end of World War II, with much of Berlin razed to the ground, Vivianne came to know poverty and constant hunger. As a teenager, she immigrated to Canada, but in her new homeland, times became so desperate that she had to beg for money to eat. After dropping out of school to find work, Vivianne became the victim of sexual harassment. Spiraling into depression, she attempted to take her life, but was miraculously saved by a six-year-old child.

Falling in love with a fellow German immigrant, Wiland, proved a pivotal turning point for Vivianne. He saw a wellspring of potential in her and believed that she could become more than she had ever imagined. They married and moved to the United States. In the land where so many immigrant dreams are built, Wiland encouraged Vivianne to pursue endeavors that would test her mettle, including piloting a plane, running a marathon, and taking on a key role in supporting his business enterprise. Vivianne’s journey of personal growth later gave her the courage to battle cancer and embrace a spiritual life.

Through hardship, demoralization, yearning, searching, loving, inspiration, and growth, Vivianne has discovered the ultimate secret to a life well lived: a grateful heart.

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Links to connect with Vivianne Knebel:

Website: https://vivianneknebel.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vivianneknebelauthor

I hope you loved reading about Vivianne and her works. I am coming soon with an another blogpost. Till then keep reading, keep smiling. Bye!