The Distance Between Who I Was

The Distance Between Who I Was is a deeply personal and transformative memoir by Dr. WOO - a journey through grief, identity, and the quiet courage it takes to rebuild yourself from the inside out. In this powerful book, Dr. WOO explores the emotional landscapes of loss, self-doubt, and rediscovery, guiding readers through the often invisible distance between who we once were and who we are becoming. With rare honesty and compassion, this memoir invites you to sit with your own story - to acknowledge the parts of yourself left behind, and to find meaning in the space between. Perfect for readers navigating life transitions, healing from trauma, or simply searching for a deeper understanding of themselves. --- Sample Reading Extract --- There is a version of me I barely recognise anymore. She stood in the doorway of a life she had carefully constructed - the qualifications framed on the wall, the schedule that never paused, the smile she had practiced until it felt almost real. She had learned to be many things to many people. But in the silence of the early mornings, when the world had not yet demanded anything of her, she would catch her own reflection and wonder: when did I stop knowing who I am? The distance between who I was and who I have become is not measured in years or achievements. It is measured in the moments I chose fear over truth, in the words I swallowed instead of speaking, in the nights I lay awake negotiating with a version of myself I no longer wished to be. This book is not a map. It is a lantern. It will not tell you where to go - but it may help you see where you have already been.